Information Security Engineer
Resume:
RAMON (RAY) RESNICK, CISSP, CEH
Palm Harbor, FL 34683
email: ********@*****.***
Profile
Experienced and resourceful leader with extensive cross-functional expertise, a high caliber work ethic, and uncompromising integrity. Managerial and hands on capabilities in all areas of expertise. Proven track record of excelling in the most arduous assignments.
Areas of Expertise Include:
Information Security
Cryptography
Facilities Engineering & Management
Financial Planning/Control
HIPPA, HITECH, PCI, SOX, GLBA
International Relations
Contingency Planning
Customer Service & Satisfaction
Physical Security
Identity Access Management
Efficiency Maximization
Unix, Linux, Windows
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
COPPER COLLAR ENTERPRISES, LLC, Clearwater, FL 2012 - 2018
Senior IT Security Consultant
Performed compliance auditing, vulnerability scanning and attack and penetration studies at healthcare facilities, financial institutions, professional practices, and commercial organizations. Conducted information and physical security vulnerability assessments and provided solutions to mitigate exposure.
Created information security and risk management awareness training programs
Configured Firewalls, Routers, and Intrusion Detection Systems
Managed installation of security systems utilizing access control solutions, CCTV, and security lighting
Created Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Plans
LANDCRAFTERS OF CLEARWATER, Clearwater, FL 2004 - 2012
Director of Operations
Overall responsibility for budgetary, administration, contract specifications and negotiations, sales and marketing, computer networks and security, websites, process improvement, and customer service functions. Project Manager for new construction and renovation projects utilizing in-house and contractor electricians, carpenters, grounds, plumbers, painters, masons, and HVAC talent. Charged with top and bottom line responsibilities.
Recognized by Governor Rick Scott for record of job creation
Increased revenue generated per man-hour in two divisions by an average of 17.42%
Reduced operating expenses by 35.09% over a four-year period.
Turned around company’s “F” Better Business Bureau rating to an “A+”
Developed documentation and implemented standardized policies and procedures
VERIZON COMMUNICATIONS, Temple Terrace, FL 1998 – 2003
Database Administrator 2000 -2003
Managed multi-terabyte Informix databases. Performed database installs, loads, and data conversions. Tuned and altered databases and tables to increase performance. Prepared custom database reports with SQL and shell scripts. Wrote stored procedures, triggers, and database views to increase efficiency and security. Scheduled and performed database back-ups. Troubleshot application code for SQL errors and potential SQL injection vulnerabilities.
Designed, tested, implemented application and database fail-over architecture
Upgraded system hardware, configured and installed external disk arrays
Fragmented database tables and indexes to improve query and update speed
Implemented database Security Auditing and Data Replication
Created large variety of UNIX-based tools to monitor application and security processes and logs
Sr. Systems Engineer 1998 – 2000
Developed automated tools to improve system reliability and disk and CPU utilization. Planned, coordinated, and performed application testing, installation, and patch management. Responsible for creating and administering user accounts, permissions and authentication procedures. Conducted system process monitoring, optimization, and automated secure data transport processes on UNIX servers. Installed and managed Apache web servers. Provided training and technical support for nationwide end-users. Member of Requirements Gathering and User Acceptance Testing teams. Wrote and maintained system documentation.
Designed logic driven automated processes that monitored, logged, and restarted critical applications
Created real-time, interactive web pages, which facilitated database queries to display system availability and statistics
Implemented encrypted password logon system for application access
Configured Server Clustering using HP Serviceguard
Technical Lead for two client-server applications
UNITED STATES NAVY, Tampa, FL Nov 2002 – Nov 2003
Deputy Assistant Chief of Staff/Naval Liaison Officer Recalled to active duty in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. Performed high level negotiations with Senior Governmental Officials and Military Officers from 53 coalition nations. Extensive travel throughout the USCENTCOM AOR. Responsible for Operational Planning efforts of U.S. and Coalition maritime assets during wartime environment.
Conducted negotiations leading to the addition of two nations and their maritime assets into the naval coalition
Performed time-sensitive international negotiations and was personally responsible for filling 60% of the urgent maritime shortages as specified by U.S. Central Command
Deconflicted multinational Rules of Engagement and secure network obstacles to improve mission effectiveness
Chairman of the Coalition Naval Working Group comprised of senior military officers from over 20 countries
Awarded the Meritorious Service Medal
UNITED STATES NAVY RESERVE 1991 – 2007
Commander
Concurrent with other positions during this time frame served as Executive Officer, Operations Department Head (N3), Inspector General, Information Technology and Physical Security Department Head (N6), and Intelligence Department Head (N2). Responded to crisis management situations in the USCENTCOM AOR. Supervised Crisis Action Team (CAT cell), JPAS, and internal badging systems for COMUSNAVCENT. Prepared and delivered briefings to Flag Level officers regarding political, military, security, and terrorism matters. Maintained TS/SCI Clearance.
