Tara Lynn Lawson
Top Secret Security Clearance
***** ******** ** ( Chesterfield, VA 23832 ( Contact: 804-***-****( Email:
**************@*****.***
Information systems analyst
Over ten years experience working as an information systems analyst and
administrative specialist in support of various programs and senior level
executives. Exhibits efficient leadership and customer service abilities
with outstanding oral and written communication skills. Interacts well
with people from diverse backgrounds and professional levels.
Professional Experience
SR. ESM Systems Engineer, Camp Arifjan
2010-Present
We provided protection of information that is stored or managed across a
number of varying complex environments. Responsible for development,
implementation and analysis of local and wide area network solutions. We
provide a comprehensive understanding of security threats, risks, and
processes. Three years working in the SWACC (Southwest Asia Cyber Center)
< Serving as a subject matter expert on HBSS and affiliated systems.
< Maintaining security monitoring and reporting appliances; leading and
analyzing security reporting.
< Utilizes McAfee security products (ePO, VirusScan, Host Intrusion
Prevention, Policy Auditor, Data Loss Prevention, Asset Baseline
Monitor, MER, and McAfee Virtual Technician)
< Evaluating, designing, advising, implementing, and integrating products
and controls into various platforms, network devices, and systems.
< Maintaining knowledge of and communicating changes in security
regulations, best practices, countermeasures, compliance, and threats.
Help Desk Administrator/ Service Desk Administrator, Camp Arifjan 2007 -
2010
Provide Help Desk support and basic troubleshooting steps by phone, in
person, using Remedy (Action Request System) or by sending emails.
Responsible for assigning all remedy tickets and inquiries that are not
resolved by the Help Desk to the appropriate IT sections.
< Responsible for assisting IMOs with problems ranging from CAC card login
to network connectivity issues.
< Provides fast and efficient processing of remedy tickets and managing of
the Help Desk remedy queue.
< Creates user accounts, Exchange mailboxes and contact cards through use
of the Automation Tool (HAT).
< Resolved issues for IMOs and users by use of the Systems Management
Server (SMS) and System Center Configuration Manager 2007 (SCCM).
< Maintaining updated computer and VLAN information in Net Manager and
VMPS.
< Provided detailed troubleshooting step for digital signature and
encryption in outlook by making sure there certificates are present and
published to the GAL.
< Assisted with training incoming personnel through use of the JCTL and
228th Signal Company policy letters.
< Instructed IMOs on the processes and procedures to add computers to the
Kuwait domain through the PXE server or installation CDs.
< Assisted Help Desk lead with writing and publishing Help Desk SOPs.
< Managing users, computers, and groups permissions in Active Directory.
< Providing assistance to IMOs with wiping computers to be decommissioned.
< Assisting IMOs with making sure all IAVA updates are installed/computers
are compliant.
< Proficient in troubleshooting Microsoft Office 2003/2007.
< Assisted the System Administrators with DNS cache poisoning.
< Proficient in account creations, deletion, and processing Remedy
request.
United States Army 2000 - 2007
Information Systems Operator Analyst, Fort Stewart 2006 - 2007
Provide Help Desk support and basic system administration support to
include software and hardware installations, maintenance, upgrades, and
troubleshooting. Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the help desk
database.
< Systematically analyzed each work order and habitually rendered
practical solutions decreasing the overall workload for supervisor and
peers.
< Configures network and application software, maintains system
configuration files and resolves complex hardware and network issues.
< Responsible for assisting users via telephone and person to person with
problems ranging from web browsers, e-mail support to hardware issues as
well as numerous software applications to include I.E, outlook, AD
tools..
< Assembled, configured and maintained PCs, printers, scanners and various
other peripheral devices.
< Collect information from callers that are used in the prompt trouble-
shooting and restoration of network services.
< Enter information collected into an automated trouble ticket system,
determine nature of problems and submit to the appropriate IT Technician
for prompt resolution.
< Assisted with draft and implementation of managed organizational
helpdesk SOP greatly reducing technical response time.
< Received extensive training as an Information Systems Operator Analyst,
which included training in the installation, operation and maintenance
of multifunctional/multi-user information processing systems
Administrative Clerk and IMO, Fort Gordon/Fort Stewart 2003 - 2006
Performed personnel and administrative functions in support of multiple
departments and senior management level personnel; supervised personnel in
various HR duties. Performed a variety of clerical, administrative and
technical duties/responsibilities in support of management. I held
secondary job duties as a Postal Clerk.
< Received extensive training as an Information Systems Operator Analyst,
which included training in the installation, operation and maintenance
of multifunctional/multi-user information processing systems.
< Served as Information Assurance Security Officer (IASO) and Information
Management Officer (IMO).
< Maintained current service packs, security patches, and virus signatures
on all production systems.
< Performed administrative support duties, such as making travel
arrangements, scheduling conferences, composing complex correspondence,
locating and assembling information for various reports, briefings,
conferences, etc.
< Applied knowledge of provisions and limitation of the Freedom of
Information and Privacy Acts.
< Disseminated information concerning policies, plans, procedures,
methods, and administrative actions.
< Received and logged outgoing correspondence, reviewing for correct
format, punctuation, spelling, grammatical accuracy, factual
correctness, enclosures, dates, signatures, and complete addresses.
< Provided training and guidance to lesser skilled administrative
personnel.
< Prepared computerized spreadsheets with up-to-date, detailed information
on training, awards, overtime, and sick leave. Input personnel data into
a computerized personnel system for processing and monitoring.
< Designed and organized filing systems, planned and arranged the
maintenance and preparation of information needed for budget reports,
and organized the flow of clerical processes in the office.
< Maintained supervisor's calendar and scheduled appointments; received
calls and greeted visitors.
< Requisitioned office supplies, blank forms, and maintenance services for
office equipment.
Deployed to Abu Ghriab, Iraq: (January 2004 to January 2005):
Personnel /Administrative Clerk, Japan 2002 - 2003
Personnel Clerk/Administrative Specialist, Fort Huachuca, AZ 2000 - 2002
Certifications:
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) Enterprise Administrator,
Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP
Professional (MCP) Microsoft ID: 6275844; Security +, Network +, A+ CompTIA
Candidate ID: SR3451344; ITIL Foundations v3
Education and Training
Graduate: Central Union High School, El Centro, CA
Information Systems Operator-Analyst Course - 6 months
Information Assurance Fundamentals (IASO)
Host Based Security System Course
DISA HBSS Management Roles
Vulnerability Management Systems (VMS)
DIACAP Overview & Implementation training
DISA Local Registration Authority (LRA), Registration Authority (RA), Key
Recovery Agent (KRA) Course
DISA ACAS Version 4.6 Course (Nessus)
Systems Administrator/Network Manager Security Course, School of
Information Technology (SIT), Fort Gordon, GA
Awards: Army Commendation (2); Army Achievement Medal (2); Meritorious Unit
Commendation;
Army Good Conduct Medal (2); National Defense Service Medal (2); Global War
on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal; Global War on Terrorism Service Medal;
Army Service Ribbon; Army Overseas Ribbon (2); Basic Marksmanship
Qualification Badge; Army Certificate of Achievement; Certificate of
Appreciation, 83D Ordnance Battalion
Computer Skills: Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook;
Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows 7, Windows Server 2003, Windows Server
2008, Windows Server 2008R2, Microsoft SQL Server 2005, Microsoft SQL 2008