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Woodland Hills, Ca, Us

-Oversee the deployment, integration, and initial configuration of all new security solutions and of anyenhancements to existing security solutions. Uses advanced risk-based methodologies to deliver and oversee detailed, end-to-end technical analysis of a broad range of interdependent cybersecurity risks with the highest level of criticality and risk to the local and global organization. Analyze, establish, and lead multiple simultaneous implementations of disparate security requirements for a collection of integrated local and global systems/networks. Advise local and global senior business and IT stakeholders/executives how to holistically protect on-premise and cloud information systems through an innovative defense-in-depth strategy.-Design and develop security architecture patterns that meet regulatory obligations and data protection requirements as well as align with the business and corporate security strategy. Perform complex and urgent security testing and security risk assessments to significantly advance the maturity of the organization's security. Serve as lead for enterprise-wide security initiatives to implement leading-edge security tools and platforms and remove impediments. Apply expertise to discovering and responding to severe security breaches and incidents; contribute to developing sophisticated security awareness training; independently drive large-scale programs with external and global teams; and coordinate security plans with third party suppliers or cloud service providers.

Minneapolis, Minnesota, Us

-Directed the functions, processes, and operations of the SOC and ensure policies and procedures are followed.-Guided the 24×7 operations of the SOC to ensure optimal identification / resolution of security incidents and enhance client security.-Managed the SOC team and shift scheduling.-Managed the collection, documentation and research of security incidents received via the SOC.-Provided Senior Management with a realistic overview of risks and threats in the enterprise environment.-Developed and maintained an incident response management program that includes threat hunting, incident detection, analysis, containment, eradication, recovery and chain of evidence / forensic artifacts required for additional investigations.-Worked directly with customers to ensure not only resolution management but also customer satisfaction.-Managed the process improvement program for SOC processes.-Provided direction, leadership and management of SOC personnel.

Washington, Dc, Us

-Direct supervision and management of all unit Offensive and Defensive Cyberspace Operations (OCO and DCO). -Possess an understanding of Department of Defense Information Network Operations (DoDIN).-Daily management of cyber operations center and personnel including incident response, threat hunting, and professional conduct.-Lead efforts in the identification and development solutions for DCO training, software, and hardware deficiencies.-Provide overall knowledge with regards to the capabilities, effects, systems, platforms, and assets required to conduct full spectrum cyberspace operations to executive leadership.-Chief advisor pertaining to all cyber security matters in support of the joint operational planning process supporting operational and strategic requirements in joint and coalition environments.-Mentored defensive cyber operators in the use of DCO tools, techniques, and procedures.-Subject matter expert in the collaboration and creation of organizational level, (strategic), DCO policies including but not limited to: concept of employment, training pipelines, and the evaluation process for validating DCO capabilities.

Washington, Dc, Us

- Technical manager employed to provide uniformed and civilian leadership with the ability to defend their network/s to ensure the freedom of information technology operations.- Directed the employment defensive cyber operations and strategic implementation of cyber effects through the employment of real-time detection, analysis, and the mitigation of threats and vulnerabilities.- Installation, operation, and maintenance security tools in support of DCO.- Coordinated with network and system administrators to ensure the implementation of security controls in support of DODIN operations.- Conducted multiple security evaluations through vulnerability and risk assessments while providing mission defense plans and advising executive leadership on the security posture of the networks within their charge.- Managed cyber threat hunt operations against known and unknown cyber adversaries including advanced persistent threat actors.- Developed host and network sensor deployment plans

Washington, Dc, Us

- Responsible for the security, integrity, authentication, and confidentiality of all information systems. - Senior Advisor to executive leadership with regards to the information security of all communications and information systems while meeting the security and governmental standards set forth by higher-level commands, Department of the Navy, and Department of Defense policies such as NIST standards and compliance.- Creation and the execution of security policies, plans, and procedures for the network and other communications systems.- Implemented data network security measures such as: network intrusion detection, computer forensics, system security incident control, incident response procedures, vulnerability assessments, and keeping all networks within the bounds of the DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF).- Management of the organization’s cyber security workforce in accordance with DoD 8570.01-M standards.- Architect of network & systems accreditation packages in accordance with the DoD Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP).

Washington, Dc, Us

- Responsible for the installation, configuration, and management of data network systems in both a stand-alone and client-server environment, including MS Exchange, Defense Message Systems, and other authorized data network systems.- Installation and administration of network services, both hardware and software.- Planned and executed the integration of multiple information systems in a network environment.- Evaluation and resolution of customer information systems problems.- Implementation of required hardware upgrades and repair to maintain mission capability.- Supervised service desk operations while providing weekly activity reports to executive leadership.