Experience

Ironclad Technology Services

• United States
• IT Services and IT Consulting
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Cyber Security Analyst

  • Mar 2021 - Present

  Tampa, Florida, United States Network Security Operations:  Operated and troubleshot complex network security infrastructure to include firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, content filtering, spam filtering and application control. Security Monitoring Tools Expertise:  Proficient in utilizing industry-leading Security Monitoring tools, including Security Onion and Gigamon TAPs, to bolster network security. Implemented and managed Security Onion deployments, enhancing threat detection and… Show more Network Security Operations:  Operated and troubleshot complex network security infrastructure to include firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, content filtering, spam filtering and application control. Security Monitoring Tools Expertise:  Proficient in utilizing industry-leading Security Monitoring tools, including Security Onion and Gigamon TAPs, to bolster network security. Implemented and managed Security Onion deployments, enhancing threat detection and incident response capabilities. Firewall Management:  Proficient in configuring, maintaining, and optimizing firewall solutions, including Cisco ASA, Palo Alto and Fortigates to enforce network security policies.  Implemented firewall rulesets, NAT translations, and VPN configurations to protect the network perimeter. Secure Network Architecture:  Contributed to the design and implementation of secure network architectures, incorporating Gigamon TAPs for comprehensive traffic monitoring.  Managed Security Onion deployments to enhance threat detection and incident response capabilities. Cyber Security Policy Implementation:  Interpreted, analyzed, and implemented cybersecurity policies and orders on an operational network.  Reviewed security threats and executed effective countermeasures as needed. Security / Risk Analysis:  Actively participated in cybersecurity risk analysis and assessments to identify and mitigate potential threats.  Analyzed network or system changes and reconfigurations to assess their security implications.  Reviewed and updated Cybersecurity tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Technical Environment Expertise:  Worked with a diverse technical environment, including FortiGate firewalls, Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), Symantec ProxySG, McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator, ArcSight, Splunk, RedSeal, McAfee NSM, Cisco StealthWatch, and Menlo Security Cloud-Based Internet Isolation. Show less



United States Marine Corps

• United States
• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• Computer and Information System Manager

  • Jun 2017 - Present

  Quantico, Virginia, United States Team Leadership: - Successfully led a small team of Cyber Systems Integration and Testing professionals, providing guidance, mentorship, and fostering a collaborative work environment. - Oversaw workload distribution, task prioritization, and performance evaluations to ensure team productivity and growth. - Led the design and engineering efforts for fielding and implementation of (152) FortiGate 600D Firewalls and (2) management VPN Gateways servicing the Marine Corps enterprise –… Show more Team Leadership: - Successfully led a small team of Cyber Systems Integration and Testing professionals, providing guidance, mentorship, and fostering a collaborative work environment. - Oversaw workload distribution, task prioritization, and performance evaluations to ensure team productivity and growth. - Led the design and engineering efforts for fielding and implementation of (152) FortiGate 600D Firewalls and (2) management VPN Gateways servicing the Marine Corps enterprise – approximately 186,000 subscribers. These devices were mission critical assets that were deployed across the Fleet Marine Forces to defend all tactical data communications nodes. Cyber System Integration: - Directed the integration of complex cybersecurity solutions into existing systems, ensuring seamless interoperability and minimal disruption to operations. - Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define integration requirements and deliver integrated solutions on time and within budget. - Developed comprehensive testing strategies and methodologies tailored to the specific needs of cybersecurity systems, including penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and system validation. Secure Network Architecture: - Conducted in-depth capability and security testing for the Marine Corps next generation firewalls that would be implemented across the Marine Corps tactical forces. Onsite Support / Training: - Provided technical guidance, training, and detailed recommendations on the employment of elaborate communication systems and services to include FortiGate firewalls, McAfee Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), Symantec ProxySG, Host Based Security Systems (McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator), McAfee SIEM, Security Center, Nessus Scanners, Routing, Switching, Microsoft Exchange, Active Directory, and Cyber Security Strategies. - Developed tailored readiness training and provided task organized teams in response to on-site technical support requests.

• System and Network Administrator

  • Dec 2012 - Jun 2017

  Camp Pendleton California  Operated and troubleshot complex network security infrastructure to include firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, content filtering, spam filtering and application control.  Designed and provided Certification & Accreditation documents to include network architecture diagrams, IP management, system implementation, approved product and software lists that fulfilled all requirements and maintained a STIG compliant environment for all client agencies.  Serialized… Show more  Operated and troubleshot complex network security infrastructure to include firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, content filtering, spam filtering and application control.  Designed and provided Certification & Accreditation documents to include network architecture diagrams, IP management, system implementation, approved product and software lists that fulfilled all requirements and maintained a STIG compliant environment for all client agencies.  Serialized inventory of over $5.5 million worth of network and systems equipment.  Planned, configured, and maintained network LAN and WAN Routing and Switching Infrastructure that implemented Dynamic Multipoint VPN solutions that spanned to 5 different geological network locations worldwide.  Supervised an enterprise and lateral agency support helpdesk for the personnel working with the 13th MEU while aboard Camp Pendleton and deployed to the Middle East.