As a Systems Engineer for Fortinet, we are charged with designing, implementing, and maintaining complex network security solutions for our SLED clients. Systems engineers must understand customer requirements and develop customized solutions that meet their unique needs.Participate, Support, and Speak at SLED events.📅Fortinet Accelerate📅FAMIS - FL Association of Management Information Systems📅FLGISA - Florida Local Government Information Systems Association📅FAEDS - Florida Association of Educational Data Systems🏆Achievements🏆2024 Q3 SE of the QTR - Fortinet Channel

🏆Achievements🏆📅Host Multiple Fortinet FastTrack Workshops👨‍💻Develop and Maintain Fortinet BOM Generator Tool🎤Present Fortinet Solutions for Customers and Events

Cyber Security Instructor Delivered a heavily hands-on focused curriculum covering Research Techniques, Networking Fundamentals, Windows & Linux OS Fundamentals, Network Attacks, and Mitigations & Countermeasures, among other topics, as a foundational education in Cybersecurity. Focused on hands-on, interactive, experience-based education on these topics to a wide variety of technical proficiency levels in students.ICCAE Intelligence Fellowship at FIU's Jack D. Gordon Institute for Public PolicyProgram: https://gordoninstitute.fiu.edu/workforce-development/intelligence-fellowship/index.html𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬⭐ Enhance Cyber Security Threat Intelenagance course curriculum𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬Canvas LMS, Curriculum DevelopmentLearn Morehttps://gordoninstitute.fiu.edu/our-impact/people/adjunct-faculty/profiles/adonis-sardinas.html

Perform vulnerability assessments and management, penetration testing, CISO supporting tasks, and analytics, Performs various scopes of Risk Assessments (GLBA, PCI, IT, Security, HIPAA, etc.). Documented and updated security processes, investigated possible security exceptions, and maintained and modified security metrics. Responsible for investigating cyber security breaches or suspicious activities. 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬⭐ Establish key metrics via PowerBI for reporting to internal and external executives of the cyber security operations, including EPS, EPD, Incidents, Tickets, staff utilization, revenue, and cost. ⭐ Implementing internal Cyber Security training modules for staff via SharePoint⭐ Spearheaded career growth opportunities for current staff.⭐ Tasked with increasing efficiencies by automating and eliminating non-value-added security processes.𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬PCI, CCNA, NIST, HIPPA, GLBA, EU GDPR, Firewall, IDS/IPS, Audits, Vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, Connect Wise, Power BI, SQL, AccelOps, Fortinet, FortiGate, FortiSIEM, ArcSight, Splunk, Nessus, Operations, Leadership, training, mentoring, Cisco, Endgame, LightSpeed, McAfee ePO, SharePoint, Office 365, Microsoft Security Center, Cisco ASA, Qualys, Nessus, Metasploit, NMAP, Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP

Providing solid technical solutions for different residential and small to mid-size businesses in South Florida. Exploiting multiple technology options to maximize results while reducing downtime in addition to providing remote and onsite support to issues of all shapes and sizes𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬⭐ Oversee all technology aspects of IT within various local businesses. Managed Active Directory users, security groups, and GPO’s, responsible for all technology orders, support requests, consulting, and coordinating projects⭐ Deploy and manage Active Directory Server between many remote sites over T1 circuits. Provide Group Policies, Deployment Software, Software, and Data access, increase network security, and other network enhancements that were otherwise impossible with previous workgroup configuration⭐ Providing reasonable and competitive prices for various issues while never sacrificing customer service.⭐ Adjusting rapidly to the demands of the customers and their technological needs𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬Windows, Apple, Server, Networks, GPO, Active Directory, LDAP, VM, VMware, Virtual BOX, RDP, Routers, Switches, Wireless, SOHO, QuickBooks, Office, iTALC, Terminal Services, DNS, Login Scripts, Support, LogMeIn, Skype, Printers, Laptops, Exchange, Web Hosting, Repairs, Cat5e, Wiring, COAX, DSL, T1, PBX

