Corwin Ott
Lake Mary,FL
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with excellent communication, interpersonal and creative thinking skills. Aiming to leverage abilities to successfully fill the vacancy at any company. Frequently praised as hard-working by my peers, can be relied upon to help the company achieve its goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CYBERSECURITY TECHNICAL LEAD ENGINEER /CYBERSECURITY ENGINEER
AIT Engineering
Orlando, FL
01.2023 - Current
- Active Security Clearance DoD (TS/SCI).
- Provided secondary training to personnel struggling with technological tools and systems.
- Executed troubleshooting and server support in both in-person and remote situations.
- Solicited commissions for technical advisory contracts within DOD industry.
- Monitored ongoing technical compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Provided technical support in both on-site and telephone consultations.
- Identified and corrected system faults to minimize operational system downtime.
- Provide cybersecurity engineering support to DoD software application development activities through cybersecurity requirements.
- Systems administration skills, experience with Linux, VMWare, security settings, services, hardening of systems STIGs, security policies and continuous monitoring with Splunk.
- Provided technical training on site demonstrating how to collect body of evidence (BoE) required to attain and maintain site's authority to operate (ATO).
DIRECTOR OF CYBERSECURITY/OT
Liquid Consulting Inc
Sanford, FL
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Provided pre-sales, post-sales, and service delivery support.
- Troubleshoot issues on device-specific problems, network performance and internet connectivity.
- Managed full life-cycle of information technology projects from scheduling to final reporting.
- Supported full range of network hardware and operating systems in customer base.
- Provided customers with an overview of installation activity, site-specific information, and access to technical contacts.
- Used proactive monitoring procedures and tools to identify problem-prevention opportunities.
- Oversaw IT/OT projects to help customers build, secure and optimize their IT infrastructure.
- Designed Network (Switching and Wireless) and Server infrastructures according to project specifications.
- Provided 2nd and 3rd level technical support and troubleshooting to internal and external clients.
- Configured servers to meet functional specifications for customers.
- Installation of point-to-point links (Wireless) and fiber optics private links.
- Installation, configuration and maintenance of network devices. (Firewalls, Switches L2.3, Access Points, Routers)
- Installation, configuration and maintenance of routing protocols (RIPv2, OSPF).
- Installation, configuration and administration of Network Access Controls (NAC) / 802.1X authentication.
- Installation, configuration and administration with WAN and VPN / VRF Solutions, MPLS, DMVPN Phase1/2/3, IPsec, IPsec/GRE, and Performance Routing.
- Usage of routing protocols (RIPv2, OSPF).
- Experience with WatchGuard and Aruba SD WAN / WAN Acceleration/Optimization Solution.
- Experience with enterprise network management tools such as Nagios, SolarWinds, PTRG, Zabbix, Aruba Cloud and WatchGuard Cloud.
- Installation, configuration and maintenance of Windows based Servers (Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, FileServers, DFS, IIS, SQL).
- Maintained existing hardware and software with scheduled updates and patches.
- Resolved issues related to operational components for LAN, WAN and voice systems.
- Monitored system operation to detect potential problems.
- Migration of Active Directory environments to newer versions.
- Backup of critical services for the daily operation.
IT MANAGER
Liquid Consulting Inc
Sanford, FL
09.2021 - 07.2022
- Oversaw IT department operations and training.
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Led technology selection and rollout, focusing on organizational planning and supplier service-level agreements.
- Trained employees across multiple departments on network operations, network management software and permissions.
- Implemented management tools used to support systems and network devices.
- Monitored network performance to determine whether adjustments needed to be made and to determine where changes needed to be made in future.
- Planned and implemented network security measures to protect data, software and hardware.
- Maintained and administered computer networks and related computing environments.
- Installation of point-to-point links (Wireless) and fiber optics private links.
- Installation, configuration and maintenance of network devices. (Firewalls, Switches L2.3, Access Points, Routers)
- Installation, configuration and maintenance of routing protocols (RIPv2, OSPF).
