As the Cyber Policy Analyst for the U.S. Department of State, collaborated with SMEs to research, develop, and maintain domestic and overseas cybersecurity policies, to include the use of new and emerging technologies• Examined incoming policy exception requests, provided requisite compensating controls and mitigation strategies, and authored a recommendation decision memorandum based off the residual risk created by the deviation to policy• Provided SME cybersecurity guidance for all Department of State users with questions regarding any cybersecurity related matters (e.g., disposition/transport of media and information requirements, remote work/processing controls, use of electronics within unclassified and classified areas)• Provided SME cybersecurity guidance for revisions and updates to classified and unclassified Department of State cybersecurity policies to ensure policy remains relevant to emerging technologies• Maintained databases to track incoming cybersecurity questions, policy exception requests, and policy documents that require revisions or updates to ensure the customer service level agreement (SLA) is met and followed

• As the Authorization and Accreditation (A&A) ISSO on a high-visibility program, collaborated with GDIT corporate support teams to author documentation for a [Green Field] new IT services implementation; researched NIST and client guidance, parsed tasks between A&A and Operational cyber support divisions. Working alongside technical and service development teams, designed/published a document hierarchy, authored Cyber Department policies (including overarching RACIs) to drive interoperability between a joint-GDIT/GDMS A&A team, Cyber Operations elements, service operations, and the client.• Team member on a Cyber analysis effort; Analyzed client-provided assigned controls list, (800-53-based SCTM) collaborated with the joint GDIT/GDMS cyber operations team and Program/Project Managers to establish line-item-level mitigations on a condensed schedule; assisted with client-facing feedback regarding status, elapsed time to repair and overall compliance rates.• Leveraged GDIT Corporate reach back throughout the Cyber Policy buildout to support predictability, performance measurement, and continuous improvement.• Conducted Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) scans to enforce system compliance with secure baseline configurations declared in DISA Security Technical Implementation Guidelines (STIGs).• Performed vulnerability scans using Automated Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) to identify system weaknesses, provide guidance to mitigate current vulnerabilities, and prevent future reoccurrences.

• Led Joint-Agency projects at U.S. Embassies on the implementation of Operating Procedures and Emergency Operation Plans to include evacuation and escape plans, disaster recovery procedures, incident response procedures, and contingency operation plans with coordinating personnel and resources for the entire U.S. Embassy.• As a Security Specialist, monitored user controls of systems to include Virtual Security Operation Center (VSOC) encompassing intrusion devices, and supervised the migration to new systems and software.• Led computer systems training for Marine Security detachment in effective use and monitoring of security desktops, security software tools, security equipment, and devices to ensure end-user proficiency in day-to-day operations.• Designed a relational database to maintain accountability of mission critical equipment and weapons.• Constructed and implemented electronic logbooks to efficiently track embassy visitors, badges, and keys.

• Monitored and directed the work of 36 staff members on numerous missions, daily operations, training, and administrative matters.• Managed the Automated Information Systems (AIS) that are utilized throughout the Defense Transportation System (DTS) to track, and interface movement data with load planning programs and joint AIS to support the Marine Corps Force Deployment Planning and Execution (FDP&E) process and In-Transit Visibility (ITV).• Prepared, planned, and executed strategic mobility plans in accordance with the Time Phased Force Deployment Data (TPFDD) used to deploy and sustain forward deployed forces.• Resolved various hardware and software issues resulting in reducing the system, network, and business operational downtime.• Installed radio equipment and programmed frequencies to establish secure communication for missions.