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Open to workDesired start date: Open to discussion
Desired Job Title
Cybersecurity OperationsWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
RemoteOn-SiteHybridLocation: Enid, OK
Open to relocation: Yes
Open To Work
Hi, I’m
Debonnae Cheeks
Enid,OK
Work Preference
Summary
Detail-oriented Cybersecurity Manager with a strong background in security operations and project management. Known for effective collaboration and problem-solving abilities, ready to leverage expertise to enhance organizational security frameworks.
Skills
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Project management
- Security operations
- Access control
- Security awareness training
- Privileged access management
- Application security
- Physical security
- Identity and Access management
- Disaster recovery planning
- Vulnerability assessment
- Firewall administration
- System hardening
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability
- Time management
- Facilitating focus groups
Work History
United States Air Force, USAFEnid, OK
Cybersecurity Operations
01.2006 - Current
Job overview
- Assessed data processing proposals to evaluate project feasibility and requirements.
- Managed operational IT budget and expenditures within departmental parameters.
- Reviewed program plans to coordinate activities effectively.
- Evaluated third-party cybersecurity products and services prior to organizational adoption.
- Led teams in implementing technologies to strengthen cybersecurity measures.
- Collaborated with stakeholders, including developers and IT staff, to ensure legal compliance.
- Installed and maintained computer network systems for military operations.
- Troubleshot network issues to ensure optimal performance and connectivity.
- Received and prioritized support requests to maximize resource utilization.
- Imaged OS and software deployments throughout system and addressed implementation concerns.
- Configured hardware devices and software settings to optimize network performance.
- Installed and repaired network fiber optic cables, Ethernet cables and other networking cabling and conduits.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Implemented access control measures to safeguard sensitive areas and information.
- Conducted regular staff training on security policies and procedures.
- Monitored physical access to the premises, ensuring that only authorized personnel were allowed entry.
- Managed the issuance and revocation of security badges and access rights for employees.
Education
American Public UniversityWest Virginia
Bachelor of Science from Public Health
04-2019
Community College of The Air ForceMontgomery, AL
Associate of Applied Science from Information Systems Management
08-2010
American Public UniversityWest Virginia
Master of Science from Public Health
Certification
Security+
Overview
20
years of professional experience
1
Certificate