Hi, I’m
Rashad Abdul-Azeem
Security Risk And Compliance Consultant
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Trusted Cyber Security Assessor with more than 20 years protecting companies against both internal and external threats. Talented at preemptively detecting unidentified threat vectors and applying preventive measures to mitigate security flaws. Employs risk assessments, technological solutions and personnel training to harden both people and machines against malicious actors.
Overview
21
years of professional experience
Work History
CDC - Graham Tech
Information Security Risk and Compliance
06.2023 - 10.2024
Job overview
- Established Security Assessment and Accreditation for critical CDC systems to include; Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), Privacy Impact Analysis, Vulnerability Management, Risk Assessments. Included over 30 critical systems at CDC such as Crowdstrike, Palo Alto and FOIA. Included DAST/SAST, Nessus, and Fortify scanning, for deeper remediation and risk analysis.
- Assisted with security change and exception requests, working efficiently and productively with all team members and offices to maintain consistent security and business goals.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
TECHINETICS LLC
Security Risk And Compliance Consultant
01.2015 - Current
Job overview
- Adeptly manage and operate an information systems management company that addresses new and emerging technology and security concerns and issues
- Expertly create and employ a multi-solution, periodic, security system designed to provide effective in-depth defense inside an average budget
- Ensure Service delivery, proficient in end to end service delivery for stakeholders, make recommendations and provide leadership in the Cybersecurity space
- Selected Contributions:
- Efficiently provides multi-security solutions including vulnerability scanning, SIEM monitoring, full packet capture, network monitoring, security policies and design, compliance, and analyst support for independent busineses
- Skillfully provided consulting services by collaborating with stakeholders to provide specific time budget and scope sensitive service deliverables for multiple customers
- Provide vulnerability scanning, remediation and security recommendations for SecureXperts; a industry leader in the evaluation of cyber security posture for cyber-physical systems used in critical infrastructure protection
- Complete monthly in-depth vulnerability and Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) scans for multiple corporate firms
- Provide complete security documentation procedures and guidelines for executive leadership
- Implemented improvement initiatives and developed compliance testing program to monitor and identify gaps in new and existing practices.
Edward Jones - CBIZ Network SolutionsMacon, GA
Information Technology Service Engineer
01.2011 - Current
Job overview
- Skillfully perform critical deployment configurations, installations and maintenance for security and network appliances
- Utilize Information Technology Service Management Software (ITSM) to ensure customer service thresholds and response times are met
- Deploy testing and troubleshooting tools through the use of network analyzers, network management and monitoring software, network diagnostic equipment
- Diagnose and locates network problems and outages, disassembles and inspects devices, components, assemblies, and parts for repair or replacement.
- Executed troubleshooting and server support in both in-person and remote situations.
- Provided secondary training to personnel struggling with technological tools and systems.
- Monitored ongoing technical compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
IHS Markit, Global Research And Technology FirmWarner Robins, GA
Data Sustainment Specialist
01.2009 - 01.2011
Job overview
- Deftly provided environmental and hazardous materials information to an IHS Electronics Database on behalf of several customers including Sony, Hitachi, Samsung, and Honeywell
- Utilized proprietary tools to engage with clients, track communications and deliver results.
- Input critical information for Air Force PCMS database
- Expertise in capturing essential Air Force TO and HAZMAT information
- Selected Contributions:
- Proficient use of software programs to ensure quality data construction, validation, and storage.
- Reported project status, adhered to key timelines and milestones, identified data gaps and facilitated collaboration between operational and technical teams.
UNITED STATES AIR FORCEClinton, MD
Senior Cybersecurity Engineer
01.2005 - 01.2007
Job overview
- Oversaw and maintained a $22 million systems control facility
- Provided superior quality communications and computer services to the President of the United States, the Vice President, Cabinet Secretaries, Office of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Combatant Commanders, the Pentagon, and global DoD network customers
- Selected Contributions:
- Engineered cybersecurity training lab for incoming personnel
- Ensured security standards compliance in LAN, WAN, IDNX, SONET, Cisco Systems, ATM Switches, timing sources, NIPRNET, and SIPRNET systems.
- Applied leading theories and concepts to development, maintenance and implementation of information security standards, procedures and guidelines.
- Represented company's technical security interests to partners to provide bi-directional flow of technical information and best practices in information security.
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
Cybersecurity Site Manager
01.2004 - 01.2005
Job overview
- Coordinated site-to-site project installations, upgrades and maintenance with the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), government, and associated commercial vendors.
- Performed weekly executive briefings, coordinated site investigations, documented and escalated to executive teams.
- Effectively employed WAN systems security, and quality assurance
- Supervised all technology upgrades in for SCIF (Secure Compartmented Information Facility)
- Analyzed, diagnosed and repaired over 500 international telecommunications circuits
- Additional IT and systems operations experience with the United States Air Force 2001 to 2004.
Education
University of Maryland University CollegeCollege Park, MD
Bachelors of Science from Management Information Systems
Community College of The Air Force
Associate of Science from Electronic Systems Technology
Membership & Certifications
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) (Provisional Pass)
Information Systems Security Association (ISSA)
CMMC Provisional Instructor/Assessor Certification (in process)
Previous AWS Certified Solutions Architect 2017-2019
Skills
Teamwork and Collaboration
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkWork Location
RemoteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceFlexible work hoursTeam Building / Company RetreatsPersonal development programsWork from home optionCompany CultureAffiliations
- Information Systems Security Association - ISSA
Timeline
Information Security Risk and Compliance
CDC - Graham Tech
06.2023 - 10.2024
Security Risk And Compliance Consultant
TECHINETICS LLC
01.2015 - Current
Information Technology Service Engineer
Edward Jones - CBIZ Network Solutions
01.2011 - Current
Data Sustainment Specialist
IHS Markit, Global Research And Technology Firm
01.2009 - 01.2011
Senior Cybersecurity Engineer
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
01.2005 - 01.2007
Cybersecurity Site Manager
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
01.2004 - 01.2005
University of Maryland University College
Bachelors of Science from Management Information Systems
Community College of The Air Force
Associate of Science from Electronic Systems Technology
Membership & Certifications
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) (Provisional Pass)
Information Systems Security Association (ISSA)
CMMC Provisional Instructor/Assessor Certification (in process)
Previous AWS Certified Solutions Architect 2017-2019
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