Ben S. Email & Phone Number

Houston, Tx, Us

Ben's primary goal is to protect company revenue by providing continuous network uptime. Secondarily to ensuring revenue goals are met through continuous IT uptime, Ben also acts as our single point of contact for cybersecurity related activities. These include providing strategic vision and direction, as well as executing on controls implementation and responding to cybersecurity events that occur daily.Responsibilities include the following but not limited to: Computer/Server… Show more Ben's primary goal is to protect company revenue by providing continuous network uptime. Secondarily to ensuring revenue goals are met through continuous IT uptime, Ben also acts as our single point of contact for cybersecurity related activities. These include providing strategic vision and direction, as well as executing on controls implementation and responding to cybersecurity events that occur daily.Responsibilities include the following but not limited to: Computer/Server Management – • Manage all PC inventory for upgrade/replacement • Manage any user issues related to Helpdesk • Responsible for all Server builds and maintenanceNetwork Management – • Design, Configure, and Implement connectivity company-wide • Manage Company Firewalls • Manage network equipment purchasing Project Management/Implementation – • Determine budgeting for all Technology CapEX/OpEx projects • Implement VoIP partnership with local ISP • Implement capabilities for WFH environmentCyber Security/GRC • Manage company-wide security environment. • Implement company-wide Cyber Security Program • Inform C-Levels of any foreseen immediate cyber risks • Create company security polices • Create/Manage internal security campaigns (Phishing/Password Brute force Attacks) • Partner with 3rd Party to have Cyber Posture assessmentsContent Creator • Create Online Security content for Internal LMS so to help instruct and inform users • Create Online Helpdesk content for documentation of processes and procedures Show less

Assist in moderating a daily podcast focused on current cybersecurity news, ensuring engaging discussions and a positive community environment.Serve as a fill-in host, delivering key cybersecurity updates and leading conversations in the absence of the primary podcaster.Collaborate with the podcast team to maintain high-quality content and stay aligned with industry trends.

Laporte, Texas

Akzo Nobel Chemicals was purchased by AlbemarleContract thru Clear Point TechnologyDay-to-day activities included solving desktop issues as well as network connectivity for 3 different site locations.Specialized issues included troubleshooting LIMS-PIMS equipment, VOIP issues, CISCO routers and switches, and creating software installations through script writing.Projects:Migration from MS Exchange -> Lotus Notes

Contract thru Clear Point TechnologyDay-to-day activities included solving desktop issues as well as network connectivity for 3 different site locations.Specialized issues included troubleshooting LIMS-PIMS equipment, VOIP issues, CISCO routers and switches, and creating software installations through script writing.Projects:Complete overhaul of network. Switches changed to Cisco Hardware. All servers and equipment moved to newly built raised floor room. Mitel VOIP… Show more Contract thru Clear Point TechnologyDay-to-day activities included solving desktop issues as well as network connectivity for 3 different site locations.Specialized issues included troubleshooting LIMS-PIMS equipment, VOIP issues, CISCO routers and switches, and creating software installations through script writing.Projects:Complete overhaul of network. Switches changed to Cisco Hardware. All servers and equipment moved to newly built raised floor room. Mitel VOIP Hardware implemented. Show less

Part of a 4 man team charged with migrating and implementing new hardware as well as migration of user files from old Penzoil Network to new Shell Oil Network. Personally in charge of all VIP migrations. Sites were located in Downtown Houston area, Eastern US, Mexico, as well as Canada.