Watchful professional offering comprehensive, hands-on experience identifying, investigating and responding to information security alerts. Expertise in searching through data-sets to detect threats and anomalies and administering metrics to maintain security processes and controls. Focused on helping businesses safeguard sensitive data from hackers and cyber-criminals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cybersecurity Engineer
Davidson Technologies
09.2017 - 11.2022
Served as primary POC for IAVM distribution and compliance reporting to GML
Served as GMTE System package owner
Maintained ATO packages by using NIST SP documents 800-37, 800-171, and 800-35
Served as POC for IRIS incident reporting for PP&S
Served as Primary POC for Cyber Tasks Order (CTO) weekly and report applicability status to GML
Responsible for transferring Classified data to unclassified format by performing Trusted Download (TD)
Performed alternate safe custodian tasks
Serve as Master technical document owner, I review and update the document with recent information such as Diagrams, hardware/software, policy/procedures, and Control Correlation Identifier (CCI)
Initiate collaboration with multiple Integrated Product Team IPT within Boeing, Northrop, Orbital and ARIS to complete a task/project
Researched and documented SIEM product vs CIMS tool
Attended Weekly ISSM/ISSO meetings and brief Cybersecurity lead
Attended 90 day quarterly meeting with the Integrated Product Team to discuss patch development, planning, testing and implementation
Initiated meetings with government customers to transform suggestions/information gained into valuable product conveyance.
Cybersecurity Engineer
ARCHARITHMS
03.2023 - 09.2023
Primary POC for HBSS Trelix ePO/ ESS Monitoring and troubleshooting
Performed Risk Assessment for Program products by reviewing Fortify scans, Developer Workbooks, and POAM
Reviewed and processed software assurance requests for COST, GOST, and FOSS
Reviewed and collected projects from Gitlab
Participated in daily morning Scrum meetings
Updated MacAfee/Trellix agents on Windows servers 2012, 2016, 2019, and 2022
Researched information about Splunk functions and security management
Researched documented benefits of OpenNMS vs Nessus
Served as Local NEC-R Liaison to Detroit, Ft Rucker, and Pine Bluff
Performed Administrative functions in Active Directory (AD)
Assessed and monitored security controls in eMASS
Managed users and computers via Win Admin tools group policies (GPOs)
Administered and maintained NETCOM Certification and Accreditation (C&A) for audit log files and IA controls
Supported NEC-R and LNECs in the transition of DIACAP to RMF in eMASS
Utilized Risk Management Framework (RMF) to create Cybersecurity SOPs and assessments for multiple controls
Developed Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) guidance as requested for many IA processes and functions
Reviewed TSP packages to verify Tenant Security Plans (TSPs)
Conducted periodic audits: 10%, ATCTS, and AD and submitted to management monthly
Local site visit to Pine Bluff during their SAV to provide hands-on guidance as needed with their RMF documents: Contingency Plan, COOP, Hardware/Software, and QA/QC list
Reviewed the Security Plan in eMASS for Detroit and Pine Bluff during their SAV and noted the findings in the QA-QC documents
Performed Primary Safe Custodian duties
Provided ATO, ATD, and OIS status from assigned LNECs to NEC-R management
TASKORD-160728-362 - General and Privileged User Access to Army Information Systems (AIS), Networks and Data (U)
OPORD 201608-101- Trip Report- Reporting daily to NEC-R management on the Pine Bluff Site visit for SAV-A.
Information Assurance Specialist III
Vista Technical Services, LLC/ Alutiiq LLC Redstone Arsenal
02.2015 - 02.2016
Processed CTO 10-133 Waiver requests and administration
Provided technical support by removing or adding SIPRNet (SIPR) user accounts to Active Directory (AD)
Utilized and administered ATCTS to perform various tasks
Provided weekly OPORD updates
Processed numerous service requests via ITSM
Authorized partial or completed suspension of user accounts and operations upon detection of non-compliance with their Security training and Cyber Awareness
Supported NETCOM Redstone in the current transition of DIACAP to RMF in eMASS
Utilized Risk Management Framework (RMF) to create Cybersecurity SOPs and assessments for multiple controls
Developed Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) guidance as requested for many IA processes and functions
Provided monthly auditing reports on Baseline Certification, CE, and Cyber Awareness
Performed quarterly user privilege auditing for all users on the Redstone domain.
Information Assurance Specialist
Alutiiq
12.2012 - 02.2015
Reviewed event notifications and utilized various automation tools
Provided technical expertise in the area of information and system security
Performed Retina Scans weekly/monthly for workstations, printers, servers, and other devices – per customers’ request
Performed all necessary duties to protect the infrastructure from abuse and harmful intrusion
Actively monitored network activity and performed extensive reviews of activity logs
Monitored the output of various Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), security applications, and output from various network devices
Analyzed parts of the system and provided recommendations to the Information System Security Officer (ISSO) on areas of improvement regarding future expansions of systems, networks, and data
Produced incident reports that included specific details, backup, and research regarding all network threats encountered
Monitored output from multiple IDS and various network devices and applications to ensure customer internet use adhered to all security and privacy policies
Worked in a team environment with clients, customers, and other IT personnel to provide help and support as needed.
