Jan 2024 – Jan 2024 · 0 mo · Baltimore, Maryland, United States · Hybrid

• Tasked with the supervision of a specialized team of cyber engineers for the U.S. Navy, I exemplified leadership in a technically demanding and highly classified environment. My responsibilities included driving the development of cutting-edge cybersecurity tools and managing sensitive national security projects.

Jan 2023 – Jan 2023 · 0 mo · Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States · On-site

• As a Cyber Lead, I handled six roles, culminating in leading a team of five Information System Security Engineers. My focus was on managing stringent security documentation and compliance protocols. I initiated major cybersecurity enhancements and developed a comprehensive security training program, greatly strengthening the security framework.

Sep 2021 – Mar 2023 · 1 yr 6 mos · United States · Remote

• Overseeing a diverse team across the U.S. and India, I focused on securing the Whole Foods Marketplace. I successfully managed and executed projects that significantly reduced data intake, upgraded systems, and enhanced security measures, all while maintaining strict budget control. My leadership was crucial in fostering a culture of respect and empowerment, leading innovative solutions like the overhaul of the Splunk infrastructure and the establishment of new security departments.

Jan 2021 – Jan 2023 · 2 yrs

• Align Priorities & Schedules: Collaborate with InfoSec leads to define realistic timelines, ensuring day-to-day operational demands don’t derail project goals. Facilitate Agile Workflows: Introduce or refine lightweight processes (e.g., Kanban, Scrumban) to handle operations without compromising strategic milestones.

Mar 2019 – Sep 2021 · 2 yrs 6 mos · Boulder, Colorado, United States · Hybrid

• I led a team of 15 engineers in optimizing security operations and enhancing system integrity across 70 government contracts. My role involved reallocating resources to match expertise, conducting extensive security evaluations, and upgrading security tools to improve overall architecture and compliance with federal standards.

Jan 2019 – Jan 2021 · 2 yrs

• Led team of 15 engineers, reorganizing and reallocating resources to align with skill sets. Delivered high-stakes security solutions across 70 federal contracts under shared security model. Initiated and completed strategic refreshes and upgrades of critical security systems, aligning with federal security standards and business goals. Conducted extensive vulnerability scanning and security assessments for databases, upgrading SIEM, AV/HIPS, and web application scanning technologies.
• · Team Morale Improvement: Enhanced performance and job satisfaction by reassigning new graduate managing QRadar to more suitable role, while placing experience QRadar specialist in charge.
• · Culture Building: Fostered relaxed and cohesive environment, encouraging culture of humor and camaraderie, instrumental in maintaining high spirits during demanding periods.
• · Security Platform Management: Served as SME for Trend Micro Deep Security, re-architecting layout to improve alerts and reliability across platforms.
• · Change Management: Elected as Change Management Security Representative, validating changes to certify compliance with FedRamp standards.
• · Board Leadership: Managed licenses for all security tools, adjusting for growth and renewal, and participated as voting member of Architectural Review Board.
• · Security Solutions Development: Created “Get Well Plan” for all security tools; demonstrated and deployed Rapid7’s DAST/SAST solution within 90 days after IBM sold AppScan.
• · System Upgrades Successfully upgraded system 2x to maintain alignment with newer versions.

Jan 2017 – Jan 2019 · 2 yrs · Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States · On-site

• In this role, I embraced a low-key, empathetic leadership style that effectively mentored and guided the team. I built a strong foundation of trust and morale, which was instrumental in rapid and effective response to security incidents, including a seemingly critical security breach by the DHS.

Jan 2017 – Jan 2019 · 2 yrs

• Maintained low-key, empathetic management style, focused on mentoring and leading teams effectively. Successfully built trust and improved morale within the team by fostering supportive work environment.
• ▪ Vulnerability Scanning, Detection, & Remediation: Initially blocked unauthorized laptop access during security breach from Department of Homeland Security (DHS), followed instructions to allow back into network. Demonstrated expertise in rapidly identifying and responding to potential threats to security posture.

Jan 2017 – Jan 2017 · 0 mo · Morgantown, West Virginia, United States · On-site

• I managed a team responsible for responding to security incidents reported by the Joint Cybersecurity Coordination Center and other entities. My leadership enhanced incident management capabilities through the deployment of new incident response tracking software, strengthening overall network security and overall responsiveness.

Jan 2017 – Jan 2017 · 0 mo

• Supervised team of cyber security professionals in processing reports from the Joint Cybersecurity Coordination Center (JC3) and other sites, ensuring timely and accurate responses to security incidents.
• · Incident Management: Upheld efficient processes in executing complex incident response procedures and aligning teams for resolution.
• · Incident & Response: Improved these capabilities by overseeing installation, testing, and implementation of Incident Response tracking software.
• · Leadership & Team Success: Provided guidance and direction in validating Nmap scans and editing IP block lists to strengthen network security infrastructure.

Jan 2015 – Jan 2016 · 1 yr · Seneca, South Carolina, United States · Remote

• In this role I…
• Developed and delivered proposed Information Security and IT Auditing professional services Statements of Work (SOW) for clients, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
• Supervised Information Security risk assessments, network discovery, and vulnerability testing deliverables, guiding team members in achieving project milestones.
• Directed vulnerability testing activities using various tools, including Nmap, NESSUS, and Metasploit, to identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities.
• Collaborated with senior management to analyze testing results and develop actionable recommendations for enhancing security posture.
• Provided leadership in ensuring compliance with NDA and contract requirements, maintaining confidentiality and integrity in client engagements.