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Michael Shelton
Technical Project Manager | Social Engineer | InfoSec Professional | Cybersecurity Consultant | Veteran
Moulton, AL, United States
Details
Education:
Associate of Science (A.S.)
Information Technology
Southeastern Illinois College
2013 : 2014
Associate of Science (A.S.)
Information Technology Security
Southeastern Illinois College
2013 : 2014
Information Technology
Southeastern Illinois College
2013 : 2014
Associate of Science (A.S.)
Information Technology Security
Southeastern Illinois College
2013 : 2014
Experience:
Technical Project Managers lead the full lifecycle of security assessment projects, working closely with clients to ensure we meet the expectations outlined in each project's Statement of Work. Typical tasks include leading project kickoff meetings, sharing testing status updates with clients, leading post-assessment report readout meetings, and coordinating with our remote team of consultants (US and international) to clear any project blockers, provide assessment related instructions, and improve technical deliverables.
2022 : Present
Include Security LLC
Technical Project Manager
Maximize efficiency in protecting data and information systems, networks, and software against hacker attacks.
Work closely with IT departments to correct specific online safety problems.
Work with managers, engineers, and other security analysts to decrease risks for an organization.
Oversee and conduct tests for system vulnerabilities.
Supervise and guide security teams of managers, engineers, and other technical or security employees.
Plan and design security architectures for IT projects.
Research cybersecurity criteria, security systems, and validation procedures.
Probe and provide security solutions referencing business-standard analysis criteria.
Update and upgrade security systems as needed.
Deliver official reports that summarize test findings.
2020 :
Illinois SBDC Network
Cybersecurity Consultant
Defending systems against unauthorized access, modification and/or destruction.
Scanning and assessing network for vulnerabilities.
Monitoring network traffic for unusual activity.
Configuring and supporting security tools such as firewalls, anti-virus software and patch management systems.
Implementing network security policies, application security, access control and corporate data safeguards.
Training fellow employees in security awareness and procedures
Design and implementation of new solutions and improving resilience of the
current environment.
Define and provide technical consultation to internal clients (including
management) on technical issues.
Secures network system by establishing and enforcing policies, defining and
monitoring access.
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading
professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in
professional organizations.
2020 : 2022
Legence Bank
Cybersecurity Administrator
Analyze department needs, identify vulnerabilities, and boost productivity, efficiency and accuracy to inform business decisions
Ensure network components meet needs and work together seamlessly, using the full range of capabilities, and stay informed about new features and competitive solutions
Continuously analyze current process, technologies, and vendors to identify areas of improvement
Prepare cost benefits analysis reports when upgrades are necessary, continuously analyzing vendors to ensure they offer the best possible service and value for company needs
Train employees on both software and hardware, troubleshoot, and provide technical support when needed
Develop and execute disaster procedures, and maintain data backups
2018 : 2020
Rides Mass Transit District
Information Technology Manager
Install new / rebuild existing servers and configure hardware, peripherals, services, settings, directories, storage, etc. in accordance with standards and project/operational requirements. Perform daily system monitoring, verifying the integrity and availability of all hardware, server resources, systems and key processes, reviewing system and application logs, and verifying completion of scheduled jobs such as backups. Perform regular security monitoring to identify any possible intrusions. Create, change, and delete user accounts per request. Provide Tier III/other support per request from various constituencies. Investigate and troubleshoot issues. Repair and recover from hardware or software failures. Coordinate and communicate with impacted constituencies. Apply OS patches and upgrades on a regular basis, and upgrade administrative tools and utilities. Configure / add new services as necessary. Perform ongoing performance tuning, hardware upgrades, and resource optimization as required. Configure CPU, memory, and disk partitions as required.
2017 : 2018
Walker's Bluff, LLC
Information Technology Manager
2022 : Present
Include Security LLC
Technical Project Manager
Maximize efficiency in protecting data and information systems, networks, and software against hacker attacks.
Work closely with IT departments to correct specific online safety problems.
Work with managers, engineers, and other security analysts to decrease risks for an organization.
Oversee and conduct tests for system vulnerabilities.
Supervise and guide security teams of managers, engineers, and other technical or security employees.
Plan and design security architectures for IT projects.
Research cybersecurity criteria, security systems, and validation procedures.
Probe and provide security solutions referencing business-standard analysis criteria.
Update and upgrade security systems as needed.
Deliver official reports that summarize test findings.
2020 :
Illinois SBDC Network
Cybersecurity Consultant
Defending systems against unauthorized access, modification and/or destruction.
Scanning and assessing network for vulnerabilities.
Monitoring network traffic for unusual activity.
Configuring and supporting security tools such as firewalls, anti-virus software and patch management systems.
Implementing network security policies, application security, access control and corporate data safeguards.
Training fellow employees in security awareness and procedures
Design and implementation of new solutions and improving resilience of the
current environment.
Define and provide technical consultation to internal clients (including
management) on technical issues.
Secures network system by establishing and enforcing policies, defining and
monitoring access.
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading
professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in
professional organizations.
2020 : 2022
Legence Bank
Cybersecurity Administrator
Analyze department needs, identify vulnerabilities, and boost productivity, efficiency and accuracy to inform business decisions
Ensure network components meet needs and work together seamlessly, using the full range of capabilities, and stay informed about new features and competitive solutions
Continuously analyze current process, technologies, and vendors to identify areas of improvement
Prepare cost benefits analysis reports when upgrades are necessary, continuously analyzing vendors to ensure they offer the best possible service and value for company needs
Train employees on both software and hardware, troubleshoot, and provide technical support when needed
Develop and execute disaster procedures, and maintain data backups
2018 : 2020
Rides Mass Transit District
Information Technology Manager
Install new / rebuild existing servers and configure hardware, peripherals, services, settings, directories, storage, etc. in accordance with standards and project/operational requirements. Perform daily system monitoring, verifying the integrity and availability of all hardware, server resources, systems and key processes, reviewing system and application logs, and verifying completion of scheduled jobs such as backups. Perform regular security monitoring to identify any possible intrusions. Create, change, and delete user accounts per request. Provide Tier III/other support per request from various constituencies. Investigate and troubleshoot issues. Repair and recover from hardware or software failures. Coordinate and communicate with impacted constituencies. Apply OS patches and upgrades on a regular basis, and upgrade administrative tools and utilities. Configure / add new services as necessary. Perform ongoing performance tuning, hardware upgrades, and resource optimization as required. Configure CPU, memory, and disk partitions as required.
2017 : 2018
Walker's Bluff, LLC
Information Technology Manager
Company:
Include Security LLC
Years of Experience:
13
Skills
Troubleshooting, Customer Service, Telecommunications, Training, VoIP, Wireless, Process Improvement, Research, Networking, TCP/IP, Operations Management, Team Building, Strategic Planning, New Business Development, Sales Management, Logistics, Contract Negotiation, 3PL, Freight, LTL, Shipping, Transportation, Trucking, Account Management, Cross-functional Team, Vendor Management, Transportation Management, Cross-functional Team Leadership
About
Experienced Cyber Security Professional with a demonstrated history of working in the government, financial, hospital, and education industries. Skilled in Sales, Interviewing, Recruiting, Training, and IT Operations. Strong information technology professional with a degrees focused in Information Technology Security from Southeastern Illinois College.
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