George Stepanovich

• Conducted vulnerability assessments to identify security gaps in systems and applications.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance incident response strategies and protocols.
• Monitored network traffic for suspicious activities using advanced security tools and technologies.
• Analyzed security incidents to provide insights and recommendations for future prevention measures.
• Collaborated with IT teams to integrate security measures into software development processes, enhancing overall application security.
• Reviewed logs regularly to detect suspicious activity patterns before they escalate into full-blown incidents, enabling rapid response efforts when necessary.
• Evaluated emerging technologies for their potential impact on organizational security posture, recommending appropriate solutions as needed.
• Contributed to business continuity planning efforts by assessing potential risks to critical systems and implementing backup strategies that ensured minimal downtime during disaster recovery scenarios.
• Streamlined communication between departments regarding cybersecurity matters by creating an effective reporting structure that enabled prompt action against identified threats.
• Design and Deployment: Architect and deploy PKI infrastructure, including Certificate Authorities (CAs), Registration Authorities (RAs), and Hardware Security Modules (HSMs).
• Certificate Lifecycle Management: Implement and manage policies for the entire lifecycle of digital certificates, from issuance and distribution to renewal and revocation.
• Integration: Integrate PKI solutions with other security systems, such as authentication and access control mechanisms.
• Automation: Create and manage automation and workflows for certificate management to improve efficiency.
• Security and Compliance: Conduct security assessments and audits of PKI systems, and ensure the environment complies with relevant standards like WebTrust, ETSI, or NIST.
• Monitoring and Maintenance: Perform daily system monitoring, verify the integrity of hardware and server resources, and maintain documentation.
• Support and Collaboration: Collaborate with other IT and engineering teams to integrate PKI solutions into existing systems and provide support.

From 2000 to 2010 - Colocation/ Managed Services Engineer

• Supported Enterprise Clients that purchased colo and/or web managed services and placed in large data centers throughout the US

From 2010 to 2016 - Identity Access Management Engineer

• Supported two factor authentication applications
• Supported Certificate Authority Issuance platform
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• Streamlined operational processes to enhance efficiency across departments.
• Coordinated cross-functional teams to support project implementation and execution.
• Developed training programs for staff to improve performance and productivity.
• Managed inventory systems ensuring accurate stock levels and timely replenishment.
• Facilitated communication between management and staff to address operational challenges.
• Led initiatives to optimize resource allocation, enhancing overall operational effectiveness.
• Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
• Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
• Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
• Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.