Hand Selected by five Commanding Officers in three different units to serve as their Executive Officer
Implemented and supervised operation of Building Access Controls and secure and non-secure network access.
Led comprehensive security audits for COMUSNAVCENT, Bahrain, NSA Bahrain, and COMUSNAVCENT, Tampa
Supervised the installation and operation of Secure and Non-secure computer networks
Negotiated and drafted Co-Utilization Agreement between a Navy Reserve Unit and active duty Marine detachment for access control, occupancy and use of a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF)
QUANTUM COMMUNICATIONS, Trenton, NJ 1995 - 1997
Director of Sales and Marketing
Developed one of the first internet-based point of sales businesses. Responsible for web page development, purchasing, pricing, advertisement, promotions, technical support and order fulfillment for PC oriented hardware and software products. Built and maintained database for customer, supplier and product records. Supervised and trained inbound tele sales team.
Conceptualized and negotiated joint marketing campaign with two multi-national software corporations.
Increased sales figures during nine sequential quarters.
Webmaster for company web site. Designed all print media advertisements including brochures and magazine displays.
COMPUTER ASSOCIATES INTERNATIONAL, Princeton, NJ 1993 - 1995
Regional Facilities Manager
Responsible for the operations of multiple facilities including renovations, construction projects, commercial property leases and tenant and landlord relations. Coordinated and directed maintenance, mailroom and communications departments in addition to all services provided by outside contractors including security, housekeeping, grounds and food services. Performed extensive contract negotiations, budget preparations, specification writing, bid procedures and award selections.
Created computerized preventive maintenance database and scheduling program for all major equipment
Renegotiated contracts with all major vendors. Replaced non-performing contractors
Renovated several computer rooms including a/c, fire suppression systems, backup power, and security systems
MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL 1989 - 1993
Education Services and Corporate Services Divisions, Orlando, FL & Washington, DC
Director of Operations
Directed central office operations comprised of accounting, security, safety, purchasing, payroll operation and IT services. Supervised 7 Director level reports responsible for maintenance, grounds and housekeeping functions of three university campuses consisting of 300 acres of land, 131 buildings and 166 employees. Wrote contract specifications and supervised bid and award process. Coordinated compliance with all governmental regulatory agencies including OSHA, EPA and ADA issues. Created and implemented disaster contingency plans.
Developed and administered budgets in excess of $8,000,000. Responsible for the production of annual and monthly budget reports and reconciliations
Increased work force productivity by over 46%
Installed and administered Token Ring Network in Administration Offices
Re-wrote employee job descriptions and negotiated acceptance by labor union
Implemented computerized purchasing system which upgraded reporting to real time from a lag time of 45+ days
UNITED STATES NAVY 1982 - 1989
Special Operations Officer
Served aboard two ships as Chief Engineer, Weapons Officer, Intelligence Officer, Training Officer, Security Officer, CMS Custodian, and Operations Officer. Responsibilities included the operation and maintenance of main propulsion systems, diesel generators, steam boilers, HVAC, communications equipment, weapons systems, and physical security. Specialized in diving, underwater demolition, construction, repairs and salvage. Maintained TS/SCI Clearance.
Reduced missile system maintenance expenses by over $1,000,000 annually
Improved Weapons Division’s rating from #23 out of 25 to #1 out of 25 in less than one year
Coordinated and scheduled all logistics and operations efforts for a multi-national deployment to the South Pacific, Liaison Officer to host nations
Designated “number one” division officer onboard a 650-man ship
EDUCATION
BS Accounting, Central Connecticut State College, New Britain, CT
Anti-Terrorism & Force Protection and Advanced Hostage Rescue Tactics, Government Training Institute, Boise, ID
Industrial Control Systems Cyber Emergency Response Team (ICS-CERT) Course, Dept. of Homeland Security
UNIX, C, C++ Certificate Course, Florida Institute of Technology, Orlando, FL
Department Head Engineering and Diesel Engineering, U.S. Navy, Newport, RI
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
ISC2 Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
EC Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
Cisco Cyber Ops (CCNA)
IBM Certified Database Professional
CompTIA Security+
Splunk – Certified User
CyberArk – Certified Trustee
PROFESSIONAL AWARDS
Cisco 2017 – 2018 Global Cybersecurity Scholarship
Verizon: Individual Technical Achievement Award for accomplishments as DBA
Verizon: Individual Technical Achievement Award for accomplishments as Sr. Systems Engineer
Verizon: Peer Recognition Award
Verizon: Customer Recognition Awards (2)
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