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Information Technology Specialist (Security) at the Food and Drug Administration who performs digital forensics and malware analysis on foreign-travel devices.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I'm interested in cybersecurity in prosthetics, with a minor interest in system administration. I'm seeking full-time work in Maryland, Virginia, Florida, or multiple locations.

At the Food and Drug Administration, I support foreign-travel security by preparing and troubleshooting loaner devices, performing digital forensics and malware analysis, and helping users protect sensitive information. I also created a chain-of-custody form for potentially harmful mobile devices and contributed to investigations using FireEye, Redline, and EnCase.

At NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, I developed a roadmap for post-quantum cryptography in future space technologies and presented cybersecurity recommendations to SCaN leaders. Earlier, as a Systems Administrator with the 704th Military Intelligence Brigade, I maintained virtual infrastructure and supported a network serving 921 users.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Information Technology Specialist (Security)

Current

Food and Drug Administration

Mar 2021 - Present (5 years 8 months)

Serves as foreign travel security and support operations within the Office of Digital Transformation, safeguarding sensitive FDA information and enforcing HHS policy. Performs digital forensics, malware analysis, and device provisioning for official foreign travel.

Cybersecurity Digital Forensics Malware Analysis McAfee EPolicy Orchestrator FireEye Redline Encase Microsoft Teams BIOS Configuration Incident Response FISMA Government HHS Crowdstrike Splunk Mobile Forensics Cellebrite

Information Technology Specialist (System Administration/ Information Security)

Defense Health Agency

Feb 2020 - Mar 2021 (1 year 1 month)

Served as IT Specialist responsible for Information Assurance, administering and troubleshooting wireless telecommunications. Established and secured a Central Point of Distribution (CPOD) site for COVID-19 testing, supporting over 27,000 personnel.

Information Assurance Telecommunications Network Security DIACAP VoIP Quality Assurance Project Management Troubleshooting Wireless Communication

Space Communications and Navigation (SCaN) Intern

NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

Jan 2020 - Feb 2020 (1 month)

Reviewed Near-Earth Network security protocols and recommended resolutions for open security assessment items. Validated security requirements for LCRD projects to create a baseline document for upcoming projects.

Network Security Security Assessments Requirements Validation

Digital Transformation Rapid Development Intern

NASA Langley Research Center

Sep 2018 - Dec 2018 (3 months)

Assisted in developing software applications to modernize work methods and digital tools with an emphasis on security. Configured ESP32 microcontrollers, performed flash encryption and secure boot, and integrated sensors.

ESP32 MongooseOS Arduino IDE Flash Encryption Secure Boot Soldering IoT Sensor Integration AWS

Systems Administrator

704th Military Intelligence Brigade

Nov 2012 - Jan 2016 (3 years 2 months)

Systems Administrator for a military intelligence brigade, providing communications support to multiple battalions. Managed a 921-user network, over 500 automated information systems, and virtual infrastructure using VMware.

System Administration VMWare VSphere Active Directory SCCM WSUS Symantec Backup Exec DISA STIGs Network Security Troubleshooting Fiber Optics Cat5 6 Help Desk Management

Satellite Communications Technician

57th Signal Company

Jul 2011 - Nov 2012 (1 year 4 months)

Served as Senior Information System Specialist in a tactical Signal Company, supporting the 172nd Infantry Brigade during Operation Enduring Freedom. Conducted satellite changeovers and trained personnel, achieving a 94% satellite transfer rate.

Satellite Communications Joint Network Node Network Operations Training Equipment Accountability Troubleshooting

Command Post Node (CPN) Operator

57th Signal Company

Jan 2007 - Jul 2011 (4 years 6 months)

Served as Senior Information System Specialist in a tactical Signal Company, supporting the 172nd Infantry Brigade during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Led a two-man CPN team, operated network analysis software, and maintained NIPR/SIPR infrastructure.

Network Operations Solarwinds Routers Switche Firewall Management NIPR SIPR Local Network Setup Antivirus Troubleshooting

Geek Squad Agent

Best Buy

Jun 2005 - Dec 2006 (1 year 6 months)

Assisted customers within the Precinct's Standard Operating Platform, performed diagnostics and repairs, and provided network setup and troubleshooting services.

Customer Service Troubleshooting Malware Removal Network Setup Remote Support Sales