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San Antonio, Tx, Us

 Direct the enforcement of information security policies, standards, procedures, and best practices.  Lead incident response, vulnerability remediation activities, as well as threat management functions.  Educate faculty, staff, and students on security initiatives.  Partner with the CIO and other personnel across all systems to ensure University processes are in alignment.

Victoria, Tx, Us

Enrich the security infrastructure by building a new security-focused team. Direct and motivate the campus through policies and procedures designed to meet the needs of the business while maintaining confidentiality, integrity, and availability of resources. Identify threats and notify and remediate accordingly. Energize technical teams to provide services with enhanced security and minimal effort.Key Accomplishments:-Enhanced user experiences through simplified log-ins, improved self-service password recovery options, and single sign-on initiatives.-Utilized trained staff members to upgrade the network environment using a multi-layer defense for network access, email protection, and malware blocking.-Empowered users via training opportunities to enhance their knowledge of identity theft prevention, accessibility options, and password creation and use.

Victoria, Tx, Us

Promoted to increasingly-challenging positions based on delivering exemplary leadership performance. Championed the design, implementation, and management of various LAN and voice networks. Optimized technology and aligned same with the rapidly-evolving business goals by leveraging keen technical knowledge. Trained individuals in basic applications up to in-depth technologies.Key Accomplishments:-Chosen to represent the UHV to UH System in matters relating to IT security.-Mitigated risk by reporting on security issues identified as intrusions, break-in attempts, and malware activity.-Skyrocketed efficiency by spearheading an upgrade of UHV Internet connections supporting growth in research and enrollment.-Funded the remodel of the UHV datacenter, doubling the size of the center, boosting power and cooling capabilities, and creating an environment that saved $100K+ annually by creating a datacenter with room for expansion to the other campuses.-Established a disaster recovery site at a remote location enabling redundant authentication and live mirrors.-Orchestrated the renovation of the local hotel into student housing; facilitated wired and wireless coverage throughout the building.

Victoria, Tx, Us

Superintended network operations; led and guided the team through expansion and change. Identified weaknesses in processes and remediated with creative, cost-effective solutions. Minimized roll-out time for new servers and client OS, enabling users to familiarize themselves with the technology prior to installation. Imparted backup functionality for email, database and Web environments.Key Accomplishments:-Governed the installment of the Active Directory environment and managed the migration of accounts from the original authentication structure into the new environment.-Boosted network infrastructure security and reliability through the introduction of a dedicated firewall.-Expanded management responsibilities by forming the network services team.