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David Friedman
Junior Cybersecurity Systems Administrator at Idaho National Laboratory
Idaho Falls, ID, United States
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Experience:
2021 : Present
Idaho National Laboratory
Junior Cybersecurity System Administrator
Provide advanced IT infrastructure support to the Department of Energy, Department of Homeland Security, National Nuclear Security Administration, and other agencies and contractors. Responsible for configuring multi-factor authentication, encryption, and security software on all non-classified systems. Assist cybersecurity professionals with special systems and custom configurations. Responsible for configuring all Linux desktops, laptops, and virtual machines for in-town locations at the Idaho National Laboratory. Utilize, update, and create articles for an internal knowledge-base.
♦Secure and deploy Linux systems
◊Created bash scripts to automate program installs, security configuration, and MFA enforcement
◊Join Linux systems to Active Directory
◊Worked extensively to improve user authentication on Linux systems
◊CIS benchmarking and other operating system hardening for Linux systems
◊Secure and deploy Ubuntu, Red Hat, Mint, and Fedora and Arch endpoints
♦Secure and deploy macOS systems
◊Integration into Active Directory
◊Utilize Jamf to push security scripts, application packages, and other security features to systems
◊Assist Jamf Engineer with troubleshooting and testing
◊Configure macOS computers for travel to sensitive countries
♦Configure virtual machines for development, research, and cybersecurity
◊Windows 10, macOS, and Linux distributions
♦Completion of special projects
◊Automate Ubuntu deployment using custom bash scripts cutting deployments times
◊Acting as primary Field Service contact in Jamf testing for Mac configurations
◊Configure over a dozen systems for rapid response for NNSA active teams
◊Configured ruggedized laptops for testing in secure facilities
◊Facilitated the deployment of the work-from-home program at INL during COVID-19
♦All previous Tier II job duties
2019 : 2021
CRI Advantage, Inc.
Infrastructure Representative III
Provide IT infrastructure support to the Department of Energy, Department of Homeland Security and other agencies and contractors. Responsible for enabling multi-factor authentication, encryption, and security software on non-classified Windows systems. Supported cybersecurity professionals with standard systems. Responsible for configuring Windows desktops and laptops for the Idaho National Lab.
♦Provide advanced Active Directory support for users and computers in the domain.
◊Password resets, account unlocks, and OU management.
◊Ensured repurposed computers were in the correct OUs
♦Deploy Windows systems
◊PowerShell usage for scripts and fixes
◊Use of DaRT for desktop troubleshooting and resolution
◊Manually configure BitLocker on special systems
♦Configure network connections from telecommunication rooms
◊Worked with a variety of telecom technologies ranging from cat3 cables to specialized cat6 VisiPatch
◊Work with the NOC and Firewall to troubleshoot connections and network issues
♦Completion of special projects
◊The foreign national migration project where all physical drives had to be pulled, tracked and replaced with SSDs. Worked with NOC to move VLAN for all foreign national machines at the lab.
◊ Configured a custom server specialized for high-resolution image processing of x-ray images. Configured a custom SuperMicro server and installed seven additional GPU’s
◊Was the primary technician for an infrastructure upgrade replacing cat3 with cat6 connections and new network equipment. Wired the patch panel to all the switches, covering for the network team, patch panel was using VisiPatch cat6 connections.
2018 : 2019
CRI Advantage, Inc.
Infrastructure Representative II
Hardware and software troubleshooting for desktops, laptops, and tablets. Experience building mid tower, full tower, and small form factor computers from the ground up. HomeLab setups running bare metal hypervisors. Participated in College Cybersecurity Club Penetration Testing events. Performed web reconnaissance and intelligence using Maltego, Shodan, and Zenmap. Performed forensic scans on formatted hard disk drives using FTK and file recovery using DiskDigger. Performed forensic security scans using Zenmap and looking for malicious network activity in Wireshark.
♦Performed open-source intelligence gathering and digital forensics labs and exercises
◊Virtual machine configuration running Kali or Parrot Linux
◊Internet information scans using Maltego
◊Investigate criminal backgrounds utilizing state and federal public records
◊Explore IoT devices, cameras, and other publicly available domain addresses using Shodan
◊Utilize NMAP and Zenmap to map networks and scan ports.
♦Build custom computer and server systems
◊Bare metal hypervisor systems with Xen (XCP-ng)
◊Custom desktops (HTPC, gaming, workstation)
◊Custom boot configurations (Dual and multiboot)
♦Perform standard maintenance on performance tuning on PCs and laptops
◊CPU, GPU, and RAM overclocking
◊General operating system security and hardening practices
◊Temporary file cleanup and application management
◊Registry maintenance and cleanup for Windows devices
♦Assisted with the founding and technology of a refugee school in Uganda that now educated hundreds of children and adult classes.
