Robert Ferry

Experience

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  All Covered

  Jan 2005 - Jan 2007

  Managing Consultant

  As a member of the leadership team, I managed 12+ consultants working for companies of all sizes throughout the DC area. I established a stable project management process that led to high success rates with clients and consultants. As needed, I would step in to provide high-level support on technical escalations. I successfully maintained a 90%+ client/consultant retention rate.US Air Force, Plattsburgh AFB, Plattsburgh, NYHeld top secret clearance as a member of the armed forces. Maintained electronics and missile systems. Show less

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  COPT

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2008

  Senior Business Systems Architect

  I wore multiple hats as senior project engineer, database administrator, SharePoint architect, and business analyst. I aided in migrating ERP data from a proprietary Linux system to a hosted ERP solution. In addition, I took charge of business intelligence and SQL reporting. I built, designed, and migrated to a modern Intranet based system on SharePoint. As a key member of the IT security initiative and disaster recovery program, I also drove the creation and documentation of processes and procedures for multiple critical security systems. Show less

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  George Washington University

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2011

  Assistant Director - Technology Management

  I served as a lead member of the Academic Technologies Group, managing operations for the Networks, Servers, and Security Group (NSS). I oversaw a team of engineers that supported VMware, Windows Servers, and NetApp SAN storage. I led management and maintenance of 800 workstations across the campus. As part of my role, I implemented SharePoint which drove adoption of collaboration and resulted in greater technology governance. I played a pivotal role in securing key systems to meet industry standards. Show less

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  STG

  Jan 2010 - Jan 2012

  Technical Consultant Team Lead

  As IT Team Lead, I guided a technical consulting team of 10+ IT professionals on a key government project. In addition to defining and assigning tasks, I coordinated projects, architected solutions, and collaborated with vendors to define best alternatives to meet targets. I managed a large government network with multiple teams of IT Professionals to conduct data center migration. I also took charge of production management for various customer facing systems.

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  COMSAT, Inc

  Oct 2012 - Oct 2021

  Information Technology Security Manager

  Managing a team responsible for the development, implementation, and maintenance of a company-wide information security program that ensures information assets, intellectual property and critical IT infrastructure are adequately protected. Creative thinker and analytical problem-solver with demonstrated ability to manage projects from planning through execution/completion under the pressure of fast-paced, time-sensitive environments.Drove flexible, secure cloud solutions to meet mission requirements for highly available applications.Developed staff and built high performing teams to keep goals closely tied to organizational priorities. Show less

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  University of Wisconsin-Madison

  Oct 2020 - now

  Adjunct Professor

  Teach Cyber Security courses, providing instruction to up to 30 students in advanced Cyber Security program. Instruction includes Windows, Linux, Networking, Cloud and Ethical Hacking.ThriveDX Bootcamp style program using variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations. Courses include hands-on labs and projects.

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  K_Street Consulting

  Oct 2021 - now

  Managing Director

  Leadership role for a Multi-Market MSP. Hands-on technical management. Led technical presentations, demonstrations, architecture design sessions, and pilots to explain, demonstrate, and prove value of Microsoft and partner solutions. Pre-sales/post-sales including implementations for customized solutions for: incident, governance, patch management, third-party integrations, web portal solutions, reporting, identity and access management. Manage remote professional services team for the Americas region, including scheduling and assignment. Successfully negotiated professional services contracts and delivered projects. Developed lasting client relationships leading to follow-on business with key customers. Show less

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  Varsity Tutors, a Nerdy Company

  May 2023 - now

  Tutor

  Tutor for Cyber Security Bootcamps. ThriveDX, EdX, university degree programs. Support Linux, CyberSecurity and A+ certifications.