Alex Uehara Email & Phone Number

Kailua, Hi, Us

Security Consulting:• Experienced in providing security architecture consulting to internal customers leveraging knowledge of industry standards, best practices and regulatory requirements.• Conducted comprehensive security assessments and gap analysis to identify vulnerabilities and design robust security infrastructure tailored to internal customer requirements.• Collaborated with stakeholders, including executives, IT teams, and business units to understand their unique security requirements and align security architecture policy with their overall business objectives. Security Tool management:• Managed and administered a wide range of security tools, including but not limited to firewall systems, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), endpoint detection response (EDR) agents vulnerability scanners and system information and event management (SIEM) agents.• Conducted regular audits and assessments of security tools to identify any gaps or vulnerabilities, and implemented appropriate remediation measures.Vulnerability management:• Developed and implemented vulnerability management programs, including defining vulnerability assessment methodologies, establishing scanning schedules, and tracking remediation efforts.• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement vulnerability metrics and reporting mechanisms to provide visibility into the organization’s security posture and track improvements over time.Incident Response:• Conducted thorough incident investigations, including evidence collection, analysis and preservation, to determine the scope of impact and root cause of security incident.• Created and implemented incident response plans, playbooks and procedures to ensure a structured and efficient response to security incidents.

Incident Response :• Conducted comprehensive analysis of potential security threats in a dynamic 24/7 operational setting, employing effective mitigation strategies and risk management protocols to safeguard company assets. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to investigate and resolve security incidents, ensuring timely mitigation of threats.• Triaged and analyzed alerts generated by SIEM, IDS, and IPS to identify and respond to potential security breaches or suspicious activities.• Developed and executed incident response plans to minimize the impact of security incidents and restore normal operations swiftly.• Proactively monitored the business network environment for any signs of suspicious or anomalous activity.Vulnerability Management: • Conducted regular vulnerability assessments and scans of the network infrastructure to identify potential weaknesses andsecurity vulnerabilities• Provided regular reports and updates to management and stakeholders regarding the status of vulnerabilities and ongoingremediation efforts.• Expanded network vulnerability scanning coverage and identified gaps within both the internal and external environments.• Adapted to the remote work environment by implementing agent-based vulnerability scanning to remote workstations. Security Tool management:• Adapted to the remote work environment by implementing agent-based vulnerability scanning to remote workstations. • Upgraded and maintained security appliances and tools, keeping them up to date with the latest security patches and enhancements.• Conducted regular evaluations and recommended upgrades to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of security tools and technologies.• Oversaw the complete administration and maintenance of security tools used in the Tenable network infrastructure, ensuring their stability, reliability, and security.

• Responded to all cyber related incidents and performed necessary response play according to playbook • Monitored anomalous traffic and activity and created dashboards within SIEM for additional visibility• Captured and recorded monthly and quarterly metrics on all cyber related events, vulnerability data, and response times for board of director review• Executed daily systematic health checks across all security tools • Analyzed and triaged emails with suspicious artifacts and performed the necessary remediation steps depending on determination

Honolulu, Hawaii, United States

System Optimization and Process Improvement:• Streamlined system procedures to enhance efficiency and productivity, resulting in improved workflow and reduced operational costs.• Developed and implemented standardized system documentation, ensuring clear guidelines for system usage, troubleshooting, and maintenance.• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and design customized system procedures that aligned with organizational goals and user needs.• Conducted regular audits and assessments to identify areas for process improvement, and implemented corrective actions to optimize system functionality.System Maintenance and Technical Support:•Proactively monitored and maintained hardware and software infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime.•Identified and resolved technical issues promptly through efficient troubleshooting methodologies, minimizing impact on user operations.• Performed regular system updates and patches, ensuring systems remained up to date with the latest security measures and software enhancements.• Collaborated with vendors and IT teams to diagnose and resolve complex technical problems, ensuring seamless operation of critical systems.

Honolulu, Hawaii, United States

• Diagnosed and resolved a range of software, hardware and connectivity issues for all users within the environment.• Delivered technical training on hardware/software best practices to end-users• Deployed and managed system and software updates for OS and standardized Department of Education software • Performed quality assurance testing on all required software for standardized testing• Built a new OS X lab environment for students and teachers to leverage for testing and classes