◊Set up an administrator/teacher laptop using open-source offline learning platform Kolibri. It is completely self-hosted and designed for use in remote societies.
◊Set up systems for a complete primary education and early college learning including
◊https : //www.facebook.com/Bilombeletchakubuta/
2005 : 2021
Self Employed
Freelance Information Technology Consultant
Source, recruit and interview candidates for multiple clients in the Idaho Falls area. Utilize a database of thousands of candidates and employees. Complete payroll for at least 15 different accounts and send batches for invoicing to corporate. Perform a large variety of HR duties. Acting as the only local IT for two offices.
♦Demonstrated excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
♦Assess the skills of others and compare to open positions available.
◊Administer any testing required.
♦Utilize a proprietary database to source, input, and hire candidates.
♦Responsible for onboarding procedures, following up on performance, progressing with disciplinary action and negotiating pay increases.
♦Maintained an active knowledge of Federal labor laws and Idaho specific labor laws.
♦Work with candidates to create or improve on existing resumes
♦Generate daily and weekly reports using a proprietary database using complex language functions
◊Example showing employees with a specific location who have incomplete I9 records : Show employee that (Branch Name = Idaho Falls, ID) without (Forms and Procedures = Electronic I9 & E-Verify)
◊Example for generating assignments within a specific time period : show all Assignments that ((Action Category = Assignment and (Activity Name = Fill Assignment) and (Assignment Filled By.First Name = All) and (Assignment Filled By.Last Name = All) and (Activity.GMT Completed Date = today))
♦Completed multiple upgrades to the systems within the office. Assist with all troubleshooting for hardware and software errors.
◊Installed a Cisco 24 port switch and assisted with the remote installation of the office VPN using a SimpleWAN
◊Replaced SimpleWAN firewall with Cisco ASA unit
◊Assisted with the upgrade of operating systems in the office both Linux and Windows
◊Troubleshoot laser printer and assist with resolutions
◊Troubleshoot desktops and laptops for two offices
2014 : 2018
Elwood Staffing Services, Inc.
Recruiter/Human Resources/Staffing Manager
Idaho National Laboratory
Junior Cybersecurity System Administrator
Provide advanced IT infrastructure support to the Department of Energy, Department of Homeland Security, National Nuclear Security Administration, and other agencies and contractors. Responsible for configuring multi-factor authentication, encryption, and security software on all non-classified systems. Assist cybersecurity professionals with special systems and custom configurations. Responsible for configuring all Linux desktops, laptops, and virtual machines for in-town locations at the Idaho National Laboratory. Utilize, update, and create articles for an internal knowledge-base.
♦Secure and deploy Linux systems
◊Created bash scripts to automate program installs, security configuration, and MFA enforcement
◊Join Linux systems to Active Directory
◊Worked extensively to improve user authentication on Linux systems
◊CIS benchmarking and other operating system hardening for Linux systems
◊Secure and deploy Ubuntu, Red Hat, Mint, and Fedora and Arch endpoints
♦Secure and deploy macOS systems
◊Integration into Active Directory
◊Utilize Jamf to push security scripts, application packages, and other security features to systems
◊Assist Jamf Engineer with troubleshooting and testing
◊Configure macOS computers for travel to sensitive countries
♦Configure virtual machines for development, research, and cybersecurity
◊Windows 10, macOS, and Linux distributions
♦Completion of special projects
◊Automate Ubuntu deployment using custom bash scripts cutting deployments times
◊Acting as primary Field Service contact in Jamf testing for Mac configurations
◊Configure over a dozen systems for rapid response for NNSA active teams
◊Configured ruggedized laptops for testing in secure facilities
◊Facilitated the deployment of the work-from-home program at INL during COVID-19
♦All previous Tier II job duties
2019 : 2021
CRI Advantage, Inc.
Infrastructure Representative III
Provide IT infrastructure support to the Department of Energy, Department of Homeland Security and other agencies and contractors. Responsible for enabling multi-factor authentication, encryption, and security software on non-classified Windows systems. Supported cybersecurity professionals with standard systems. Responsible for configuring Windows desktops and laptops for the Idaho National Lab.
♦Provide advanced Active Directory support for users and computers in the domain.
◊Password resets, account unlocks, and OU management.
