Strategic leader in IT service management and cybersecurity governance, enhancing operational transparency and minimizing risk. Specializes in network operations and incident response, achieving 99.99% uptime. Focused on aligning technology initiatives with business goals to fortify critical infrastructure resilience.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Technology Coach and Strategist
Vermont Electric Cooperative
Johnson
09.2022 - Current
Provide executive leadership for technology and cybersecurity strategy within a critical infrastructure electric utility, aligning IT investments and architecture with business objectives, operational reliability, and enterprise risk management
Matured enterprise IT and cybersecurity governance through risk-based change management, policy standardization, and accountability frameworks, strengthening audit readiness and minimizing organizational risk exposure
Transformed IT service delivery and operational processes by implementing ITSM platform and structured intake/prioritization models, enhancing service transparency, responsiveness, and stakeholder satisfaction
Cyber Operations NCO
VERMONT ARMY NATIONAL GUARD
South Burlington
07.2017 - Current
Directed cyber and network personnel in incident response and infrastructure defense operations, safeguarding mission-critical systems and advancing national security objectives
Led network operations for Critical Infrastructure Team during response missions, ensuring secure, resilient communications in high-risk environments
Coordinated with federal, state, local stakeholders to enhance cybersecurity operations for critical infrastructure systems
Provided technical and strategic guidance to leadership on cyber risk, network resilience, and incident response posture
Network Team Leader
780th MI Brigade
FT Meade
08.2023 - 09.2024
Led a team of 7 Network Engineers
Provided Networking Services with minimal interruption for over 1000 USCYBERCOM Missions
Administered the Network Infrastructure for a managed attribution platform, providing 99.99% uptime on resources used for Offensive Cyber Operations
Designed key components of newly implemented network infrastructure to enhance performance and reliability.
Performed Vulnerability management by providing regular updates and patches to comply with industry standard benchmarking
Maintained IAVA compliance by mitigating and patching vulnerabilities within prescribed timelines
Worked in tandem with Vulnerability Management team to ensure system hardening is compliant across the network
Drafted new procedures and policies to improve the networking team’s capabilities and workflow during maintenance windows
Rectified years of configuration drift by implementing unified baselines
Operational Technology Associate
Vermont Electric CO-OP
Johnson
02.2020 - 09.2022
Managed operational technology networks, including SCADA and EMS systems, to ensure reliable and efficient operations.
Provided cybersecurity support to IT associates, strengthening overall network security posture.
Oversaw cybersecurity monitoring, logging, and control systems to safeguard organizational assets from potential threats.
Systems Administrator
780th MI Brigade
FT Meade
02.2019 - 02.2020
Planned, developed, and deployed virtualized infrastructure.
Built, deployed, and managed network firewalls and other security devices.
Built Debian, RedHat, Windows, and FreeBSD systems.
Planned and implemented automation projects.
Performed troubleshooting and rectifying network and systems issues
Transmission/Distribution Electrical Systems Operator
Vermont Electric CO-OP
Johnson
04.2017 - 02.2020
Monitored SCADA systems to effectively maintain and restore power for customers.
Executed directives from regional transmission organizations to maintain compliance and operational efficiency.
Dispatched anomalies within electric grid to qualified personnel, ensuring prompt rectification.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Cyber Security
Champlain College
Burlington, VT
Joint Cyber Analysis Course
US Department Of Defense
Skills
Technology integration
Incident response
Digital transformation
Risk assessment
Innovation strategy
Strategic planning
Certification
Security +
Affiliations
Lieutenant, Johnson Fire Department(2009-Current) - Currently lead personnel and operations during emergency response incidents - Execute incident command principles, coordinating teams in high-risk, time-sensitive environments
Timeline
Network Team Leader
780th MI Brigade
08.2023 - 09.2024
Technology Coach and Strategist
Vermont Electric Cooperative
09.2022 - Current
Operational Technology Associate
Vermont Electric CO-OP
02.2020 - 09.2022
Systems Administrator
780th MI Brigade
02.2019 - 02.2020
Cyber Operations NCO
VERMONT ARMY NATIONAL GUARD
07.2017 - Current
Transmission/Distribution Electrical Systems Operator