SUMMARY:

Multi - talented Senior Network Administrator and Network Engineer with demonstrated progressive IT experience and a can-do attitude. Excellent communication skills, enhancing the ability to bring projects in on schedule and a proven record of . Current CISSP, CASP, CCNA Security and Security+ s, familiar with the risk management process, including governance, risk, and compliance processes using questionnaire-driven risk assessments.

TECHNICAL AREAS OF EXPERTISE;

• Designing and developing turnkey LAN/WAN installations, assisting with Authority to Operate/Connect (ATO/ATC)
• Cisco switch/router installations
• Producing artifacts for ATO
• DISA STIG compliance as team lead
• Researching and reducing installation costs to improve ROI
• Creating IT plans by developing an understanding of the organizational strategic direction, technology context, risk vision and business needs
• Familiarity with risk management and compliance processes
• Operating systems: Cisco; VMware; Windows NT/NTWS/2K/2003/2008/XP/Vista; DOS; Novell; Database: SQL; Oracle; Dbase; Access

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Confidential, Chantilly, VA

Cyber Security Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Coordinated with VA leadership to initiate, track and mitigate malware incidents on VA Medical and Special Purpose devices. Reported incident response efforts to leadership. Reviewed and collaborated on Incident Response Plans and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for VA customer.
• Retrieved configuration files to review Medical Device Isolation Architecture (MDIA) ACLs using SolarWinds and Splunk. Dissected and processed more than 1500 MDIA ACLs for configuration, rules compliance, providing corrective actions to customer. Tracked ACL remediation progress using CA Service Desk Manager, posted resulting information to SharePoint and used automated tools track overall project progress. Completed project deliverables on schedule.
• Provided technical assistance and collaboration with Veterans Administration staff (Biomedical Engineers, Office of Information Technology) on ACLs and configuration management. Actively participated in online meetings to secure MDIA ACLS, making it possible to meet project deadlines. Provided day-to day technical support for Biomedical Engineers and Special Purpose System owners
• Additional duties monitoring, developing and remediating Special Purpose System (SPS) Access Control Lists (ACLs) for the entire VA. Provided guidance for increasing security on outbound/inbound interfaces and removing possible backdoor exploits.
• Conferred with customer to discuss the RMF process, CIA levels, and other practices. Reviewed customer documents and provided technical assistance.
• Camera Review team - As part of the ongoing SPS ACL project - contributed to a five-person team charged with discovering all unsecured cameras across the entire VA. Developed an action plan and communication process to inform and involve the Veteran’s Administration Security Officers (ISSOs).

Confidential, Falls Church, VA

Senior Network Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Provided development expertise for a growing enterprise
• Created Authority (CA), Registration Authority and Store for a PKI infrastructure.
• Participated in the construction and development of two new sites, seating more than 600 individuals. Provided guidance and technical expertise on the security infrastructure during the development in construction phases.
• Set up and maintained Common Access Card (CAC) login on all PCs. Implemented CAC printing on all printers to protect PII.
• Recommended security upgrades to upper management, including intrusion detection methods and vulnerability mitigation techniques.
• Worked with the Security Management teams from other service branches to coordinate security efforts in a shared environment.
• Oversaw junior administrators to fully develop their talent
• Designed innovative security solutions for technical issues
• Interfaced with management to understand the evolving nature of the business
• Set up Cisco lab to evaluate MPLS, EIGRP and BGP protocols in the working environment.
• Reimaged and deployed numerous laptops using windows automated tools to securely build OS image. Provided system configuration and security configuration guidance for CISCO switches (2900/3750). Applied patches to Windows servers on as needed basis using WSUS. Responsible for maintaining laptop builds (WinXP, 7), deploying laptops, hardware and software replacement, network infrastructure security, Windows servers (2003, 2008, 2012).

Confidential, Chantilly, VA

Senior Network Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Provided technical support for multiple Cisco switch and router projects, encompassing 250 switches and 60 Cisco routers. Performed all BIOS upgrades as required and approved. Maintained/consolidated all ACLS as directed and made recommendations for ACLS changes when advisable.
• Maintained 100% network visibility via proactive network monitoring.
• Performed intrusion detection functions using Solarwinds and Wireshark
• Assisted with Checkpoint and Juniper firewall configurations as required.
• Provided technical expertise for switch//router additions, moves and configuration changes (ROAS, RipV2, EIGRP, TACLANE)
• Concentration on upgrading existing site infrastructure in preparation for headquarters relocation
• Installed and configured Cisco PIX firewalls for smaller sites.

