Zachary McDaniel
System Administrator
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Windows System/Windows Server Administrator with 4 years of experience in DOE and DOD planning, installing, configuring and optimizing IT infrastructure to consistently achieve higher availability and performance. Possess knowledge to create and deliver solutions tied to business growth, organizational development, and network optimization.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Window System/Windows Server Administrator
Insight Global/NNL
04.2023 - Current
- Installed important security and functionality patches to maintain optimal protections against intrusion and system reliability.
- Designed proactive preventive maintenance schedules to prevent unnecessary downtime and hardware faults.
- Established network specifications and analyzed workflow, access, information and security requirements.
- Configured servers and implemented DISA STIGs on classified networks.
Senior Computer Specialist III
Iron Arch Technology
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Monitored and responded to assigned incident management queues promptly and documented all research, troubleshooting and resolutions accurately.
- Provided technical guidance for end users and interacted extensively with clients and business partners.
- Maintained, monitored and troubleshooted network-based services: Files and Print services, Email, Active Directory, DHCP/WINS/DNS/TCP/IP protocols.
- Set up peripheral equipment, installed routers and switches, and established profiles on active directory.
- Analyzed complex systems hardware and software configuration issues and provided solutions.
Senior Security Specialist
K2 Technical
01.2022 - 10.2022
- Manages and monitors security measures for 150+ personnel records in a Special Access Program Facility (SAPF).
- Leads Security Education Training and coordinates with 100+ personnel.
- Serves as Subject Matter Expert to Director of Security providing insight regarding control requirements, procedures, and facilities needs to maintain SAP security.
- Monitors outside intelligence sources to identify emerging threats and associated protections and determines how they apply to enterprise environment.
- Develops Special Operating Procedures (SOP) for joint organizations.
- Process over 40 Program Access Requests monthly through JADE and DISS.
Special Police Officer/Explosive Canine Handler
Explosive Countermeasures International
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Explosive Countermeasures International
- Intervenes as appropriate regarding any situation that may compromise safety and security of client, client's staff, assets, and reputation
- Acts as advance officer or canine handler for security operations
- Leads emergency response actions to facilitate protection of client, client's people, assets, and reputation
- Emergency Management Coordinator for client's corporate property trains client's staff in First Aid CPR-AED prepares plans and procedures for responding to emergencies
- Established and with coordinating disaster relief programs, policies and guidelines for clients.
Facility Security Manager
US Air Force
01.2018 - 02.2020
- Responsible for coordinating Security Force's response with multi agencies/organizations, Managed JBA intrusion detection system (IDS) and Special Access Program Facilities (SAPF), troubleshot low priority alarm system malfunctions and maintained compliance with NSIPOM/JAFAN regulations
- Administer SAPF Security education training for 80+ personnel
- Monitored employee procedures and standards to prevent security incidents
- Partnered with trained Explosive Detection Canine partner to conduct searches for POTUS detail
- Ensured SAP Facility adheres to JAFAN and NISPOM regulations and maintained accreditations.
Security Forces
United States Air Force
06.2010 - 01.2018
- Developed strong communication skills while coordinating with local law enforcement agencies during joint operations.
- Utilized keen observational skills to identify potential threats or suspicious behavior, taking appropriate action as necessary.
- Assisted with the apprehension and processing of individuals involved in criminal activity, ensuring proper procedures were followed for evidence collection and detainee rights protection.
- Reduced incidents of trespassing through vigilant monitoring of CCTV systems and access control points.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Homeland Security
University of Maryland - College Park - College Park
05.2018 - 12.2022
No Degree - Security + Certified
CompTIA
05.2001 -
No Degree - Cybersecurity Analyst CYSA+ Certified
CompTIA
05.2001 -
MBA - Information Technology Management
Trident University International
Cypress, CA 12.2022 - Current
Skills
CompTIA Security
undefinedAdditional Information
- Security Clearance: DOE Q clearance
Timeline
Window System/Windows Server Administrator
Insight Global/NNL
04.2023 - Current
MBA - Information Technology Management
Trident University International
12.2022 - Current
Senior Computer Specialist III
Iron Arch Technology
10.2022 - 04.2023
Senior Security Specialist
K2 Technical
01.2022 - 10.2022
Special Police Officer/Explosive Canine Handler
Explosive Countermeasures International
01.2020 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Homeland Security
University of Maryland - College Park - College Park
05.2018 - 12.2022
Facility Security Manager
US Air Force
01.2018 - 02.2020
Security Forces
United States Air Force
06.2010 - 01.2018
No Degree - Security + Certified
CompTIA
05.2001 -
No Degree - Cybersecurity Analyst CYSA+ Certified
CompTIA
05.2001 -
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