Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
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Scott Zimmerman

Cyber Security
Dayton,Ohio

Summary

Results-driven IT professional with notable success in planning, analysis and implementation of security initiatives. Strengths in providing comprehensive network design and security frameworks. Certified in Information Security (Security+).

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cyber Security Specialist

Trustpar LLC
01.2020 - Current
  • Performed all duties and responsibilities of a System Administrator, including maintaining and updating servers, researching new tools and software, implementing various software and operating systems, and ensuring networks and endpoints remained safe and up to date.
  • Monitored confidential company data and mitigated hacking through network systems updates.
  • Recommend improvements in security systems and procedures.
  • Designed, developed, and deployed various security measures across multiple networks and environments.
  • Performed risk analyses to identify appropriate security countermeasures.
  • Developed plans to safeguard computer files against modification, destruction, or disclosure.
  • Conducted security audits to identify vulnerabilities.
  • Monitored computer virus reports to determine when to update virus protection systems.
  • Reviewed violations of computer security procedures and developed mitigation plans.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Resident Leader

Monday Community Correctional
09.2015 - 12.2020
  • Conducted investigations, interviews, and search procedures in accordance with stipulated DRC guidelines and facility policy,
  • Interacted with offenders of various felony and criminality levels, as designated by the Ohio Court System and ORAS (Ohio Risk Assessment System).
  • Facilitated daily safety and security procedures, including but not limited to: urinalysis, strip searches, pat down searches, shake down searches, grounds investigation, security checks, and basic facility maintenance.
  • Conducted and complete regular and routine report creation in accordance with facility and DRC guidelines for audit and legal purposes, and observe all procedural specifications.
  • Interacted with confidential information and maintained information security and practices at the highest level.

Sales Consultant

The Cellular Connection
04.2015 - 09.2015
  • Used consultative sales techniques to understand customer needs and recommend relevant products and services.
  • Provided sales and customer service assistance to walk-in traffic
  • Responded to telephone and in-person requests for information.
  • Followed up with existing customers to provide additional support and address concerns.
  • Evaluated customer purchase requirements and recommended best-fit company offerings.
  • Increased sales by fostering relationships with customers, implementing business strategies and suggesting areas for improvement.
  • Maximized customer retention by resolving issues quickly.

Host

Olive Garden
10.2013 - 04.2015
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
  • Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Monitored seating area and checked restrooms regularly to keep spotless.
  • Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
  • Assisted managers with quickly resolving service- and food-related issues.
  • Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.

Student Employee

Ohio University
05.2012 - 05.2013
  • Balanced academic and work requirements to continue building diverse knowledge base.
  • Monitored and maintained cleanliness of facilities and machines.
  • Provided customer service by interacting directly with students and addressing student concerns.
  • Received recognition multiple times for excellent work ethic, timeliness, and quality of completed tasks.
  • Excelled in a team-based environment where employees were required to work together.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - History

Ohio University
Athens, OH
05.2013

Skills

  • Risk Assessment
  • Security Metrics
  • Information Governance
  • Procedure Documentation
  • Security Planning
  • Information Protection
  • Server Virtualization: Hyper-V and VMware
  • OS Installation, Maintenance, and Upgrade
  • Software Research and Deployment

Accomplishments

  • Developed and deployed multiple network defense frameworks utilizing varied security software.
  • Recommended and set up multiple customers with various new security products after thorough analysis of security gaps.

Certification

CompTIA Security+ - 2022

Timeline

Cyber Security Specialist

Trustpar LLC
01.2020 - Current

Resident Leader

Monday Community Correctional
09.2015 - 12.2020

Sales Consultant

The Cellular Connection
04.2015 - 09.2015

Host

Olive Garden
10.2013 - 04.2015

Student Employee

Ohio University
05.2012 - 05.2013

Bachelor of Arts - History

Ohio University
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