Larry Flunory
Cyber Security Specialist
New York
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented IT Professional with foundational knowledge in managing and maintaining secure IT infrastructures. I am a Red Hat Certified Systems Administrator (RHCSA), with certifications from CompTIA in Security+ and Network+, with proven expertise in system installation, configuration, and administration. Skilled in utilizing tools such as Ansible, SPLUNK, and for automation and monitoring. Experienced in implementing NIST 800-53 security controls and ensuring compliance with federal IT standards. Adept at risk assessment, data analysis, and resolving complex technical issues while maintaining optimal system performance. Strong collaborator with a focus on enhancing IT operations and supporting organizational objectives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2023
2023
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (INFOSEC) - GS-9
Social Security Administration
09.2023 - Current
- Oversaw compliance efforts for information systems across 8 states and over 40 government agencies, ensuring adherence to federal policies, standards, and regulations including NIST 800-53, FISMA, and FedRAMP
- Conducted risk assessments and compliance reviews for government agencies’ information systems to identify vulnerabilities and verify adherence to federal policies, regulations, and standards, reducing security risks and ensuring operational integrity.
- Generated Security Assessment Reports (SARs) and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) to clearly document system compliance status and outline prioritized risk mitigation strategies, enabling leadership to make informed decisions and maintain adherence to federal security requirements.
- Coordinated with stakeholders across multiple agencies, providing guidance and defining requirements to ensure successful completion of security assessments and compliance objectives.
- Reviewed and assessed vendor security documentation to ensure third-party compliance with internal and external standards.
- Supported audit preparations by gathering evidence, documenting processes, and facilitating auditor communications.
Onsite HP Support Technician
Hemmersbach
04.2023 - 08.2023
- Provided technical support for hardware and software issues throughout the NY metropolitan area on HP desktops, laptops, and peripherals, swiftly resolving problems to minimize downtime and maintain productivity for end users. maintain productivity for end-users
- Diagnosed and resolved system performance issues, including operating system errors, driver conflicts, and hardware failures.
- Conducted hardware replacements and upgrades, such as hard drives, memory, and power supplies, ensuring equipment optimization.
Information Technology Specialist
United States ARMY
04.2015 - 03.2019
- In-processed 100–150 soldiers annually by ensuring acknowledgement of the Department of Defense Acceptable Use Policy, facilitating required training, creating user accounts in Active Directory, and mapping appropriate shared drive folders and printers to enable mission readiness.
- Led the deployment of 80 new laptops by installing and configuring a standardized system image via PXE boot to replace devices running obsolete OS slated for phase-out, ensuring compliance, consistent performance, and minimal downtime during the transition.
- Communicated with soldiers in person and via telephone to diagnose hardware and software issues, documenting and escalating unresolved problems through the ticketing system to Level 2 technicians, ensuring timely resolution and minimizing disruptions to mission-critical operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Long Island University
Brooklyn, NYSkills
Microsoft 365 Administration
Active Directory
Desktop Migration
Network Troubleshooting
undefinedCertification
RedHat Certified Systems Administrator (RHCSA)
Timeline
IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (INFOSEC) - GS-9
Social Security Administration
09.2023 - Current
Onsite HP Support Technician
Hemmersbach
04.2023 - 08.2023
Information Technology Specialist
United States ARMY
04.2015 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Long Island University
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