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Herndon, Virginia, United States

Support the ManTech Invitation Capability Office (ICO)- Integrated new software applications and employed MITRE ATT&CK information to script prevention and demonstration of attacks, leveraging log data for enhanced configuration and attack mitigation. Elevated attacks through scripts with specific detection rules to show and eliminate. - Implemented Certs, Sysmon for SOC telemetry, WAZUH configuration within the SOC, utilized Elastic Stack, established new python scripts, Visual Studio… Show more Support the ManTech Invitation Capability Office (ICO)- Integrated new software applications and employed MITRE ATT&CK information to script prevention and demonstration of attacks, leveraging log data for enhanced configuration and attack mitigation. Elevated attacks through scripts with specific detection rules to show and eliminate. - Implemented Certs, Sysmon for SOC telemetry, WAZUH configuration within the SOC, utilized Elastic Stack, established new python scripts, Visual Studio Code, GitHub for version control, Jira for task tracking, Confluence for project documentation, and worked with vendors in an Agile environment for new project capabilities.- Validated and tested project code and functionally, GUI front, and test procedures against requirements, employing Postman for API calls and mock server creation within the Google Cloud Platform (GCP), also collaborating with OPENAI.- Updated all necessary Testing documentation for OPENAI. Show less

Herndon, Virginia, United States

Support the ManTech Invitation Capability Office (ICO)- Integrated new software apps and developed Python scripts, employing Visual Studio Code and Elasticsearch while using Elastic Stack and Google BigQuery for extensive queries, alongside version control on GitHub, task tracking via Jira, and collaborating with vendors to implement new project capabilities in an agile GCP environment.

Reston, Virginia, United States

Supported the CISA CDM program with cybersecurity, risk management for agencies under Department of Homeland Security.- Supported dashboard operations in test and production environments, handling installation, patching, upgrades, and configuration for a cybersecurity solution involving Archer, RabbitMQ, FUSE, and Elasticsearch.- Implement certification and LDAP for CDM program, obtaining authorization for production agencies, reviewing and updating operational documentation, providing… Show more Supported the CISA CDM program with cybersecurity, risk management for agencies under Department of Homeland Security.- Supported dashboard operations in test and production environments, handling installation, patching, upgrades, and configuration for a cybersecurity solution involving Archer, RabbitMQ, FUSE, and Elasticsearch.- Implement certification and LDAP for CDM program, obtaining authorization for production agencies, reviewing and updating operational documentation, providing staff training, and ensuring data availability and integrity.- Engaged in troubleshooting, utilizing Splunk for CDM issues, overseeing hardware connectivity, utilizing Jira for issue tracking, attending ICCB meetings, employing Microsoft SQL for data validation, configuration and implementation, applying Agile methodology, starting Elasticsearch implementation for Archer replacement, and collaborating with CDM team members.- Received approval authorization to several production agencies for CDM program Show less

Reston, Virginia, United States

Supported the CISA CDM program with cybersecurity, risk management for agencies under Department of Homeland Security.- Supported dashboard operation in test and production, overseeing cybersecurity solution installation, patching, and configuration using Archer, RabbitMQ, and FUSE, while implementing certification and LDAP for CDM program. - Updated operational documentation, provided training, and ensured data availability and integrity, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining… Show more Supported the CISA CDM program with cybersecurity, risk management for agencies under Department of Homeland Security.- Supported dashboard operation in test and production, overseeing cybersecurity solution installation, patching, and configuration using Archer, RabbitMQ, and FUSE, while implementing certification and LDAP for CDM program. - Updated operational documentation, provided training, and ensured data availability and integrity, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining connectivity for CDM hardware. Engaged in ICCB meetings and utilized Jira for issue tracking, Microsoft SQL for data validation, configuration and implementation, and Agile methodology, Elasticsearch for Archer replacement, collaborating with CDM team members. Show less

Reston, Virginia, United States

Supported a IRAD project utilizing a graphical database with Python, Java and Java scripts. Maintained NGA standards.- Conducted thorough validation tests on newly released software, including automated regression testing using Katalon, and generated discrepancy reports. - Utilized Python, Java, and JavaScript to update software code, collected and analyzed data, and delivered comprehensive reports based on the collected data.

