Edward Skipka
Senior Information System Security Officer - C5ISRO PACAF HQ at Avening Management and Technical Services, LLC- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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ACAS Best Practices Guide (BPG) Course
Defense Information Systems AgencyFeb, 2023- Oct, 2024 -
ArcSight Logger 6.5 Basics
Micro FocusFeb, 2023- Oct, 2024 -
Getting Started With Tanium
TaniumNov, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
DISA ESS Advanced Admin (301) ePO 5.10 Course (32 hours)
DISAJul, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
DISA ESS Admin (201) ePO 5.10 Course (32 hours)
DISAMay, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
Endpoint Security ENS 10.7 Essentials
TrellixNov, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
CompTIA Project+
CompTIAOct, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
DISA ACAS 5.3 Course (32 hours)
DISAOct, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
100W Cybersecurity Practices for Industrial Control Systems Virtual Course
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security AgencyFeb, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
210W-01 to 210W-11 Defense in Depth for ICS Virtual Courses
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security AgencyFeb, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
CompTIA A+ ce
CompTIASep, 2019- Oct, 2024 -
CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+ ce)
CompTIAMay, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
CompTIA IT Operations Specialist (CIOS)
CompTIASep, 2019- Oct, 2024 -
CompTIA Network+ ce
CompTIAAug, 2019- Oct, 2024 -
CompTIA Secure Infrastructure Specialist (CSIS)
CompTIASep, 2019- Oct, 2024 -
CompTIA Security Analytics Professional (CSAP)
CompTIAMay, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
CompTIA Security+ ce
CompTIAJul, 2019- Oct, 2024 -
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
ISACAJun, 2023- Oct, 2024 -
CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+)
CompTIASep, 2023- Oct, 2024 -
CompTIA Secure Infrastructure Expert (CSIE)
CompTIASep, 2023- Oct, 2024 -
CompTIA Security Analytics Expert (CSAE)
CompTIASep, 2023- Oct, 2024 -
ITIL 4 Foundation Certificate in IT Service Management
AXELOS Global Best PracticeMar, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
(ISC)²Jul, 2023- Oct, 2024 -
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
(ISC)²Jul, 2023- Oct, 2024 -
Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)
(ISC)²Jan, 2023- Oct, 2024 -
Fortinet Network Security Expert Level 1: Certified Associate
FortinetMar, 2023- Oct, 2024 -
Fortinet Network Security Expert Level 2: Certified Associate
FortinetFeb, 2023- Oct, 2024 -
EC-Council Certified Encryption Specialist (ECES)
EC-CouncilDec, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
(ISC)²Sep, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
CompTIA Network Security Professional (CNSP)
CompTIAJul, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
CompTIA Network Vulnerability Assessment Professional (CNVP)
CompTIAJul, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
CompTIA PenTest+ ce
CompTIAJul, 2021- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Avening Management and Technical Services, LLC
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United States
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Defense and Space Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Information System Security Officer - C5ISRO PACAF HQ
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Nov 2022 - Present
• Served as configuration, vulnerability, and patch compliance SME, reporting on all AF JWICS Sites in the Pacific theater • Performed ISSO, ISSE and ISSM Xacta roles on PA-ESC installed/related Xacta projects; providing guidance on proper management • Conducted IA and security oversight on all ISR systems for the Command to ensure they met NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF), JWICS Assessment & Authorization (A&A), 16AF, and ODNI requirements and other pertinent guidelines. • Executed security tests and evaluations to monitor Information Assurance Vulnerability Alerts (IAVA) and Information Assurance Vulnerability Bulletins (IAVB) • Monitored and reported Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA) compliance and ensured ATO dates matched the dates in the official ATO MFRs • Developed and directed technical on-the-job technical training for PACAF military, civilian and Contractor cybersecurity professionals Show less
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Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies
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United States
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Government Administration
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300 - 400 Employee
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Cybersecurity & CND - Vulnerability Management/HBSS Admin - NCTAMS PAC
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Oct 2021 - Nov 2022
• Utilized Tenable ACAS to perform vulnerability scans in service of security assessments providing situational awareness of Zero Day exploits, emerging APTs, and TTPs • Correlated data from various Classified, OSINT, and internal sources into reports offering suggested controls and remediations • Provided direct support to the command ISSM, Compliance Manager, and Security Director in support of the command’s cybersecurity compliance program in accordance with OPORD 16-0080 and DISA STIG requirements • Troubleshot and isolated issues within the HBSS systems throughout NCTAMS PAC AOR by leveraging logs and Security Information and Event Monitoring (SIEM) dashboards • Managed and maintained the HBSS software baseline in accordance with DISA and Navy Cyber Defense Operations Command OPORDs, FRAGOs, and CTOs, and all other DON and DoD configuration compliance requirements • Acted as Compliance Manager in monthly meetings, directly briefed Command XO, and Department Heads, offering ways forward through gap analysis • Routinely referenced and worked within DoD, NIST, and industry best practices/standards to make decisions Show less
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Avening Management and Technical Services, LLC
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United States
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Defense and Space Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Network Operations Watch Officer - MARFORPAC IE COC
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Apr 2021 - Oct 2021
• Maintained continuous NetOps situational awareness through tracking and coordinating of maintenances, ASIs, and requests for network changes (CRQs) for MARFORPAC AOR• Tracked progress on remediation of cyber vulnerabilities and threats• Collected OSINT in order to identify vulnerabilities and threats to DoD assets• Curated SharePoint detailing time sensitive information in support of senior leadership• Briefed leadership and incoming shifts daily fostering continuity of operations• Utilized BMC Remedy ticketing system Show less
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Field Service Technician/System Administrator - NGEN JBPHH
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Jun 2019 - Apr 2021
• Implemented troubleshooting of NIPR, NNPI, SIPR laptops, desktops, MFDs,VTCs, and VoIP• Managed and supported two ticketing queues encompassing 13 remote sites • Performed logical moves, activated, and disabled accounts using PowerShell and AD• Created, enabled, and unlocked UEM accounts for large mobile device rollouts• Utilized HPSM ticketing system
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Landry's Bicycles
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United States
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Retail
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1 - 100 Employee
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Work Order Technician/Sales
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Mar 2012 - Jul 2014
• Managed 100+ work orders and special orders and performed audits • 4214 individual sales totaling $227,141.90 last fiscal year with a 41% margin • Maintained on-going friendships with diverse clientele that led to further sales • Continually researched ever-changing products • Managed 100+ work orders and special orders and performed audits • 4214 individual sales totaling $227,141.90 last fiscal year with a 41% margin • Maintained on-going friendships with diverse clientele that led to further sales • Continually researched ever-changing products
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Lexington Public Schools
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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300 - 400 Employee
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Student Teacher
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Aug 2012 - Dec 2012
• Managed deadlines, programs, rosters, and seating charts • Planned and instructed classes/rehearsals that ranged from 1 to 100+ students • Employed varied strategies to reach all students coming from disparate backgrounds • Assisted mentor teacher with clerical duties and prepared rehearsal space • Managed deadlines, programs, rosters, and seating charts • Planned and instructed classes/rehearsals that ranged from 1 to 100+ students • Employed varied strategies to reach all students coming from disparate backgrounds • Assisted mentor teacher with clerical duties and prepared rehearsal space
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Education
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Berklee College of Music
Bachelor of Music, Music Education and Professional Music Dual -
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Cybersecurity and Information Assurance -
Western Governors University
Master of Science - MS, Cybersecurity and Information Assurance