Secret Clearance Information Technology

Taylor Rosenberry

Charleston, SC m: 716-***-**** ******.************@*****.*** LinkedIn

Professional Profile

Transitioning veteran with a Secret clearance looking for an opportunity in an information technology role. Looking to grow my knowledge with a leading organization that will utilize my extensive skills and leadership from a military background. Proven talent for aligning government standards with cybersecurity best practices.

Education

Bachelors in Cybersecurity, Expected Graduation June 2025

Western Governors University

Certifications and Training

CompTIA Security +, 2024

Airmen Leadership School, 2022

Secret Clearance

Experience and Impact

Life Cycle Engineering, Charleston, SC, February 2024 to Present

INTERNSHIP

Deployed and configured VMware ESXi 6.7 on bare metal servers for a type 1 hypervisor and utilized Rufus to produce a bootable USB drive from the ESXI ISO, leading to the design of a virtual lab infrastructure that included Windows 2019 and Kali Linux distributions.

Architected an Active Directory infrastructure, installing domain controllers to centrally manage the authentication and authorization of 20 interns, resulting in a more efficient and scalable authentication and authorization scheme than just using local systems authentication.

Created and implemented Group Policy Objects (GPO) for Windows Server 2019 domains, resulting in optimized compliance to DISA STIGs by deploying security controls across the Windows enterprise.

Performed security audits in supporting NIST 800-37 RMF requirements utilizing Nessus and SCAP to identify vulnerabilities and non-compliance to DISA STIGs that are put into a Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) to be tracked to resolution.

Implemented DISA STIGs on Red Hat Linux systems in compliance with DoD security requirements and in support of Step 3 of NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF)

Utilized Deputy as a Tier 1 Help Desk ticketing system for task management to oversee cybersecurity lab projects for interns, enhancing task tracking and resource allocation, which led to increased project rates and improved real-time communication and collaboration among team members.

Air Force, September 2015 to January 2024

AIRCRAFT CREW CHIEF/ HONOR GUARDSMAN (STAFF SARGENT)

Created, updated, and removed user rights and permissions for tool usage and performed audits on inventory control systems, including parts, tools, and supplies valued at $1.3 million.

Devised and established a system for utilizing user accounts and ensuring optimal resource allocation for military equipment.

Supervised a team of over 45 service members, managing daily operations, preparing evaluation reports, and advising leadership on selecting the most qualified candidates for key positions, thereby enhancing mission capabilities.

Directed the Honor Guard program, which involved coordinating all aspects of training and execution of ceremonial duty.

Facilitated training programs aligned with safety protocols and regulatory standards, culminating in a 100% pass rate across all internal audits.

Responsible for maintenance operations for C-17 aircraft, maintaining adherence to stringent guidelines to guarantee peak functionality and mission readiness.

Technical Expertise

Operating Systems: Windows 10,11, 2019, Kali Linux

Virtualization: ESXI/VMware

Vulnerability Testing: STIGS, SCAP, NESSUS

Directory services: Active Directory/Group Policy

Aircraft Maintenance: Boeing C17, C5

Ticketing Systems: Deputy

Awards and Honors

Airmen of the Year, 2023

Honor Guardsman of the Year, 2023

Air Force Achievement Medal, 2022

Air Force Commendation Metal, 2020

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