Summary




Solutions-oriented Network Engineer with notable success directing a broad range of corporate initiatives while participating in the planning and implementation of information-security solutions in direct support of business objectives.
Track record of increasing responsibility in secure network design, systems analysis and development and full lifecycle project management.
Demonstrated capacity to implement innovative security programs that drive awareness, decrease exposure and strengthen organizations.
Hands-on experience leading all stages of system development efforts, requirements definition, design, architecture, testing and support.
Outstanding leadership abilities ; able to coordinate and direct all phases of project-based efforts while managing, motivating and leading project teams.
Adept at developing effective security policies and procedures, project documentation and milestones and technical or business specifications.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Network and Systems Security ; Business Impact Analysis ; Regulatory Adherence ; Data Integrity/Recovery ; Disaster Recovery Planning ; Contingency Planning ; Research and Development ; Risk Assessment ; Cost Benefits Analysis
Platforms : UNIX Solaris, HP-UX, Microsoft Windows operating systems from 95 on, Sun SPARC, Mac OS, VM/370 OS2 Warp
Networking : TCP/IP, Novell, DECnet, Banyan, ISO/OSI, IP, IPX/SPX, SNA, SMS/SQL, Ethernet, FDDI, VPN, SSH, SecureID, PGP, PKI, HIPPA, CFR-11, AppleTalk
Languages : C, Basic, Troff, Nroff, HTML, Perl, PHP
Tools : LAN Manager, ISS RealSecure, Checkpoint Firewall, Norton Firewall and Ghost, McAfee/Norton Virus Protection Utilities, HP OpenView, Network Flight Recorder, IBM Tivoli, Tripwire, Snort, Lotus Notes, Microsoft Office System, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Access and Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Project, Microsoft FrontPage and Cisco VLAN Software ROUTERS/SWITCHES
KELLY SERVICES BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON,
Mclean, Va 2009
Desktop Support supporting all desktop issues which includes all windows operating systems, re-imaging desktop, when necessary, trouble shooting desktop issues like back-up os applications, hardware configuration network, printer. Currently on a project to install new HP laptops to all Booz Allen Hamilton employees with new imagines.



Employment

1997 -  2009

2007 -  2009
Data Center Network Engineer

Switched port configurations, DNS updates, ran cables for all sorts of connections, ie cat5, cat6, fiber. Recruited to establish and manage enterprise-wide information-security program. Monitored companywide efforts to identify and evaluate all critical systems. Designed and implemented security processes and procedures and performed cost benefit analysis on all recommended strategies.
Key Contributions
Instrumental in developing and implementing Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery BCP and DRP Plans for corporate sites throughout the United States and Canada.

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Spearheaded creation of 4 new information-security departments, Risk Assessment, Vulnerability, Penetration Testing and Security Engineering services.
Created company policies and procedures governing corporate security, email and Internet usage, access control and incident response.

Collaborated with external auditors to conduct in-depth compliance audits and penetration testing, presenting all results to senior management. Supervised daily activities of Computer Security Assistant and Internet Administrator.
Hand selected employees from Information Technology department to build Risk Assessment Team responsible for analyzing all critical systems, developing reports to document systems vulnerabilities and recommending appropriate solutions.

1997 -  2007
System Administrator

Performed software installations and upgrades to UNIX operating systems and layered software packages and maintains them in accordance with established policies, procedures and service level agreements. Able to ensure the integrity of workstations/servers by evaluating and implementing software and hardware solutions.
Key Contributions
Assisted in the design/layout, delivery and implementation of all Sprint E|Solutions Internet Centers nationwide. Provided input and performed installation of all equipment CISCO ROUTERS/SWITCHES.
Reviewed customer EPL s for LAN/WAN equipment and power requirements. Provided proper cabinets/racks, power and LAN connectivity to customer. Resolved LAN/WAN-related trouble tickets, identify hardware components and coordinate replacement and installation.
Assisted in managing the corporate systems in a racked Windows/Intel environment, the following : Windows 2003, Windows XP, Active Directory, MS Exchange, MS Terminal Services.
Provided DNS services, spam filters, intrusion detection systems, Cisco VPN and firewalls and VMWare servers.
Performed Veritas Cluster Services and Veritas Foundation configurations.
Processed SUN OS/VERITAS CLUSTER configurations.

1995 -  1996
Systems Engineer

Collaborated closely with technical and non-technical cross-functional team members to design and document current and future product direction, : overall system architecture, sub-system architecture, performance characteristics and possible implementation direction. Analyzed current and future industry trends for applicability in the product architecture.
Key Contributions
Responsible for assigned aspects of the platform software design and overall system architecture covering features, functionality, reliability, manageability and performance.
Worked internally with customer representatives and external technology partners to identify, define and document opportunities.
Identified high-risk areas of the system and assisted in developing mitigation strategies.
Created documentation required to support internal or external collaborative efforts like system or product requirements, interface documents, data models, data dictionaries and schemata that include the definition of performance, reliability and quality of service metrics.
Conducted investigations of considerable complexity pertaining to the development of new designs, methods, materials or processes and investigates possible applications of the results.

1994 -  1995
Systems Engineer

Promoted to manage system development teams charged with performing new product QA. Supervised release testing for new applications ; provided final approval for bug-free, fully functional commercial solutions.
Key Contributions
Authored numerous ISO 9000 procedures and security policies in support of engineering operations, participating in regular audits to ensure regulatory compliance.

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STMS
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Performed trouble shooting and problem resolution of network and desktop applications.
Accomplished physical layer installation, trouble shooting and repair.
Conducted preparation for new customer installations, customer contact for coordination, the construction of the customer's data tables and preparation of hardware.
Installed the necessary workstation, server and network and printer hardware at the customer site.

Planned and conducted on-site customer training for system administrators and end-users.
Assisted the customer through the go-live phase with the new system.

Performed other collateral duties that may include new product testing, quality assurance, hardware testing, documentation and the design or modification of customer training programs.

1984 -  1987
Network Engineer

Accountable for core functions of project based workloads requiring technical diversity. Worked on projects and on-site engagements that required energetic customer interaction with Senior Consultants, System Engineers and Service Coordinators.
Key Contributions
Supervised development teams working in multiple locations.

Designed, installed and maintained LAN hardware and software. Extensive experience working with Novell NetWare and SCO UNIX.
Installed and maintained file servers, printers and workstations.
Performed maintenance on in-house network and integration on LAN equipment.

1976 -  1982
Communication Center Supervisor

Provided comprehensive remote and on-site support for domestic and international customers, Tier-III support for LAN/WAN products and sales support for key accounts of all sizes.
Key Contributions
Maintained operational readiness of secure data systems terminals.
Performed message traffic analysis on outgoing messages.
Trained personnel to operate the IBM 029 card punch, UNIVAC DCT 9000, DARFAX facsimile, COMPUSCAN COMET II and AUTOSEVOCOM/SECORD switchboard cryptographic equipment.
Supervised communications center operators.

Miscellaneous

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONS
Cisco Switch or Router
Cabletron s Secure Fast and VLAN
Certified NetWare Engineer, 1991
Control Data Institute, Graduate, 1987
Completed the SF85 process, resulting in a clearance from the US Census Bureau
Certificate of Completion for TITLE 13 Safeguarding Census Bureau
Certificate of Completion of PERSONAL IDENTIFICATION VERIFICATION PIV
Information Systems Security Association
International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium, Inc
Quest for Excellence Awards