SUMMARY:

• Executive Leader, Business Analyst, Hands on Engineer with more than 25 years of experience in business and system analysis, wired and wireless network engineering, Smart Grid development and implementation, project management, Cyber/Network security Management, Fraud Protection, and international relations. Highly creative, process - oriented leader who rapidly identifies business and technical problems, formulates tactical plans, initiates change and implements effective solutions that deliver customer satisfaction, security, profit, revenue, and cost reductions. Excellent proven experience leading, participating, and hands on engineering with cross functional teams delivering products and solutions while focusing on quality, time to market, compatibility, and innovation.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Confidential

Sr. Consultant / Cloud Evangelist / CISO

• SR. Network and Cloud Security Consultant;
• Worked with multiple clients as a go to consultant by leading (hands-on) cyber security teams that Identify network and cloud cyber security threats and compliance. To contain such threats and protection of future security issues have implemented Cisco ISA, ASA, Sourcefire/FireSIGHT/FireAMP, NGFW, Cisco Prime, McAfee Web and mail Gateways.
• Extensive use of ASDM and Cisco Security Manager.
• Managed Community Health Systems upgrade of WLC and integration with Cisco ISE and Cisco Prime with over 350 CTOs and over 350 Hospitals across the U.S.
• The management of teams were diverse, the technology was diverse. My hands-on experience gives me the understanding of all aspects of network security. Some projects not addressed above used the technologies listed below;
• Provide Network Security, Penetration Testing, and network defense strategies to clients throughout the world.
• Consult with major utilities on Smart-Grid Cybersecurity and physical security, and provide recommendations and technology implementation (NERC CIP v3 - v5).
• Provide Crypto-Currency Consulting and Security recommendations.
• Create Solutions based upon Microsoft Azure, AWS and Vmware vCloud Cloud Platforms, VM’s, Databases, Servers, AD, FIM, DNS, IPS, and other cloud base products.
• Migration of Windows XP to Windows 7, Windows 8.1, and Windows 10 operating systems.
• Cisco Prime, ISE, ACS, and 5508 Controller migrations.
• Leader for driving Security Breach issues to closure, while also advising customers on compliance with state and federal laws (NERC / NIST v3-v5)
• Served as VP for National Smart grid solution telecommunications provider.
• Extensive research on Current security issues. (TLS/SSL,Secp256r1(k1), ECDSA, AES, ECDHE etc.) Attacks and recent vulnerabilities (side-channel attacks, timing attacks etc.)

Confidential

SR. Wireless RF Field Engineering Mgr.

• Responsible for supporting customers on an IPv6 global mesh network of Millions of subscribers/nodes within the service area of FPL, BGE, PGE, Duke and ConEd.
• Responsible for SCADA integration and troubleshooting with hundreds of thousand RTUs with DNP3 port mapping.
• Evaluated potential security issues with third party IEDs, RTUs, PLC’s, Sensors and Relays.
• In depth communication with customer on all external and internal project status.
• Responsible for performing Site Surveys for mesh deployment, and troubleshooting complex problems in the field.
• Responsible for management of third party companies/contractors to perform complex tasks.
• Self-Managed workflow.
• Created Linux Shell scripts that made tedious tasks run more efficiently.
• Worked with customers to identify additional security concerns, specifically compatibility and consultation of using the HP SIEM Software suite of applications for security and compliance
• Advised on AWS Cloud and Microsoft Azure AD, VPN, and FIM security solutions
• Trained other Engineers on the specific engineering tasks of Distributed Automation of Energy utilizing Silver Spring Technology.
• Trained customers on NERC CIP v3 and v5.
• Startup Engineering Lead of the CPS energy Smart Grid project in San Antonio, Texas.
• While starting the CPS Startup, I started Business Process Re-engineering - I redefined the design, implementation, optimization and remediation process by creating an application for mobile devices (IOS/Android/HTML5) utilizing all the features of the device (location, lat/long, and camera, and collection of RF data) for engineers working in the field. The solution eliminated the need for a laptop, GPS, and camera (aprox. $3,500.00 per engineer), and increasing productivity (est. up to 10 times per engineer.)

Confidential

Veterans Administration - Principle Wireless Security and Implementation Consultant

• Responsible for on-site design of Wireless 802.11a/b/g networks utilizing Cisco Location based services (Cisco LBS), data, and voice while utilizing a complete Cisco infrastructure of Access Points (AP), Wireless LAN Controllers (WLC), Cisco Identity Service Engines (ISE), the Cisco Wireless LAN Solution Engine (WLSE), Trustsec, and the Cisco Wireless Domain Services (WDS) in Nationwide Veterans Administration medical facilities. Insured 100% availability of 54Gbs for support of voice, implemented QoS for voice priority.
• Analysis of building design and construction and its impact on environmental and mobile applications while designing enterprise class 100% fault tolerant wireless networks for use in mission critical applications.
• As a team lead, responsible for managing and training other team members and third party contractors.
• Over 1 Million square feet per site of network design (AirMagnet), installation, and optimization.

Confidential

Wireless Network Engineer

• Responsible for performing Wireless 802.11 Site Surveys with AirMagnet survey software and installations at Hilton branded Hotels worldwide.
• Responsible for documenting and engineering 802.11 Wireless and Wired High Speed Internet access infrastructure in assigned Hilton properties.
• Responsible for installing and configuring 802.11 Cisco Access points, Switches, Routers and Billing gateways.
• Management of crew (Wiring contractors, Technicians)
• Daily communication of project status with Hotel Management and AT&T Management.
• Management of Handoff Meetings to Handoff sites to Hilton NOC.

