Vince T. Murden
Elgin,SC
Summary
Highly skilled IT Specialist experience in cybersecurity, information assurance, and IT system administration. Demonstrated expertise in overseeing information security programs, system administration, leading teams, and implementing security measures in compliance with DoD, FISMA, and other federal regulations. Extensive experience includes managing IT security systems, conducting risk assessments, vulnerability scans, and disaster recovery planning. Robust background in ensuring the security and integrity of information systems. Proven ability to efficiently manage security operations and conduct risk assments set
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IT Specialist, Cybersecurity Manager and System Administrator
81st Readiness Division, U.S. Army Reserves
02.2018 - Current
- Lead and manage cybersecurity efforts, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, policy, and standards.
- Oversee the Army training certification tracking system (ATCTS), conducting audits, risk assessments, and vulnerability analysis.
- Serve as the lead for all secure systems, ensuring data confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
- Handle account management, Secure VOIP systems, and Video Teleconferencing (VTC) upgrades and troubleshooting.
- Coordinate with Network Enterprise Centers for system configuration, Plan software upgrade, patching, software installation and Incident reporting.
- Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing problems reported by end users.
- Explained technical information in clear terms to promote better understanding for non-technical users.
- Managed hardware and software inventory, ensuring timely updates and replacements as needed.
- Designed comprehensive IT policies to ensure compliance with industry regulations and best practices.
- Responded to support requests from end-users and patiently walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
- Managed life cycle replacement of hardware and software.
- Improved operational efficiency, leveraging cloud technologies for scalable and cost-effective infrastructure solutions.
- Alleviated potential security risks, promptly addressing software vulnerabilities as they were identified.
IT - Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
01.2012 - 08.2017
- Managed the agency's Information Security Program, ensuring compliance with DoD, FISMA, and RMF.
- Coordinated external audits, security assessments, and penetration tests.
- Led risk management processes and provided expertise in system security plans, platform security, risk assessments, and contingency operations.
- Developed and maintained security tools, such as E-eye REM and Tenable Security Center, for vulnerability and risk management.
- Deploy and configure platform applications tailored to the Army computer image.
- Conducted regular risk assessments for proactive identification and mitigation of potential vulnerabilities.
IT Information System Security Officer (ISSO)
Veteran Benefits Administration
06.2010 - 12.2011
- Developed and implemented security policies to ensure the protection of automated information systems and sensitive data.
- Conducted security evaluations, audits, and vulnerability assessments for compliance with federal laws and regulations.
- Managed Active Directory, security certifications, and provided IT security training for staff.
- Adhere to the platform's security and coding standards for resilience, data, and security
IT System (APPSW), Electronic Medical Record Application
U.S. Army DOD-MEDCOM
08.2008 - 06.2010
- Managed the Essentris Electronic Health System for medical facilities, ensuring data protection and compliance with healthcare standards.
- Administered database management, software configurations, and patient data security.
- Provided technical support for medical systems, including KIOSK laptops and digital imaging equipment.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Information Technology, Computer Security
Limestone College
Gaffney, SC12.2010
IT System Specialist/Analyst
U.S. Army School of Information Technology
Fort Gordon, GA08.1991
Skills
- Security Certification & A Core Hardware OS Certification Skills & Expertise
- Assurance Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)
- Cloud Computing Training
- Windows 11, Azure, Active directory & Network Training
- Cybersecurity & Information Assurance
- Risk Management Framework (RMF)
- Security Audits, Vulnerability Assessments & Penetration Testing
- Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity Planning
- Systems Administration (Windows, Unix, VMware)
- Information security, Network Security & Data Protection
- IT troubleshooting & IT Documentation
- System upgrades & Software implementation
Accomplishments
- Trained and led technical support teams
- Increased and resolved job tickets by 97%
- Endorsements in software development and mobile applications.
- Supervised team of 20 staff members.
Certification
Active Secret Security Clearance
Timeline
IT Specialist, Cybersecurity Manager and System Administrator
81st Readiness Division, U.S. Army Reserves
02.2018 - Current
IT - Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
01.2012 - 08.2017
IT Information System Security Officer (ISSO)
Veteran Benefits Administration
06.2010 - 12.2011
IT System (APPSW), Electronic Medical Record Application
U.S. Army DOD-MEDCOM
08.2008 - 06.2010
Bachelor's degree - Information Technology, Computer Security
Limestone College
IT System Specialist/Analyst
U.S. Army School of Information Technology
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