- Installation, configuration and administration of Network Access Controls (NAC) / 802.1X authentication.
- Installation, configuration and administration with WAN and VPN / VRF Solutions, MPLS, DMVPN Phase1/2/3, IPsec, IPsec/GRE, and Performance Routing.
- Usage of routing protocols (RIPv2, OSPF).
- Experience with WatchGuard and Aruba SD WAN / WAN Acceleration/Optimization Solution.
- Experience with enterprise network management tools such as Nagios, SolarWinds, PTRG, Zabbix, Aruba Cloud and WatchGuard Cloud.
- Installation, configuration and maintenance of Windows based Servers (Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, FileServers, DFS, IIS, SQL).
- Oversaw IT/OT projects to help customers build, secure and optimize their IT infrastructure.
- Designed Network IT/OT (Switching and Wireless) and Server infrastructures according to project specifications on external customers.
- Provided 2nd and 3rd level technical support and troubleshooting to internal and external clients.
- Promotion to Director of CyberSecurity/OT/IT.
NETWORK AND SYSTEMS ENGINEER
Liquid Consulting Inc
Sanford, FL
10.2020 - 09.2021
- Installed firewalls and anti-virus software and deployed two-factor authentication to verify data integrity and cybersecurity.
- Upgraded system software and hardware components to meet specific business needs.
- Implemented management tools used to support systems and network devices.
- Monitored network performance to determine whether adjustments needed to be made and to determine where changes needed to be made in future.
- Planned and implemented network security measures to protect data, software and hardware.
- Maintained and administered computer networks and related computing environments.
- Installation of point-to-point links (Wireless) and fiber optics private links.
- Installation, configuration and maintenance of network devices. (Firewalls, Switches L2.3, Access Points, Routers)
- Installation, configuration and maintenance of routing protocols (RIPv2, OSPF).
- Installation, configuration and administration of Network Access Controls (NAC) / 802.1X authentication.
- Installation, configuration and administration with WAN and VPN / VRF Solutions, MPLS, DMVPN Phase1/2/3, IPsec, IPsec/GRE, and Performance Routing.
- Usage of routing protocols (RIPv2, OSPF).
- Experience with WatchGuard and Aruba SD WAN / WAN Acceleration/Optimization Solution.
- Experience with enterprise network management tools such as Nagios, SolarWinds, PTRG, Zabbix, Aruba Cloud and WatchGuard Cloud.
- Installation, configuration and maintenance of Windows based Servers (Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, FileServers, DFS, IIS, SQL).
- Oversaw IT/OT projects to help customers build, secure and optimize their IT infrastructure.
- Designed Network IT/OT (Switching and Wireless) and Server infrastructures according to project specifications on external customers.
- Provided 2nd and 3rd level technical support and troubleshooting to internal and external clients.
- Promotion to IT Manager.
TEAM LEADER MANAGER IT INFRASTRUCTURE
Tecnova Soluciones
San Pedro, Costa Rica
07.2014 - 09.2020
- Evaluated system architecture to verify security and scalability to maintain daily customer operations.
- Configured servers to meet functional specifications for customers
- Installation of point-to-point links (Wireless) and fiber optics private links.
- Installation, configuration and maintenance of network devices. (Firewalls, Switches L2.3, Access Points, Routers)
- Installation, configuration and maintenance of routing protocols (RIPv2, OSPF).
- Installation, configuration and administration of Network Access Controls (NAC) / 802.1X authentication.
- Installation, configuration and administration with WAN and VPN / VRF Solutions, MPLS, DMVPN Phase1/2/3, IPsec, IPsec/GRE, and Performance Routing.
- Usage of routing protocols (RIPv2, OSPF).
- Experience with WatchGuard and Aruba SD WAN / WAN Acceleration/Optimization Solution.