◊Ensured repurposed computers were in the correct OUs
♦Deploy Windows systems
◊PowerShell usage for scripts and fixes
◊Use of DaRT for desktop troubleshooting and resolution
◊Manually configure BitLocker on special systems
♦Configure network connections from telecommunication rooms
◊Worked with a variety of telecom technologies ranging from cat3 cables to specialized cat6 VisiPatch
◊Work with the NOC and Firewall to troubleshoot connections and network issues
♦Completion of special projects
◊The foreign national migration project where all physical drives had to be pulled, tracked and replaced with SSDs. Worked with NOC to move VLAN for all foreign national machines at the lab.
◊ Configured a custom server specialized for high-resolution image processing of x-ray images. Configured a custom SuperMicro server and installed seven additional GPU’s
◊Was the primary technician for an infrastructure upgrade replacing cat3 with cat6 connections and new network equipment. Wired the patch panel to all the switches, covering for the network team, patch panel was using VisiPatch cat6 connections.
2018 : 2019
CRI Advantage, Inc.
Infrastructure Representative II
Hardware and software troubleshooting for desktops, laptops, and tablets. Experience building mid tower, full tower, and small form factor computers from the ground up. HomeLab setups running bare metal hypervisors. Participated in College Cybersecurity Club Penetration Testing events. Performed web reconnaissance and intelligence using Maltego, Shodan, and Zenmap. Performed forensic scans on formatted hard disk drives using FTK and file recovery using DiskDigger. Performed forensic security scans using Zenmap and looking for malicious network activity in Wireshark.
♦Performed open-source intelligence gathering and digital forensics labs and exercises
◊Virtual machine configuration running Kali or Parrot Linux
◊Internet information scans using Maltego
◊Investigate criminal backgrounds utilizing state and federal public records
◊Explore IoT devices, cameras, and other publicly available domain addresses using Shodan
◊Utilize NMAP and Zenmap to map networks and scan ports.
♦Build custom computer and server systems
◊Bare metal hypervisor systems with Xen (XCP-ng)
◊Custom desktops (HTPC, gaming, workstation)
◊Custom boot configurations (Dual and multiboot)
♦Perform standard maintenance on performance tuning on PCs and laptops
◊CPU, GPU, and RAM overclocking
◊General operating system security and hardening practices
◊Temporary file cleanup and application management
◊Registry maintenance and cleanup for Windows devices
♦Assisted with the founding and technology of a refugee school in Uganda that now educated hundreds of children and adult classes.
◊Set up an administrator/teacher laptop using open-source offline learning platform Kolibri. It is completely self-hosted and designed for use in remote societies.
◊Set up systems for a complete primary education and early college learning including
◊https : //www.facebook.com/Bilombeletchakubuta/
2005 : 2021
Self Employed
Freelance Information Technology Consultant
Source, recruit and interview candidates for multiple clients in the Idaho Falls area. Utilize a database of thousands of candidates and employees. Complete payroll for at least 15 different accounts and send batches for invoicing to corporate. Perform a large variety of HR duties. Acting as the only local IT for two offices.
♦Demonstrated excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
♦Assess the skills of others and compare to open positions available.
◊Administer any testing required.
♦Utilize a proprietary database to source, input, and hire candidates.
♦Responsible for onboarding procedures, following up on performance, progressing with disciplinary action and negotiating pay increases.
♦Maintained an active knowledge of Federal labor laws and Idaho specific labor laws.
♦Work with candidates to create or improve on existing resumes
♦Generate daily and weekly reports using a proprietary database using complex language functions
◊Example showing employees with a specific location who have incomplete I9 records : Show employee that (Branch Name = Idaho Falls, ID) without (Forms and Procedures = Electronic I9 & E-Verify)
◊Example for generating assignments within a specific time period : show all Assignments that ((Action Category = Assignment and (Activity Name = Fill Assignment) and (Assignment Filled By.First Name = All) and (Assignment Filled By.Last Name = All) and (Activity.GMT Completed Date = today))
♦Completed multiple upgrades to the systems within the office. Assist with all troubleshooting for hardware and software errors.
◊Installed a Cisco 24 port switch and assisted with the remote installation of the office VPN using a SimpleWAN
◊Replaced SimpleWAN firewall with Cisco ASA unit
◊Assisted with the upgrade of operating systems in the office both Linux and Windows
◊Troubleshoot laser printer and assist with resolutions
◊Troubleshoot desktops and laptops for two offices
2014 : 2018
Elwood Staffing Services, Inc.
Recruiter/Human Resources/Staffing Manager
Company:
Idaho National Laboratory
About
Experienced Information Technology Technician with a demonstrated history of working in the information technology and services industry. Skilled in Networks, Workforce Management, IT Systems, Interviewing, and Customer Experience. Strong security professional with a Bachelor of Science - BS focused in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance from Western Governors University.
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