Fair Lakes, Virginia, United States

- Managed testing and integration of the Multi-Intelligence Analysis Archive System (MAAS), including Geospatial software and Full Motion Video (FMV) hardware, conducting comprehensive software and system validation tests, regression testing, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) planning, execution and reporting, fringe and performance tests with Agile methodology.- Implemented test plans against functional and performance requirements, utilizing RestClient for HTML and HTML5 testing, and… Show more - Managed testing and integration of the Multi-Intelligence Analysis Archive System (MAAS), including Geospatial software and Full Motion Video (FMV) hardware, conducting comprehensive software and system validation tests, regression testing, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) planning, execution and reporting, fringe and performance tests with Agile methodology.- Implemented test plans against functional and performance requirements, utilizing RestClient for HTML and HTML5 testing, and defined and performing Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) with Java scripts, Junit, and BAT scripts.- Configured JSP and TOMCAT on the WEB server, reviewed RFCs for baseline impacts, collected and analyzed data, provided reports, trained staff and customers, tracked issues using JIRA, documented and implemented test plans and procedures, evaluated system and software baselines with necessary configuration control, ensured GEOINT functionality and requirements, used Microsoft SQL for database connectivity and management, and contributed to NTO tests.- Performed extensive verification and validated the JAVA code Show less

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

- Implemented a classified hardware/software visualization solution for DHS, recommending and testing standards-based desktop and web visualization tools, collaborating with government and geospatial management staff to finalize the classified network's geospatial visualization.

Fairfax, Virginia, United States

- Oversaw lab operations for software/hardware development and testing including calibration of T&E equipment to product baseline. Managed procurement and installation for security protocol compliance on hardware and initiated system establishment. Additionally, supervised elevation diagram completion for the development environment and commenced the set for T&E.

Herndon, Virginia, United States

- Conducted software integration for Security Information Management (SIM) and Information Assurance Vulnerability Alert (IAVA) under the Computer Network Defense (CND) group while also conducting metric tests to recommend necessary hardware orders.- Facilitated initial software integration by setting up SAN space, database, and other requirements for the hardware and software

Fairfax, Virginia, United States

- Managed and updated the M&S COE, performing system administration for COTS/GOTS molding/simulation packages, applying HLA construct, and updating the portal using FrontPage and Microsoft Windows 2003 server. Additionally, maintained and updated hardware and operating systems on Windows, Linux, and Solaris.- Contributed to the development and maintenance of the Ruler project for NGA imagery using UNIX and C++, utilizing Rational DOORS for change management.- Assisted in leading MML2.0,… Show more - Managed and updated the M&S COE, performing system administration for COTS/GOTS molding/simulation packages, applying HLA construct, and updating the portal using FrontPage and Microsoft Windows 2003 server. Additionally, maintained and updated hardware and operating systems on Windows, Linux, and Solaris.- Contributed to the development and maintenance of the Ruler project for NGA imagery using UNIX and C++, utilizing Rational DOORS for change management.- Assisted in leading MML2.0, involving analysis, algorithm determination, requirement establishment, design, and testing. Worked on the PMS project for NGA, addressing customer requirements across UNIX and Windows platforms throughout the project lifecycle.- Helped perform testing on many platforms during SWIT or FAT checked for issues or concerns Show less

Oakton, Virginia, United States

Managed the Super2 project for the NRO, overseeing development and maintenance using ORACLE in conjunction with Microsoft Visual C++.

Rockville, Maryland, United States

- Managed and maintained Student Information System (SIS) on Windows NT using Oracle Developer 2000 and SQL, ensuring verified requirements, unit testing, and system preservation. - Utilized Oracle SQL, TOAD software, and Oracle Forms 6.0 for SIS development, conducting data verification, form layout testing, and code enhancement to ensure data integrity and optimal functionality.

Springfield, Virginia, United States

- Maintained and developed large software system for NGA in FORTRAN and C with their associated databases( DB2 and SYBASE). Duties included resolving code discrepancies, performing test procedures, software verification, database enhancements and updating documentation.

Lanham, Maryland, United States

Monitored and maintained operational weather satellites, Coast Watch data and contributed to system improvements.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Computer And Information Systems

Associate Of Science - As, Computer And Information Systems