Nicole Skodack
Godley,TX
Summary
Dynamic Information Systems Security Manager with extensive experience at Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, adept at cybersecurity policy development and compliance auditing. Proven track record in achieving multiple ATOs and enhancing security posture through effective incident response and employee training. Strong communicator and collaborator, committed to safeguarding data integrity and organizational security.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Information Systems Security Manager
Lockheed Martin Aeronautics
Fort Worth, TX
08.2023 - Current
- Manages the development of policies and procedures for information system/security authorization boundaries to ensure reliability and accessibility, and prevent unauthorized access to systems, networks, and data.
- Manages and coordinates security controls for applications and cloud platforms to ensure target Authority to Operate (ATO) assessment and remediation requirements are met.
- Recommends compensatory and alternate security control strategies to close gaps between compliance guidance and technical solution capabilities.
- Supporting application software programs and cloud platforms that involve highly complex software development life cycles including requirements analysis, design evaluation, assessment, and implementation.
- Develops strategic IT security implementation planning and project management activities.
- Extensive experience developing and maintaining security documentation artifacts for A&A Packages including Security Control Traceability Matrix (SCTM), System Security Plan (SSP) and/or Information Assurance Standard Operating Procedures (IA SOP), Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M), and Risk Assessment Report (RAR)
Information Systems Security Manager
Raytheon
McKinney, TX
06.2021 - 08.2023
- Experience in the development and implementation of a cybersecurity program including risk management, developing system security plans and associated artifacts, identifying secure system configurations, conducting system/network audits, and remediating cyber incidents.
- Experience in the oversight and implementation of necessary controls based on the security assessment report.
- Out of three security assessments, have received two 3-year ATO's and one 2-year ATO renewal.
- Investigates information system security violations and helps to prepare reports specifying corrective and preventative actions.
- Educates and mentors employees on proper procedures to follow when they suspect attacks or security violations.
- Extensive experience developing and maintaining security documentation artifacts for A&A Packages including Security Control Traceability Matrix (SCTM), System Security Plan (SSP) and/or Information Assurance Standard Operating Procedures (IA SOP), Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M), and Risk Assessment Report (RAR)
- Experience with creating and presenting technical information to senior-level executives and customers.
- Applied cybersecurity best practices to information system standards, directives, and guidance for personnel, monitoring compliance across the organization.
- Collaborated with key personnel to verify data integrity and compliance with related regulatory guidelines and legal requirements
Intelligence Analyst
Northrop Grumman
Fort Meade, MD
10.2019 - 06.2021
- Maintained local Low-Band Sensor software to operate and interface with multiple sensors, sites, and systems.
- Supported maintenance technicians in comprehensive analysis, diagnostics and fault isolation for the SIGINT system/sensors and associated End-to-End network paths.
- SIGINT SME that provided sustainment support during system upgrades.
- Supported data encryption changes and implementation.
- Provided customer service to internal and external customers while providing technical expertise and oversight for networked environments.
- Served as the team member supporting the analysis of general network technical problems and provided recommendations and technical support in solving these problems.
- Developed and maintained relationships with internal and external customers to formulate information security governance solutions for customers.
- Produced multi-source intelligence reports and products for different agency customers.
- Assisted in creating high-level intelligence briefs for senior-level personnel.
Curriculum Developer
Department of the Air Force
San Angelo, TX
03.2019 - 07.2019
- Training development (Cryptologic operations), DAF.
- Managed curriculum materials for 45 pipeline courses for USAF, US Army, and USMC intelligence professions, conducted test item analysis and maintained the integrity of the testing system in place.
- Instructed curriculum regarding communication signals intelligence and analysis for government, producing tactical and operational SIGINT professionals.
- Provided training and awareness for security operations related to cryptographic operations.
- Teamed with subject matter experts in evaluation and revision of training tools to continually improve learning platforms.
