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Erin Adams

Oklahoma City,US

Summary

Dynamic Security Consultant with extensive experience at Inspire Brands, excelling in compliance and risk management. Proven expertise in firewall configuration and incident response, driving organizational security initiatives. Adept at analytical thinking and documentation practices, ensuring robust network defenses and adherence to industry regulations. Committed to enhancing cybersecurity infrastructure and operational efficiency.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Security Consultant)-

Independent Contracting
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
07.2017 - Current
  • Designed secure network architectures in collaboration with IT teams.
  • Developed incident response plans for effective security incident management.
  • Evaluated and recommended security tools to strengthen system defenses.
  • Configured and maintained firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and virtual private networks.
  • Managed firewall configurations to restrict access and thwart unauthorized entry.
  • Analyzed system logs from routers, switches, and servers to identify suspicious patterns.
  • Monitored network traffic using packet sniffing tools to detect malicious activities.
  • Created detailed documentation of network components including firewall rules and configurations.

Security Governance Risk & Compliance Analyst

Inspire Brands
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
03.2022 - 11.2024
  • Analyzed compliance documents to ensure adherence with industry regulations.
  • Conducted audits identifying potential risks within operational processes.
  • Reviewed internal policies for alignment with compliance standards and effectiveness.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address compliance challenges and implement solutions.
  • Tracked progress towards established organizational compliance goals and objectives.
  • Drafted reports detailing findings from investigations into non-compliance incidents.
  • Implemented corrective action plans following discovery of non-compliance issues.
  • Provided guidance on best practices for maintaining compliance across business units.

Security Analyst

Hertz
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
02.2019 - 04.2020
  • Monitored security systems to detect and respond to potential threats effectively.
  • Collaborated with IT teams to implement robust network security measures.
  • Analyzed security logs to proactively identify patterns and mitigate risks.
  • Reviewed firewall requests to ensure compliance with Hertz security standards.
  • Configured and resolved issues for Cisco ASA, NGFW, and IPS firewalls.
  • Provided tier 2/3 support for AWS/Azure cloud security networks.
  • Set up QRADAR SIEM collectors and investigated potential security incidents.
  • Maintained documentation of network designs, IP configurations, and compliance requirements.

Senior Network Engineer

Inceed for State of Oklahoma
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
10.2017 - 05.2018

Provided comprehensive network support for toll roads, ensuring minimal downtime.

Configured and resolved issues for Cisco and Brocade routers, switches, and firewalls.

  • Managed setup and troubleshooting of Cisco Call Manager for efficient communication.
  • Implemented VMWARE configurations to enhance virtual infrastructure performance.
  • Configured Tipping Point IPS and F5 load balancers for optimized traffic management.
  • Established and troubleshot Aruba wireless networks to improve connectivity.
  • Optimized internal and external protocols, including OSPF, IGRP, EIGRP, and BGP.
  • Reviewed and maintained documentation of network Visio diagrams and IP address layouts.

Technology Consultant III

HPE
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
10.2012 - 04.2017

• Network support for Title XIX healthcare accounts.
• Set up, configuration, and problem resolution of Cisco and Checkpoint firewalls, switches, and routers
• Set up, configuration, and problem resolution of Tipping point IPS, and F5 load balancers.
• Migration of applications to AMS cloud services.
• Set up network for Arcsight access to log data.
• Review and maintain documentation of network diagrams and IP address configurations.
• Network refresh and redesigns as needed per contract.
• Periodic reviews of security policies, including network segmentation, firewall rules, encryption, and disaster recovery.
• Maintain, review, and document compliance and risk management for PCI, SOX, and HIPAA compliance.

Education

Oklahoma City Community College
Okc, Ok

University of Oklahoma
Norman, Ok

Skills

  • Firewall configuration and network security
  • Incident response and problem solving
  • Cloud migration and virtualization
  • Documentation practices and technical writing
  • Analytical thinking and attention to detail
  • IT governance and compliance
  • Network administration and solutions
  • Cybersecurity expertise and infrastructure
  • ITIL framework and vendor management

Certification

  • Committee on National Security Systems 4013 (CNSS 4013)
  • Committee on National Security Systems 4011 (INFOSEC)

Timeline

Security Governance Risk & Compliance Analyst

Inspire Brands
03.2022 - 11.2024

Security Analyst

Hertz
02.2019 - 04.2020

Senior Network Engineer

Inceed for State of Oklahoma
10.2017 - 05.2018

Security Consultant)-

Independent Contracting
07.2017 - Current

Technology Consultant III

HPE
10.2012 - 04.2017

Oklahoma City Community College

University of Oklahoma