INFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY MANAGER
Summary of Qualifications
Growth-driven, multifaceted, and highly strategic professional with wide-ranging experience in IT management and operations encompassing cybersecurity, systems security, program development and administration, equipment and software installation, and computer software and hardware operations.
Equipped with proven leadership ability to train and direct staff and other managers while consistently identifying opportunities for both personal and professional improvement.
Expert at designing computer information resources for high pressure situations; as well as formulating and implementing standards, procedures, and tactics for the overall effectiveness of the cybersecurity processes.
Known for excellent interpersonal skills in interacting with various individuals to establish foundation that fosters growth and understanding; armed with basic knowledge of Japanese language.
Technically proficient with Windows and Linux-based systems and office-level software.
Areas of Expertise
Content Delivery
Strategic Computing
Data Security and Control
Workflow Management
Risk Analysis and Mitigation
Technical Assistance and Support
Disaster Recovery and Emergency Management
Network Security Measures Execution
Relevant Experience
United States Navy, Navy Strategic Communications Wing One, Oklahoma City, OK, USA
Task Force Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)Jun 2016–Present
Serve as the principal advisor to the commanding officer for all information security matters
Proactively supervise daily department operations including determining workflow, optimizing priorities, conceptualizing standards, and setting deadlines
Organize and facilitate cybersecurity activities to secure company assets, employees, guests, and top secret information while leading cybersecurity professionals in performing various activities that involve executing training, allocating work, and assessing performance
Provide guidance to direct workers associated in special project work, problem solving, monitoring, and data communication equipment and software installation
Develop and establish cybersecurity standards, policies, and procedures while identifying needs and program goals and accomplishments by gathering and examining cybersecurity data
Utilize established protocols in coordinating cybersecurity status, updates, and actual or potential problems
Render assistance and initiate governmental reviews, internal evaluations, accreditations, or assessments of the overall effectiveness of the facilities cybersecurity processes
Strictly comply with internal security policies, licensing requirements, or applicable government security requirements, policies, and directives in monitoring cybersecurity policies, programs, or procedures
Mentor subordinate cybersecurity professionals including other organization members in cybersecurity rules and procedures while directing 25 personnel with 4 senior managers
Create and present cyber study security-related documents such as incident reports, proposals, and tactical or strategic initiatives
USS Chief, Sasebo, Nagasaki, Japan
Leading Chief Petty Officer, Communications/IT DepartmentFeb 2013–May 2016
Formulated and defined organizational goals, policies, and procedures
Closely collaborated with department heads, managers, supervisors, vendors, and chief executive officer (CEO) to efficiently resolve problems and administer operational budget and expenditures
Designed computer information resources for data security and control, strategic computing, and disaster recovery
Created and validated operational reports or project progress reports
Took charge of maintaining and controlling computer networks and related computing environments including computer hardware, systems and applications software, and all configurations
Safeguarded data, software, and hardware by planning, coordinating, and executing network security measures
Displayed leadership skills in leading 35 personnel with 6 senior managers
Commander Naval Forces Japan, Yokosuka, Kanagawa, Japan
Leading Chief Petty Officer, IT DepartmentNov 2009–Jan 2013
Rendered technical support to user for effective resolution of computer problems while directing one senior manager
Reviewed training needs to establish new training programs or enhance existing programs
Carrier Strike Group Three, Bremerton, WA, USA
Leading Petty Officer, IT DepartmentOct 2006–Nov 2009
Spearheaded five personnel and two senior managers to handle and maintain communications for a six-vessel strike group
Performed various tasks including coordinating and installing video teleconferencing; managing staff helpdesk operations; and promptly responding to user inquiries regarding computer software or hardware operation to resolve problems
Analyzed and fixed problems as well as offered technical assistance and support by reading technical manuals, interfacing with users, and initiating computer diagnostics
Executed training materials and procedures and trained users in procedures associated to network applications software or related systems
Carried out IT tasks including troubleshooting high-level network or connectivity problems
Earlier Positions Held:
Commander Naval Forces Japan, Yokosuka, Kanagawa, Japan
Staff Duty Officer
USS Kitty Hawk, Yokosuka, Kanagawa, Japan
Work Center Supervisor
Other Experience
Freelance Teaching, Yokosuka, Kanagawa, Japan
English InstructorJan 2010 – Mar 2012
Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)/Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL)
Education
Master of Business Administration, In Progress (Expected Completion Date: Aug 2019)
Louisiana State University Shreveport, Shreveport, LA
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with Advanced Cybersecurity Certificate, Jul 2018
University Of Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ
Associate of Arts in Elementary Education, May 2010
University Of Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ
Professional Development
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) Certification
Teaching English as a Second or Other Language (TESOL) Certification
Professional Affiliation
The International Information System Security Certification Consortium, or (ISC)²
Military Awards
Navy Achievement Medals (3) | Navy Commendation Medal
Global War on Terror Service Medal | Global War on Terror Expeditionary Medal
