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•Managing and assisting the I.T. information security leadership to maintain the ANAB Accreditation, year to year.•Managing and assisting eDiscovery & Forensics Investigation team in data acquisition, collection, forensic analysis, data processing, and others.•Communicating with managers, team leaders, leadership, and clients to ensure adherence to quality and project timelines while minimizing delays to focus on project management the triangle of equality.•Continuously evaluating eDiscovery & Forensics Investigation tools, processes, and procedures to enhance workflow and services offering provided to clients. •Conducting high-level forensic examinations of digital evidence/footprint, including maintaining the chain of custody, disassembling, and examining related hardware.•Utilizing and leveraging forensic software such as FTK, EnCase\Open-Text, Magnet Forensics, Cellebrite, autopsy sleuth kit, REMnux, F-Response, Splunk, Netwitness, and others.•Processed over 1000+ mobile devices, including iOS, Android, and 1000+ laptops and desktops for in-depth forensic analysis.•Preparing and reviewing written reports of forensic examination of findings to include procedures leveraged and evidence located based on ANAB’s standards and requirements.

•Provided oversight of forensic collection and analysis of electronic data.•Developed collection and forensic methodologies to ensure a consistent approach to data acquisition and analysis.•Developed policies and standard operating procedures along with process quality control measures and proper documentation.•Conducted high level forensic examinations of digital evidence/footprint, including physically obtaining the chain of custody, disassembling, examining computers/mobility and related hardware.•Utilized and leveraged forensic software such as FTK Enterprise, sleuth kit, SIFT, F-Response, other/applications to acquire/analyze electronic media (s).•Prepared written report of forensic examination findings to include procedures used and evidence located.•Analyzed industry technology trends to incorporate proven technologies into practice.•Provided technical guidance and assistance to others involved in the investigation to ensure precautions are taken to prevent data and equipment damage.•Conducted and performed forensic investigations of misconducts, malware analysis and digital forensics relating to cyber threats/attacks and data breaches, utilizing tools such as FTK and SIFT Kit.•Applied experience and knowledge to guarantee that the goal of providing repeatable, quality, defensible solutions to practical problems is being met•Participated in interdepartmental endeavors aimed at business growth and development

•Managed, monitored and supported key encryption management under the FIPS secure environment, utilizing and leveraging the approved 3rd party vendor such SafeNet, Vormetrix, and NCipher.•Conducted, monitored, and performed, administrated and remediated vulnerabilities and assessments of both internal systems and external perimeters (DMZ).•Conducted and performed ethical hacking/penetration testing against company systems and networks, utilizing a combination of automation and manual verification/validation of vulnerable exploits.•Analyzed and performed web applications based on the OWASP top 10 and SANS top 25 vulnerabilities.•Supported and prepared BU's for all type of audits and PCI Certifications, (PCI-DSS, HIPPA, SOX, PA-DSS).•Well trained on Defensive Network Infrastructure, Packet, Analysis, Pen-test, First Responder, Malware, and Data Loss Prevention (DLP).

•Provided computer A+ support with PC/Mobility support, setup, and configuration for over 25,000+ users. including Board and Chairs members with software and hardware within the SCCM environment. •Supported Microsoft Exchange Cluster Environment with Active Sync for Mobility (BYOD & MDM).•Served as a primary lead SME interface for both internal and external contributing organizations relative to technical requirements, direction, and IT resolution.•Lead and primarily responsible for lease replacement for Convergys's site-to-site PC re-fresh with the inventory and ordering of IT assets both software, hardware as well as special order for the Board and Chairs members.

•Developed a master test plan for individual test levels for individual projects with SDLC testing methodology.•Implemented TPI, TMAP and SCT methodology for individual projects.•Administered, maintain and creator of the Error Defect Management.•Led and executed testability review of requirements.•Provided technical expertise and counsel to management, other organizations, and special projects personnel.