With a dedicated focus on security policy and procedure, I've collaborated closely with subject matter experts to implement robust security measures. Leading security incident response efforts, I've developed comprehensive implementation plans and crafted resilient security infrastructure. By reducing cybersecurity risk exposure and ensuring compliance with industry standards, my aim is to safeguard sensitive resources and uphold best practices in cybersecurity. I approach each challenge with a firm confidence, striving to protect valuable assets and promote a secure digital environment.PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS:Forsyte IT SolutionsReduced client cybersecurity risk exposure by average of 7% month over monthProvided strategic leadership and direction for the company's security service offeringsRemoved complexity and obstacles that hindered efficient security control implementation for clientsBaxter ClewisEnforced a strategic methodology for performing Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI-DSS) assessments by reviewing system data with associated stakeholders and comparing to recent PCI updated requirements to saved company time and resources with documented meeting agenda and necessary stakeholders.Coordinated efforts with a team of security consultants to assess security controls for a Fortune 500 company to ensure company compliance by reviewing current processes and assessing against PCI-DSS standards; saving over $1M on 3rd party auditor fees.Interpreted and implemented high level technical requirements on Windows and Linux operating systems to reverse engineer each requirement and identify the corresponding control for each system in order to reduce security attacks.PropellerReduced annual spend of IT department by 55%. Provided leadership and strategy for the IT security training program required by client MSAs that resulted into 35% more revenue.Cook Security GroupLaunched security operations center (SOC) pilot program.Created pilot animated client-facing technical training for new products