Richard Kendall
Ijamsville,MD
Summary
Results-oriented Information Security Manager with robust expertise in Cyber Security, Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) processes, showcasing a strong history of effective service delivery within the technology industry.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Information Security Analyst Senior Advisor
GDIT
Fairfax, Virginia
06.2022 - Current
- Successfully obtained Authority to Operate for major FedCIV HHS Cloud System in approx. 1 year period resulting in positive Government feedback regarding my involvement.
- Involved in hands-on implementation of AWS cloud security controls
- Developed new system security plan for undocumented TSS Leveraged Support Services environment, collaborating with MST, SOC, and RDC personnel.
- Improved vulnerability risk scoring and scanning efficacy to enhance overall security posture.
Chief Information Security Officer
Recovery Point Systems, Inc.
Germantown, MD
09.2011 - 03.2022
- Successfully implemented GRC and Cybersecurity processes and functions from scratch for highly complex environment providing Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity solutions to Government and Private sector clients.
- Led the RPS NIST 800-53 control documentation and FedRAMP authorization project. solution.
Deputy Program Manager
NCI Information Systems, Inc.
Fort Meade, MD
04.2010 - 11.2010
- Served as deputy program manager for 70 FTE team 80M short-term BRAC relocation project involving the relocation of over 5000 DISA employees and contractors from 7 office buildings to a new headquarters located at Ft. Meade Maryland.
- Successfully implemented data center technologies at new data center including structured cabling, networking, AV, and server infrastructure.
Director, Services Delivery
Indigo IT, LLC
Reston, VA
09.2005 - 04.2010
- Responsible for overseeing delivery and quality of IT services to federal and private sector clients including managing a team of 17+ IT professionals across multiple Federal contracts related to IT help desk services, disaster recovery/COOP, information security, and data center support services.
- Responsible for achieving and continuously monitoring contract SLAs, KPIs, and overseeing all contract and project management related activities.
- Responsible for conducting FISMA/NIST security control assessments for multiple federal clients.
Senor Program Analyst
Milestone Group, LLC
Arlington, VA
02.2003 - 09.2005
- Responsible for managing large scale technology-based projects and services for the DoD Missile Defense Agency.
- Developed and implemented first IT Project Management Office (PMO) function.
- Successfully completed multiple highly visible projects from initiation through closure phases, including an enterprise-wide active directory migration and upgrade.
IT Operations Manager / Deputy Program Manager
Titan Corporation
Arlington, VA
03.2002 - 02.2003
- Successfully managed 20+ IT professionals overseeing web developers, network, DBA, helpdesk and Server support functions.
- Met SLA objectives for helpdesk response and incident resolution times.
- Responsible for creating and maintenance and IT Service Management policies and procedures.
Director, Enterprise IT Services
PG&E National Energy Group
Bethesda, MD
05.1993 - 06.2001
- Promoted from systems engineer to Director of Enterprise Services, managing a team of 32 IT professionals.
- Oversaw all aspects of 24/7 IT support and computing infrastructures.
- Directed design and successful relocation of data center operations, ensuring zero major impacts on business productivity.
- Managed IT and network design, deployment, and support for energy trading floor with over 100 positions.
Education
GenEd, Computer Programming in C, Pascal Programming, Technical Writing college classes
Montgomery College
Germantown, MD01.1997
Diploma - Computerized Business Systems
Computer Learning Center, Computer Vocational School
Springfield, VASkills
- NIST Cybersecurity Framework
- NIST 800-53 Rev5
- ISO 27000 Frameworks
- FedRAMP Compliance
- Cloud Security
- Vulnerability Management
- Cyber Risk Management
- Security Control Assessments
- C&A/ATO Package Creation
- Next Gen xDR/EDR Solutions
Active Certifications
- Certified Information Security Manager - CISM
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional – CISSP
- Certified Information Systems Auditor – CISA
- Project Management Professional – PMP
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner – AWS CCP
- ITIL v3 Fundamentals
Accomplishments
- Led 15+ program team over 3 year period to achieve FedRamp moderate authorization for Cloud Based IAAS system.
- Built a robust risk and compliance management program over multiple years working with senior leadership at Recovery Point Systems including CEO, COO, and chief council.
- Served as chair for cybersecurity working group for Abry companies interfacing with other Abry CISOs while serving as CISO for Recovery Point Systems.
- Authored, Designed and Implemented Compliance Audit Tracking System in Smartsheet.
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: No
Affiliations
- Volunteer at Frederick Rescue Mission mentoring and assisting the homeless
- Aspiring musician/guitarist
- Mountain biking/swimming
Timeline
Information Security Analyst Senior Advisor
GDIT
06.2022 - Current
Chief Information Security Officer
Recovery Point Systems, Inc.
09.2011 - 03.2022
Deputy Program Manager
NCI Information Systems, Inc.
04.2010 - 11.2010
Director, Services Delivery
Indigo IT, LLC
09.2005 - 04.2010
Senor Program Analyst
Milestone Group, LLC
02.2003 - 09.2005
IT Operations Manager / Deputy Program Manager
Titan Corporation
03.2002 - 02.2003
Director, Enterprise IT Services
PG&E National Energy Group
05.1993 - 06.2001
GenEd, Computer Programming in C, Pascal Programming, Technical Writing college classes
Montgomery College
Diploma - Computerized Business Systems
Computer Learning Center, Computer Vocational School