Stephen Kipkurui
Cyber Security Professional
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Dedicated Informational Technology professional specialized in Cybersecurity, Database Management/ Optimization, and Development with 7-years' background. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Certified in CompTIA Certifications (Security Plus CE, A+, ITF+); Fiber-Optics Installation, Slunk SIEM. Conferred Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Master's degree in Computer Science. Actively processing government security clearance.
Overview
7
7
Languages
4
4
Certifications
6
6
years of post-secondary education
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
System Administrator
Nova Terra Solutions
Topeka, KS
06.2020 - Current
- Performed daily maintenance, monitoring of malware and vulnerability scanning and initiate incident response in the event of a vulnerability.
- Managed database users Identity Access Management (IAM).
- Troubleshoot both hardware and software issues by reviewing server logs and error messages, resolving respective issue appropriately within organizational policy.
- Install and upgrade end-user and server components and software, managed virtual servers, and integrate automation processes.
- Performed cyclic database backups, scheduled maintenance and security checks ensuring SQL High Availability (HA) / Disaster Recovery (DR).
- Researched emerging market technology upgrades in both hardware and server software and recommended implementations.
IT Technical Support Specialist
United States Census Bureau
Fort Worth, TX
08.2020 - 10.2020
- Delivered Mobility Management services to over 3000 end-users-devices supporting field service.
- Remotely resolved end-users technical issues pertaining to Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Employee Identity Management (EIM) through virtual VMware Workspace One software within Department of Commerce.
- Securely monitored encrypted end-users' devices security events within Department of Commerce virtual SIEM application and escalate to tier 3 if necessary.
- Periodically deployed security patches and proprietary software updates to mobile devises remotely as well as office' IOT hardwares.
- Re-provisioned and maintained inventory of government computer devices estimated over $50 million dollars.
- Resolved online tickets from users prioritizing needs based on Agency guidelines.
- Collaborated with supervisors to escalate and address customer inquiries or technical issues.
- Facilitated on-boarding of new hires through comprehensive IT orientation stressing adherences to Zero Trust Model.
- Periodically reviewed the organization's Access Control List (ACL) guidelines for resource compliance of Active Directory Domain Service (ADDS).
- Responded to over 500 end-users IT concerns though professional phone call support.
Military Aviation Mechanic Supervisor
United States Army
01.2014 - 01.2020
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Arkansas At Pine Bluff
Pine Bluff, AR 08.2007 - 12.2011
Master of Science - Computer Science
University of Arkansas At Pine Bluff
Pine Bluff, AR 08.2012 - 12.2013
Certificate of Course Completion - Military Occupation Specialy
Army Advanced Individual Training (AIT)
Fort Rucker, AL 04.2014 - 07.2014
Skills
Cybersecurity
Affiliations
Technical Member | September 2019 to Present
Cybersecurity Association | El Paso, TX
Partner member in the establishment of the first ever West Texas Cybersecurity Association in the
greater El Paso, TX region.
Partner host to the first-ever Cybersecurity meeting in West Texas with over 300 public member
registrations.
Engaged the public on Cybersecurity challenges on weekly meetings.
Additional Information
- The Army Commendation Medal (2)
- Army Good Conduct Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
- National Defense Service Medal
Certification
Security Plus CE
Timeline
IT Technical Support Specialist
United States Census Bureau
08.2020 - 10.2020
System Administrator
Nova Terra Solutions
06.2020 - Current
Fiber Optics Installer
12-2019
Security Plus CE
10-2019
A Plus
10-2019
ITF Plus
09-2019
Certificate of Course Completion - Military Occupation Specialy
Army Advanced Individual Training (AIT)
04.2014 - 07.2014
Military Aviation Mechanic Supervisor
United States Army
01.2014 - 01.2020
Master of Science - Computer Science
University of Arkansas At Pine Bluff
08.2012 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Arkansas At Pine Bluff
08.2007 - 12.2011
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