Lead efforts in preserving and improving the reliability and performance of the City Police Department Network infrastructure. Spearheading projects to expose the department to cutting edge technological advancements for law enforcement. SkillsActive Directory, Apple, COAX, Cisco Meraki, DNS, DSL, Enterasys, Exchange, GPO, LInX, Management, Networks, OSSI, Office, PBX, QuickBooks, Routers, Server, Switches, T1, Terminal Services, VLANS, Verizon Wireless, Windows, Wireless

Support day-to-day operations of the Police Department, including but not limited to Network infrastructure, Mobile Laptop fleet support, Records management system, dispatch application, SQL database, Mail Servers, Firewalls, VPNs, Remote locations, Various internal applications and special projects assigned requiring technical expertise.𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬⭐ Improve overall cyber security of the PD infrastructure and its users. ⭐ Adjusting rapidly to the demands of the agency𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬Active Directory, Apple, Cisco Meraki, COAX, DNS, DSL, Enterasys, Exchange, GPO, Networks, Office, PBX, QuickBooks, Routers, Server, Switches, T1, Terminal Services, VLANS, Windows, Wireless

Network and application penetration testing and vulnerability assessments. Information Technology technical audits, including network and system components, databases, and application platforms. Digital forensics and breach investigations.𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬⭐ Information Security – Identify security risks within clients' environment by performing Network and application penetration testing and vulnerability assessments⭐ I.T. Administrator – Establish SOP’s for streamlining the management of the company’s information technology. Research and implement new tools to facilitate Network and application penetration testing and vulnerability assessment.⭐ Digital Forensics – Investigate digital media/devices for legal cases. Identify possible threats or intrusions.⭐ Risk Assessments – Conduct Information Technology technical audits, including network and system components, databases, and application platforms, including regulatory compliance assessments, regarding but not limited to HIPAA, HITECH, GLBA, SOX, and PCI DSS.𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Scan, Qualys, NMAP, Nipper, HIPAA, HITECH, GLBA, SOX, PCI DSS, Project Management, Lean Six Sigma, Information Technology, Remote support, Meeting Burner, Office 365, Symantec Ghost, Desktop Central 9, Spice works, Hyper-V, Server 2012, Zywall Router, CISCO, Switching, VLAN, Windows, iOS, Android, Excel, MetaSploit, BURP Suite

Lean Six Sigma consulting firm involved in developing, training, and managing multiple large-scale high, profile projects within the fields of manufacturing, healthcare, information technology, and government. Multi disciplines within the company “HR Generalist, Operations Specialist, I.T. Help desk, I.T. Director, Project manager, Lean Six Sigma Associate Black Belt, & I.T. Consultant. 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬⭐ Project Manager – Lead client PM for large-scale hospital Carelogistics patient management system. Assisted in the development of SOPs “Standard Operating Procedures”, Application roll out, meeting/resource scheduling, and data collector/reviewer.⭐ Operation & I.T. Specialist - Established SOP’s for company social media, marketing, and varius IT platforms “Box Cloud, Join.me, Meeting Burner, WIX, SharePoint, Hosted Exchange, LogMeIn, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn.”⭐ Lean Six Sigma Associate Black Belt – Lean Six Sigma trainer, project lead, and support staff for over 20 projects ranging in complexity and size. Approachable personality𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬Project Management, Lean Six Sigma, Information Technology, Remote support, Web Development, Marketing, Box Cloud, Join.me, Hosted Exchange, SharePoint, MeetingBurner, Apple, Windows, iOS, Android, Excel, Big Data, Statistics, QI Macros, Minitab, Analytics

Provided highly-skilled, technical consulting and pre-sales support to targeted customer accounts. Functioned as a trusted adviser to customer’s technical teams, eliminating any technical obstacles to purchasing, deploying, and maintaining Dell products and services𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬⭐Assisted with various high-profile projects with the internal Dell team, partners, and customers.⭐Provided overlay technical expertise on Dell Systems Management offering to Dell account teams and customers.⭐Performed software demos & provide whiteboard sessions with customers regarding the potential use of Dell Systems Management suite.⭐Directed technical assistance provided to customers in the installation, integration, and testing of software.⭐Worked with customers to answer questions, assist with troubleshooting and develop usage of hardware and software to meet their business and technical requirements.

