Todd Chesser
Cloud Security Consultant
Appling,GA
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Summary
Seasoned Network and Cloud Consultant and Military Veteran, with over twenty-five years of experience and a Top Secret Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS SCI) with Polygraph clearance. Possess measurable results in dynamic environments, excelling in strategic advising to senior leaders on cloud migration solutions. As a key cloud advisor offer significant involvement in implementing zero-trust architecture in a hybrid-cloud environment. Additionally, played an instrumental role in the development and updating of Army-wide cloud policies.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
7
7
Certificates
Work History
Cloud Security Consultant
Peraton
Augusta , GA
04.2020 - Current
- Provided expert advisory to senior leadership on cloud initiatives within Army, demonstrating deep understanding of cloud technology and strategic application.
- Led collaborative effort with Enterprise Cloud Management Agency to refine cloud contract language, aligning with Army requirements. This initiative significantly improved efficiency and effectiveness of cloud service contracts.
- Played pivotal role in integrating direct data feeds into Big Data Platform, Gabriel Nimbus, expediting threat detection and response, enhancing operational efficiency and security.
- Facilitated cross-functional teams in developing and implementing cloud-based solutions, ensuring seamless execution and adherence to strategic objectives.
- Contributed to development of ARCYBER’s Cybersecurity Security Operations Center (CSOC) plan, presenting NETCOM with sustainable manning solution for 2028’s Table of Distribution and Allowances (TDA) adjustments. This initiative supports staffing of proposed CSOC, aligning with Army's transition to hybrid-cloud-based environment.
Cross-Domain Implementation Manager
Federal Information Systems
Tampa, FL
08.2020 - 04.2021
- Oversaw implementation lifecycle processes based on organizational needs, regulatory requirements, and customer demand.
- Researched and resolved barriers to system functionality, improving support and issue resolution.
- Streamlined, managed, and enhanced approval process for Cross-Domain Solutions (CDS) at United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), improving efficiency and speed.
- Applied Risk Management Framework for thorough security assessments of cross-domain solutions, overseeing equipment lifecycle from development to implementation.
Senior Network Security Engineer
US Army
Fort Stewart, GA
03.2016 - 08.2020
- Led transformation of conventional network infrastructure to hybrid-cloud system, enhancing organization's technological capabilities for over 5000 personnel.
- Ensured uninterrupted, secure network service, vital for consistent operational performance and creating resilient, flexible IT framework for dependable service in various operational environments.
- Developed cybersecurity infrastructure for large-scale organizational division, creating comprehensive system from ground up supporting over 200 personnel.
- Established foundation for secure cyber operations, ensuring high standards of data protection and network security across entire organization.
- Led team of security and networking professionals, conducting risk assessments, enforcing system hardening according to DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), and fortifying network defenses against hostile actors across organization.
Chief of Operations
US Army
Fort Eisenhower, GA
05.2012 - 02.2016
- Directed Regional Hub Node in skillfully coordinating communication requirements and resource management of four Network Integration Evaluation Exercises supporting over 5000 personnel testing advanced Army communications equipment.
- Developed specialized cloud-based VOIP communication suite capable of supporting well over 500 deployed personnel, markedly enhancing capacity for secure, global reach back communications with local area phone networks.
Senior Network Technician
US Army
Wahiawa, HI
05.2009 - 04.2012
- Facilitated global network and voice capabilities in US Army's Pacific region in support of over 10,000 personnel, ensuring robust and reliable communication infrastructures contributing to Pacific Command's successful conduct of its mission.
- Installed, configured, tested and maintained operating systems, application software, and system management tools.
- Monitored operational and security procedures for over 200 computers in network, related systems administration and maintenance protocols.
- Traveled to remote office locations to install nodes and implement client software rollouts.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting And Business Management
University of Nevada - Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV 05.1994 - 05.1994
Skills
Disaster Recovery Planning
undefinedCertification
Certified Cloud Security Professional - CCSP ID 550039
Timeline
Cross-Domain Implementation Manager
Federal Information Systems
08.2020 - 04.2021
Cloud Security Consultant
Peraton
04.2020 - Current
Senior Network Security Engineer
US Army
03.2016 - 08.2020
Chief of Operations
US Army
05.2012 - 02.2016
Senior Network Technician
US Army
05.2009 - 04.2012
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting And Business Management
University of Nevada - Las Vegas
05.1994 - 05.1994
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