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Specializing in deployment and security of VxRail and Dell Switching OS9/OS10. VxRail is the single HCI platform for every VMware workload and use case, including VDI, compute dense applications, and for hosting traditional and modern applications on a true hybrid cloud infrastructure.

Engineer and maintain systems for customers at various classification levels. Responsible for dignitary level support 24/7 for systems. Accommodated domain decommission of legacy equipment and data storage to ensure compliance with local preservation order. Scheduled, coordinated, de-conflicted and executed authorized services interruptions (ASIs) for the network.Sole administrator on standalone network comprised of multiple technologies; Cisco switches/router, ESXI hosts, vSphere virtual environment, Dell EMC SAN, etc. Implemented solution for data transfer from end of life system to new system, with backup and data archival capabilities and procedures in place. Provided all system and network administration and facilitated data retrieval when needed on special access systems.Managed special networks and mission unique systems in support of offensive and defensive cyber operations.Appointed ISSM for entire area of operation which included NIPR, SIPR, JWICS, and multiple standalone networks. Oversaw cybersecurity for entire Joint Task Force. Direct oversight of all cyber network defenses, communications security, IT risk management framework processes, and cyber forensics and investigations.

Assess effectiveness of security controls for Joint IT systems secure enterprise information by designing, implementing, and enforcing security controls, safeguards, policies, and procedures. Ensure Compliance with DoD Cybersecurity directives; Coordinate the collection, aggregation, and reporting of required metrics, security posture, and pertinent information for overall NGB Cybersecurity Scorecard reporting to DoD. Lead MTARNG team as acting ISSM to a top score of 85% on Command Cyber Readiness Inspection; achieving one of the nations highest scores. Collaborate with mission area leads to identify and comply with all NGB and DISA operational requirements.Address cybersecurity risks and requirements throughout the IT lifecycle for Joint IT investments within the Montana National Guard. Monitor and mitigate identified IT risks during the acquisition process and the system’s life cycle. Verify certification and qualification standards are met by entire MTARNG Workforce in accordance with NGB and DISA policy. Document and report all ISSM, ISSO, and system/network administrator’s certification and qualification status. Assist mission area leads by monitoring cybersecurity risks within the environment and educate NGB privileged users of IT Systems on individual accountability and cybersecurity awareness. Subject matter expert of ACAS (Tenable Nessus), HBSS (McAfee), STIGS, eMASS, and other cyber security tools and platforms.

Data Processing System Administrator, with responsibility of administration of all Data Processing Systems to include HP Unix, Server 2008R2/2012R2, VMWare/ESXI, tape library systems, Dell SAN, fiber channel switches.Diagnosed system failures, isolated problems, developed and documented fixes for all systems. Provided Continuity of Operations plan and configured backup site. Maintained archival process of all mission critical backups for the Montana Army National Guard.

Served as helpdesk lead for battalion level operations, supporting multiple companies both internal (Montana ANG) and external. Contributed to weekly ITO meeting for entire base on troubleshooting techniques, fixes to regular occurring and new problems. First line of response to cyber security incidents.

Bachelor’S Degree, Bachelor Of Science, Information Technology, Security

Computer Software Engineering