PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Confidential

IT Infrastructure Manager / Facility Security Officer

Responsibilities:

• Responsibilities include asset management, server administration (Acronis Backup 12.5, VMware ESXi 6.7/vSphere Web Client, Windows Server 2008R2 thru 2016) and network administration consisting of Cisco and Aruba devices, implementing and enforcing hardware and firmware security best practices and security solutions at the corporate and business unit levels.
• Corporate Facility Security Officer and Insider Threat Program Senior Official responsible for the oversight of the daily security duties performed by the Confidential A/FSO. Implement and maintain the Confidential security program consistent with all regulatory, government policies and provide supplemental guidance to Confidential leadership. Responsible for all aspects of the National Industrial Security Program (NISP), both physical and non - tangible, protecting classified information and company assets. Conduct inquiries regarding sensitive issues and violations of written policies internal and external to the organization. Communicate disciplinary guidance based on the graduated scale of disciplinary action as required by the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM). Manage foreign travel safety and reporting program. Manage the Insider Threat Employee Awareness Training Program.
• Lead System/Cyber Security Engineer for IPKeys’ CLaaS™ (Cyber Lab as a Service) system responsible for the configuration, testing, and implementation of the virtual environment consisting of Qlik, Tenable, and Checkmarx products, as well as other STIG tools. Also responsible for the research and testing of potential cyber tools to utilize in future releases of the CLaaS™ system.
• Cyber Security Engineer for the Motorola contract which concerns the fielding of a new Radio Dispatch System to the Washington State Police. Performed Cyber Security tasks at the Motorola facility, which included implementing the applicable Information Assurance controls on Windows, UNIX, and network devices. Performed field support in Yakima, WA assisting with Cyber Security and network issues, providing input on questions concerning the security controls on the system.
• Cyber Security Engineer for the US Army TPQ-53 contract providing ongoing support, IAVA implementation and management, performing vulnerability scans of the system, and producing requisite artifact reports to the customer. Job required travel to the SAAB facility in Gothenburg Sweden to perform on-site scans of the radar system.
• Lead System Engineer for the DISA BRAC Transition Support responsible for assisting in planning, managing, and the successful removal of DISN equipment for closing sites in accordance with the overall 2005 BRAC mandates. Executed site surveys at the closing sites and prepared and presented detailed site survey reports including the inventory of all live circuits, DISN hardware, and rack elevation drawings. Assisted in the drafting of the de-installation plan and once approved led a team in the removal, packing, and shipping of all DISN equipment from the closing sites.
• Lead Systems Engineer for the Homestation Instrumentation Training System (HITS) contract responsible for the oversight, assembling, and verifying the operational viability of all HITS systems and ancillary equipment. Identify and document all hardware/build discrepancies with the configuration guide and when necessary research and recommend alternative solutions and resource efficiencies. Provide oversight in the ordering process of delivery orders on all system hardware that requires a complex manual documentation crosswalk and reconciliation of equipment and parts lists, drawings/schematics and module component specifications. Conduct continual quality assurance assessments to ensure that the hardware meets the quantity, configuration and performance specifications listed. Key player in the planning, preparation and execution of comprehensive site surveys at each prospective delivery site. Confirm power, communications infrastructure and space requirements for the installation and, when necessary, provide technical guidance and information on modifications required at each installation. At the completion of each survey, assist the Project Manager (PM) in writing and presenting the survey reports. Alert to obsolescent hardware and/or the potential for alternate or common usage hardware solutions and provide that feedback to the government. Provide oversight to all the cyber-security verification testing procedures. Perform IAVA implementation, management, and DIACAP validation. Assist the PM with delivery, fielding, and training of the HITS system to the end user.

Confidential

Senior Operations Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Deputy Manager for the General Services Administration IT Local Support Team in Crystal City.
• Operational and Technical Lead for daily IT Support functions servicing over 1500 customers.
• Utilizing CA Service Desk Manager, prioritize trouble tickets and workflow for up to twenty technicians to meet and exceed Service Level Agreements (SLA’s).
• Administer customer accounts to include establishment, deletion, and modification of Windows Active Directory user and computer accounts, BlackBerry accounts, Cisco VPN accounts, and Lotus Notes email accounts.
• Perform analytical, evaluation, and maintenance duties in support of customer requirements to include desktop/laptop, software, and peripheral installation, configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Working with other technical teams, provide and implement recommendation(s) on system changes and operational procedures and policies needed to increase efficiency.

Confidential

President, Systems/Network Administrator

Responsibilities:

• Work with business owners in gathering requirements, planning projects and recommending upgrades.
• Install, configure and upgrade wired and wireless network systems.
• Plan and implement hardware, software and network upgrades to utilizing hardware and firmware security best practices to enhance systems security and functionality.
• Create and update detailed policies, procedures, and records of maintenance, and maintain equipment inventories.
• Provide onsite and remote troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance.

Confidential

Senior Aviation Maintenance Specialist

Responsibilities:

• Oversaw installation, testing, and configuration of highly complex aviation computer and mechanical systems.
• Supervised and mentored teams of up to 80 Marines.
• Oversaw six maintenance shops, with responsibility for the oversight of detailed inspections of aircraft mechanical and electrical systems.
• Provided daily mentoring and facilitated training sessions for team members.
• Delivered regular reports to senior management on status of maintenance efforts.
• Responsible for overseeing the logistical transport and mission readiness of military aircraft within and outside of the Continental United States.
• As a helicopter crew chief, maintained and oversaw operations as a flight crewmember aboard the UH-1N and VH-60N helicopters.
• Responsible for the overall well-being of the helicopter and its crew, particularly the operations necessary in the rear of the helicopter.
• Assisted the pilots with in-flight instruction and safety measures alerting the pilots to any obstacles not visible from the pilot's point of view, potential collisions, or of enemy fire or aircraft.