Damon M. Anderson

-Developed and implemented security protocols to safeguard sensitive data and systems.

- Conducted vulnerability assessments to identify and mitigate potential risks across enterprise networks. -Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance incident response strategies and improve threat detection capabilities.

-Led cybersecurity training sessions for staff, fostering a culture of security awareness throughout the organization. -Developed and implemented security protocols to protect sensitive data from breaches.

-Conducted vulnerability assessments to identify and mitigate potential threats in network infrastructure.

-Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance cybersecurity awareness and training programs.

-Oversaw incident response procedures, ensuring timely resolution of security incidents and breaches. Refined
- Documented NIST 800‑53 security policies during early application development phases; authored six policies and procedures supporting compliance readiness.
- Developed five additional policies and procedures aligned with NIST 800‑171 and CMMC requirements, strengthening organizational audit preparedness.
- Managed the creation and maintenance of POA&Ms, tracking critical, moderate, and low‑severity CVEs and aligning remediation timelines with engineering teams.
- Coordinated cross‑functionally with cybersecurity, engineering, and corporate stakeholders to produce and maintain the Body of Evidence (BoE) for multiple products.
- Conducted DADMS research for upcoming products and documented required entries to ensure accurate lifecycle tracking. Application Security / DevSecOps
- Performed SAST and DAST tool research and evaluation, collaborating closely with engineering teams to support secure application development and tool integration.
- Defined OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities relevant to active projects and partnered with leadership to implement defense‑in‑depth remediation strategies.
- Supported secure baseline development by working directly with engineering teams during patch testing, validation, and deployment into new product baselines.
- Researched applicable STIGs/SRGs and documented compliance findings using STIG Viewer to support secure configuration and accreditation efforts. Vendor & Stakeholder Engagement
- Maintained open communication with vendors to ensure product issues were accurately reported, tracked, and resolved in alignment with cybersecurity requirements.
- Collaborated with internal and external partners to ensure products met cyber‑safety standards throughout development and deployment. Cybersecurity Program Support
- Developed POA&M structures and remediation timelines guiding products through cybersecurity lifecycle stages, including risk management, coding standards, testing, scanning, deployment, and maintenance.
- Assisted CMMC teams with documentation, evidence collection, and policy development to support certification readines

• Performs a comprehensive assessment of Risk Management Framework (RMF) technical and administrative controls and a thorough risk analysis for system impact.
• Extensive knowledge of information security management frameworks, such as ISO/IEC 27001, COBIT, and NIST, including 800-53 and all things related to the Cybersecurity Framework.
• Well versed in all things eMASS related such as controls and assessment procedure data entry, artifact uploads, system policies and procedures, POAM, System Security Plan (SP), SOPs, as well as other NIST security documentation requirements in support of system RMF ATO or DIACAP packages.
• Provides in-depth auditing of RMF package validation analysis for system security compliance in accordance with the Navy SCA Risk Assessment Guide and reviewing CCI Controls with the customer for specific applicability and compliancy.
• Working knowledge in the administering and analytics of Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), STIG Viewer, eMASSTER, and Vulnerability Remediation Asset Manager (VRAM).

• Directed patch updates and ensured compliance with RMF.
• Coordinated certificate handling and account establishment for personnel movements in six Helicopter Squadrons.
• Oversaw the tracking and management of Squadrons HBSS and VRAM processes.
• Supervised development of accounts and group policy frameworks.
• Coordinated system updates for assets upon reintegration into the network.
• Oversight and management of information technology funding.
• Directed PUREBRED implementation and ensured consistent monitoring of mobile network systems.
• Executed secure token and PIN management within classified environments.
• Achieved significant milestones in project delivery.
• Set up and uphold information security protocols for six Squadrons.
• Collaborated with seven unit identification codes for platform integration.
• Managed ongoing project for Aruba wireless access point setup.

• Supervised the modernization and repair of an advanced training environment tailored for military medical personnel.
• Coordinated operations of learning management system.
• Managed user access levels and developed network SOPs for patient management.
• Assigned network protocols, connected workstations, servers, and firewalls through the cloud to end users.
• Executed subnetting and encryption tasks using coding techniques.
• Achieved significant milestones in project delivery.
• Established and sustained an online training platform allowing students to engage with a virtual shipboard medical system.
• Tasked with mentoring 170 leaders in professional growth.

• Planned yearly equipment servicing for multiple work centers.
• Ensured adherence to procedures and timely checks.
• Responsible for upholding training qualification programs.
• Implemented strategies to decrease risk of hazardous situations.
• Managed medical treatment for 290 service personnel during maritime operations.
• Surpassed expected goals in various initiatives.
• Qualified as Officer of the Deck Underway, serving as the Captain's direct representative for safe ship operations with a crew of nearly 300 personnel.
• Managed teams to excel in unplanned inspections, achieving top-tier results in personnel and disbursing operations.
• Guided individuals from various backgrounds, participating in 76 qualification boards.