As a full-time Cybersecurity Engineer and part-time Blackhawk Pilot with the Missouri Army National Guard, I bring a unique blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, and dedication to every task. Highly motivated and driven, I am actively seeking opportunities to further contribute and grow within the cybersecurity field.
• Evaluated, remediated, and enforced Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) to ensure compliance with the Department of Defense's (DOD) security protocols, procedures, and standards
• Utilized Risk Management Framework (RMF) to assess and mitigate risks across IT systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations
• Prepared and maintained cybersecurity documentation, including System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), and Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&Ms)
• Participated in mobile app (Android and IOS) security assessments, encompassing both static and dynamic code analysis techniques
• Collaborated closely with development teams to ensure effective communication of findings and facilitate the implementation of recommended security enhancements
• Produced comprehensive reports detailing findings, including clear explanations of identified issues and suggested remediation strategies
● Managed and maintained various IT systems and networks, including desktop computers, and Cisco routers & switches, ensuring optimal performance and security for a user base of over 200 personnel
● Provided technical support and troubleshooting for network and communication systems, resulting in a reduction of system downtime by 30%
● Implemented IT security protocols and procedures to increase protection of classified and sensitive information from unauthorized access, resulting in zero security breaches during tenure
DoD Secret Security Clearance
PenTest+
Security+
Network+
A+
CCSP - Certified Cloud Security Professional
CySA+ - Cybersecurity Analyst
ITIL4 - Information Technology Infrastructure Library 4
CASP+ - CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner proj. Apr 2024
CISM - Certified Information Security Manager proj. Jun 2024
DoD Secret Security Clearance
PenTest+
Security+
Network+
A+
CCSP - Certified Cloud Security Professional
CySA+ - Cybersecurity Analyst
ITIL4 - Information Technology Infrastructure Library 4
CASP+ - CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner proj. Apr 2024
CISM - Certified Information Security Manager proj. Jun 2024