John Waltonbaugh
Martinez,GA
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional eager to embrace new challenges and contribute to organizational success. Possesses a robust work ethic and exceptional adaptability, with a proven ability to thrive in the nuclear environment while exceeding targets and driving success. Extensive experience in Instrumentation & Controls, Maintenance, Industrial, and Cybersecurity fields provides the knowledge necessary to meet diverse company needs. Committed to delivering accurate, safe, and efficient results while pursuing continuous learning, career advancement, and team development.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cyber Security Analyst 2
Alvin W. Vogtle Electric Generating Plant
02.2024 - Current
- Develop and plan critical field work activities.
- Fill the Lead Assessor or supervisor position when needed.
- Train team members on performing field work, preventative maintenance tasks, and developing detailed work instructions.
- Assume the role of Lead Assessor or Supervisor as required.
- Diagnose and resolve issues with critical plant equipment.
- Provide Cyber Security support to external departments.
- Conduct applicability determinations and perform quality reviews.
- Create comprehensive System Assessment Reports.
- Maintain accuracy in all Cyber Security assessment related documentation.
- Implement and validate cybersecurity controls in the field.
- Ensure compliance with industry and site regulations through thorough monthly audits of critical digital asset user accounts and permissions.
- Facilitate training sessions on performing cybersecurity work order and design change impact reviews.
- Continuously address gaps in regulatory compliance and baseline configuration management to ensure alignment with Vogtle 3&4 Cyber Security requirements.
- Propose enhancements to cybersecurity preventative maintenance task plans.
Lead Cyber Security Field Technician
Alvin W. Vogtle Electric Generating Plant
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Optimized security within technical environment by diagnosing Critical Digital Assets.
- Managed 6-member team to ensure all reactor mode milestones were met.
- Troubleshoot Critical Plant equipment.
- Develops work instructions and trains team members.
- Identify and report needed remediation activities found in critical plant systems.
- Maintains all Critical Digital Assets and Instruments located in Owner Controlled Area.
- All work performs NEI 13-10 / 10 CFR 73.54 / Regulatory Guide 5.71 standards.
- Configuring and administering security tools such as network scanning & monitoring applications.
- Track and Document all completed and upcoming field work for leadership updates.
Cyber Security Field Technician
Alvin W. Vogtle Electric Generating Plant
10.2020 - 01.2023
- Walk down and collected confidential data on all Cyber Security enrolled digital assets.
- Collected & documented data to support the assessment team and information-gathering activities.
- Utilize a multitude of applications to connect and communicate to critical plant devices.
- Kept data secure and followed proper procedures for uploading and transmitting data.
- Secured essential information and data by running database backups.
- Review plant drawings for comparing as built vs. actual designed.
- Mentored department on System Assessment Plan implementation standards.
- Identify and report gaps found in various systems into Corrective Action Program.
Lead Maintenance Technician/Welder/Fabricator
Dukane Radiator and Sheet Metal Solutions
08.2013 - 10.2020
- Completed preventive maintenance maintaining production and equipment in accordance with safety protocols and company policy.
- Utilized MIG welding experience to fabricate and construct safety guards, angle iron and square tubing.
- Applied clear understanding of electricity for electrical wiring systems and switching components.
- Inspected, replaced, and repaired defective components to ensure optimal operability.
- Demonstrated Strong Attention to American Standards Mechanical Engineers and Process.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Conducted equipment and machinery performance and safety inspections maintaining operational baseline.
- Maintained maintenance documentation for company regulatory compliance.
Maintenance Team Worker
Jones Stone and Marble
10.2005 - 07.2013
- Contacted vendors to procure equipment and tools to meet organizational demands.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues according to industry standards.
- Maintained equipment performance by cleaning and lubricating components.
- Tested components, assemblies, and systems to diagnose problems.
- Improved knowledge and productivity through continuous education and learning from senior team leaders.
- Troubleshoot site automation equipment.
Education
Associate Degree - Specialized Technology
Triangle Technical Institute
06.2013
Skills
- Network security
- Work Management
- Results-driven
- NIST Cyber Security Frameworks
- Effective team leadership
- Critical thinking skills
- Effective decision-making skills
- Risk mitigation strategies
- Incident response
- Dependable performance
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Access control
- Regulatory compliance auditing
- Training and mentoring
Certification
- Cyber Security: Understand Threats & Prevent Attacks, Alison
- Cyber Security Assessor JFG
- S-ES-CYBERENG
- Computer Networking - Digital Network Security, Alison
- Network Server Security – Protecting Servers and Client Computers, Alison
- Data Acquisition System Reliability, 360 Training
- PLC Communication, 360 Training
- Ethical Hacking; Information Security, Alison
- Security +, COMPTIA (In-Progress)
Timeline
Cyber Security Analyst 2
Alvin W. Vogtle Electric Generating Plant
02.2024 - Current
Lead Cyber Security Field Technician
Alvin W. Vogtle Electric Generating Plant
01.2023 - 02.2024
Cyber Security Field Technician
Alvin W. Vogtle Electric Generating Plant
10.2020 - 01.2023
Lead Maintenance Technician/Welder/Fabricator
Dukane Radiator and Sheet Metal Solutions
08.2013 - 10.2020
Maintenance Team Worker
Jones Stone and Marble
10.2005 - 07.2013
Associate Degree - Specialized Technology
Triangle Technical Institute
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