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United States

Endpoint Security System Administrator/Cybersecurity Engineer Lead managing 2000+ endpoints across 3 classified networks. Develops policy rules and maintains compliance with DOD Cybersecurity mandates.

Arlington, Virginia, United States

Instructs TSCM students on fundamental TSCM procedures.Performs lifecycle management of the organization’s cybersecurity defense and monitoring tools on three classified networks. Led security engineering team in the upgrade of 20+ Windows and Linux based servers, virtual machines, and security applications supporting Splunk monitoring suite, Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) environment, and User Activity Monitoring Software in first 90 days.Discovered and resolved… Show more Instructs TSCM students on fundamental TSCM procedures.Performs lifecycle management of the organization’s cybersecurity defense and monitoring tools on three classified networks. Led security engineering team in the upgrade of 20+ Windows and Linux based servers, virtual machines, and security applications supporting Splunk monitoring suite, Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) environment, and User Activity Monitoring Software in first 90 days.Discovered and resolved multiple vulnerabilities contributing to the organization’s positive Command Cyber Readiness Inspection (CCRI) results.Developed cybersecurity technical modernization strategy for SDC’s future cybersecurity initiatives.Guided security manager in defining the scope and level of detail for security plans and policies. Show less

Coordinated IT requirements for the Office of the Executive Chairman and CEO with Executive Support IT department including Infrastructure/Wi-Fi needs, desktop, and application supportEnsure the seamless and uninterrupted functioning of all technology-based devicesPartnered closely with the Chief of Staff, flight and travel operations and security to always ensure seamless operation

Crystal City, Va

Provided system engineering support to plan installation, integration, transition, and cutover of communication networks and capabilities for national level programs.Performed technical writing, policy development, and system integration documents for high-level Department of Defense (DoD) projects.Supported Senior Staff to ensure customer requirements and project milestones were met.Collaborated with diverse teams in technical working groups to evaluate, document, and recommend… Show more Provided system engineering support to plan installation, integration, transition, and cutover of communication networks and capabilities for national level programs.Performed technical writing, policy development, and system integration documents for high-level Department of Defense (DoD) projects.Supported Senior Staff to ensure customer requirements and project milestones were met.Collaborated with diverse teams in technical working groups to evaluate, document, and recommend technology insertion projects to support future capabilities and new user mission requirements.Performed analysis on current and future systems to ensure efficient and successful implementation strategies.Prepared technical whitepapers, system analysis reports, and specific project integration documents. Show less

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Governed all work related to IT policy, compliance, and investment decision-making for the Chief Information Officer (CIO).Actively engaged with external government and private sector entities serving as technical representative on various Department of Homeland Security (DHS) committees, task forces, and interagency working groups.Streamlined IT project approval process aligning enterprise level investments with agency strategic goals.Drafted and developed the agency's new IT… Show more Governed all work related to IT policy, compliance, and investment decision-making for the Chief Information Officer (CIO).Actively engaged with external government and private sector entities serving as technical representative on various Department of Homeland Security (DHS) committees, task forces, and interagency working groups.Streamlined IT project approval process aligning enterprise level investments with agency strategic goals.Drafted and developed the agency's new IT capability requirements policy ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture and all government mandates.Provided technical expertise on architecture, acquisition, certification and accreditation, systems tailoring for the USSS mission.Developed enterprise policy planning integration and implementation of current and future system architecture requirements and emerging technologies.Assisted with the Capital Planning and Investment Control (CPIC) reporting for all agency IT expenditures.Routinely collaborated with agency-wide customers on development of user needs and requirements leading to integration of innovative technologies.Developed and presented executive briefing reports regarding IT systems project analysis recommendations for the CIO. Show less

Pentagon

Managed teams of military and civilians on the installation of telecommunications systems, networks, and IT services in direct support of the Secretary of Defense (SecDef) global visits to 30+ countries.Directly supported SecDef and his executive staff’s IT and communications requirements, Routinely collaborated with external partners from U.S. Embassies, domestic and foreign federal agencies, and U.S. military service departments to provide IT support for SecDef official travel… Show more Managed teams of military and civilians on the installation of telecommunications systems, networks, and IT services in direct support of the Secretary of Defense (SecDef) global visits to 30+ countries.Directly supported SecDef and his executive staff’s IT and communications requirements, Routinely collaborated with external partners from U.S. Embassies, domestic and foreign federal agencies, and U.S. military service departments to provide IT support for SecDef official travel missions.Evaluated the development of telecommunications systems supporting the SecDef Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) and Continuity of Government (COG) plan.Appointed as the Network Critical Infrastructure Branch Chief over senior personnel to manage all the network assets supporting the SecDef, Deputy SecDef, and their immediate staff.Provided insight and direction for the architectural design and development of DoD-wide airborne Mission Communications Systems and enterprise communications systems revamping the entire executive aircraft fleet with modern voice, video, data, and wireless networks.Oversaw successful implementation of two major network system upgrades, lifecycle refresh of antiquated data centers, and the installation of the organization's first-ever secure mobile voice over IP (VoIP) system.As Acting Critical Infrastructure Branch Chief; managed funds for $6M contract, developed statement of work, and monitored contract performance.Provided oversight of the design, engineering, and operation of systems onboard the National Airborne Operations Center (NAOC), U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM), Airborne Command Post (ABNCP) aircraft, the National Military Command Center (NMCC), and Site R directly supporting the Office of the Secretary of Defense.Performed direct duties in computer security management, technical writing, logistics management and training development.Awarded Quality Step Increase promotions consecutively during each eligible year of employment. Show less

Multiple Locations

Supervised a 26-person military communications travel team ensuring 24/7 IT support for the SecDef and Senior Staff during worldwide official visits.Managed a $1.8M budget; controlled spending, developed requirements, and projected future needs.Deployed, installed, and maintained secure data, voice, and video teleconference (VTC) systems to over 20 countries directly supporting 200+ SecDef official visits.Led teams in the performance of duties through balancing workloads and tasks… Show more Supervised a 26-person military communications travel team ensuring 24/7 IT support for the SecDef and Senior Staff during worldwide official visits.Managed a $1.8M budget; controlled spending, developed requirements, and projected future needs.Deployed, installed, and maintained secure data, voice, and video teleconference (VTC) systems to over 20 countries directly supporting 200+ SecDef official visits.Led teams in the performance of duties through balancing workloads and tasks among personnel.Operated, maintained, and troubleshot mobile airborne communications travel systems utilizing satellite communications networks (SATCOM), wireless, and commercial internet transport methods.Maintained and operated the Defense Dissemination System in direct support of the Joint Intelligence Center Pacific (JICPAC). Provided 24/7 support for the reception, processing, and dissemination of crucial near real-time intelligence information in support of vital defense activities and 4,900 high-level intelligence users worldwide. Tailored personnel qualification standards for communications security program; reduced certification time by 75%. Considered the technical expert, responsible for system's highest up-time rate of 99.9%. Developed training plans, policy, and operating procedures benchmarked by external entities.Engineered, operated, and maintained legacy analog data systems, secure telephones, VTC systems, in-line encryption devices, virtual private network (VPN) routers, firewalls, laptops, desktops, switches, and various commercial off the shelf networking devices. Show less

Bs, Information Technology Management, 3.923Gpa

Honors: Summa Cum Laude

Aas, Information Technology