Quatari Moodie
Gardner,MA
Summary
Accomplished Security Specialist with a solid foundation in security, bringing 11+ years of distinguished experience in the U.S. Air Force. Currently Security+ certified and actively pursuing CISSP certification, demonstrating unwavering dedication to advancing expertise in cybersecurity. Adept in Information Security and Risk Management, with a proven track record of safeguarding sensitive data through comprehensive protection strategies. Proficient in vulnerability identification, conducting meticulous risk assessments, and implementing robust security measures. Ready to leverage this expertise to excel in the Cyber/Information Security Workforce.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Specialist
United States Air Force, USAF
Hanscom AFB, MA
09.2012 - Current
- Championed comprehensive defense strategies, providing threat mitigation for critical and digital assets valued at $22.3 million.
- Identified 28 critical vulnerabilities and advocated for technical control process improvements, resulting in $280,000 invested in enhanced security measures and fortifications. Maintained crucial element for AFRICOM.
- Directed eight incident responses, effectively mitigating risks to prevent unauthorized access and ensuring operational continuity.
- Delivered Risk Management briefings at Inter-European Academy, emphasizing importance of asset awareness and safe practices to 40 international students from 18 nations.
- Devised strategic plan to expand Detection and Tracking operations, boosting coverage by 50% (540 hours), securing critical digital resources, supporting 87 successful projects, and ensuring team readiness.
- Provided leadership for administrative controls over 6 trainers and 27 teams; validated and certified Security Policies and Procedures. Instrumental in achieving $3.7 billion mission success, resulting in team being awarded "2021 Team of the Year."
- Led training program for 16 team members, evaluating their performance and rectifying gaps in policy and procedure compliance.
- Successfully completed advanced leadership training, honing skills applicable to leading teams in collaborative environment.
System Security Compliance/Risk Assessment Project
Hux Creative Marketing, LLC
Atlanta, GA
04.2023 - 04.2023
- Established secure baseline in accordance with MS Security Baseline for Windows 11 22H2, configuring these settings while considering the Risk Management Framework (RMF).
- Employed NMAP to assess network connected to systems, identifying multiple vulnerabilities, including open ports and unused services running on systems.
- Evaluated existing risk assessment and generic controls using RMF Methodology, leading to the decision to add supplementary controls to minimize attack surface.
- Enhanced authentication, authorization, and user role management, implementing encryption mechanisms to safeguard sensitive data, establishing frequent patch management, and configuring firewall rules to restrict incoming and outgoing traffic on specific network ports.
- Set up Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) system using WAZUH to monitor events, with particular focus on activities impacting recently implemented controls; subsequently established alerts for detecting unusual activities, which were detailed in incident response plan.
- Documented implemented RMF controls, findings of vulnerability assessment, and adjustments made to baseline configurations, preparing this documentation for presentation to owner.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH01.2025
Skills
- Risk Management Framework (RMF)
- MITRE ATT&CK Framework
- Security information and event management (SIEM)
- Security Control Development & Assessments
- Network security (firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection/prevention systems)
- Threat Analysis & Risk Assignment
- Management of Vulnerabilities
- Encryption techniques and protocols
- Cyber threat intelligence
CLEARANCE
Top Secret/SCI
Certification
- CompTIA Security + (ID: COMP001021923652)
Foundational Skills
- Experienced with tools to include Microsoft Excel, NMAP, VMware, Wireshark, SPLUNK, Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) , VMWare, and STIGViewer
- Experience with Windows Operating systems and Linux / Unix-based systems including Ubuntu and Kali
- Active Directory / Group Policy
- Entry level experience in Python Coding Language
- Strong communication and problem solving skills
Timeline
System Security Compliance/Risk Assessment Project
Hux Creative Marketing, LLC
04.2023 - 04.2023
Security Specialist
United States Air Force, USAF
09.2012 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Southern New Hampshire University
- CompTIA Security + (ID: COMP001021923652)
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