IT Specialist focused in information security and computer forensics with an extensive background in various systems in IT. Looking to mature my current IT skills, mentor others, and build new IT concepts.

Work Experience

Job Title: Lead E-Discovery Specialist/Project Manager

• Managed an average of 15 cases at a given time with deadlines of three weeks or less. Priority cases are included in this average and needed to be turned around in a week and a half.
• Located, organized and produced electronically stored information ESI in response to law enforcement formal requests, pre-trial discovery motions, subpoenas, congressional inquiries and Freedom of Information requests.
• Implemented and managed Enterprise Vault, Discovery Accelerator, Clearwell, Equivio, Summation, Relativity, iConect, and Trial Director databases and scanning/optical character recognition systems.
• Presented for I.T. security on various I.T. security subjects to include NIST, SABSA, Access Control, Architecture Security, and Security Engineering.
• Developed e-Discovery search syntax for various search tools.
• Trained in bank examination of small and big banks.
• Performed bank Suspicious Activity Report SAR /Report of Examination ROE reviews for failed banks.
• Worked closely on subpoena/requests with different government agencies such as FINCEN, FBI, Board of Governors, Securities and Exchange Commission, local and state government.
• Performed quality control check of failed bank forensic data prior to production for counsel and court presentation.
• Familiar with the following laws: Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, Sarbanes-Oxley Act.
• Familiar with Bank Information Technology security and regulations.
• Familiar with LIBOR.
• Maintained the chain of custody in all E-discovery cases managed.
• Maintained a consistent reliable relationship with law enforcement in efforts to achieve quick results. Developed process for law enforcement to follow that streamed-lined subpoena requests/special request.
• Reviewed failed bank data for relevance to subpoenas requesting specific data.
• Managed subpoenas and the processing of forensic data.
• Data mines big data in excess of multiple terabytes in order to control cost for forensic examination.
• Project manager over eight contractors in support of forensic efforts for data mining big data.
• Advised attorneys on forensic process to include cost benefit analysis of the request information and usability of the data.
• Unique ability to explain very technical IT events in layman's terms.
• Developed processes and procedures in an effort to diligently manage costs to the Unit/Division/Agency.
• Consistently communicates with management and develop snapshot reports to keep upper management abreast of pertinent events.
• Facilitates the analysis and disclosure of electronically stored information ESI collected for E-Discovery purposes monitors data collection efforts, creates appropriate file structures, converts document images, and creates and edits load files.
• Developed and maintained policies and procedures for use in administering Legal Division's E-Discovery and other information technology initiatives, information storage and processing systems and E-Discovery-related software applications.
• Provides agency attorneys and paralegals with training and other technical assistance specifically related to the research, review, and retrieval of ESI, including use of E-Discovery software and operation of automated.

Job Title: Information Technology Specialist Forensic Examiner

• Executed and led projects involving the identification, collection, processing, analysis, review, production, and preservation of electronic data relevant to legal or regulatory discovery initiatives
• Performed as technical consulting expert during engagements where search and seizure was required
• Assisted field personnel with technically qualifying opportunities and developing an engagement strategy
• Performed routine updates on Microsoft SQL server to include troubleshooting anomalies by reviewing the event logs to isolate problems within database.
• Performed routine backups of Windows 7 systems. I have restored systems, databases, and application. in support of the mission.
• Executed and delivered the technical skills required for completing electronic discovery engagements
• Periodically reassessed the technical performance of partners and suppliers peer reviewed and evaluated new forensic equipment
• Prepared client communications for senior level review
• Support company best practice development efforts
• Responsible for planning, organizing, directing and conducting forensic analysis on a variety of electronic media in support of agency matters including large-scale investigations.
• Executed search and seizure of electronic media
• Maintained Chain of Custody of all electronic media specified on the search warrant
• Served as a source of technical counsel and advice for productions requiring IT forensic support across diverse types of media
• Responsible for managing digital forensics examinations through the entire lifecycle case planning, intake, acquisition, examination, presentation and disposition
• Performed complex, large-scale digital forensic examinations to include collection in a live client-server environment utilizing validated remote forensic software e.g. EnCase Enterprise Edition, etc.
• Provided technical guidance and assistance to legal staff while ensuring that proper precautions are taken in the preservation and prevention of spoliation of electronic evidence
• Provided oral and written communications to legal staff concerning results of examinations to include legal declarations as well as testimony at trial
• Developed, craft, and articulate subpoena language and partner with legal staff to develop strategies for productions and negotiate file and media formats
• Agility and coordination in handling equipment and evidence as required by laboratory protocol