- Collaborated with colleagues in developing benchmark lessons and identifying curriculum needs of faculty.
Federal Background Investigator
CACI
Fort Worth, TX
07.2018 - 03.2019
- Completed full background investigations for corporate clients needing pre-employment and updated screenings.
- Conducted criminal background checks, reported work history, and credit information using a variety of investigative tools while maintaining control of personally identifiable information (PII).
- Compiled findings and submitted individualized reports back to clients for employment offer determinations.
- Conducted security briefings/debriefings, tracked security documents, and reported security violations.
- Displayed excellent interpersonal, communication, computer, writing skills and a professional image while investigating subjects.
- Excellent self-starter with outstanding attention to detail.
Regulatory Compliance Coordinator
The Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders
Fort Worth, TX
03.2018 - 07.2018
- Completed and maintained regulatory documents for all pharmaceutical study personnel, including curriculum vitae.
- Performed regular compliance reviews and audits, identifying non-compliance issues.
- Addressed compliance issues by developing and implementing corrective action plans.
- Implemented effective compliance policies and procedures to meet regulatory requirements.
- Analyzed and identified risk areas to determine compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Program Specialist
Cook Children's Medical Center
Fort Worth, TX
06.2015 - 03.2018
- Collaborated with departmental staff and faculty to develop and complete necessary documentation for continuing renewals, amendments, and modifications, including the writing of consents, querying of systems to determine enrollment, and review of data safety monitoring reports.
- Provided support to patients diagnosed with mental illnesses.
- Counseled patients, assessed mental status, developed treatment plans, monitored patient progress, and maintained records of patient interactions.
- Provided quality clinical skills, medical teamwork, counseling expertise, bedside manners, effective communication, knowledge of CPR and first aid, and record keeping.
- Maintained HIPAA and PII compliance requirements for all patients and employees.
SIGINT Analyst
United States Navy (Enlisted)
06.1999 - 10.2014
- SIGINT Analysis Master Training Specialist for Center for Information Dominance Learning Site, San Diego; Managed in-person classroom training for Navy Personnel in Information Operations, cryptanalysis, traffic analysis, SIGINT Reporting, and Basic and Advanced Cryptologic Afloat Scenarios.
- Oversaw SIGINT Direct Support Operations training of 3500 personnel, creating in-depth structured training plans and developed real-world scenarios for processing, analysis, and reporting of tactical SIGINT.
- Drafted, edited for release, and finished serialized SIGINT product reports.
- Performed red team physical security assessments on 55 tenant commands and provided security-relevant recommendations to enhance the commands' overall security posture.
- Experienced in the principles and methods of exploiting communications and communication systems to identify, collect, analyze, process, and disseminate SIGINT information in accordance with established requirements and priorities.
Education
Master of Science - Cybersecurity and Information Assurance
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Maryland - University College
Adelphi, MD08.2012
Skills
- Security assessments
- Incident response
- Vulnerability management
- Compliance auditing
- Employee training
- Data integrity verification
- Stakeholder communication
- Team collaboration
- Presentation skills
- Digital forensics
- Public speaking
- Cybersecurity policy development
- Cloud security management
Certification
- CISSP
- CCSP
- CEH
- CompTIA Security+
Timeline
Information Systems Security Manager
Lockheed Martin Aeronautics
08.2023 - Current
Information Systems Security Manager
Raytheon
06.2021 - 08.2023
Intelligence Analyst
Northrop Grumman
10.2019 - 06.2021
Curriculum Developer
Department of the Air Force
03.2019 - 07.2019
Federal Background Investigator
CACI
07.2018 - 03.2019
Regulatory Compliance Coordinator
The Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders
03.2018 - 07.2018
Program Specialist
Cook Children's Medical Center
06.2015 - 03.2018
SIGINT Analyst
United States Navy (Enlisted)
06.1999 - 10.2014
Master of Science - Cybersecurity and Information Assurance
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Maryland - University College
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