Management Security

Germaine Walker

Cell: 708-***-****

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Targeting IT Assurance and

Security

Upcoming Capella University IT Security PhD graduate offering a strong academic background in IT

combined with excellent DOD/IT experience as an IT Security Consultant.

Proactive subject matter in IT Governance via knowledge obtained through years of education and

networking.

Consistently recognized for process improvement strategy used to cost-effectively resolve challenging

change management issues.

Quickly learn and master new technology; equally successful in both team and self-directed settings;

and proficient in a range of computer systems, languages, tools and testing methodologies.

Consult Management and team on efficient work practices using ITIL/PMI-Project Management

training.

Security Clearance: Secret

Technology Summary

Certifications: CompTIA Network+, ITIL v3, CompTIA Security+, CISSP (6/2014), CCNA (04/2014)

Systems: Windows, Mac OS, DoD network security systems,Port Mappers/Analyzers, Encryption

Security tools: data & Assurance,

PKI, Access Control, Nexus, Wireshark, MSAT, Cain & Abel, Password Vaulting Aircrack,

Symantec DLP, rootkits (white hat testing), Tripwire, SourceFire, Siteprotector, Splunk,

Languages: Visual Basic, Vulnerability Scanning SQL, HTML

SysTrust, WebTrust, MS Project, AT101, MS Visio, MS Office (Access, Excel, Word,

Software:

PowerPoint),, SAS 70, SPSS for Data risk analysis/Business Analysis

Experience in auditing principles and frameworks such as COSO, CobiT 4.1 and ISO

27001/27002, Role Base Access Control, Single Sign On, developing identity management

Audit/Compliance:

governance plans, Active Directory, Novell e-Directory, Security Governance and

Compliance, Attack and Penetration, Technical Privacy

Networking: Cisco Routers; Servers, Switches,VG224,

IT Work and Volunteer Experience

ACET-Adams Communication and Engineering Technology-Hines, IL

Cyber Security Analyst (March 2013 to Present)

Support the VA Office of Information & Technology (OI&T), Office of Information

Security (OI&S) Enterprise Operations Center Support (EOCS) to maintain secure

operations on the 2nd largest network in the U.S.

Increase efficiency of team security analysis by min 25% by assuming role of

Subject matter expert.

Provide the support of VPN technology, intrusion detection, prevention, incident

response/recovery, Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and antivirus support; strong

understanding of Windows and IP networking.

Expert use of Splunk, Sourcefire, Siteprotector to analyze and resolve key issues.

IT Security Incident Management, Resolution, and Representation & Collaboration

with other VA entities, and especially the Tier III layer.

Assure that the organization has met federal/state laws as well as business

requirements by directing application security procedures through compliance, risk

management, and audits.

Advanced Technology Services- Schaumburg, IL

Information Security Compliance Administrator (04/2011-3/2013)

Provide IT Consultation for fortune 100 organizations such as Kiewit, Sears, Fuji,

Caterpillar, Motorola Solutions, Motorola Mobility and BorgWarner.

Duties consist of Server Management, active directory, security analysis,

compliance monitoring, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), and process improvement.

Oversees the development and implementation of corporate-wide application

security procedures in client environments by developing identity management

strategies and architectures

Establish data Assurance by implementing point to point encryption (Media

encryption, PKI) as well as hardware embedded encryption.

Assure that organization has met federal/state laws as well as business

requirements by directing application security procedures through compliance, risk

management, and audits.

Oversees the implementation of appropriate access controls to ensure that

access to systems, data and programs is restricted to authorized and trained users.

Army National Guard- Springfield, IL

Signal (Information Technology) Officer (08/2010- Present)

Secure the Largest network in the world (DoD) by directing employees involved with

the application of electrical, electronics, and systems engineering.

Management of over $20 million in technology assets.

Insure IT processes follow state/federal laws by strategically implementing unique

frameworks based on the IT process meeting lawful requirements (USA Patriot Act,

AML, BSA, and OFAC.)

Manage employees in the design, test acceptance, security, installation, operation,

and maintenance of IT systems, equipment, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), networks,

and facilities.

Conduct risk assessment to reduce injury and increase efficiency in team operation.

Conduct audit on Cisco Routers, Switches, VPN, and other related IT devices for

information assurance.

Investigates or oversees the investigation of losses and security violations and

recommends corrective actions. Implements approved course of action as

appropriate. Provides summaries for senior management review.

Worked as a team player to accomplish major projects under extreme pressure.

Human Resource Generalist (8/2007 to 12/2007)

Completed IT audit which effectively decreased employee data error 50% resulting

in savings of 20k by removing outdated employee information.

Managed associate data management processes (PeopleSoft, PTO, ETOI

management, LOA and eRoster) to improve allocation of resources in Fortune 500

Company by reconfiguring the automated workload system during compliance audit.

Assure that organization has met federal/state laws by monitoring through

compliance, risk management, and audits using Understanding of current regulatory

environment and related implications to identity management and security/audit

compliance

Assisted the Regional HR Director with company strategy to promote a positive

internal culture within the organization by adhering to government regulations and

paperwork.

Reduced employee turnover by 25% with implementation of intrinsic/extrinsic reward

(8/94 to 3/2011)

Selected Contributions:

Researched and developed knowledge-based Information Technology articles

for Capella University.

Assist the village of Joliet in the strategic planning of streamlining the streets,

surveillance, and transportation systems resulting in savings of 75k.Focused

on bridging the gap between business and IT by constantly utilizing

Performance Improvement.

Improve community IT operations (neighbors, family, friends, and local church)

by 90% through step-by step technical support and hands-on work.

Assist the Director of Information Technology in the planning and implementation of network

infrastructure as well as auditing of IT systems by using understanding of current regulatory

environment and related implications to identity management and security/audit compliance.

Consult Director of IT in the planning of corporate office budget of assets.

Education

Doctorate of Information Technology, Information Security and Assurance- (Pending)

December 2012 Capella University, Minneapolis, Minnesota

Master of Business Administration, Human Resource Management Devry-Keller Graduate

School of Management, Oakbrook, Illinois

Bachelor of Science, Liberal Arts/ Business Systems -Southern Illinois University, Carbondale,

Illinois

CAPM- PMI; Associates in Applied Science, Triton College, River Grove, Illinois

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