Russell Kerr
Information Security Analyst
Fort Wayne,IN
Summary
Information Security Specialist with passion for aligning security architecture plans and processes with security standards and business goals. Extensive experience developing and testing security framework for cloud/on-prem hybrid environments. Computer security professional with 10 years of progressive experience in manufacturing industry. Demonstrated skill identifying business risks and compliance issues and designing proactive solutions. Background designing and implementing layered network security approaches for a Fortune 200 company.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Information Security Analyst
Steel Dynamics
Fort Wayne, Indiana
06.2019 - Current
- Monitored use of data files and regulated access to protect secure information.
- Conducted security audits to identify vulnerabilities on over 10,000 endpoints.
- Monitored user login reports to detect compromised accounts rapidly.
- Researched and developed new computer forensic tools.
- Drafted security reports and metrics to track security performance and strategize improvements.
- Investigated and resolved incidents of unauthorized access to sensitive information including several severity two incidents and one severity one incident.
- Engineered, maintained and repaired security systems.
- Worked with 15 other divisional teams to enforce security of applications and systems.
- Developed, tested and implemented security policies, plans and procedures for organizational protection.
- Educated and trained over 7,500 users on information security policies and procedures monthly.
- Reviewed violations of computer security procedures and developed mitigation plans.
- Implemented security measures to reduce threats and damage related to cyber-attacks.
- Analyzed network traffic and system logs to detect malicious activities.
- Performed risk analyses to identify appropriate security countermeasures.
- Encrypted data and erected firewalls to protect confidential information.
- Recommend improvements in security systems and procedures.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
Service Desk Technician
Omnisource
Fort Wayne, Indiana
12.2012 - 06.2019
- Explained technical information in clear terms to non-technical individuals to promote better understanding.
- Provided IT support to over 3,000 non-technical internal users through desk side support services.
- Installed, modified, and repaired software and hardware to resolve technical issues.
- Configured hardware, devices, and software to set up work stations for employees.
- Responded to support requests from end-users and patiently walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
- Provided on-call support for critical issues.
- Analyzed issues to identify troubleshooting methods needed for quick remediation.
- Walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
- Suggested software and hardware modifications to reduce lag time and improve overall speed.
- Assisted with updating technical support best practices for use by team.
- Researched product and issue resolution tactics to address customer concerns.
- Monitored systems in operation and quickly troubleshot errors.
- Configured hardware and granted system permissions to new employees.
- Documented support interactions for future reference.
Education
MBA - Information Technology Management
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN 01.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Information Systems
Indiana Institute of Technology
Fort Wayne, IN 08.2009 - 12.2017
Skills
Data security
Designing security controls
Implementing security programs
Developing security plans
Critical thinking skills
Deductive reasoning skills
Written Communication
Flexible and Adaptable
Teamwork and Collaboration
Teambuilding
Attention to Detail
Timeline
MBA - Information Technology Management
Indiana Wesleyan University
01.2022 - Current
Information Security Analyst
Steel Dynamics
06.2019 - Current
Service Desk Technician
Omnisource
12.2012 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Information Systems
Indiana Institute of Technology
08.2009 - 12.2017