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Overview
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Education
Skills
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RELEVANT SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
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Paul Brutus

Fort Belvoir,VA

Summary

Dynamic Information Technology Specialist with the US Army, skilled in cybersecurity and network management. Expertly implemented PKI systems and conducted vulnerability assessments, enhancing security posture. Proven ability in incident response and risk management, complemented by strong technical support and communication skills, ensuring operational continuity and compliance with DoD standards.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Information Technology Specialist

US Army
Fort Belvoir, VA
03.2021 - Current
  • Applied security testing tools and principles to conduct vulnerability assessments and basic risk analysis, ensuring compliance with DOD and IC security policies.
  • Developed, implemented, and maintained PKI systems, including certificate issuance, revocation, lifecycle management, and incident response.
  • Utilized tools such as Palo Alto firewalls for network security, ensuring seamless access and data protection while adhering to DISA Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) standards.
  • Contributed to the secure configuration management of various systems and supported system hardening and secure deployment practices.
  • Managed and analyzed network logs to identify potential vulnerabilities, providing actionable intelligence for incident mitigation and ensuring timely patch application.
  • Supported systems and network security with the integration of Identity and Access Management (IAM) controls for enhanced user authentication and authorization.
  • Assisted in disaster recovery planning and performed tests to ensure the continuity of operations, minimizing downtime during security incidents.

Network Infrastructure Engineer

U.S. Army (AKIMA)
Fort Belvoir, VA
03.2021 - 01.2023
  • Installed, configured, and managed network devices, including Cisco routers, Palo Alto firewalls, and F5 load balancers, ensuring secure, optimized performance across multiple network environments.
  • Performed vulnerability scanning, remediation, and compliance checks on system infrastructure, aligning with DoD Risk Management Framework and NIST 800.53 standards.
  • Conducted detailed documentation of network configurations, fault analyses, and troubleshooting procedures to enhance operational continuity and support compliance requirements.
  • Managed security incident response for network breaches, collaborating with internal teams to identify root causes and mitigate risks associated with exposure.

Education

Master of Science - Cybersecurity

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
06-2027

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

Purdue Global University
West Lafayette, IN
02.2024

U.S Army Information Technology Specialist (25B) -

Fort Eisenhower Signal School
Augusta, GA
02.2021

Skills

  • Network installation and configuration
  • Cybersecurity expertise
  • Technical support proficiency
  • Information security management
  • Active directory administration
  • Device configuration skills
  • End-user support excellence
  • IT risk management strategies
  • Vulnerability scanning tools

Certification

  • CompTIA Security X 2023-2026 COMPO001021911982
  • CompTIA Security+ 2024-2027 COMPO001021911982
  • CompTIA Pentest+ 2024-2027
  • EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker 2024-2027

RELEVANT SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

  • Cybersecurity & Vulnerability Management
  • Strong experience identifying and mitigating system vulnerabilities in compliance with NIST 800.53 and ICD 503/507 guidelines.
  • Proficient in using NESSUS vulnerability scanning tools to identify and report vulnerabilities across multiple systems and networks.
  • Experience in patch management and applying relevant IAVAs (Information Assurance Vulnerability Alerts) and IAVBs (Information Assurance Vulnerability Bulletins) to secure systems and networks.
  • Skilled in performing data collection and analytics using User Activity Monitoring tools for identifying security threats and mitigating risks.
  • Experience working with McAfee endpoint protection and configuring security tools to safeguard critical systems.
  • Incident Response & System Security
  • Conducted incident response, threat mitigation, and remediation for vulnerabilities and zero-day threats in voice and data networks.
  • Supported security software testing and troubleshooting to ensure optimal response to security incidents and compliance with DoD Risk Management Framework.
  • Communication & Client Engagement
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to interact with business leaders, stakeholders, and senior executives to establish and maintain a high level of trust and confidence.
  • Led collaboration efforts for system security assessments, vulnerability scans, and remediation tasks with cross-functional teams, ensuring timely resolution of security issues.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Information Technology Specialist

US Army
03.2021 - Current

Network Infrastructure Engineer

U.S. Army (AKIMA)
03.2021 - 01.2023

Master of Science - Cybersecurity

Liberty University

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

Purdue Global University

U.S Army Information Technology Specialist (25B) -

Fort Eisenhower Signal School

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