Robert Eddleman
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Career Summary: Experience with several facets of Information Technology, including hardware, software, programming, networking, communications, information security, vendor management, project management, conversions, customer service.
Skills Summary: Servers and communications devices: Dell, hp, IBM, Cisco, Linksys, Mikrotik, Sonicwall.
OS /Server/Software Experience: Windows Server 2012, 2008, 2003. Active Directory, Group Policy, IIS, Exchange Server 2013, 2010, SQL Server 2012, 2008, WSUS Server. App servers. Other servers: Symantec Endpoint Protection, Backup Exec, KACE. Windows 10, 8, 7, XP. Microsoft Office 2016, 2013, 2010, 2007, 2003. Libre Office Suite. Debian, Ubuntu, and Gentoo Linux. Citrix Server and XenApp Clients. Nessus, SAINT, Qualys, Nexpose and Trace CSO security scanning tools. HRIS/payroll programs: Lawson, PayPlus, In-house systems. Solomon Software data import interfaces, dBase Crystal Reports, data dictionaries, data conversions. Programming: Visual dBase, Quick Basic, COBOL. Virtualization: Oracle VM VirtualBox, VMware Desktop, VMware Desktop Player. Other: security cameras.
Employment History
While between jobs, I am performing freelance computer work where possible, including hardware, software, and tutoring. Continuing to stay abreast of industry and security news and trends. Taking online courses to enhance and improve existing skills and to learn new ones. Implemented and configured IPv6 on my home network.
Contractor and Volunteer Positions
JL Networking and Consulting, April 16-17, 2018. Assisted with computer issues and went with business owner on a few service calls.
Highlands Regional Medical Center, Sebring, FL. (Volunteer in the Discharge Department, July 10, 2017 to present). Duties include delivering newspapers to patient rooms, transporting patients to their vehicles, helping visitors find their way around the hospital, assisting in the Admitting Department, attending Board Meetings, and protecting patient information by adhering to HIPAA Regulations. Recently promoted to Department Coordinator.
Robert Half Technology, July 17, 2017: Performed a Site Survey of Server and Network equipment at JC Penney in Sebring, FL. August 15, 16, 23: Upgraded RAM in POS terminals at Target stores in Fort Myers, FL.
Badcock Furniture, Mulberry, FL. (Help Desk Technician, Contractor with Johnson Service Group, February 2017 – March 2017)
Provided support to Corporate and Store users with a variety of hardware and software issues in a fast paced Windows/Linux environment. Supported POS and thin clients. Participated in POS software regression testing.
Regular W2 Positions
Webber International University, Babson Park, FL. (Junior System Administrator with Citrix Experience, July 2016 – October 2016)
Primarily supported all college staff and students’ computer resource needs in a Citrix/VM environment. Supported all other hardware, software and Outlook 2016/365 user needs.
Heartland National Bank, Sebring, FL. (IT Manager, June 2014 – February 2016)
Maintained the Bank’s servers, routers, switches, VoIP phone system, IVR, printers, workstation and laptop computers. Assisted internal users with hardware and software issues (service desk function), and assisted external customers with website or software issues. Assisted Information Security Officer in the selection of security testing vendors. Performed security scans, assisted with audit reports and risk assessments, reviewed system logs, firewall IDS/IPS and antivirus notifications, and ensured secure configurations for internal systems and external website. Maintained patch management server and ensured that all endpoint computers received the latest security updates and definitions. Responsible for backing up and restoring data.
Highlands Independent Bank, Sebring, FL. (Information Security Officer / Technology Officer, July 2009 – June 2014)
Ensured the security, confidentiality and integrity of customer data and the Bank’s informational assets. Educated internal users on how to secure and protect information, both informally and in formal training classes. Performed annual Information Security Risk Assessment, worked with Bank Examiners and auditors, selected security vendors for penetration testing, performed security scans, assisted with audit reports, reviewed system logs, firewall IDS/IPS and antivirus notifications, and ensured secure system configurations of all Bank devices including laptops, tablets and smart phones. Performed Vendor Management due diligence. Created and maintained Information Security policies and procedures. Assisted in maintaining the Bank’s Disaster Recovery Plan. Maintained servers, printers, phones, workstations and laptop computers, assisted users with problem resolution (service desk function), and assisted external customers. Responsible for backing up and restoring data.
Highlands County Sheriff’s Office, Sebring, FL. (Communications Technician / Computer Technician, February 2005 – June 2009)
Facilitated public safety by maintaining communications equipment and contacting vendors where appropriate. Installed, configured and maintained agency radios, computers and mobile laptops, thus enabling law enforcement personnel to effectively serve the public and maintain safety. Assisted internal users with hardware and software problem resolution.
Additional Prior Tech Employment
Sebring, FL: Presidion Solutions / Sunshine Companies (Professional Employer Organization).
Orlando, FL area: Sprint, Inc., Martin Marietta, National List Council (Direct Marketing).
Certifications
Currently working towards CISSP Certification.
2004: CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Linux+.
Formal Education
Florida Technical College (1987), Orlando, FL. Diploma in Computer Programming.
South Florida Community College (1983-1985), Avon Park, FL. Associate in Arts Degree.
Sebring High School (1978-1982), Sebring, FL. High School Diploma.
Practice-IT Labs
June 2017: Cisco 200-125 - Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA).
June 2017: VCP510 - VMware Certified Professional vSphere 5.
Cybrary.IT Continuing Education Certificates (CEU/CPE) and Training Courses
March 2018: IDS-IPS.
March 2018: End User Mobile Device Security.
March 2018: Security Misconfigurations.
February 2018: Nessus Fundamentals.
October 2017: ITIL Foundation.
June 2017: CompTIA Linux +.
June 2017: Web Application Penetration Testing.
June 2017: Python for Security Professionals.
June 2017: Metasploit.
June 2017: Project Management Professional.
May 2017: Risk Management Framework.
May 2017: Incident Response and Advanced Forensics.
May 2017: Advanced Penetration Testing.
May 2017: CompTIA Security+.
February 2017: CISO.
January 2017: CISSP.
December 2016: End User Security Awareness.
December 2016: HIPAA.
December 2016: PCI/DSS.
December 2016: Intro to Malware Analysis and Reverse Engineering.
November 2016: CompTIA Cloud+.
November 2016: Office 365 Web Content Management / SharePoint.
November 2016: Computer and Hacking Forensics.
November 2016: Cisco CCNA.
September 2016: MCSA Administering Windows Server 2012.
July 2016: Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking.
July 2016: Corporate Cybersecurity Management .
Other Training Courses
July 2008: Microsoft SQL Server 2005 class in Orlando, FL.
April 2008: Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 class in Orlando, FL.
June 2007: Microsoft Windows Server 2003 class in Orlando, FL.
September 2005: EDICS/MARC Radio classes at FDLE in Ft. Myers, FL.
August 2002: Lawson NT Technical Foundations class in Columbia, SC.
December 2000: Crystal Reports class at CompUSA in Altamonte Springs, FL.
Interests
Testing new Microsoft and Linux operating systems and security software/products in my home lab, including nmap, Metasploit and Nessus. Maintaining home-built Linux firewall/security appliance, and Samba file server. Self-taught development (Visual Basic, C, C
Interest in Spanish, German and Dutch languages. Amateur radio.