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Mason Phinney

Camden Wyoming,Delaware

Summary

Versatile professional with a strong background in cybersecurity and IT, complemented by leadership experience. Proven track record in overseeing and analyzing the performance of complex equipment, identifying and resolving technical issues, and leading teams to achieve operational excellence. Proficient in various cybersecurity practices, including defense in depth, monitoring, and threat detection. Demonstrated ability to train and mentor staff, coordinate projects, and communicate effectively with stakeholders. Committed to integrating security principles into all aspects of work to ensure the protection and availability of organizational assets.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Amazon Robotics Team Lead

Amazon
04.2020 - 01.2022
  • Oversaw, monitored and analyzed a fleet large of Amazon Robotics equipment performance using various software solutions.
  • Identified, diagnosed, and resolved issues with Amazon Robotics equipment, ensuring minimal operational downtime using software and hardware troubleshooting.
  • Compiled daily reports, highlighting equipment efficiency, failures, repairs, and downtime metrics for over 500 Amazon Robotics drives.
  • Mentored and onboarded new team members, emphasizing safe and proficient use of software, tools and equipment.
  • Facilitated and led weekly review meetings for a team of over 12 people, fostering team collaboration, ensuring alignment with project milestones, and driving continuous improvement through actionable feedback.
  • Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, ensuring seamless integration of Robotics equipment with broader operational systems, optimizing overall workflow.
  • Created and maintained up-to-date knowledge base and documentation system, ensuring quick access to troubleshooting procedures and reducing issue resolution time by 15% quarterly.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity and Information Assurance

Western Governor's University
Salt Lake City, UT
09.2023

Skills

  • Network Administration: Network protocols, topologies, firewall, switches/bridges/hubs, LAND/WAN, and systems configuration
  • Python/Bash: Task automation, data manipulation, scripting for cybersecurity POC's and general task
  • Active Directory: User and group management, permissions, and access control
  • Linux Administration: system configuration, hardening practices, and automation across various distributions
  • Virtualization/Cloud: Environment setup, resource optimization, configuration testing and deployment
  • SIEM/EDR Solutions: Monitoring, Configuration, Anomaly Detection, and Incident Response
  • Digital Forensics: Data extraction, analysis techniques, evidence handling/chain of custody
  • Project Management: IT project coordination, workflow optimization, change request and stakeholder communication
  • Penetration Testing/Vulnerability Management: Controlled environment testing, vulnerability identification, and mitigation/remediation strategies

Certification

  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
  • ISC2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
  • ISC2 Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
  • CompTIA CySA+
  • CompTIA PenTest+
  • CompTIA Project+
  • CompTIA A+
  • ITIL4 V3 Foundation
  • Linux Professional Institute - Linux Essentials

Timeline

Amazon Robotics Team Lead

Amazon
04.2020 - 01.2022

Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity and Information Assurance

Western Governor's University
Mason Phinney