- Experience with enterprise network management tools such as Nagios, Zabbix, Aruba Cloud and WatchGuard Cloud.
- Installation, configuration and maintenance of Windows based Servers (Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, FileServers, DFS, IIS, SQL).
- Maintained existing hardware and software with scheduled updates and patches of customers.
- Resolved issues related to operational components for LAN, WAN and voice systems of customers.
- Monitored system operation to detect potential problems of customers.
- Migration of Active Directory environments to newer versions of customers.
- Backup of critical services for daily operation.
- Allocated resources and organized processes to drive workplace efficiency and productivity.
- Supervised engineers and other staff in design and implementation of network solutions.
- Evaluated network designs to determine whether customer requirements were met efficiently and effectively.
- Built and operated equipment configuration prototypes for network hardware, software, servers and server operation systems.
- Prepared detailed network specifications, diagrams, charts, equipment configurations and recommended technologies
- Determined specific network hardware or software requirements for platforms, interfaces, bandwidths or routine schemas
- ISO 9001:2015 certification process.
- Oversaw 7 -strong team of engineering personnel.
- Oversaw IT/OT projects to help customers build, secure and optimize their IT infrastructure.
- Designed Network (Switching and Wireless) and Server infrastructures according to project specifications.
- Provided 2nd and 3rd level technical support and troubleshooting to internal and external clients.
- In charge of technical support and engineering department.
SENIOR IT SUPPORT ENGINEER
ESET Antivirus
San José, Costa Rica
07.2013 - 04.2014
- Used proactive monitoring procedures and tools to identify problem-prevention opportunities.
- Provided customers with overview of installation activity, site-specific information, and access to technical contacts
- Prepared evaluations of software and hardware and recommended improvements and upgrades.
- Handled customer complaints and escalated issues to software vendor according to procedures.
INFRASTRUCTURE SUPPORT ENGINEER
Grupo Mudanzas Mundiales
Zapote, Costa Rica
07.2009 - 05.2013
- Tested and verified software patches to restore or enhance system performance.
- Evaluated system architecture to verify security and scalability.
- Configured servers to meet functional specifications.
- Installation of point-to-point links (Wireless) and fiber optics private links.
- Installation, configuration and maintenance of network devices. (Firewalls, Switches L2.3, Access Points, Routers)
- Installation, configuration and maintenance of routing protocols (RIPv2, OSPF).
- Installation, configuration and maintenance of Windows based Servers (Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, FileServers, DFS, IIS, SQL).
- Experience with enterprise network management tools such as Nagios, SolarWinds.
- Maintained existing hardware and software with scheduled updates and patches.
- Resolved issues related to operational components for LAN, WAN and voice systems.
- Monitored system operation to detect potential problems.
- Migration of Active Directory environments to newer versions.
- Backup of critical services for daily operation.
- Monitored system operation to detect potential problems.
SENIOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT ENGINEER
EURO Autos
San José, Costa Rica
01.2008 - 06.2009
- Deleted, created and managed user accounts and privileges using Active Directory.
- Coordinated timely repair of computer equipment covered by third-party vendor maintenance agreements.
- Installation of point-to-point links (Wireless) and fiber optics private links.
- Installation of network devices. (Firewalls, Switches L2.3, Access Points, Routers)
- Usage of routing protocols (RIPv2, OSPF).
- Installation, configuration and maintenance of Windows based Servers (Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, FileServers, DFS, IIS)
- Resolved various hardware, software and applications problems to improve user productivity.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT SPECIALIST
Hotel Balmoral
San José, Costa Rica
01.2006 - 11.2007
- Troubleshoot issues on device-specific problems, network performance and internet connectivity.
- Handled customer complaints and escalated issues according to procedures.
- Conducted customer service recoveries using technical knowledge and business skills.
- Delivered support for internet service and connectivity-related issues pertaining to operating system, PC and browser configuration
- Set up equipment for employee use, performed and ensured proper installation of cables, operating systems and appropriate software
- Regarded computer software and hardware operation resolved problems.