Confidential, McLean, VA

Test Development Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Managed a team of three network administrators
• Designed and beta tested client-side installations and upgrades for Electronic Blood Donation Recording system
• Evolved an existing IT plan to fit the client's strategic direction, technology context and business needs
• Saved $400,000 in the first month by returning the project to the original schedule
• Implemented a secure portable wireless LAN that could be broken down or set up in minutes. Developed switch/router configurations using Motorola 5131 Access Points. Deployed the system in various locations across the United States
• Consistently met project deadlines in a challenging environment, while troubleshooting developmental issues
• Assisted with end-user when applicable. Trained local Network Administrators in the use of the system.
• Supplied 3rd tier customer support
• Developed and secured a mobile wireless LAN configuration for deployment in various situations across the US.
• Secured and tested wireless communication for handheld devices.
• Built and deployed a gold image for laptop devices.
• Delivered the image to the field and assisted in for deployment.
• Participated in developing security policies.

Confidential, Springfield, VA

Field Deployment Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Under contract to the Department of Homeland Security.
• Managed a team of five network administrators
• Sustained hundreds of sites across the country, installed LAN/WAN infrastructure and software as required.
• Supported existing Novell LAN infrastructure while upgrading to Windows 2003
• Installed, monitored and maintained Riverbed devices to improve network performance.
• Implemented Riverbed SteelCentral Network Performance Management to optimize the network.
• Designed and developed turnkey LAN/WAN installations and upgrades for Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and US Border Patrol.
• Created and executed IT plans from an understanding of the organizational strategic direction, technology context and business needs
• Determined the customer requirements for capacity, location, budget, timeline and availability
• Interfaced with customers during all phases of the build out, including design, development and installation
• Implemented layer 2 and 3 Cisco switch/router installations using various protocols (ROAS, Rip, EIGRP). Assisted in troubleshooting all router/switch connectivity issues when necessary
• Performed BIOS upgrade and security hardening on all Cisco systems that were installed. Assisted with system patching as required.
• Supported IPv4 - IPv6 implementation using dual stack environment during cutover to IPv6
• Reduced installation costs and improved Return on Investment (ROI) by recommending configuration changes to concerned parties

Confidential, Durham, NC

Project Systems Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Tuned the existing infrastructure prior to the installation.
• Provided software testing support before application deployment
• Assisted in developing application installation and upgrade methodologies
• Traveled extensively performing desktop/server/printers/serverbackup upgrades and software application installations
• Tested a highly secure design that permitted remote maintenance of all servers without using conventional software solutions
• Performed network upgrades and server patching to comply with latest security announcements.
• Provided post installation and patch support for system administrators

Confidential, Durham, NC

Network Systems Analyst

Responsibilities:

• Designed and developed and edited technical documentation for the installation, configuration and maintenance of all LAN/MAN/WAN equipment, including desktop applications, servers and switches, backup hardware and software for the entire Confidential network. Made recommendations for network improvements when applicable. Developed customized installation instructions to be disseminated to the local Network Administrators when software received approval from management.
• Built and maintained a network engineering lab for testing software, network performance, server backup and new applications. Performed upgrades as necessary.
• Tested hardware and software compatibility in a mixed Novell environment. Performed anti-virus patch testing and distribution to all servers.
• Performed Novell network administration including adding/deleting users, permissions/privileges, server performance tuning, printer additions/moves/changes
• Participated in design meetings to develop more robust networking solutions. Developed design ideas to present to upper management.

Confidential, Greenville, SC

System Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Tested and installed custom hardware/software solutions for ID badging, personnel imaging and database management systems.
• Travelled to the site tuned and trained end users on system operation. Customers included schools, universities, corporations and airports ranging from large scale fully integrated turnkey ID systems to a secure internet service offering
• Built and maintained a network engineering lab for testing software, network performance, server backup network and system patching and new applications. Performed upgrades as necessary.
• Tested hardware and software compatibility in a mixed Novell environment. Performed anti-virus patch testing and distribution to all servers.
• Performed Novell network administration including adding/deleting users, permissions/privileges, server performance tuning, printer additions/moves/changes
• Participated in design meetings to develop more robust networking solutions. Developed design ideas for presentation to upper management.