Job Title: Assist. Lead Information System Security Officer

• Supporting audits
• Ensured that all classified assets are properly marked, handled, transported, sanitized, and disposed
• Auditor and recommender of Business Continuity Planning activities enterprise-wide for DHS/CBP
• Disaster Recovery Site auditor ensuring site will be able to resume full capabilities within a tolerable time frame
• Monitoring timeliness of accomplishment of required actions and documents pertaining to the C A of the system throughout its lifecycle
• Performed ISSM POA M Review and Approval for over 700 vulnerabilities and elevating system level POA Ms to the Program level as necessary
• Performed self-assessments of various sites using NIST 800-53 controls coupled w/Customs Border Protection/Dept. of Homeland Security policy
• Ensured that an Information Systems IS security analysis is conducted to determine appropriate security requirements during the design stage of an application
• Ensuring that the IS design meets a specified set of security requirements
• Use NIST Special Publications 800-53A/30/37/14for framework guidance, security control recommendations for General Support Systems.
• Assisting Field ISSOs in ensuring IS security requirements for all applications comply with all laws and regulations and are appropriate and sufficient
• Reviewing, as required, the Security Assessment Reports for the C A process
• Ensuring IS security plans and other C A documents are developed for all applications following DHS and CBP mandated procedures and tasks, such as using Risk Management System RMS
• Provided written justification, when appropriate, to the Chief, STP Branch for approval by the Assistant Commissioner, Office of Information and Technology OIT to obtain a written waiver of policy for mandated security features
• Coordinated with the assigned Field Information Systems Security Officer ISSO on deployment of new systems and modifications of legacy systems enterprise-wide.
• Ensured that the system/application meets the minimum DHS/CBP certification accreditation standards before a recommendation is made to the CBP Information System Security Manager ISSM
• Possessing an understanding of how to determine when security discrepancies exist through knowledge of Federal/DHS laws and security policies, as well as current technologies and architectures. These include understanding the comprehension of CBP's mission, tasks and deliverables for process improvement, and overall risk management.
• Identifying improvement for the accreditation process where practical to lessen: processing time the amount of paperwork and resources required, to include benchmarking and other process improvement activities
• Interface with government IT Security Director and Chief Information System Officer CISO to plan and coordinate directives, assign and track task
• Responsible for the supporting completion of compliance and oversight program duties, including: risk management, certification and accreditation, vulnerability and threat analysis, FISMA compliance, for all OJP systems
• Ensured compliance with government security policies and procedures, review/investigate non-compliance issues
• Performed self-assessments, develop and review Plan of Action Milestones POA Ms , Contingency Plans, Continuity of Operations Plan COOP , Residual Risk Reports
• Assist in development of security metrics i.e. Vulnerability Assessment, Security Awareness and IT Professional Training, Incident Response Training, and other reports for submission to senior government management
• Reviewed/recommended security design changes with engineering staff during System Development Life Cycle SDLC and configuration management
• Ensured maintenance of all minor/major POA Ms using Trusted Agent FISMA TAF in preparation for FISMA audit

Project Lead/Supervisor

• Designed and engineered enterprise-wide communication systems for Andrews AFB.
• Manages, deploys, installs, repairs and sustains fixed, and transportable voice switching systems VSS , Voice Protection System VPS Telecommunications Management Systems TMS , Tier III/IV Senior Voice Network Engineer, Work Group Manager
• Assisted in developing Continuity of Mission Operations involving mission essential personnel to include Base Commander, Squadron Commanders, and Senior Enlisted military staff
• Conducts assessments of equipment and on-the-job training ensuring compliance with Air Force standards and allowing maximum use for manning and skill per project
• Orchestrates communications, computer, intelligence, surveillance, DIACAP/DITSCAP Information System Security Officer ISSO , DISA Gold-Disk ST E, DISA Platinum Security Technical Implementation Guidelines STIG , International business experience, planning and scheduling projects, providing feedback/evaluations and establishing guidelines/protocols
• Setup ISS Scan ensuring Network Security for 40 computers prior to applying them to the network
• Identified security vulnerabilities and deployed patches and/or established fix actions
• Ensured complying units had the certificate operation approval letter for INFOSEC compliance
• Educated personnel on Network Protection
• Authorized and Unauthorized use
• Proper protocol to report viruses
• Virus and Computer attacks are and sign of attacks
• Established and trained ISSOs on a AF requirement and per unit basis on security prevention, detection, and proper reporting protocol
• Applies DOD 8500 series documentation in evaluation, accreditation, and certification of information systems
• IA Compliance by Acquisition Program type
• Mission Assurance Category Levels for IA controls
• Confidentiality Levels for IA controls
• Test and Evaluation Master Plan TEMP