Terry James
Mont Alto,USA
Summary
Cybersecurity leader with 18+ years of experience designing and implementing enterprise-level security strategies in high-stakes environments, including the Department of Defense. Proven ability to lead cross-functional security teams, develop and enforce security policies, and drive compliance with DOD and SOC standards. Holds DOD Top Secret Clearance and CASP+ certification. Expertise in cloud security (Azure), vulnerability management, incident response, and cybersecurity project management. Adept at communicating complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders and aligning security practices with business objectives.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cybersecurity Engineer | Configuration Management and Deployment
Leidos
Chambersburg, PA
02.2022 - Current
- Led lifecycle management of 430+ IDS/IPS sensors across global DoD environments, ensuring alignment with compliance frameworks (CMMC, NIST).
- Developed and implemented incident response protocols, resulting in a 25% improvement in threat response time.
- Onboarded and secured Windows/Linux systems into Azure Arc environments; enhanced zero-trust architecture with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint.
- Automated vulnerability detection and remediation workflows using Python and PowerShell.
- Supported enterprise cyber defense initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders to improve organizational security posture.
SOC Program Manager
Leidos
Gaithersburg, MD
06.2006 - 02.2022
- Directed 24x7 global SOC with over 15 cybersecurity professionals, managing threat intelligence, monitoring, and escalation procedures.
- Developed security operations strategy including KPI tracking, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance.
- Delivered executive-level threat briefings and security updates; influenced decisions at senior leadership and mission partner levels.
- Designed and conducted enterprise-wide security awareness training and tabletop exercises for incident preparedness.
- Mentored junior analysts, developed career roadmaps, and instituted skill-building frameworks to mature operational capability.
Education
Bachelor of Liberal Studies - Management Information Systems
University of Maine at Presque Isle
Presque Isle, ME01.2024
Skills
- Information Security Policy (ISP) Development
- Cybersecurity Strategy & Roadmap
- Risk Management Frameworks (RMF)
- CMMC
- SOC2
- NIS2 Compliance
- Incident Response & Crisis Management
- Cybersecurity Certification Processes
- Cloud Security (Microsoft Azure, M365, Azure Arc, XDR)
- Threat Detection & Intrusion Prevention (IDS/IPS)
- SOC Leadership & Staff Development
- Cybersecurity Project Management
- Executive Security Briefings
- Interdepartmental Collaboration
- Security Awareness Training
- Regulatory Compliance (Federal & International)
- Python & PowerShell Automation
- Traffic Validation
Certification
- CASP+, CompTIA, Advanced-Level Certification
- Security+, CompTIA
- Active Department of Defense Top Secret Clearance
Timeline
Cybersecurity Engineer | Configuration Management and Deployment
Leidos
02.2022 - Current
SOC Program Manager
Leidos
06.2006 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Liberal Studies - Management Information Systems
University of Maine at Presque Isle
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