Kevin Jackson
Wiesbaden,GM
Summary
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
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Information System Security Engineer
United States Army
01.2022 - Current
- Conducted thorough assessments of system vulnerabilities and prepared detailed security assessment reports, recommending corrective actions in line with RMF requirements.
- Managed end-to-end RMF process using Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) to ensure all systems met RMF Process Guide standards.
- Developed and maintained POA&Ms and interacted daily with senior leadership, IT Security, and PMO teams to address A&A and POA&M remediation needs.
- Led internal security audits and participated in third-party audit preparations to validate compliance with FISMA, NIST SP 800-37, and other federal IT standards.
- Coordinated the implementation of security controls, tested and validated their effectiveness, and managed the remediation of identified vulnerabilities.
Senior Information Systems Security Engineer
United States Army
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Reviewed logs regularly to detect suspicious activity patterns before escalating into full-blown incidents, enabling rapid response efforts when necessary.
- ·Developed Comprehensive Security policies, plans, and procedures. Integrated cyber security tools manage organizational network security posture.
- Integrated Cyber Security tools and optimized existing configurations to create custom rule sets tailored to specific organizational needs, enhancing threat detection capabilities.
Senior Enterprise Systems Engineer
United States Army
01.2018 - 01.2020
- 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.
- Designed and and installed centralized monitoring suite to monitor system health and utilization of all networked devices connected to enterprise network.
- Completed software updates and assessed security patches for optimized computer use.
- Analyzed system requirements, developing tailored solutions that met or exceeded client expectations.
- · Directly influenced reinforcement of relationships through daily interactions with Central Command, Army Central Command, Defense Information Security Agency, Network Enterprise Technology Command, US Forces Afghanistan, Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve, Regional Cyber Command-Southwest Asia, 160th Theater Signal Brigade and Southwest Asia Theater Joint Service Components.
Security Operations Center Analyst II
Rendition Infosec LLC.
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Documented incidents and provided vulnerability analysis
- Worked in 24x7 SOC, investigating security issues and performing incident response.
Cyber Security Manager
United States Army
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Managed and trained personnel on RMF processes and security control implementations, significantly improving the organization's cybersecurity posture by 20% within first 60 days.
- Conducted risk assessments and vulnerability analyses on deficiencies identified during internal and external audits.
- Delivered cybersecurity training programs, raising employee awareness on potential threats and best practices.
- Managed a diverse team of cybersecurity professionals to achieve organizational goals effectively.
Senior Infrastructure Support
United States Army
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Implemented and administered virtualized platforms for cyber defense
- Built Virtual Servers to provide secure Enterprise and Mission Command services while managing system Accredidation and Authorization.
- Provided Virtual Infrastructure and helpdesk support for joint exercise with Indian Army in support of Pacific training exercise Supporting over 2000 US and Indian soldiers.
Communications Security Account Manager
United States Army
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Overseen the Organization's transition from the use of Enhanced Position Location and reporting System (EPLRS) to Joint Capabilities Release (JCR) fielding over 250 systems and Training users on how to properly load and operate this platform.
- Maintained administrative access for COMSEC equipment management
- Developed training programs and conducted regular inspections for compliance with Army Regulations.
Spectrum Manager
United States Army
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Managed the electromagnetic spectrum for communication networks using of various communication engineering tools to including Spectrum XXI, Joint Automated CEOI System (JACS) and Automated Communications Engineering Software (ACES) to aid in the planning of wireless voice and tactical voice and data networks.
- Formally established organizations spectrum management program.
- Procured authorized frequencies and created a Joint Restricted Frequency List for the 2nd Infantry Division.
Assistant Facility Security Officer
General Dynamics Electric Boat
01.2005 - 01.2009
- Coordinated visitor requests and overall security of client facility in Washington Engineering offices in support of Naval Nuclear programs.
- Assisted with network configurations and provided limited help desk support.
Education
Master of Science in Cyber Security Management - Cyber Security
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT12.2023
Bachelor of Science in Cyber Security Information Systems Security - Cyber Security
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT10.2020
Associate of Science in Information Technology Security - Information Technology
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO11.2016
Skills
- Active DOD Top-Secret SCI Security Clearance
- Risk Management Framework (RMF) Implementation
- Security Assessment Reports and Vulnerability Management
- Authorization and Accreditation (A&A)
- Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS)
- Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA)
- NIST Special Publications (SPs)
- Incident Response
- Virtualized Infrastructure
Websites
Certification
- CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+)
- CompTIA Security + (Sec+)
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- Certified Encryption Specialist (ECES)
- GIAC Certified Windows Security Administrator (GCWN)
- GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
- GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)
- System Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
- GIAC Certified Network Auditor (GSNA)
Clearance
Current and active Top Secret Security Clearance issued by the U.S. Department of Defense.
Professional Highlights
- Monitored and troubleshot system performance and conducted patching for 26 geographically dispersed data centers.
- Increased system performance of the SW Asia Theatre of Operations by 20% while Sr Enterprise Systems Engineer.
- Built a virtual data center capable of supporting over 80,000 users.
- Planned, purchased, installed, and configured equipment for an enterprise-wide Disaster Recovery Site for all of SW Asia.
Professional Certifications
- Security Plus (SEC+)
- Certified Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+)
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- System Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
- GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
- GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)
- GIAC Certified Windows Security Administrator (GCWN)
Security Clearance
Active DOD Top-Secret Sensitive Compartment Information (TS SCI) Security Clearance
Timeline
Senior Information System Security Engineer
United States Army
01.2022 - Current
Senior Information Systems Security Engineer
United States Army
01.2020 - 01.2022
Senior Enterprise Systems Engineer
United States Army
01.2018 - 01.2020
Security Operations Center Analyst II
Rendition Infosec LLC.
01.2018 - 01.2019
Cyber Security Manager
United States Army
01.2017 - 01.2018
Senior Infrastructure Support
United States Army
01.2016 - 01.2017
Communications Security Account Manager
United States Army
01.2012 - 01.2016
Spectrum Manager
United States Army
01.2012 - 01.2013
Assistant Facility Security Officer
General Dynamics Electric Boat
01.2005 - 01.2009
Master of Science in Cyber Security Management - Cyber Security
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science in Cyber Security Information Systems Security - Cyber Security
Western Governors University
Associate of Science in Information Technology Security - Information Technology
Colorado Technical University
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