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KESHA R. MASON

Washington,DC

Summary

Goal-oriented Cybersecurity professional with significant success in planning, analyzing and implementing of security plans and initiatives. Strong interpersonal, listening and rapport-building skills, with aptitude to effectively communicate with customers, coworkers, business associates and management, while maintaining a positive work environment. Clearances Federal Security Top Secret Clearance - Active Certifications CompTIA Security

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cybersecurity Analyst

Karthik Consulting LLC
Washington, DC
08.2022 - Current
  • Conduct in-depth criticality analyses on Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) systems to identify and assess mission-critical functions (MCFs) and critical components (CCs) in alignment with CYBERSAFE System and Acquisition security control, SA-14.
  • Train NAVFAC system personnel across multiple regions on the CYBERSAFE Criticality Analysis (CA) Program, ensuring a consistent understanding of policy requirements, assessment methods, and reporting expectations.
  • Conducted interviews with system stakeholders and subject matter experts (SMEs) at each FEC to collect critical data on mission functions, system configurations, and component dependencies.
  • Traveled to multiple NAVFAC FEC locations to conduct on-site visits, validate system architecture, observe operational workflows, and identify Mission-Critical Functions (MCFs), and Critical Components (CCs).
  • Built collaborative relationships with public works departments, cybersecurity leads, and facilities engineers to ensure accurate data collection and CA alignment with mission requirements.
  • Document findings and system-specific vulnerabilities from site visits in formal reports and briefings for program managers and senior leadership.
  • Deliver tailored job aids and training materials to assist NAVFAC personnel with conducting internal CA efforts post-site engagement.

HSPD-12 Personnel Security Specialist

Birdi Systems Inc
Springfield, VA
08.2021 - 08.2022
  • Served as a source of reference and guidance for staff members regarding the HSPD-12 program.
  • Maintained consumable inventory and provided consumable guidelines on usage metrics to airports.
  • Processed sponsorships and enrollments of DHS HSPD-12 PIV cards.
  • Maintained personnel security reference materials, and DHS policy and procedure for handling Privacy Act-protected and sensitive personally identifying information.
  • Provided support and assistance to airports with issuing and activating PIV and DAC cards for employees and contractors.
  • Provided training sessions on topics such as proper handling of confidential documents or maintaining secure systems.

Security Control Assessor

Pro-Telligent, A Tetra Tech Company
Arlington, VA
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Conducted IT risk assessments to identify system threats, vulnerabilities, and risk, to generate reports
  • Maintained, reviewed and updated information security system documentations, including System Security Plan (SSP), Plan of Action & Milestone (POA&M), Risk Assessment (RA), policies and procedures, security control baselines in accordance with NIST guidelines and security practices
  • Reviewed and assessed artifacts and documentation provided by the Information System Security Officer (ISSO) for applicable DHS and NIST security controls tailored for several DHS accredited systems
  • Created and approved POA&M items for un-remediated vulnerabilities identified in Nessus vulnerability scans and insufficient documentation
  • Conducted Security Control Assessment interviews with system personnel to determine if the evidence and documentation provided was sufficient to pass the applicable controls
  • Analyzed system risk to identify and implement appropriate security countermeasures
  • Conducted findings meetings regarding vulnerabilities identified during Security Control Assessment scans
  • Conducted monthly status meetings for systems in the Ongoing Authorization (OA) program
  • Reviewed POA&M waivers, and closure packages for open/delayed POA&M items
  • Reviewed and approved configuration changes for multiple TSA systems
  • Performed site evaluations, customer surveys and team audits
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.

Quality Assurance Analyst

Pro-Telligent, A Tetra Tech Company
Arlington, VA
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Measured and applied fundamental concepts, processes, practices, and procedures on assignments within the Information Assurance and Cybersecurity Division (IAD)
  • Managed templates to ensure consistent and repeatable representation of deliverables
  • Managed timely delivery of documentation and worked with key stake holders to provide timely input
  • Provided timely feedback to team members and customers on identified problems and offered suggestions on revising documentation
  • Prepared monthly briefs and status reports on systems with upcoming expired ATOs
  • Created monthly scorecard reports on all compliant and non-compliant TSA systems, including out of date security reviews and contingency plans
  • Reviewed Data Call Request forms for accuracy on systems requesting scans from the Secure Infrastructure and Vulnerability Management (SIVM) Team
  • Maintained policy, procedures, work instructions and projects for quality and continuous improvement agendas
  • Created, edited, and updated project manuals and technical documentation used by entire QA team
  • Compiled data on quality issues and vulnerabilities and reported all findings to the Deputy Project Manager (DPM) with suggestions for improvement.

Help Desk Analyst

Telesis Corporation
Beltsville, MD
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Provided first – level technical support to 13 bureaus and offices within the Department of Commerce
  • Investigated technical issues using knowledge base and personal experience to complete timely resolutions
  • Ensured timely escalation of problems, when necessary, by documenting the impact to the customer and by assigning the appropriate priority and resolution target
  • Used LANDesk Remote Software and Windows Remote Desktop for troubleshooting problems and for installing computer software
  • Installed and configured JAVA to resolve compatibility issues/errors with DOC web-based applications
  • Assisted users with mapping shared drives, printers and Outlook folders
  • Provided knowledge and instructions for many of the features and functions of Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, and Excel)
  • Managed user profiles, security access and shared file structures using Active Directory
  • Created Wi-Fi accounts for permanent users and guests of the Herbert C
  • Hoover Building
  • Conducted call back responses for all technical support requests referred to the Help Desk
  • Kept customers informed about issue resolution progress and provided updated estimated times of resolution on ongoing basis
  • Supported customers having data connectivity issues, assisting with troubleshooting steps and rebooting of hardware
  • Developed and maintained positive customer relationships resulting in increased account services and expansion
  • Walked customers through processes of installing software or hardware and initial program start up procedures
  • Experience using Maas360 and enrolling Government issued mobile devices into the application
  • Supported RSA Tokens via the RSA Security Manager Console.

Education

B.S. Degree -

University of the District of Columbia
01.2014

Skills

  • Federal Security Top Secret Clearance - Active

Certification

  • CompTIA Security+

Timeline

Cybersecurity Analyst

Karthik Consulting LLC
08.2022 - Current

HSPD-12 Personnel Security Specialist

Birdi Systems Inc
08.2021 - 08.2022

Security Control Assessor

Pro-Telligent, A Tetra Tech Company
01.2019 - 01.2021

Quality Assurance Analyst

Pro-Telligent, A Tetra Tech Company
01.2018 - 01.2019

Help Desk Analyst

Telesis Corporation
01.2016 - 01.2017

B.S. Degree -

University of the District of Columbia

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