Rui Matos

Senior Security Endpoint Engineer at NikSoft Systems Corporation
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(386) 825-5501
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Holly Springs, North Carolina, United States, US
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Rui is a dedicated IT Professional whose primary goal is to provide exemplary customer satisfaction. I worked with Rui for several years and highly recommend him. Rui is an asset to any company he works for.

I have had the pleasure of working at two companies with Rui. No matter what role he fills, his expertise and strong work ethic do not go unnoticed. He is incredibly loyal and dedicated to his field. I would recommend Rui to anyone who would appreciate a one-of-a kind employee like himself.

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Credentials

  • CompTIA Security+
    CompTIA
    Dec, 2019
    - Nov, 2024
  • Certified Wireless Security Professional (CWSP)
    CWNP
    Jun, 2019
    - Nov, 2024
  • CompTIA Network+
    CompTIA
    May, 2019
    - Nov, 2024
  • Certified Wireless Network Administrator (CWNA)
    CWNP
    Apr, 2019
    - Nov, 2024
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2016 Fundamentals
    edX
    Jun, 2018
    - Nov, 2024
  • Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE, MCSA, MCP)
    Microsoft

Experience

  • NikSoft Systems Corporation
    • United States
    • IT Services and IT Consulting
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Senior Security Endpoint Engineer
      • Aug 2018 - Present

      CISO Endpoint Engineering – Cybersecurity Planning & Organization • Manage Endpoint cybersecurity technology design, implementation, and execution• Develop and improve cybersecurity efficiencies while establishing and stabilizing Endpoints• Expand visibility to all network segments to eliminate all unapproved traffic crossing EndpointsImplementation• Deploy automated security practices and leverage data analytics• Enable system integrity monitoring for Endpoints in USA and PCI networks• Identify and retire unused infrastructure• Significantly reduce the number of vulnerabilities identified in scans• Establish formal rules for end-point server placement and data/controls flowsMobile Threat Detection (MobileIron / Zimperium)• Evaluate and enhance mobile threat detection capabilities across the enterprise. Implementation of an MTD solution and integration with Splunk / CSOC• Develop and enhance USPS device policy• MobileIron policies for being able to patch and upgrade mobile devices• Blacklist all non-approved business use applications• Increase automation and ensure current Zimperium and MobileIron features integrate to CSOC and SPLUNK for all mobile managed devices.Tripwire Enterprise Server• Provide continuous file monitoring of the enterprise to ensure network integrity from any changes to the network of any type. Tripwire provides USPS with regulatory PCI compliance.• Establish and stabilize FIM environments (prod & non-prod)• Finalize and implement RACI charts to formally define roles & responsibilities.• Collect all custom Tripwire components into Subversion repositorySplunk• Provide and ensure that all Endpoint machine data is being forwarded to Splunk environment.

  • Information Technology Consultant
    • IT Services and IT Consulting
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Information Technology Consultant
      • Jan 2018 - Aug 2018

      senseFly, Inc – Raleigh, NC• Vital to the successful move of the mid-Atlantic office from Washington, DC to Raleigh, NC.• Built network infrastructure using Meraki router, Meraki switch, and 4 wireless access points.• Set up 2 multi-functioning copiers with scanning ability to all end-users. • Set up corporate NAS for file sharing.• Ongoing desktop support for 16 on-site users & network support.Niido – Miami, FL• Assisted with IT requirements for multifamily property takeover. Relocated and reconfigured on-site network, copier, and end-users to temporary new office. After renovation was complete, relocated everything back to original office.

  • KETTLER
    • United States
    • Real Estate
    • 200 - 300 Employee
    • IT Manager, Infrastructure Technology
      • Apr 2015 - Dec 2017

      • Design, implementation, and administration of Windows 2012 active directory and group policy for corporate environment.• Server monitoring and management of 20 virtual servers using VMWare vSphere.• Migration and configuration of 500 Exchange 2010 accounts to Office 365 cloud environment.• Administration of Symantec Endpoint protection server and Symantec Backup Exec 12.• Administration of WSUS, MRIx, SQL, file / print servers. • Administration of 50 Cisco Meraki routers. Network support for 150 remote site users.• Mobile device support for Android, Apple iOS, Windows phones and Blackberry.• Desktop support for 700 employees.

  • Visa
    • United States
    • IT Services and IT Consulting
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Technical Support Analyst
      • Apr 2013 - Mar 2015

      • Provided second-level support and operational customer service for Visa client banks.• Managed Visa-supplied software products that provide commercial card reporting and portfolio management.• Consulted with signature account, PNC Bank and provided technical account management expertise. Built and enhanced positive working relationship with the bank.• Facilitated installations, conversions, and maintenance requests without customer impact.• Reported issuer resolution and deliverables to management, highlighting trends and opportunities.• Proactively identified operational opportunities and implemented recommendations to increase client satisfaction.• Migrated legacy data-delivery feeds to current systems.• Volunteered additional resources within mVisa (Visa mobile money transfer) to aid team lead.

