Richard E. Simmons
Network Security Analyst
Katy,TX
Summary
5751 Greenhouse rd Unit 1332, Katy, TX, United States
S U MMA R Y
Richard is an energetic and passionate Computer Systems Networking graduate with a focus on Cyber Security. He seeks to leverage his knowledge at a Cyber Security company where he can continue to learn hands-on.
E DU C AT ION
Houston Community College – Computer Systems Networking & Cyber Security (2017 – 2020)
Energetic, passionate, and eager to display my skills having earned an AAS in Computer Systems Networking & Cyber Security graduate from Houston Community College. Record of excellence having placed 20th in my class in the 2020 National Cyber League Competition. Looking to leverage the knowledge and skills gained from college in a career as a Cyber Security Analyst.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
U.S Army
El Paso , TX
2009.08 - 2020.04
- Directed day-to-day operations focused on attainment of key readiness metrics, continuous improvement initiatives of 26-member team with related direct reports to management
- Provided complex technical assistance to vendors and other organizations on regulations, rules, policy, and standards Support Performance Management including low performance management and disciplinary measures.
- Support quarterly readiness and estimate pacing routines, ensuring accurate and timely reporting Work to establish Company and personal goals; provide performance and developmental feedback including performance appraisals of managers.
- Organized and managed service scheduling for over 42 million dollars of DoD equipment.
- Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain efficiency and responsiveness to demands.
- Facilitated the shipping and transporting of DoD personnel and equipment during deployment operations.
- Maintained a superior grade of 100% with zero deficiencies, during six consecutive quarterly Environmental Compliance logistical inspections.
Education
Associate of Science - Computer Systems Networking / Cyber Security
Houston Community College
Houston, TX Sep 2017 - May 2020
Skills
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Accomplishments
- C OMP UTER SY S T E MS NE T WOR K ING & IMF OR MAT ION S ECUR IT Y S K IL L S A ND E XPER IE NC E Microsoft VMware vSphere 6.7: Installation, Configure and Manage an ESX Server- Beginner Securing pfSense Firewall - - InfoSec Labs Implementing NAT and allowing Remote Access - InfoSec Labs Implementing Security Policies on Windows and Linux - InfoSec Labs Breaking WEP and WPA and Decrypting the traffic - InfoSec Labs Deep Packet Analysis using Wireshark and Network Minor - InfoSec Labs Network Policy Group mapping - NICE Challenge Labs Computer Systems Forensics - Removing infected files and maintain file integrity - NICE Challenge Labs Security Administrator - Monitoring and reporting Domain Controller host and Dev-Web host updates.
- Splunk Enterprise (SIEM)- Log analysis, Identifying threat actors Install and Configure Network Load Balancing - Comp TIA Security+ lab Configuring IDS and honeypots - Comp TIA Security+ lab.
Work Availability
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Additional Information
- MIL L ITA R Y H ONOR S , Army Commendation Medal (2) Army Achievement Medal (3) National Defense Medal Global War on Terrorism Service Medal Korea Defense Service Medal Overseas Service Medal
- Application and Security - Beginner , Open Source Intelligence - National Cyber league Enumeration and Exploitation - National Cyber league
Quote
He who is not courageous enough to take risks will accomplish nothing in life.
Muhammad Ali
Timeline
Operations Manager
U.S Army
2009.08 - 2020.04
Associate of Science - Computer Systems Networking / Cyber Security
Houston Community College
Sep 2017 - May 2020