Stephen Scott
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Over 22 years’ experience in the Architectural, Design, Security, development, installation, testing, implementations, and maintenance of Local / Wide Area Networks. In the IT Security profession with a strong combination of technical ability, analytical talent, leadership skill and organizational expertise focused on achieving exceptional results in highly competitive environments that demand continuous improvement. Detail-oriented, organized, and meticulous employee. Works at fast pace to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success. Hardworking Solutions Engineer dedicated to achieving business objectives by delivering world-class service in Health Care, Tech, and Consulting industry. Established history working in collaborative teams while quickly developing good understanding of new technologies.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr Security Solutions Engineer
C1 Convergeone
06.2023 - Current
- Duties include Vulnerability Management, Pentesting, implementing advanced threat detection and response mechanisms, enhancing the organization's resilience against cyber attacks
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security compliance with industry standards and regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS)
- Implementation of the Cisco Security Suite of products including Cisco ISE, Cisco Umbrella, Cisco Stealth Watch, Cisco AMP, Cisco ESA/CES, Cisco FTD, DUO, and Secure-X.
- Designed and prepared technical presentations and recommended solutions for client issues.
Sr Security Delivery Engineer
Advance Network Management (ANM)
01.2020 - 06.2023
- Duties include implementation of Cisco Security Suite of products including Cisco ISE, Cisco Umbrella, Cisco Stealth Watch, Cisco AMP, Cisco ESA/CES, Cisco FTD, DUO, and Secure-X
- Other duties include Pen testing, Phishing Campaigns, Vulnerability Assessments, Risk Assessments, establish data security Controls, implement Security Principles and Controls.
- Established strong working relationships with clients through exceptional communication skills, fostering trust and collaboration.
- Wrote, reviewed and edited technical document in accordance with template requirements.
- Achieved successful project outcomes by maintaining accurate documentation and meeting strict deadlines.
- Developed positive working relationships with stakeholders to effectively coordinate work activities.
Sr. Network Security Engineer, Lead
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
09.2017 - 12.2019
- Duties include Daily security device audits, Network Breach attempt Investigations, Firewall Management, IDS/IPS Management, and CounterAct Management
- Conducted vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate security risks.
- Developed and maintained company-wide endpoint security solutions.
- Applied Center for Internet Security (CIS) benchmarks to verify performance of ongoing security measures.
- Created standardized incident response program to outline immediate and consistent remediation of security breaches.
Sr. Network Security Engineer
Resource Partners (Infineon Technologies
11.2014 - 09.2017
- Duties include Re-Design and management of global network infrastructure located throughout US
- Implementation of various Cisco and Fortigate devices.
- Ensured business continuity by developing disaster recovery strategies and backup plans for critical systems.
- Participated in regular tabletop exercises to evaluate the effectiveness of existing security strategies and identify areas for improvement.
Network Mgr. Voice, Data, Security
HCL Technologies (Freescale)
07.2012 - 11.2014
- Duties include Network Topology Design, implementation, and maintenance
- Management of personnel responsible for configuration and maintenance of Freescale Data center network equipment located in 28 different countries.
- Coordinated with other IT departments to ensure efficient allocation of resources for optimal network performance.
- Secured and connected private networks at multiple sites across intercontinental corporate WAN.
- Increased network reliability by conducting regular audits, identifying vulnerabilities, and recommending corrective actions.
Network Steady State
HCL Technologies
07.2011 - 07.2012
- Duties include Architecture, configuration and maintenance of Ingram Micro Data center network equipment.
- Troubleshot complex issues affecting multiple systems or sites, devising customized solutions that minimize disruptions to business operations.
- Conducted regular performance assessments of network to ensure optimal functionality, addressing any identified deficiencies promptly.
- Developed comprehensive documentation for network infrastructure, ensuring efficient knowledge transfer and easy reference for future maintenance tasks.
- Developed and maintained network topology diagrams, facilitating effective communication of complex infrastructure architecture to non-technical audiences.
Network Forensic Investigator
US ARMY
10.2006 - 06.2011
- Responsibilities include conducting Data retrieval, SIEM examiner, network traffic analysis, intrusion detection, and analysis.
- Conducted thorough crime scene investigations, ensuring preservation of crucial evidence for further analysis.
- Provided valuable insights into complex cases with comprehensive forensic analyses, directly contributing to successful prosecutions.
- Enhanced evidence collection by implementing meticulous forensic examination techniques and procedures.
Education
B.S. Computer Science - Computer Engineering
University of Maryland (University College)
College Park, MD06.1990
Skills
- Extensive knowledge of best practices in network security architecture and configuration
- Cisco FTD, Cisco Firepower, Cisco AMP, Cisco ISE, Cisco Threat Grid, Cisco Visualization, FireEye EPT
- Extensive Technical in the DESIGN and Engineering of large-scale data centers, and networks
- Extensive Hands-on experience with Checkpoint/Nokia/Fortigate/Cisco ASA/Juniper Netscreen/Palo Alto firewalls
- Routing protocols RIP, RIPv2, IGRP, EIGRP, BGP4, OSPF, HSRP, VRRP
- Deployment of Cisco WLC’s and AP’s
- Implementation and maintenance of Cisco ASA for site-to-site VPN, Palo Alto Firewall for policy, antivirus
- Implementation and maintenance of L2TP, PPTP, GRE and IPsec virtual private network access
- Implementation of Cisco ISE, Umbrella, Stealthwatch, AMP, ESA/CES, DUO
- Development of systems requirements and design documents
- Extensive knowledge in deployment and maintenance of IDS/IPS devices
- Customer Support
- Application support
- Business process improvement
- Technical Documentation
- Process Management
Certification
- CCNP(S)
- CEH
- CHFI
- Cisco Fire Jumper A&E
- Network Security (SE)
- ISO27001/Foundation
- ISO27001/Practitioner-Information Security Officer
- HIPPA Certification
Timeline
Sr Security Solutions Engineer
C1 Convergeone
06.2023 - Current
Sr Security Delivery Engineer
Advance Network Management (ANM)
01.2020 - 06.2023
Sr. Network Security Engineer, Lead
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
09.2017 - 12.2019
Sr. Network Security Engineer
Resource Partners (Infineon Technologies
11.2014 - 09.2017
Network Mgr. Voice, Data, Security
HCL Technologies (Freescale)
07.2012 - 11.2014
Network Steady State
HCL Technologies
07.2011 - 07.2012
Network Forensic Investigator
US ARMY
10.2006 - 06.2011
B.S. Computer Science - Computer Engineering
University of Maryland (University College)
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