Stephan Cathcart

• Inspected changes before client performed user acceptance testing.
• Loaded baseline security data to client databases.
• Performed various tests on processes and prepared documents.
• Created statistical reporting policies and procedures currently serving as optimal performance benchmarks.
• Ensured regulatory compliance across all implemented systems by diligently reviewing relevant guidelines and legislation throughout project stages.
• Delivered comprehensive training programs for end-users, facilitating smooth adoption of new technology systems.

Active Security Clearance: Top Secrete/SCI

• Supervised, planned and executed the installation, operation, and maintenance of all signal support systems including local and wide area networks.
• Responsible for network integration using radio, wire, satellite and battlefield automated systems.
• Directed unit signal training and provided technical assistance.
• Developed and executed communications security management (COSMEC) polices and guidelines within the Battalion; managed automation setup.

• Guided organizational technology strategy and roadmaps.
• Adjusted project plans to account for dynamic targets, staffing changes and operational specifications.
• Built, customized and repaired technology based on staff requests.
• Maintained camera and physical security systems.
• Wrote policy, procedure and manuals governing internal IT use.
• Conferred with executives to advise and plan for short-term and long-term IT system upgrade needs.
• Oversaw IT department operations and training.
• Interviewed, hired, trained and mentored IT staff by coaching daily, leading performance reviews and offering constructive feedback.
• Played key role in on-going network design, reevaluation and optimization to keep pace with company growth.

• Managed all aspects of Information Systems (IS), data availability, integrity, authentication, confidentiality, and non repudiation.
• Implemented and monitored security measures for communication systems, networks, and provided advice that systems and personnel adhere to established security standards and Governmental requirements for security on these systems.
• Developed and executed Government approved security policies, plans, and procedures; designed and implemented data network security measures.
• Conducted vulnerability assessments and carried out penetration tests.
• Performed social engineering tests and analyzes technical security weaknesses. - Researched and maintained proficiency tools, techniques, countermeasures, and trends in computer and network vulnerabilities, data hiding, and encryption.
• Developed tools, techniques, training, and countermeasures for computer and network vulnerabilities, data hiding, and encryption.

• Responsible for capture, storage, and dissemination of EO/IR-FMV, SAR and wide area mapping image (WAMI) data resulting from UAS collection operations.
• This included testing and troubleshooting network connectivity between launch and recovery site and ISR cell computers.
• Maintained data servers, assisted in GCS network issues, and network connections for satellite uplink.

• Ensured the organization complied with federal security standards such as NIST 800-171, DFARS 252, HIPPA and all other applicable DoD Federal Security Requirements.
• Provided security services in support of IT Office operations through the implementation of a risk management framework that included: establishing technical security controls, providing continuous monitoring, conducting cyclical vulnerability testing, overseeing security assessments and authorizations, responding to network security incidents, and documenting incident responses.

• Served as the subject matter expert for laptop, desktop, printer, network connectivity, and system performance for both local and remote employees.
• Responsible for interacting with site functional department staff to asses IT need and deliver optimal solutions.
• In addition, oversaw and allocated work amongst the IT Support team.

• Ensured the continued operation of Information Technology infrastructure and services in alignment with the business objectives of the organization.
• Responsible for providing IT support to staff, fully handle all desktop support tasks, as well as providing administrative direction and support for daily operational activities.
• Worked closely with IT Support Lead, and Director in order to identify, recommend, develop and support cost-effective technology solutions for all aspects of the organization.
• Managed the deployment, monitoring, maintenance and support of all IT systems, including servers, PCs, operating systems, hardware, software, and IT inventory.
• Oversaw provision of end-user services, including help desk and technical support services.
• Kept current with the latest technologies, and practiced asset management for IT hardware, software, and equipment.

• Delivered messages, documents, packages, and equipment to various military installations and government agencies.
• Performed miscellaneous errands, such as carrying equipment within the base and sorted incoming and outgoing mail, obtained receipts for articles delivered and kept a log of items received and delivered, or delivered items to offices and departments within an establishment.
• Assisted the IUID specialist in inventory and inputted transactions into COLTS.
• Supported safe operations of warehouse order fulfillment and restocking by securing items on pallets and shelves.
• Loaded and unloaded items from and to shipping containers and vessels.