Independent

Wireless Security Consultant

• Responsible for advising clients on 802.11 Wireless and wired network designs and implementation. Specialized utilizing Cisco 1100 and 1300 series access points, Catalyst Switches, Motorola APs, and Aruba Networks Thin Access Points and Controllers.
• Performed 802.11 Wireless site surveys using AirMagnet, and predictive analysis using RF3D and the Aruba RF Planner.
• Responsible for Securing networks with Cisco ASA 5500 series firewalls and transitioning networks from Cisco PIX series firewalls.
• Responsible for designing and implementing PCI DSS compliant wireless and wired networks.
• Responsible for GSM site surveys and deploying GSM 3G Picocells.
• Responsible for Implementing 802.11 Wireless Network security using Air Defense.
• Responsible for overall 802.11 wireless and wired network security assessments, recommendations and implementation.
• Responsible for lowering clients’ bandwidth cost’s by implementing Squid proxy systems, and tight ACS security policies.
• Responsible for designing cable plants and managing outsourced Cable Crews and third party Technicians.
• Responsible for delivering proposals to clients (results of Wireless 802.11 site surveys, Wireless 802.11 AP Placement, Recommended Equipment lists)
• Worked for Continental Wireless on an emergency response unit for Continental Airlines for rollout in emergency locations utilizing KU based satellite, VPN, UHF/VHF radios, and WiMax.

Confidential

Wireless Network Engineer (AT&T)

• Responsible for performing Cisco Wireless 802.11 Site Surveys with AirMagnet survey software and installations at Hilton branded Hotels worldwide.
• Responsible for documenting and engineering Wireless and Wired High Speed Internet access infrastructure in assigned Hilton properties.
• Responsible for installing and configuring 802.11 Cisco Access points (AP), Switches, Routers using QoS, VLANs and MPLS, and Billing gateways (Nomadix).
• Management of crew (Wiring contractors, Technicians)
• Daily communication of project status with Hotel Management and AT&T Management.
• Management of Handoff Meetings to Handoff sites to Hilton NOC.
• Using Fluke Test Tools certified all completed network installs.

Confidential

Consultant

• Responsible for day to day operations, strategy, network design, and engineering.
• Chief Network engineer responsible for all Routers, Switches, DSL Circuits, ATM topology, 802.11 / WiMax Wireless topology, Circuit Management, and installation for preferred customer accounts.
• Managed over 30 employees and contractors, growing sales to over 3M a year.
• Negotiated, managed, and identified several acquisitions, mergers, and bankruptcy operational transitions.
• Managed external relationships with CLEC/TELCO and backbone partners.
• Responsible for over 10,000 end users. Managed TCP/IP network, including FTP, WWW, DNS, SMTP, IMAP, POP3 and database servers
• Responsible for Program Management, Managing thousands of Infrastructure related projects for customers IT outsourcing needs.
• Successfully managed startup, acquisition, and day to day operations of in house data centers as well as client data centers throughout the United States and the Rep. of Panama.
• Implemented Squid proxy server’s allowing the company to save over 35% in bandwidth costs.
• Managed System wide security, utilizing TACACS+, RADIUS and Cisco Access Lists.
• Managed VOIP program and offerings. Responsible for evaluating and developing VOIP solutions including Call Center, Branch/Home office integration, Least Call Routing, billing, and reporting.
• Responsible for Setup/Installation/Negotiation of 802.11 / WiMAX Microwave Wireless Towers and Base Facilities.
• Spearheaded 802.11 Wireless development, implementation and Management of several large WLAN networks in El Paso, Mexico, Panama, and Austin Texas with a user base of over 5,000 Wi-Fi end users.
• Performed RF 802.11 and WiMAX site surveys to identify RF interference in heavily congested Wireless Network communication towers.
• Responsible for rollout of several Cisco Wireless 802.11 Sites utilizing WLSE and ACS, Radius, and TACACS Authentication.
• Responsible for configuring Cisco router deployments using Cisco IOS, ACS, QoS, VLANs, OSPF, BGP and VPN’s.
• Responsible for managing Cisco Firewalls utilizing Cisco ACS Access lists.
• Implementation of Wireless 802.11 HOTSPOTS utilizing RADIUS, TACACS+ and ACS Authentication.
• Managed Tech support/Engineering team.
• Responsible for Certification, Testing, and development of CPEs.

Confidential

Project Manager, Sr. Advisor, New Product Operations

• Responsible for introducing new products into Dells worldwide manufacturing facilities in the US, Asia-Pac, Europe and Latin America regions.
• Utilized SDLC and PMI Project Management methodologies to develop and launch hardware (Desktop PC’s, Notebooks, Servers and peripherals) and software (i.e., BIOS, Customer Applications, OEM Applications, and Firmware) to be released worldwide.
• Responsible for all Manufacturing Operations of New Products.
• Engaged core team of over 20 individuals from Marketing, Sales, Development, and Manufacturing, Engineering, QA, Technical support, procurement and logistics.
• Managed product introduction schedule worldwide across all manufacturing facilities.
• Focused on Time to Market, Quality and Manufacturing time.
• Defined New Product Introduction Project Template/Timeline from Business Contract acceptance to Ready to Ship.
• Responsible for the selection of International outsourcing of Rework, Manufacturing, and Technical support facilities.
• Oversaw the selection of OEM Manufacturing facilities worldwide.
• Representing extended team in core team meetings addressing all issues, and communicating schedule changes and or conflicts.