Nicholas Cordero
Information Systems Security Officer
Lancaster,CA
Summary
Information Security 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.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
2
2
Certificates
Work History
System Administrator II
Integrits
09.2023 - Current
- Implemented Stigs as well as alternative types of SCAPS, OVAL and SIEM solutions to air gaped machines
- Conducts quarterly audits ensuring air gaped machines fall under NIST, JWICS and Tempest requirements
- Implemented labeling conventions per regulatory standards
- Assisted End users with updates, software, and physical configuration of machines within a SAPF
- Conducted movement of classified documentation within regulatory standards
System Administrator
United States Army Special Operations Command
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Managed SatCom solutions to light servers within multiple countries located in the middle east
- Configured and maintained virtualization infrastructure such as Hyper-V, VMware, and Citrix, to optimize server efficiency and improve resource allocation
- Conducted extensive hardware and software testing to identify and troubleshoot system and network issues, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum system efficiency
- Configured network switches and servers utilizing taclane configurations throughout the operational theater.
- Conducted audits utilizing joint operational regulations provided by central intelligence guidelines
Materials Process Engineer
Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems
03.2022 - 07.2023
- Fabricating and assembling aircraft parts and structures according to design specifications and blueprints
- Operating and maintaining machinery, such as hydraulic presses and CNC machines, to cut and shape materials
- Evaluated finished products to ensure they meet quality standards and made adjustments as necessary
- Collaborating with design engineers to identify and resolve manufacturing concerns and improve production processes
- Maintaining a safe and organized work environment, including handling hazardous materials and complying with safety regulations.
Computer Systems Analyst
United States Cadet Corps
05.2020 - 03.2022
- Developed and fine-tuned over 100 SIEM correlation rules, dashboards, and reports to improve threat visibility and incident response for key security events impacting the organization.
- Managed the complete lifecycle of SIEM, including requirement analysis, architecture design, configuration, tuning, and maintenance, supporting a secure and compliant IT environment.
- Communicated complex computer information incidents into easy-to-understand terminology for non-technical individuals
- Performed diagnostics and testing through SIEM to keep systems working as expected
- Monitored employee tasks to gauge business functions and inefficiencies.
Systems Administrator Apprentice
Ryan Technologies LLC
09.2021 - 02.2022
- Created patches and solutions to fix bugs in existing applications
- Provided comprehensive training to internal and off-site users to optimize systems maintenance and resolve recurring issues
- Tested software remotely and onsite for server sets to maintain operational readiness
- Delivered Tier 2 and Tier 3 support for problem identification, diagnosis and issue resolution
- Worked on new images to integrate on servers within a virtual test environment.
IT Help Desk Technician
Simple Koala Studios
09.2019 - 02.2021
- Patched software and installed new versions to eliminate security problems and protect data
- Broke down and evaluated user problems, using test scripts, personal expertise and probing questions
- Installed, modified and repaired software and hardware to resolve technical issues
- Explained technical information in clear terms to promote better understanding for non-technical users
- Performed tests of functionality, security and performance of different workstations and devices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Space Studies
American Military University
05.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Cyber Security
American Military University
05.2017 - Current
Skills
Infrastructure planningVirtualizationProgram installationsSoftware change managementSystem upgrades
Regulatory Standards
TACLANE Configuration
CISCO Swtich Configuration
Application Security
DDoS Prevention
Firewall Management
Incident Response
IP Addressing and Subnetting
Incursion Tracking
Virtual Private Networks
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
System Administrator II
Integrits
09.2023 - Current
System Administrator
United States Army Special Operations Command
10.2022 - 06.2023
Materials Process Engineer
Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems
03.2022 - 07.2023
Systems Administrator Apprentice
Ryan Technologies LLC
09.2021 - 02.2022
Computer Systems Analyst
United States Cadet Corps
05.2020 - 03.2022
IT Help Desk Technician
Simple Koala Studios
09.2019 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Space Studies
American Military University
05.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Cyber Security
American Military University
05.2017 - Current
Certification
Security +
Additional Information
Active security Clearance