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Chesapeake, Va, Us

Virginia Beach, Virginia, Us

Cloud Infrastructure Security Engineer supporting NAVSEA Cloud Brokerages • Leads a team of engineers to support the Risk Management Framework (RMF) Assess and Authorization processes• Designs, develops, and implements conceptual and logical solutions with appropriate operational security posture (e.g., network and system security, physical and environmental protection, personnel security, incident handling, security training and awareness)• Coordinates with Navy stakeholders to resolve computer security incidents and vulnerability complianceInformation Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) supporting a NAVWAR program to develop and maintain the cybersecurity architecture of eight shore communication systems• Provided technical assistance to In-Service Engineering Agent in support of Engineering Change Requests for Information Assurance Vulnerability Management• Performed Cyber Security and Risk assessment of test results during system engineering changes and maintain POA&M within eMASS• Developed and documented the system's integration, testing, operations, maintenance, and cyber security recommendations based on significant threats and vulnerabilities• Identified security measures to resolve vulnerabilities, mitigate risks and recommend security changes to system components• Developed & implemented System Level Continuous Monitoring Strategy policies

Virginia Beach, Virginia, Us

Departmental Manager• Provides oversight and direction to the employees in the operating unit in accordancewith the organization's policies and procedures• Coaches, mentors, and develops staff, including overseeing new employee onboarding• Empowers employees to take responsibility for their jobs and goals. Delegate responsibility and expect accountability and regular feedback• Fosters a spirit of teamwork and unity among department members that allows for disagreement over ideas, conflict and expeditious conflict resolution, and the appreciation of diversity as well as cohesiveness, supportiveness, and working effectively together to enable each employee and the department to succeed• Understands the mission, vision, guiding principles, and values of the company• Collaborates with Human Resources to lead employees using a performance management and development process that provides an overall context and framework to encourage employee contribution and includes goal setting,feedback, and performance development planning• Collaborates with Human Resources to lead employees to meet the company’s expectations for productivity, quality, and goal accomplishment• Collaborates with Human Resources to provide effective performance feedback through employee recognition, rewards, and disciplinary action, with the assistance of Human Resources, when necessary• Mentors respective team members. Maintain transparent communication. Appropriately communicate organization information through department meetings, one-on-onemeetings, and appropriate email, IM, and regular interpersonal communication• Deconflicts and/or resolves resource management issues to effectively staff and accomplish the work to meet departmental productivity and quality goals• Advises business decisions that are financially responsible, accountable, justifiable, and defensible in accordance with organization policies and procedures

Virginia Beach, Virginia, Us

Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) supporting a NAVWAR program to develop and maintain the cybersecurity architecture of eight shore communication systems• Provided technical assistance to In-Service Engineering Agent in support of Engineering Change Requests for Information Assurance Vulnerability Management• Performed Cyber Security and Risk assessment of test results during system engineering changes and maintain POA&M within eMASS• Developed and documented the system's integration, testing, operations, maintenance, and cyber security recommendations based on significant threats and vulnerabilities• Identified security measures to resolve vulnerabilities, mitigate risks and recommend security changes to system components• Developed & implemented System Level Continuous Monitoring Strategy policies

Washington, Dc, Us

Oversaw all cyber security and information system needs for the Commander, Submarine Force Atlantic Communications watch floor, involving manpower, equipment and training at all levels. ● Supervised 14 personnel who provide much needed 24/7 support.● Coordinated the installation and implementation of three Computer Network Defense (CND) suites for three security enclaves consisting of a Host-Based Security System (HBSS), Assured Compliance Assessment System (ACAS), Network Security Monitoring, and Splunk systems.● Collaborated to develop Risk Management Framework (RMF) site certification product that reduces the time required to complete on board by 75%, reducing the workload for 33 submarines.● Member of Submarine Communication and Network Training Management Team, a collaboration of program offices and training managers developing solutions to common submarine communication problems.● Provided input on multiple Occupational Standards, Job-Duty-Task Analysis seminars and pilot training programs for Information Technician, Information Technician Submarines and Electronic Technician Radio ratings.● Evaluated and interpreted cyber vulnerability data for trends and developed plans for units to become compliant quickly and correctly, saving time and energy of the Sailors.

Washington, Dc, Us

● Supervised a team of four personnel in the administration, infrastructure configuration management, data loss prevention (DLP), vulnerability audits, data migration, backup and disaster recovery, and upgrade of multiple enterprise networks having 100 shipboard workstations utilized by 160 personnel encompassing Tactical and Non-Tactical networks. ● Managed IT Certification & Accreditation (C&A) programs and policy compliance, system security plans, disaster recovery, mitigation, and contingency planning. Ensured core network security services, access controls, servers, strategic and tactical military systems data stores remained secure and available, while ensuring continued data integrity. ● Developed successful enterprise security policy, compliance, and cyber security awareness programs. ● Led security policy indoctrination courses complying with management and Department of the Navy (DON) Cybersecurity Workforce (CSWF) training and awareness objectives.

Washington, Dc, Us

Led, mentored, and trained 60 employees in complex organizations. Direct advisor to the senior executive on employee matters including performance, reward systems, conflict resolution, work satisfaction, performance evaluations, organizational climate, and disciplinary matters. Assisted mid and senior leaders in assessing their direct reports. Worked closely with legal counsel to resolve employee relation issues.• Recognized for excellence in employee retention and quality career counseling and advice. Developed organization-wide written instructions and policies.• Fostered positive organizational changes while maintaining trajectory towards necessary business goals; Actively applied continuous process improvements in onboarding of employees for improved efficiency and accuracy.• Provided one-on-one counsel and advice and classroom briefings to employees during onboarding to communicate policy requirements, expectations, lessons learned, and pathways to success. Assisted employees with their HR-related issues.

Washington, Dc, Us

• Led 3 division supervisors and 30 personnel across various operational, maintenance, fault localizations, and troubleshooting of the Tactical Local Area Network• Guided the team through full-scale installation of the BYG-1 Combat Control System and BQQ-10 SONAR Suites• Coordinated cross-departmental operations and training across four teams using the Radiant Mercury cross-domain solution incorporated within the Submarine Weapons Federated Tactical System

Washington, Dc, Us

• Managed Cyber Compliance for over 36 Submarines in the US Pacific Fleet under 7 squadrons• Directed system wide network changes in support of higher policy and direction• Developed and implemented a central repository for program office patches for the Fleet to ensure availability of patches for the Fleet • Led a team of 6 personnel supporting the Flag Staff in the implementation of NMCI for over 200 users • Managed multiple shipboard Local Area Networks to include outlook Webmail• Coordinated installation of first installation of GOTS-D network and SIPRNet connectivity• Worked with Windows, LINUX, and HP-UNIX operating systems

Washington, Dc, Us

Attended Navy Boot Camp and "A" & "C" schools.

Master Of Science - Ms, Cybersecurity And Information Assurance

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Computer Science