Provided superior support to all faculty, staff, and students to maximize learning and minimize downtime. Assisted Miami-Dade College Hialeah Campus with challenging, complex projects𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬⭐ Managed large Windows 7 refresh project including, but not limited to sysprep, deployment, and inventory⭐ Assisted in the production and development of instructional and promotional material for distribution in an academic environment, which includes video production, graphic design, and special event support⭐ Developed and implemented GPO’s (Group Policies) that affect campus computers & users via Windows 2008 Server platform⭐ Routinely troubleshot a wide range of devices, applications, technical and network issues𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬Windows Server, Windows 7, XP, sysprep, WSUS, Symantec Ghost, imagining, support, testing, office suite, outlook, user profiles, GPO, scripts, DNS, Deployment, inventory, ticking system, printers, desktop, management, Photoshop, mac, AutoCAD, licensing

Resolved any technical and non-technical issues encountered by staff on-site, supporting over 500 users across three different locations. Mainly managing all data and voice-related devices, which included over 800 networked devices.𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬⭐ Successfully designed and implemented OpenFire real-time communication between multiple sites to service over 500 users.⭐ Researched and tested software solutions and deployed technologies such as iTALC, OpenFire, Open Manage, PStools, and other software between sites to increase productivity and decrease TOC while maintaining the quality and response time of services.⭐ Oversaw all technology needs of the sites including but not limited to, training, developing manuals, installations, equipment deployment, research, and technology assistance⭐ Successfully deployed and maintained roaming profiles to over 400 users. Managed login scripts and start-up scripts to configure workstations with desktop customization, computer configurations, and map network resources such as network shares, desktop shortcuts, and printers on Windows 2003 server platform⭐ Developed & provided training for 280+ technicians on various technologies such as but not limited to Active Directory, GPO, and Symantec Ghost Suite.⭐ Increased staff technical knowledge of basic troubleshooting skills by creating and distributing basic “how-to guides”. 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬Windows Server, XP, 7, Linux, 2003, 2008, Virtual Server, VM ESX, VMware, Jabber, OpenSPARK, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Audio Visual, Wiring, Wireless, Networking, T1, Fiber Optics, DMARC, PBX, Symantec Ghost, Deployment, Imaging, GPO, Login Scripts, DNS, WINS, Security, McAfee, Sophos, Antivirus, iTALC, Dameware, Admin Tools, WSUS, Batch Files, Automation, Analysis, Data Processing, Data Input, TV production, Printers, Multifunction, Project Management, testing, training. Outlook

Pioneered the Generation C (Circuit City pilot program) program; mainly in the PC Service department and assisting with any store technological needs and support.𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬⭐ Key player in achieving the #1 retail store in PC Services 3 months consecutively ⭐ Designed, recommended, and implemented repair center location in-store to a high volume area, increasing revenues for the PC tech support department⭐ Oversaw technology repairs in the store, including but not limited to running new data or voice cables to locations throughout the store and installing and configuring display computers. Troubleshoot store network issues, including POS systems

Assisted in various network and deployment projects including the restoration of the engineering building network infrastructure and campus-wide wire closest cleanup and audit project.𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬⭐ Provided end-user support to over 4,000 staff and students ranging from network support to computer hardware⭐ Assisted in maintaining and troubleshooting all network-related devices (VoIP, Printers, Computers, Servers, Switches, etc.)

Managed, maintained, and troubleshot a large Windows 98, Windows NT, and Novell Environment providing technology solutions for faculty and staff members.𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬⭐ Assisted part-time with the maintenance of over 1,000 network devices sitewide. In addition, 4,000 users consisting of students, staff, and teachers⭐ Provided both computer and phone support which included troubleshooting phones lines, setting up extensions and voice mailboxes for users

Provided continuous outstanding customer service that lead to reduced returns on electronics, and increased returning customers. Assisted in managing and maintaining inventory and stock of items on the sales floor to reduce wasted time looking for merchandise for customers.𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬⭐ Provide training and assistance to any customer with technical questions about any items sold or returning⭐ Provide basic level 1 technical support storewide to both registers and computers