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Education
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Stephanie Dorce

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Stephanie Dorce

Summary

Cybersecurity Professional and U.S. Navy Veteran with 8 years of service with experience in network security, risk management, and incident response. Skilled in developing security policies, ensuring compliance (HIPAA, GDPR) and leading training programs. Adept at threat analysis mitigation and safeguarding sensitive data. Proven leader with hands-on crisis management experience. Active Secret clearance.

Overview

8
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

United States Navy

Leading Petty Officer (Senior Manager)
03.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Enforced security policies ensuring compliance with HIPAA, GDPR, and DoD protocols, achieving zero security breaches across 200 classified assets
  • Designed and delivered hands-on weapons deployment training to over 50 personnel, improving competency levels by 5% through performance-based assessments
  • Maintained strict security protocols while handling classified information, mitigating the risk of unauthorized access or disclosure.
  • Collaborated with fellow instructors to refine curriculum content, resulting in improved learning outcomes.
  • Chaired 10 Master Training Specialist final Board and provided 30 hours of training resulting in ten qualifications.

United States Navy, USS Higgins

Combat Information Center Watch Officer
01.2020 - 03.2022

Job overview

  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills by quickly determining appropriate courses of action under pressure during critical incidents.
  • Led a 40-member team through 30 complex sea operations ensuring safe navigation and mission success
  • Anticipated potential challenges with proactive assessments of current trends in geopolitical landscape and threat intelligence sources.
  • Partnered closely with other departments to ensure timely sharing of pertinent information related to area security or emergency management.
  • Supervised critical operations and constructive exercises achieving a 96 percent certification score for tactical readiness
  • Spearheaded a mentor program, improving sailor morale and career progression through a 95% increase in mentor-protégé relationships

United States Navy, USS Green Bay

Combat Information Center Supervisor
05.2016 - 01.2020

Job overview

  • Coordinated over 80 real-time operations in a combat information center, analyzing and mitigating operational threats to ensure mission success and personnel safety
  • Managed cryptographic materials, maintaining operational security and ensuring reliable secure communications
  • Executed 272 hours of flight operations ensuring the safety and preparedness of pilots and crew, as Sea Combat Air Controller
  • Accumulated 300 hours of surface threat detection and analysis, resulting in Green Bay's safe navigation as Surface Detector Tracker
  • Developed comprehensive knowledge of shipboard systems, becoming a trusted resource for technical expertise among peers

Education

University of Maryland Global Campus

Bachelor of Science from Computer Network & Cybersecurity
08.2024

University Overview

Skills

  • Network Security
  • Incident Response
  • Compliance Management
  • Security Tool Utilization
  • Attention to Detail
  • Threat Analysis
  • Crisis Risk Management
  • Troubleshooting
  • Cyber Assessment
  • Facilitator/Trainer

Certification

  • Master Training Specialist, U.S. Navy | Navy Education Training Command, 06/01/23
  • CompTIA Sec+, 02/01/24

Projects

Projects
AWS Security Implementation, Installed and configured AWS EC2 instances, securing cloud environments by setting up security groups, key pairs, and optimizing for performance and cost efficiency., Ensured compliance with AWS security best practices by implementing IAM roles and secure authentication protocols. Vulnerability Assessment Using Kali Linux, Performed vulnerability assessments using Kali Linux tools such as Zenmap and OpenVAS, generating detailed reports on system vulnerabilities and providing recommendations for mitigation., Identified and reported critical vulnerabilities that were resolved, improving system security posture. Penetration Testing, Conducted penetration tests using SSH open port scanning and John the Ripper to exploit vulnerabilities and improve organizational cybersecurity defenses., Provided actionable insights that reduced attack surfaces and enhanced system security. Windows 10 Security Hardening, Developed and demonstrated proof of concept for Windows 10 installation and security hardening, focusing on system compatibility and performance optimizations., Implemented security features such as encryption and access control, ensuring compliance with organizational security policies.

Accomplishments

Accomplishments
  • Leadership and Team Development : Led a team of 25+ personnel in daily operations, resulting in a 15% increase in productivity and mission readiness through enhanced coordination and training.
  • Systems Management : Managed cryptographic materials and secure communications for sensitive operations, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of critical information.
  • Communication and Reporting : Maintained clear and effective communication channels with senior leadership, ensuring accurate reporting on mission status, personnel issues, and operational readiness.
  • Operational Excellence : Directed the successful completion of 100+ critical missions, maintaining 100% operational readiness and safety standards, while minimizing errors in high-pressure environments.

Languages

Haitian Creole
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working

Timeline

Leading Petty Officer (Senior Manager)
United States Navy
03.2022 - Current
Combat Information Center Watch Officer
United States Navy, USS Higgins
01.2020 - 03.2022
Combat Information Center Supervisor
United States Navy, USS Green Bay
05.2016 - 01.2020
University of Maryland Global Campus
Bachelor of Science from Computer Network & Cybersecurity

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