Kevon Matthews
Washington,DC
Summary
A Specialist with passion for aligning security architecture plans and processes with security standards and business goals. Extensive experience developing and testing security framework for cloud-based software. Versed in robust network defense strategies, with proficiency in online security research, planning, execution and maintenance. Skilled at training internal users on security procedures and preventive measures.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Information Security Analyst
Millennium Consortium
Germantown, MD
11.2020 - Current
- Conduct FISMA, CMMC, CIS, and HIPAA compliance security control assessments to ascertain Adequacy of management, operational, technical and privacy controls on Premise, AWS, and Azure cloud environment.
- Develop and updating following Security Assessment and Authorization Artifacts including System Security Plan (SSP), Risk Assessments Report (RAR), Contingency Plan (CP), Configuration Management Plan (Conf Mp), and Continuous Monitoring Plan (CMP)
- Develop review and update security policies, practices, and procedures.
- Monitored computer virus reports to determine when to update virus protection systems.
- Support the system security by ensuring Security Impact Analysis (SIA), Risk Assessment, complete Assessment & Authorization (A&A) of the system performed.
- Hands-on experience using cyber security monitoring tools.
- Conduct and evaluate vulnerability results from following set of tools to include but not limited to Nessus made by Tenable, Nap, Web Inspect, etc.
- Manage and track corrective actions through development of artifacts, security documentation to ensure timely closure of Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) using CSAM.
- Ability to conduct vulnerability scanning, risks assessment, security impact, and implement adequate mitigation strategies as it relates to information systems.
- Monitored use of data files and regulated access to protect secure information.
- Assist in determination of appropriate level of security commensurate with level of sensitivity and oversee day-to-day security operations of system.
- Ensure IT systems have appropriate baseline security controls in place for systems to functioning properly in accordance with NIST 800-53A publication.
IT Specialist
Bay Atlantic University
Washington, DC
11.2022 - 01.2024
- Back up network data
- Analyze and report computer network security breaches or attempted breaches.
- Identify causes of networking problems, using diagnostic testing software and equipment.
- Document network support activities.
- Oversee daily performance of computer systems.
- Set up equipment for employee use, performing or ensuring proper installation of cables, operating systems, or appropriate software.
- Answer user inquiries regarding computer software or hardware operation to resolve problems.
- Monitored 50 plus systems in operation and input commands to troubleshoot areas.
Facilities Manager
Bay Atlantic University
Washington, DC
05.2023 - 01.2024
- Plan, direct, or coordinate operations and functionalities of facilities and 2 buildings.
- Manage leasing of facility space
- Monitor facility to ensure that it remains safe, secure, and well-maintained.
- Oversee construction and renovation projects to improve efficiency and to ensure that facilities meet environmental, health, and security standards, and comply with government regulations.
- Prepare and review operational reports and schedules to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
- Accounted for building usage and organizational needs when planning maintenance activities.
- Supervised staff of 10 in day-to-day activities
Project Coordinator
Bay Atlantic University
Washington, DC
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Analyze and coordinate schedule, timeline, procurement, of product or service on per project basis.
- Guide and present summarized work for team or staff.
- May serve as point of contact for client or customer.
- Assist and communicate with manager or director with key stakeholders to determine project requirements and objectives.
- Develop or update 1-3 project plans including information such as objectives, technologies, schedules.
- Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
Night Auditor
Fairfield Inn and Suites
Washington , DC
02.2017 - 10.2020
- Ensuring customer satisfaction by scheduling wake-up-calls and other concierge activities according to guest preference
- Kept accounts in balance and ran daily reports to verify totals.
- Controlled cash and credit card payment transactions at front desk to successfully reduce errors.
- Handling customer requests and complaints and directing other employees or departments accordingly.
- Creating invoices, bills and checks for vendors, employees and contractors.
- Managing and updating all official documentation pertaining to role
- Ensuring that all end-of-day activities have been successfully executed by employees in all departments.
- Answering 100 plus calls and queries related to potential booking.
Security Guard
Westfield Wheaton Plaza
Wheaton, MD
03.2013 - 01.2017
- Patrol industrial or commercial premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, and gates.
- Monitor and authorize at least 15 entrance and departure of 100 plus employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintain security of premises.
- Answer telephone calls to take messages, answer questions, and provide information during non-business hours or when switchboard is closed.
- Operate detecting devices to screen individuals and prevent passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
- Call police or fire departments in cases of emergency, such as fire or presence of unauthorized persons.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Woodson H.D. SHS
Washington, DC06.2011
Skills
- Networking Protocol/Routing protocol
- Contingency Planning (IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS) expertise
- DNS implementation HIPAA & Fed RAMP
- Incident Response/Disaster Recovery/Intrusion Detection
- Firewall management tools
- IP address structure Planning
- IT Risk Assessment
- POA&M Management
- Vulnerability Assessments
- FISMA, CMMC, CIS, NIST, FIPS, DoD, RMF
- Nessus Tenable, Web Inspect, N-map, Teams View, Skype, Google Meet, Splunk, Wireshark Software
- Microsoft Office 365
- Auditing
- Telecommunications Systems
- Windows, MAC, Linux
- Data Security
- DNS, HTTPS, VPN
- Cloud Computing, Azure, AWS
Certification
- AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Certified Authorization Professional
- Certified Medical Assistant
- CPR Certification
Timeline
Facilities Manager
Bay Atlantic University
05.2023 - 01.2024
IT Specialist
Bay Atlantic University
11.2022 - 01.2024
Project Coordinator
Bay Atlantic University
11.2022 - 05.2023
Information Security Analyst
Millennium Consortium
11.2020 - Current
Night Auditor
Fairfield Inn and Suites
02.2017 - 10.2020
Security Guard
Westfield Wheaton Plaza
03.2013 - 01.2017
High School Diploma -
Woodson H.D. SHS
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