Fernando S.
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Cybersecurity/Information assurance
University of Maryland Global Campus
2014 : 2016
Associates Degree
Information Systems Technology - Network Security
Tidewater Community College
2012 : 2014
2020 : Present
KBR, Inc.
Senior Cybersecurity Engineer/Analyst
DHA Validator for ATO and ATC systems. Approving Veteran Affairs Systems to insure compliance and alignment with DHA/DOD policy.
2019 : 2020
KBR, Inc.
DHA Validator
▪ Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Traditional Security.
▪ Conduct Command Cyber Readiness Inspections (CCRI) and Training Assist Visits (TAV).
▪ Gather network information and other details needed for Certification and Accreditation (C&A) process.
▪ Conduct Traditional Security assessment for compliance in Risk Management Framework (RMF) procedures, Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, Personnel Security, Physical Security, Security Management, Protected Distribution System (PDS), TEMPEST, Environmental Controls, Industrial Security, and Foreign Nationals security.
▪ Conduct Vulnerability and Risk assessments to identify Vulnerabilities, Risks, and proper mitigation needs.
▪ Extensive use of Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG’s), DoD Directives, and NIST publications.
▪ Review Technical Functions, Command documentation, Policies, and any other tasks necessary to complete a STIG review for Cyber Inspections, Assessments, and Audits in accordance with the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA).
▪ Analyze customer's requirements regarding applicable security disciplines.
▪ Provide Training and Guidance on Information Assurance matters during configuration design and modification of information systems; review system designs for IA directive compliance; recommend changes, mitigations and remediation.
▪ Monitor mitigation and remediation progress; provide IA and risk analysis support; provide Technical Support and consulting on-site.
▪ Provide final detailed reports of all findings including mitigation solutions with documentation references.
▪ Provide continued support and revisit locations as needed.
2016 : 2019
KBRwyle
Cybersecurity Engineer/Analyst
▪ Responsible for monitoring network traffic and resources.
▪ Monitor email and network activity for security policy compliance.
▪ Evaluate applications in use for policy adherence in accordance with HIPAA.
▪ Creation and distribution of daily reports to various departments.
▪ Conducted monthly downtime of entire network for maintenance, patch management, and updates.
▪ Coordinate scheduled downtime procedures, organize tasks, and track progress as tasks are completed.
▪ Restoring the network to a full working production environment and releasing to end users.
▪ Resolve escalated trouble tickets involving security issues.
▪ Installation and removal of equipment as needed.
▪ Managed the accountability and maintenance of Networking Operating Center valued at $20 M+.
2015 : 2016
Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters
Information Services
▪ Management of daily logistical, financial, and operational needs.
▪ Managed 6 employees in various roles.
▪ Setup and maintained point of sale (POS) software, equipment, and implementation of security controls.
▪ Setup, configured, and maintained network/computers for business use.
▪ Secured host computers with appropriate end point security solutions and hardening techniques.
2013 : 2015
Beach Breaks
Manager
Skills
Active Directory, Computer Hardware, Computer Security, DNS, Domain Name System (DNS), Information Assurance, Information Security, Network Administration, Networking, Network Security, Security, Security Clearance, Switches, Traditional Security SME, Troubleshooting, U.S. Department of Defense, Virtual Private Network (VPN), VPN, Windows
About
Cybersecurity/Communication Security professional and Military Veteran with a Secret Clearance and 20+ years as an Information Technology professional with 11 + years in a DoD environment. A comprehensive background in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Communication Security, Networking, Network Security, and Management derived from several supervisory positions. Accomplished measurable results while leading over 15 personnel in a dynamic, fast paced environment. Managed risk upon multiple lines to protect assets, property, and equipment valued at $20M + while meeting the expectations of task at hand and senior leadership. Possess extensive knowledge in Information Systems Security, Cybersecurity, IT Equipment Installation. Career supported by a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity/Information Assurance Minor in Information Systems Management, Associate of Science in Network Security, Professional Certification, and Military IT training courses and various multi discipline IT experience.
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