Information Security Officer
Kingfisher Systems Inc/Hewlett Packard/ Marine Corps Logistics Base (MCLB
05.2009 - 11.2012
Served as MCLB's IAO, developing policies for SIPRNet Token, Check-In/Out, C&A, and CLO
Researched and interpreted trends and developments to improve approaches to the information system
Managed MCLB Access Control Database
Conducted risk and vulnerability assessments of information
Promoted IA and SIPR token awareness of security issues among management
Performed mitigation actions for HRO workstations (TMS) server, NIAGARA SERVER
Created and modified SAAR Renewal, CPR, C&A, and SIPRNet Token to enforce command IA policies and procedures
Assisted Green Team members with monthly OPDIR and Audit scans for MCLBA
Monitored and evaluated compliance of HRO and BASE systems with IT security requirements
Developed/updated SOPs for security Contingency of Operations Plans (COOP) and disaster recovery for SIPR Token, C&A, and CLO SOPs for MCLB IA
Created network and systems design for SIPRNet, including diagrams to ensure the implementation of appropriate systems security policies
Managed IA Remedy Queue by coordinating with customers, scheduling requests, and following up with tickets
Worked collaboratively with Base IAM to validate requirements for and define IA strategies, programs, and plans.
IT System Technician/Admin
Hewlett Packard/ Marine Corps Logistics Base, Communications and Information Systems Division (CISD) Albany, GA
05.2008 - 03.2009
Served as MCLB SIPRNet system administrator and primary point of contact for servers that serves as the primary means of receiving, processing, and transmitting secure message traffic
Managed AD group policies (GPOs) via Win Admin tools
Developed plans, policies, and procedures for implementing, utilizing, and upgrading DMS at MCLB, Albany, GA, and supported tenant organizations over the short and long term
Loaded anti-virus software updates
Ensured all network operations equipment complied with all MCNOSC Operational Directives (OPDIRs) as directed
Maintain security updates for MS Office, Adobe, JAVA, Flash Player, and Microsoft Operating System
Managed SIPERNET user’s accounts, ensuring compliance with applicable information assurance policies and procedures
Served as primary action officer for implementing Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) based secure messaging and data transfer within the directorate
Assisted the SIPRNET Information Assurance Officer (IAO) with threat and vulnerability assessments to assess risks and determine effective corrective measures
Assisted with the review and evaluation of security impacts on system changes
Duties were accomplished through a comprehensive approach involving close coordination with the SIPRNET IAO.
Certified Help Desk Analyst
Apollo Health Street, Americus, GA
09.2007 - 04.2008
Monitored and recorded incoming problems and requested and updated customer cases following help desk management applications
Recorded, resolved, or escalated customer requests or problems by standard operating procedures (SOPs) and pre-defined case recording or escalation guidelines
Reviewed and actively pursued a resolution to all cases under my assignment
Notified customers of scheduled outages, known problems, and other updates
Researched, resolved, and responded by SOPs to all requests and contacts received via telephone, mail, chat, and e-mail
Provided functional and technical support in troubleshooting and diagnosing Windows applications
Installed and troubleshot VPN software and connectivity and remotely assisted users in installing and updating software
Installed, troubleshot, and mapped printers on different sites
Resolved Windows and Internet Explorer issues on desktops and laptops.
IT Technician
Atlantic Associates/TEK systems
09.2002 - 01.2007
Performed multiple short-term contracting jobs, which included: Migrated users from old server to new server: Windows 2000 and NT
Changed and renamed domain
Provided local administrator access
Transferred users’ profiles, cleaned up disk space and configured Microsoft Outlook
Participated in the redesign of the City of Boston Web Site
Coordinated various complex and challenging software security issues with the Server Manager
Set up shared and server printers
Hooked up PCs in different classes
Drove “ghosting” utilizing Symantec software
Performed software installation of Linux, NT, Windows 98, 2000, XP Professional, and 2003 server
Added users in the Windows 2000 domain, created profiles and granted permissions
Troubleshoot hardware problem.
Education
BSBA - Computer Information System -
Thomas Edison State University
01.2024
AS - Computer Information System Specialist -
Bunker Hill Community College
01.2006
Skills
Network Security
Firewall Management
Endpoint Protection
Operating System Security
Compliance Management
Public Key Infrastructure
Patch management
Vulnerability Assessment
Incident Response
Access Control
Two-Factor Authentication
Skillsets
Windows/servers Active Directory
Manage Engine
Azure
Environment Agile/JIRA
Gitlab
VMWARE
NESSUS/ACAS
HBSS/Trelix ePO
EMASS
Fortify Scan
VSM
PO&AM
STIGs
IAVM
Scorecard
Network Security
Affiliationsandawards
Diversity Leadership Colloquium (DLC), Member of Albany State University AMC Student Chapter, Customer Awareness Certification 2007, Apollo Health Street, Mission Change, Habitat for humanity, Food Bank, Big Brother Big Sister of Alabama
Diversity Leadership Colloquium (DLC) Activity: Member of Albany State University AMC Student Chapter. Award: Customer Awareness Certification 2007, Apollo Health Street. Volunteer: Mission Change, Habitat for humanity and Food Bank Mentoring: Big Brother Big Sister of Alabama
Certification
CompTIA- Security + CE
EC-Council - CEH
Timeline
Cybersecurity Engineer
ARCHARITHMS
03.2023 - 09.2023
Cybersecurity Engineer
Davidson Technologies INC
11.2022 - 03.2023
Cybersecurity Engineer
Davidson Technologies
09.2017 - 11.2022
IT Specialist - ISSO
US ARMY, NETCOM
02.2016 - 09.2017
Information Assurance Specialist III
Vista Technical Services, LLC/ Alutiiq LLC Redstone Arsenal
02.2015 - 02.2016
Information Assurance Specialist
Alutiiq
12.2012 - 02.2015
Information Security Officer
Kingfisher Systems Inc/Hewlett Packard/ Marine Corps Logistics Base (MCLB
05.2009 - 11.2012
IT System Technician/Admin
Hewlett Packard/ Marine Corps Logistics Base, Communications and Information Systems Division (CISD) Albany, GA