Mar 2021 – Nov 2021 · 8 mos

• Details available upon request

Aug 2020 – Sep 2021 · 1 yr 1 mo · United States

• Mobilized to support the DoD response to COVID-19 at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard.

Jun 2020 – Feb 2022 · 1 yr 8 mos

• Responsible for the overall strategic and tactical implementation of the information security program and ensuring that policies, systems and practices align with risk appetite to proactively reduce risk through performing assessments of existing and emerging compliance programs; planning and executing security assessments/audits and tracking/reporting on audit and remediation plan progress; and developing a culture of security awareness

Mar 2019 – Jun 2020 · 1 yr 3 mos

• Develop strategies and cybersecurity plans with the IT and Compliance departments to address current and future security needs; recommend improvement to security infrastructure and practices. Provide technical security guidance on mobile and wireless device usage. Perform vulnerability scanning, intrusion detection, and penetration testing to monitor for intrusions. Perform security incident tracking; lead resolution of security incident and vulnerability detections, communicate findings to senior management. Conduct appropriate trainings and communications to staff on IT security measures, safe data collection and transfer procedures, security products, and general security responsibilities

May 2017 – Mar 2019 · 1 yr 10 mos · Ballston Spa, NY

• Provided technical expertise for a multi-site network, I supported 1,200 clients on-site at the Nuclear Power Training Unit, applied my knowledge of progressive network design and development strategies, to ensure technologies for “next-generation platforms”. I utilized my strong project management skills to complete assigned tasks, from analysis to testing and acceptance, on the network and infrastructure for the Naval Propulsion training program. My background enabled me to provide a critical technical interface between our customer, senior management, and IT, establishing strong communication channels and alignment of IT projects.
• ★ To integrate off the shelf products into the systems, utilize some of the 19 different languages for different applications that I know to design and develop the software required.
• ★ Successfully introduced and implemented NIST 800-53 risk management framework to the business, increasing the integrity, confidentiality, and security of the systems, reducing the risk of attacks and limiting the damage if a cyber-attack were to occur.
• ★ I am a champion of cybersecurity controls and routinely monitor the network to ensure the network is functioning as designed and to ensure the IT systems meet the needs of the user communities.

Jan 2015 – Jan 2017 · 2 yrs

• Led a diverse technical team of six personnel at the Nuclear Power Training Unit. As a hands-on leader, I managed, planned, and executed systems design, installations, testing, upgrades, and maintenance of electronic recording keeping and report generating systems. I monitored the team’s daily workflow, organized weekly business procedures, and briefed senior management on the overall progress made. Compliance to strict regulatory guidelines was a must so I consistently evaluated technical systems ensuring they were fit for purpose.
• ★ Streamlined and automated processes in administration and record-keeping, introducing electronic attendance, receiving a Naval Commendation Medal.
• ★ Spearheaded introduction of modern technologies increasing office efficiency.
• ★ Effectively guided and mentored overall performance of a 6-member development team.
• ★ Implemented a software development lifecycle

Jan 2015 – Jan 2016 · 1 yr

• Maintained personnel security clearances for 1200 service members
• Handled all message traffic in and out of the command

Jan 2014 – Jan 2015 · 1 yr

• Drawing on my project management skills I developed and managed a 24-week training schedule for 70 personnel and 10 instructors, for a 6-month US Navy Nuclear Operators course, on rotating shift work in order not to conflict with daily work schedules and to ensure all personnel could attend. I recorded when all training held and entered it into divisional training records ensuring all operational policies and procedures were adhered to.
• ★ Enhanced operational readiness and professional development of 70 personnel through scheduling, tracking and documenting completion of 2,500 training events and personnel qualifications.

Jan 2010 – Jan 2014 · 4 yrs

• My team provided support for hardware & software issues for 450 workstations and 13 servers, including secure provisioning, software and hardware installations, imaging, account management, troubleshooting network connectivity issues, maintaining Electronic Shift Operations Management System (ESOMS), MCAP and chemistry programs. I upheld a high standard of technical documentation, user training, enforced IT security policies and procedures, and maintained up-to-date records. With my passion for all things technical I investigated and resolved business system-related errors in a timely and effective manner.
• ★ Effectively administrated both UNIX and Windows servers, ensured issues were resolved or escalated in a timely manner while maintaining a high level of customer service.
• ★ Received Naval Commendation Medal for developing and maintaining the Navy’s confidential LAN with offsite capabilities by Tactical Local Area Network Encryption (TACLANE) inside a private shipyard.

Jan 2009 – Jan 2011 · 2 yrs

• I worked as part of the maintenance department, playing a crucial role in reworking and fabricating the ship’s fittings, performing scheduled checks, and preemptive and remedial maintenance on a variety of electrical equipment including motor controllers, fuse panels, lighting systems, generators, power panel, motors and switchboards. I reported on all tasks undertaken and adhered to health and safety procedures at all times, played an active role in risk assessment.

Jan 2004 – Nov 2007 · 3 yrs 10 mos · Foresthill, California

• Sparked by my passion for all things technical and my love of gaining knowledge and skills, I provided technical support, systems management and technical updates for 11 Linux servers used to deliver web hosting for 1,500 clients. I interfaced with five employees to organize shift schedules and 24/7 support for technical calls. My ability to analysis and resolve issues led to an excellent professional relationship with peers, management and clients.
• ★ Demonstrated talent for quickly learning new information, procedures, and technologies.