Manager Security

Stephen (Steve) Wellnitz

**** ****** ****, *** *******, TX 78251

Cell: 262-***-****

www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-wellnitz

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Objective:

A full-time position as an Information System Security Manager (ISSM) or Information System Security Officer (ISSO) utilizing leadership and communication skills in a high-paced environment.

Core Qualifications:

23+ years of military service with increasing levels of leadership, mentorship and responsibility of diverse and dynamic teams culminating on senior management.

Experience and senior level training in written and verbal presentation techniques.

Possesses Department of Defense (DoD) 8570.01 Information Assurance Management (IAM) level III, Information Assurance Technical (IAT) level III, and Information Assurance System Architecture and Engineering (IASAE) II certification requirements.

Involvement in DoD-standard Information Assurance (IA) accreditation processes from DoD Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP) to Risk Management Framework (RMF) through desktop applications, configurations / baselines and frameworks.

Superior knowledge of DoD Information Assurance policies, regulations and guidelines.

Active Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) Security Clearance.

Active Certifications:

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP), CompTIA Security Plus (Sec+), Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Foundations

Professional Experience:

Information System Security Manager (ISSM) 4/2019 – Present

ManTech, 90th COS, Air Force San Antonio, TX

Overall responsible for the information assurance program for 12 enclaves. Responsible for managing both the Risk Management Framework program and policies and procedures of the organization.

Developed tracking systems to enable better reporting of user and privileged access accounts across 12 separate networks and tracked the status of multiple media devices.

Aided in the RMF authorization of a developmental network through the review and updating of organizational policies and procedures that answered specific controls.

Site Lead / Senior Information Security Engineer 9/2017 – 4/2019

General Dynamics Information Technology, Headquarters INSCOM G6 CND A&A Alexandria, VA

Manages a team of 18 cybersecurity subject matter experts. Performs duties as the hiring manager to screen potential candidates to grow the team. Provides critical SME support to the programs in the areas of Cybersecurity and Risk management. Assesses and reviews security control packages for internal and external organizations. Made recommendations on the level of risk based off assessment findings. Aided organizations in RMF authorizations through remote / onsite assistance and assessments.

Developed and implemented documentation on procedures on how a SCA performs his or her duties from acceptance of an RMF package through submission or rejection of the package.

Created the organization’s SOP to reflect changing operations as well as drafting recommendation for travel based on needs of specific controls.

Aided external organizations in development of Body of Evidence documentation including POA&M, SAR, SCTM, SSP, Security / SCIF SOPs.

Cyber Security Instructor 7/2015 – 9/2017

U.S. Army, C Company 442nd Signal Battalion Fort Gordon, GA

Provided offensive and defensive cyber training to selected multinational managers. Developed and provided training vital to senior managers in hazardous environments and traditional operating environments. Taught International students and future managers on the importance of securing data networks by applying relevant cyber security policies, procedures and guidelines.

Updated curriculum for CISSP, CASP, Sec+, CEH, and Policy and Procedures training programs to conform to developing technologies.

Served as primary instructor for CISSP CASP, Sec+, HBSS, RMF, Policy and Procedure, and Signal Captain Career Courses (SCCC).

Senior Computer and Information Systems Manager 7/2014 – 7/2015

U.S. Army, Headquarters 2nd Infantry Division Camp Red Cloud, South Korea

Developed and implemented automation security policies and solutions in support of an Enterprise level headquarters and all subordinate organizations. Responsible for the engineering and development of all automation solutions for both hardware and software supporting all automation equipment throughout the organization. Managed the installation and operation of all Enterprise’s information system assets associated with Automated Information Systems and Local Area Networks. Senior administrator for all networks within the Enterprise and the servers operating on Solaris and virtualized Windows operating systems.

Planed and implemented Active Directory Federated Services (ADFS) enabling collaboration with multinational entities.

Reorganized the organizations server structure resulting in the upgrading of legacy equipment and providing redundancy, load balancing, fault tolerance, and more reliable services.

Computer and Information Systems Manager 6/2011 – 7/2014

U.S. Army, C Company 209th Aviation Service Battalion Wheeler Army Airfield, Hawaii

Managed all logistical automation operations within the organization. Primary maintainer for the SQL database that provides the ability to maintain the aviation. Monitors and responds to network activity, provides network design, computer hardware / software configurations and maintenance. Senior technical advisor to executive management on all issues pertaining to Logistical Information Systems and Information Systems Security.

Project Manager for the planning and implementation of the Global Combat Support System (GCSS) fielding within the organization allowing the organization’s warehouse to connect to a geographically distant server and manage organizational inventory.

Senior Manager (Commander) 6/2009 – 6/2011

U.S. Army, 98th Automated Cargo Documentation Detachment (ACDD) Fort Eustis, Virginia

Commander of one of three ACDDs that provides command, control and communication through In Transit Visibility (ITV) using Radio Frequency Identification (RFID). Overall responsible for the accountability, management, safety and effectiveness of 75 personnel and $1,648,304.25 worth of equipment keeping an operational readiness rate of 98% on all equipment.

Senior Communications Manager (Battalion Communications Officer) 8/2007 – 6/2009

U.S. Army, 6th Transportation Battalion / Electronic Warfare Officer (EWO) Fort Eustis, Virginia

Responsible for all digital and analog communications equipment within an organization of over 1,200 personnel. Provided electronic defense, electronic support and electronic attack capabilities to the organization.

Education:

Master of Science in Cybersecurity (graduation in July 2020)

University of Maryland University College (Enrolled)

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with a concentration in Information Security

University of Phoenix, Phoenix, Arizona Graduated with Honors (GPA 3.91) 2015

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