  • EDENS
    • Real Estate
    • 200 - 300 Employee
    • Systems Administrator
      • Apr 2011 - Mar 2013

      • Deployment of new smartphone and tablet strategies for the Mid-Atlantic Headquarters using Airwatch Suite (mobile device management) and Blackberry Enterprise Server 5.• Migrated 70+ users from Windows XP / Office 2003 platform to Windows 7 / Office 2010 using Microsoft SCCM while maintaining detailed project plans, status reports, and issue logs.• Corporate cloud-based storage solution, BOX.com, on both desktops and mobile devices.• Managed Evault, corporate messaging archive server.• Collaborated with architect and construction teams for the office renovation to provide an information technology strategy.• Wrote technology standard operating procedures for daily operations, network maintenance, account creation, computer installation, systems management, remote access VPN, and mobile devices.• Cooperated with Cisco tech and deployed a Cisco VOIP system.• Desktop helpdesk support, managed by Numara Track-it software.

  • Mission Residential
    • Real Estate
    • IT Manager, Systems Administrator
      • Dec 2007 - Jan 2011

      • Managed helpdesk team of 5 which consisted of both internal employees and external consultants.• Coordinated security plan: Firewall, Postini Anti-Spam, Anti-Virus, VPN, and web filtering based on Fortinet technologies. Windows Update Server to keep all computers up-to-date with the latest Microsoft critical and security updates. Endpoints protected with CompUtrace LoJack security. • Redesigned active directory & group policy structure to instruct endpoints on mapped drives, security patch / updates, Internet Explorer settings, eTime, firewall, and remote desktop policies.• Upgraded corporate offices of 50 employees to an Exchange 2007 environment accessible by Outlook 2007 and Webmail ahead of project deadline. Upgraded 160 off-site employees to SmarterMail pop server. • Created disaster recovery plan to include deployment of replicated file server system (Availl software over a VPN tunnel) between Virginia and Texas headquarters, which provided faster file access and redundancy. Applied backup system using Symantec Backup Exec and an HP LTO autoloader drive.• Implemented polycom video teleconferencing system connecting Virginia and Texas headquarters.• Set-up a corporate Blackberry server which was built on the Verizon network, and deployed smartphone devices to VP and regional property managers.• Implemented WhatsUpGold company-wide monitoring system consisting of 2 headquarters (60 nodes) and 41 remote sites (200 nodes).

  • KETTLER
    • United States
    • Real Estate
    • 200 - 300 Employee
    • IT Manager, Network Engineering
      • Oct 2004 - Nov 2007

      • Managed Helpdesk database and Staff.• Migration of Windows NT Servers to Windows 2003/Active Directory and MS Exchange from 5.5 to 2003.• Design, implementation, and administration of Network Infrastructure.• Oversaw Systems Management Server 2003, Citrix Metaframe Server 4 Farm, Blackberry Enterprise Server, File/Print server, Symantec Antivirus Corp, Symantec Backup Exec, and Symantec Brightmail Spam Filter.• Kept Clients' security up-to-date with Windows Software Update Servers (WSUS).• Internet traffic monitored with WebSense Enterprise Server; filtered Spyware/viruses.• Maintained systems efficiency and performance with WhatsUpGold.

  • COMNET SCIENCES CORPORATION
    • United States
    • Information Technology & Services
    • Systems Engineer - Air Force Pentagon Communication Agency (AFPCA)
      • Apr 2003 - Jul 2004

      • Managed Helpdesk database and staff.• Migration of Windows NT servers to Windows 2003 / active directory and MS Exchange from 5.5 to 2003.• Design, implementation, and administration of network infrastructure.• Oversaw systems management Server 2003, Citrix Metaframe server 4 Farm, Blackberry enterprise server, file / print server, Symantec Antivirus Corp, Symantec Backup Exec, and Symantec Brightmail Spam Filter.• Kept Clients' security up-to-date with Windows software update servers (WSUS).• Internet traffic monitored with WebSense Enterprise server. Filtered Spyware / viruses.• Maintained systems efficiency and performance with WhatsUpGold.

  • Carl M. Freeman Companies
    • Real Estate
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Network Administrator
      • May 1995 - Dec 2001

      Responsible for installing, configuring and maintaining Microsoft NT Servers/Workstations. Provided end user support for the Local Area Network. Responsible for maintaining enterprise backups using Veritas Backup Exec 7.x. Monitor network security in accordance with Information Technology Policies and Procedures.•Served on a team responsible for developing and maintaining the Corporate Information Portal based on Lotus Domino.•Had a primary role in helping the Information Technology department achieve a 95% customer satisfaction rating for 2000 and 2001.•Updated All corporate servers and All client machines with latest service packs and security/bug patches.•Rebuilt and configured a server for company branch in Bethany Beach location.•Installed Norton Antivirus Corporate edition on network, configured scans, and updated all nodes with the latest virus definitions.•Developed and maintained websites for company foundation and a personal website for CEO of company.

Education

  • University of Maryland University College
    Bachelor's degree, Information Systems Management
    1998 - 2001
  • University of Maryland
    1993 - 1998
  • Landon School
    High School Diploma
    1987 - 1993

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