Hi, I’m
Willie Louis IV
Spring,TX
Summary
Skilled NOC and Security Analyst experienced in network operations and incident response. Expertise in monitoring and troubleshooting network infrastructure for optimal performance. Adept at identifying and responding to potential threats with a strong focus on network security. Deep understanding of network protocols and technologies enables effective analysis and resolution of complex issues. Committed to maintaining data integrity and confidentiality through continuous updates on industry trends and best practices.
Overview
13
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Occidental Petroleum
Network Analyst
05.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Monitored entire network infrastructure through Solarwinds.
- Created geographical maps to include network sites and equipment.
- Configured routers and switches for network monitoring. This included SNMP as well as firewall and acl updates.
- Ticket generation and remediation through ServiceNow.
Medasource/Houston Methodist
NOC Analyst
07.2023 - 06.2024
Job overview
- Created and maintained network accounts and access privileges through Active Roles
- Monitored network systems and identified potential issues, promptly resolving them to maintain high availability through ChangeGear and Service Now
- Analyzed network logs to identify and address potential security threats before they could cause any disruptions, resulting in a 20% decrease in security incidents and maintaining uninterrupted network operations
- Monitored and resolved network incidents, to include collaboration with various teams for remediation.
- Utilized commands to verify endpoint availability.
- Monitored and resolved 100+ network incidents per week, maintaining 99.9% uptime for critical systems and ensuring uninterrupted business operations
JSW Steel
Network Administrator/Security Analyst
04.2021 - 07.2023
Job overview
- Implemented network security measures and protocols, resulting in a 50% reduction in security incidents and ensuring uninterrupted network operations for a company of 500+ employees
- Implemented Abnormal for email security and training for employees company-wide.
- Configured and managed Cisco routers, switches, and Palo Alto firewalls remote and onsite utilization.
- Provided technical support and troubleshooting for network users through Ninja RMM. Endpoints can be isolated and checked for possible vulnerabilities.
- Utilized Veem for virtual server backup and replicsation. Backups were scanned for threats before deployment into production environment.
- Incident response and threat mitigation through the use of Splunk and Rapid7 SIEM tool.
OPM HOLDINGS
SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR/SECURITY ANALYST
02.2020 - 12.2020
Job overview
- Assign permissions based on both group and role
- Extensive work in Active Directory, as well as on-boarding duties
- Firsthand support for users in both the hardware and software aspects
- Ensure patch levels are current, as well as OS versions
- Provide documentation and specs to upper management for planning and upgrades
- Revised and expanded the corporate information security policies, including best practices to reflect new industry threats
- Developed and implemented patch management best practices to improve system security
- Implemented security templates for hardening servers and workstations
- Performed incident response procedures for malware outbreaks
- Port analysis and security implementation
WYMAN-GORDON FORGINGS
CNC PROGRAMMER/OPERATOR
03.2012 - 05.2020
Job overview
- Machined exotic metals for use in both the aviation and defense sectors
- Able to interpret and edit Fanuc controls
- Utilized micrometers, depth gauges and other precision measuring instruments
- Reviewed scripts for errors and bugs, as well as beta testing new programs in controlled environments
AT&T
NETWORK SERVICES TECHNICIAN
02.2016 - 02.2018
Job overview
- Responsible for secure and reliable wireless transport of either copper or fiber-optics from multiple points of origin to our client's homes
- Setup of layer 2 and 3 devices, such as routers and switches, as well as wireless network configuration setups with WAPS
- Ensured minimum signal attenuation and was able to troubleshoot data packet loss in real time
- Managed port security and access management for large corporations
- Ensured VoIP delivery when requested
- Firewall and port configuration as needed
- Static IP addressing
Education
LoneStar CollegeThe Woodlands, TX
Bachelor of Cybersecurity from Minor in Network Administration
01.2022
University Overview
- President's List in 5 semesters
- Graduated Summa Cum Laude
- GPA: 3.82
Skills
- Log Analysis
- Trace
- Wireshark Packet
- Pcap
- Wireshark
- Traceroute
- Firewall
- Intrusion Detection
Certification
- Security +, CompTia, 01/01/20
- CYSA+, CompTia, 01/01/20
Timeline
Network Analyst
Occidental Petroleum
05.2024 - Current
NOC Analyst
Medasource/Houston Methodist
07.2023 - 06.2024
Network Administrator/Security Analyst
JSW Steel
04.2021 - 07.2023
SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR/SECURITY ANALYST
OPM HOLDINGS
02.2020 - 12.2020
NETWORK SERVICES TECHNICIAN
AT&T
02.2016 - 02.2018
CNC PROGRAMMER/OPERATOR
WYMAN-GORDON FORGINGS
03.2012 - 05.2020
- Security +, CompTia, 01/01/20
- CYSA+, CompTia, 01/01/20
LoneStar College
Bachelor of Cybersecurity from Minor in Network Administration
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