Experience

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  Archer western contractors

  Jan 2011 - Dec 2012

  It support technician

  -Implement the groups and policies for the Microsoft Active Directory database system -Configure Cisco routers and VPNs. Travel to job sites to set up these routers -Fix all varieties of hardware issues such as: printers/scanners, office phones, desktops and laptops -Troubleshoot and fix Internet/Server outages as well as programs and applications -Create and maintain the backups of servers at multiple job sites -Familiar with Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager -Maintain office phones and extensions by using the Avaya Phone Directory -Set up company cell phones for employees as well as create, close down, and manage cell phone services -Keep inventory of equipment -Take support phone calls for any hardware or software related issues Show less

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  Georgia tech research institute

  Jan 2013 - Nov 2023

  - Complete oversight of all 12+ GTRI-CIPHER Lab secure networks that generate $45M annually, which includes full Cyber Security accountability and Lead System Administrator for the architecting, deploying, maintaining, and full lifecycle management of all 12+ Classified Collateral DoD networks- Directed the Secure Sponsored Support team to achieve over 7 consecutive years of 100% Security Compliance with no findings during the annual Defense Counterintelligence Security Agency (DCSA) audits, demonstrating strong leadership and adherence to security protocols.- Scaled and led the Secure Sponsored Support team from 4 to 13 employees, including geographically dispersed staff, successfully managing team growth and enhancing operational capacity.- Supervised and directed up to 13 employees, handling full supervisory duties such as project tasking, employee training, resource and financial management, and fostering professional growth and development to strengthen team performance.- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration with stakeholders (RSD, SCD, DCSA, DISA, and more) to perform ongoing project walkthroughs, translating customer goals into secure network solutions while ensuring team compliance with all mandatory security regulations.- Served as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and Point of Contact (POC) for Cyber Security Risk Management Framework (RMF) needs, guiding multiple GTRI laboratories, Research Security teams, and Engineering teams, and providing leadership on security standards.- Consulted and mentored engineers and CIPHER groups on Collateral System and Project requirements, collaborating to map project needs to security goals, demonstrating strong leadership in risk management and technical guidance.- Drove strategic security initiatives requested by Senior Leadership, effectively translating high-level security goals into actionable plans that were implemented across the team, ensuring alignment with broader organizational objectives. Show less The Cybersecurity, Information Protection, and Hardware Evaluation Lab (CIPHER) conducts applied research focused on cyber threats and countermeasures as well as secure multilevel information sharing, vulnerability identification, high performance computing, analytics and more.- Oversaw all IT Operations for the Atlantic Station location, supporting over 125 employees and 450+ unique devices, resulting in smooth operations and limiting program downtime- Led and mentored a team of 8 student employees and 1 full-time employee, including project planning, task management, facilitating professional development, and conducting annual evaluations- Maintain a 100% compliance rate under Certification and Accreditation, as well as RMF frameworks, by sustaining a strong continuous monitoring program that maintains compliance and minimizes security risks through regular scanning and remediation efforts- Implemented strategies to automate system and network deployments (both secure and unclassified), leading to a 50% reduction in deployment time and increased operational efficiency.- Developed and maintained 12+ security-hardened networks, including Windows and RHEL configurations, ensuring enhanced security and 100% compliance with organizational and industry standards.- Design and create robust security setups for Windows and RHEL systems by defining system specifications and security profiles for secure IT systems based on Sponsor, Customer, DoD, and GTRI requirements Show less - Ensured 100% operational readiness for mission-critical projects by efficiently designing, configuring, and deploying over 100+ secure DoD systems and 12+ secure networks for the CIPHER/CTISL Lab- Diagnosed and resolved security, networking, and operational issues across multiple DoD networks, effectively limiting downtime and reducing risk, ensuring consistent network performance and security.- Reduce reoccurring task completion time by over 50% for both classified and unclassified systems by developing and implementing automation strategies and procedures, - Configured, developed, and deployed both secure and unclassified Windows, RHEL, and Mac systems- Configured, developed, and deployed Windows and ESX servers- Worked with VMware VCenter which includes creating and managing virtual machines-Troubleshooting and resolving any hardware, software, or network issues Show less

  • Information System Security Engineer Manager

    May 2017 - Nov 2023

  • Information System Security Engineer / Helpdesk Operations Building Lead

    May 2014 - May 2017

  • I.T Operations/Security Engineer Co-op

    Jan 2013 - May 2014
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  College of computing and software engineering (ccse) at kennesaw state university

  Aug 2020 - Nov 2023

  Lecturer, department of information technology

  Lecturer in the Department of Information Technology. Courses taught: IT Security Administration and Privacy, Data Communications and Networking

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  L3harris technologies

  Nov 2023 - now

  Lead information security systems engineer

  - Full responsibility for ensuring RMF, NIST, and Supplier Cybersecurity standards compliance for all L3Harris Alpharetta Government Sponsors and Customer Programs- Analyze Request for Proposals (RFP’s) to understand Cybersecurity requirements for new Program Bid efforts, creating Technical Baseline Review criteria to explain the full breadth of Cyber Requirements for the effort- Create Basis of Estimates (BOE’s) for RFPs, which includes all Subtasks, Completion Criteria, Estimate Types, Cyber labor hours and requirements, as well as justifications/formulas used for calculations- Perform as L3Harris Cyber SME to provide comprehensive oversight and strategic task leadership to subcontractors, guiding them to ensure they fully meet and adhere to all cybersecurity requirements from the Prime Contractor.- Routinely engage and work cross-functionally with L3Harris and Customer engineers, as well as other Government employees, to ensure proper security compliance is maintained for programs while ensuring end goals and product functionality are met- Ensure Information Security Requirements and Program Protection requirements are addressed in all phases of the system development life-cycle (SDLC)- Lead Software and Firmware Engineers through Static Code Analysis including walkthroughs of applicable CWEs, CVEs, and CAPECs- Maintain proper security and risk management for both programs and products by building Accreditation packages that ensure business continuity is maintained while ensuring deliverables are achieved without any limitations- Identify security risks, threats and vulnerabilities of avionic systems, applications, and new technology initiatives- Assist program security in the development of policies and procedures for emerging security technologies- Support and assist with vulnerability assessment activities as requested by internal stakeholders as well as the Facilities Security Officer (FSO) Show less