Darren Stevenson , CISSP

Experience

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  National Guard Bureau

  Oct 2004 - Jan 2015

  Network Engineer

  Full accountability for managing day to day network changes, including P2P VPN, Firewall configuration, hardware and software configuration, installing and managing remote installation of WAN/LAN hardware for remote offices. Performed configuration and installation of network hardware for 32 remote locations. • Isolate and resolve network communications issues• Lead end-users training on correct operation and use of workstations to maintain optimal performance and functionality of systems• Review, update and comply with network and Department of Defense policies.• Tracked entire network of applications, databases and servers• Managed department budget and track expenses• Supported mobile access to network systems• Monitored security risks and complete updates to minimize or avoid threats• Evaluated and improved network security measures• Conducted audit system for compliance with DOD standards and polices Show less

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  Army National Guard

  Oct 2005 - Dec 2016

  Mentors and provides leadership, technical advice and administrative guidance and instructions regarding programs, objectives, policies, procedures, mission analysis, course of action, problem solving and coordination of administrative activities. Identifies training and development needs, establishes training plans, and provides formal and informal training as required.Establishes performance standards and evaluates subordinates. Provides advice, counsel, and instructions on work and administrative matters.Plans and assigns non-routine work, sets priorities, and schedules the completion of special projects; cross assigns and levels workload based on priorities, existing projects, and selective consideration of the difficulty of assignments and capabilities of employeesEnforces timeliness, quality, procedural, policy, and regulatory requirements. Show less Advise the commander and staff on all communications related issuesDevelop policies and procedures regarding communicationsEstablish and maintain networks Work closely with staff to provide needed communicationsMaintain and account for all communications equipmentCoordinate integration of communication systems between subordinate unitsSupervise operator and organizational maintenance of communication equipmentManage and direct communications security (COMSEC)Plan, Manage and direct automation systems administration, maintenance, and securityEstablish automation systems administration and security procedures for automation hardware and software Show less

  • Operations Manager

    Dec 2012 - Dec 2016

  • IT Section NCO

    Oct 2005 - Nov 2012
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  Regional Health

  Jan 2015 - May 2019

  Sr Network Security Engineer

  Effective department lead/point person responsible for designing I.T. security policies and procedures within Regional Health. Team lead in vulnerability assessment for HIPAA, NIST, HITECH and PCI Compliance. • Provided internal security consulting for product development and operations of services across organization. Worked with stakeholders on their projects to assure goal achievement maintaining an acceptable security posture• Developed security documentation including policies and procedures for the Vulnerability Assessment Team.• Utilized diverse vulnerability tools to assess operating system, web, and database vulnerabilities.• Developed and maintained programs of regularly scheduled network vulnerability assessments and reports.• Assisted in the certification and accreditation of information systems and networks specifically with the Security Testing and Evaluation (ST&E) portion.• Investigated, documented, and gathered information on data security recommendations to protect• Developed standard security-related device configurations for the intrusion detection system.• Implemented healthcare system information security training• Provided 24/7/365 systems support as necessary for the diverse needs of the organization. Show less

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  Center for Internet Security

  Jul 2019 - now

  Authored CIS secure benchmarks for networking

  • Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

    Nov 2024 - now

  • Cybersecurity Engineer

    Jul 2019 - Nov 2024

  • CyberSecurity Engineer

    Jul 2019 - Oct 2024