- Provided high-level technical support by resolving inquiries by phone, e-mail and web consistent with department and team service levels and goals
Education
Cyber Defense Certificate -
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL05.2023
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S) - COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS
UAM University
San José, Costa Rica06.2010
Bachelor of Science - Computer And Information Systems Security
Florida Technical College
Orlando, FL07-2028
Skills
- Network Security
- System Administration
- Data Backups
- Network Infrastructure
- Configuration And Management VPN Configurations
- VMWare ESXI and Hyper-V Virtualization
- Microsoft Active Directory
- Network Firewall Management
- Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Planning and Cloud Services
- Wireless communication design
- Networking and routing protocol expertise
- Windows Server
- Network engineering
- Microservices architecture
- Information security
- Performance optimization
- Test automation
- DevOps practices
- Cybersecurity expertise
- Continuous integration
- Continuous deployment
- Remote support
- Technical troubleshooting
- Hardware troubleshooting
- Wireless networking
- File management
- System updates
- System upgrade design
- Server maintenance
- Technical support
- Network administration
- Change management
- Multitasking
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
Accomplishments
- Achieved automating a whole process by introducing an inhouse develop script for applying Security Updates tasks on closed/disconnected enviroments of the DoD.
- Supervised team of 10 staff members.
- Collaborated with team of 25 in the development of a new version for the DoD community taking Cyber in considerations.
Certification
- LEAD CYBERSECURITY PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE (LCSPC)
- AZURE ADMINISTRATOR ASSOCIATE (AZ-104)
- AZURE FUNDAMENTALS (AZ-900)
- DATTO CERTIFIED DEPLOYMENT SPECIALIST (DCDS)
- ARUBA CERTIFIED SWITCHING ASSOCIATE (ACSA)
- KALI LINUX CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL
- WATCHGUARD CERTIFIED TRAINER
- ITIL FOUNDATION CERTIFICATE IT SERVICE MANAGEMENT
- MCSA WINDOWS SERVER 2012
- MCPS MICROSOFT CERTIFICATE PROFESSIONAL
- VIRTUAL INDUSTRIAL CONTROL SYSTEMS CYBERSECURITY (CISA)
- COMPTIA NETWORK + ce
- COMPTIA Server +
- COMPTIA NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE PROFESSIONAL (CNIP)
- COMPTIA LINUX NETWORK PROFESSIONAL (CLNP)
- COMPTIA Linux +
- COMPTIA Security +
- CompTIA Security Analytics Professional (CSAP)
- CompTIA CySA+
LANGUAGES
English - Full Professional
Spanish - Native or Bilingual
Timeline
CYBERSECURITY TECHNICAL LEAD ENGINEER /CYBERSECURITY ENGINEER
AIT Engineering
01.2023 - Current
DIRECTOR OF CYBERSECURITY/OT
Liquid Consulting Inc
07.2022 - 01.2023
IT MANAGER
Liquid Consulting Inc
09.2021 - 07.2022
NETWORK AND SYSTEMS ENGINEER
Liquid Consulting Inc
10.2020 - 09.2021
TEAM LEADER MANAGER IT INFRASTRUCTURE
Tecnova Soluciones
07.2014 - 09.2020
SENIOR IT SUPPORT ENGINEER
ESET Antivirus
07.2013 - 04.2014
INFRASTRUCTURE SUPPORT ENGINEER
Grupo Mudanzas Mundiales
07.2009 - 05.2013
SENIOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT ENGINEER
EURO Autos
01.2008 - 06.2009
TECHNICAL SUPPORT SPECIALIST
Hotel Balmoral
01.2006 - 11.2007
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S) - COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS
UAM University
Cyber Defense Certificate -
University of Central Florida
Bachelor of Science - Computer And Information Systems Security
Florida Technical College
LINKS
https://www.linkedin.com/in/corwinott/