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Roberto Navarrette

COLORADO SPRINGS,CO

Summary

Dedicated Information Technology (IT) professional and Air Force reservist with an active Top Secret security clearance and seven years of experience in cybersecurity, system administration, and network operations. Proven track record in securing DoD and private networks by identifying vulnerabilities, implementing robust endpoint security solutions, and ensuring compliance with NIST and STIG requirements. Skilled in managing Trellix/McAfee ePO, configuring C2 systems, and leading cross-functional teams in high-stakes environments. Known for exceptional problem-solving, meticulous attention to detail, and a commitment to operational excellence in dynamic, mission-critical settings.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Application Security Analyst

Marton Ts
Colorado Springs, CO
07.2024 - Current
  • Conducted application security scans using HCL AppScan on over 20 web and mobile applications, identifying more than 100 vulnerabilities (e.g., XSS, SQL injection), and reducing critical risks by 30% through targeted remediation.
  • Performed dependency scans with OWASP Dependency-Check and IQ Server, detecting outdated or vulnerable libraries, and ensuring compliance with secure software development standards.
  • Collaborated with development teams to resolve identified vulnerabilities within 30 days, opening and tracking Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) for unresolved issues.
  • Utilized Tenable to monitor security scans, generating compliance reports.
  • Managed vulnerability tracking and scan publication in GitLab, creating dashboards to monitor over 200 findings, and improving team visibility into remediation progress by 20%.
  • Conducted secure code reviews for applications using static analysis tools, providing actionable recommendations to developers to align with OWASP Top 10 standards.
  • Supported DevSecOps pipelines by integrating security scans into CI/CD processes, reducing deployment risks by 15% through automated vulnerability detection.
  • Documented security findings and mitigation strategies in compliance reports, ensuring alignment with NIST 800-53 and DoD cybersecurity policies.

Cyber Systems Administrator III

Peraton
Colorado Springs, CO
07.2022 - Current
  • Deployed and configured the Trellix Endpoint Security Suite (ePO 5.X) across test and production environments using DISA images, achieving 100% compliance with Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), and DoD configuration standards.
  • Managed Remedy Incident Management to resolve ESS/ACAS-generated tickets, create user accounts, and assist bases with compliance reports, reducing tickets.
  • Created ACAS scan zones and policies to target specific AFNet-S network segments, enabling automated vulnerability scans, and improving vulnerability identification.
  • Utilized tools like Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) to perform STIG checks, managed STIG findings, and tracked Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), ensuring Control Correlation Identifiers (CCIs) are reviewed.
  • Monitored task orders and performed Continuous Monitoring (ConMon) tasks, including system log reviews and compliance audits, to maintain the RMF package.
  • Developed and implemented patch scripting for automation using PowerShell, and Microsoft server patching deployment across AFNet-S.
  • Supported cybersecurity operations by configuring firewall rules, monitoring network traffic for anomalies, and assisting with incident response.
  • Contributed to Security Control Assessments (SCAs), mapping controls in eMASS, and aligning with NIST 800-53 and DoDI 8500.01 standards to ensure enterprise-wide compliance.

Cyber System Operations Specialist

USAF Reserves
Colorado Springs, CO
07.2019 - 07.2025
  • Managed Trellix/McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator (ePO) for 500K+ endpoints within the AFNet, deploying Endpoint Products ENS, DLP, PA, and RSD to maintain 95% compliance with daily security updates and firewall policies.
  • Configured Trellix ePO policies to block unauthorized USB and CD/DVD access, reducing data leakage risks by 40% across Air Force Information Network (AFIN) systems.
  • Performed Vulnerability Management Operations (VMO) tasks, including creating user accounts in ACAS for members to enable secure access to scan data, and generating scan policies to target specific network segments, improving compliance by 25%.
  • Assisted in Vulnerability Management Operations (VMO), reviewing ACAS scan results, and coordinating with teams to apply security patches, improving system compliance by 25%.
  • Utilized Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) to deploy Microsoft patches to Windows servers and workstations, reducing unpatched systems by 30%, and ensuring STIG compliance.
  • Provided 24/7 support for Windows Server environments, resolving over 100 issues during maintenance windows, cutting system errors by 15% to ensure operational readiness.

System Administrator

Phantom Eagle
Hampton, VA
02.2021 - 06.2022
  • Administered mission-critical C2 systems (TBMCS, MAAP-TK, GCCS-J, JADOCS) and VMware/Citrix environments, maintaining 99.8% system uptime for global operations.
  • Implemented STIG-compliant hardening for Windows Server 2012, 2016, and 2019, as well as UNIX systems, reducing vulnerabilities, as verified by Information Assurance scans.
  • Managed patch deployment via WSUS and SCCM, ensuring compliance with DoD update cycles across servers and clients.
  • Resolved trouble tickets through global AOC/C2 help desk operations, improving response time by 20% through streamlined coordination with configuration management teams.
  • Performed server snapshots and backups, and C2 software updates.

Tier 1 Help Desk Technician

GDiT
Chantilly, VA
05.2019 - 02.2020
  • Delivered Tier 1 and Tier 2 support for IT infrastructure, resolving over 200 hardware/software issues for client/server, storage, and network devices.
  • Configured and maintained UNIX and Windows systems, improving system reliability by 10% through targeted OS enhancements.
  • Managed escalation processes, achieving a 95% resolution rate for trouble tickets within SLA timelines, using Remedy.
  • Supported mobile device and network component troubleshooting, reducing downtime by 15% through proactive diagnostics.

Team Leader/Automotive Master Technician

Casey Chevrolet
Hampton , VA
08.2007 - 07.2018
  • Led a team of 5 technicians, streamlining workflows to improve service turnaround time by 25%.
  • Diagnosed and repaired complex automotive systems, maintaining a 98% customer satisfaction rate over 11 years.

Education

Associate of Science - Engineering

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Perkinston, MS
08-2007

Skills

  • Trellix ePO administration
  • ACAS vulnerability scanning
  • Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM)
  • PowerShell scripting
  • Remedy Incident Management
  • Risk Management Framework (RMF)
  • Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
  • Incident response
  • Team leadership
  • Problem solving
  • Windows Server administration
  • Risk Management Framework (RMF)

Timeline

Application Security Analyst

Marton Ts
07.2024 - Current

Cyber Systems Administrator III

Peraton
07.2022 - Current

System Administrator

Phantom Eagle
02.2021 - 06.2022

Cyber System Operations Specialist

USAF Reserves
07.2019 - 07.2025

Tier 1 Help Desk Technician

GDiT
05.2019 - 02.2020

Team Leader/Automotive Master Technician

Casey Chevrolet
08.2007 - 07.2018

Associate of Science - Engineering

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College

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