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Atlanta, Georgia, US

- Manages multiple threat analysts who respond to and triage potential malicious alerts from 100's of thousands of physical and virtual computers across thousands of locations across the globe.- Builds sound security collaboration relationships with Security Operations Center, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Incident Problem Management, Vulnerability.

Washington, DC, US

• Led and advised 46 Department and Divisional managers & supervisors in mitigating cybersecurity risks at the Defense Information Systems Agency. Leverage resources, & operational readiness of the global Department of.
• Led 500+ employees within 6 cyber protection teams on strategic planning and execution of offensive and defensive cyber operations for the DOD.
• Secure data storing, email, and website capabilities by integrating Microsoft Business suite, Host Gator, and Clover.
• Install 70K encryption, data loss prevention and antimalware tools.
• Assist in the budget management of $80M for security software tools to include Expanse, Tanium, Splunk and other computer assets.
• Senior panel member on Cyber Talent, Acquisition, Retention, and Training discussion attended by 4,000+ Cyber and IT professionals.

Washington, DC, US

• Selected by Commanding Officer as the Senior Cybersecurity and IT Director who oversaw network operations, system security, incident handling, vulnerability assessments, and security training and awareness. Led.
• Maintained 100% Information Assurance and Vulnerability Assessment (IAVA) compliance and 100% security updates.
• Certified and accredited 5,000 computer shipboard networks and assets to include 75 specialized programs of record systems.
• Completed 6-month hardware and software refresh for the unclassified and secret networks resulting to 97% software patch compliance and reduced vulnerability footprint to critical systems.
• Conducted an initial baseline and periodic Risk Assessments to determine 22 high, 73 medium and 147 low risks.
• Implemented 110 security configuration updates and controls to strengthen security of the network infrastructure.

Washington, DC, US

• Balanced multiple roles including Training Curriculum Manager, Senior Security+ and CCNA Instructor. Managed 129 instructors in the delivery of 13 IT & cybersecurity courses to 2,200+ students annually. Assisted 5-man.
• Instructed 835 hours to 48 students graduating with total average GPA of 91%.
• Conducted 30 training lectures resulting in 15% increase in staff and administration certifications.
• Reviewed and corrected 1,011 qualification exam questions and incorporated 235 additional questions in the curriculum.
• Led 12 staff members in providing 140 hours of effective mentorship to 407 students from OJ Semmes Elementary.
• Directed 4 IT Managers and 37 instructors through 10K hours of instruction leading to students graduating with average GPA of 93%.

Washington, DC, US

• Led, managed and trained 40+ ITs on communication paths, network administration and security of unclassified, secret, and top-secret systems consisting of 1,000+ network devices and weapon systems. Oversaw.
• Certified and accredited shipboard networks of 1,000+ computer and network assets and 20 specialized program of record systems.
• Directed 3-month computer and network refresh for the unclassified and secret network systems.
• Led, managed, tested, and administered the ship’s first Host Based Security System (HBSS).
• Succeed 100% software patch compliance of 1,000 computer and network assets, reducing vulnerability footprint to critical systems.
• Managed and executed 300 security configuration updates and controls to strengthen network infrastructure and external audit compliance.

Washington, DC, US

• Directed, mentored, and supervised 12 personnel, resulting in 97% qualification rate of 3 Communication Watch Officers (CWOs), one Senior Sailor of the Quarter, and advancement of 7 personnel. Counselled and enrolled.
• Managed the daily operation and maintenance of ship’s local area network (LAN) and voice/data communications.
• Dedicated 300+ hours as Work Identification manager, creating a spreadsheet that tracked 700+ repair requirements for 6 departments.
• Drafted long and short-range personnel training plans, ensured completion of 150+ training topics per quarter.

Washington, DC, US

Configured, issued and managed Fortezza Cards used to authenticate users on classified systems to read classified Naval messages.

Bachelor In Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity

Grad Cert, Advanced Cybersecurtiy

Senior Enlisted Leadership Academy, Military Joint Operations Planning And Strategy