Thomas Godsil

***** ** ***** *****, *********, WA 98682

360-***-****

adcmi3@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY

Technically proficient Information System hardware and software expert with an extensive Department of Defense background reflecting in-depth troubleshooting ability and problem solving strategies.

TECHNOLOGY SUMMARY

Certifications

EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

EC-Council Certified Network Defense Architect (CNDA)

CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst+ (CySA+)

CompTIA Security+ ce

Splunk Certified Admin

Splunk Certified Power User

Hardware

Desktop PCs, Laptops, Palo Alto Networks firewalls, Printers, Routers, Servers, Switches

Software

Active Directory, Cisco Secure ACS 5.7, Bitdefender and McAfee antivirus/antimalware, Carbon Black, Host Base Security System (HBSS), InsightVM, LogRhythm, Metasploit, Microsoft Office 2010/2013/2016/365, Nessus, ProofPoint, SCCM, SecureWorks, ServiceNow, SiteProtector, Splunk, VMWare, VirtualBox, WireShark

Platforms: Microsoft Windows 7/8/10, Microsoft Windows Server 2008/2012/2016, Mac OSX 10.3 through 10.13, Palo Alto Networks OS, Ubuntu Linux

EXPERIENCE

Information Security Engineer

02/2019 – Present

Columbia Credit Union

Installed and configured InsightVM to establish a vulnerability scanning system that was robust and reporting effectively.

Conduct security assessments, penetration tests, and vulnerability analysis of critical credit union applications.

Rebuild, configure, maintain, and monitor the Security Incident and Event Monitoring (SIEM) system, as it was undersized and not functioning properly.

Configuration, maintenance, and monitoring of firewalls including operating system upgrades, rule configuration, and providing reports.

Installed, configured, maintain and monitor IDS solution for the credit union.

User rights review conducted to ensure users have proper access.

Participate as a member of the Information Security Incident Response Team, by monitoring, identifying, documenting and making recommendations to management.

Perform software reviews for newly requested software by employees to ensure it is free of major vulnerabilities.

Investigate suspected phishing emails for validity.

Monitor and investigate security events as reported by the security monitoring devices; through careful analysis - develops appropriate correlation rules to meet regulatory compliance requirements.

IT Security Specialist

05/2017 – 02/2019

ilani Resort

Evaluated existing security architecture and protocols for risk of vulnerability and recommended improved tools and protocols to management.

Explored new technologies and tools that the Information Technology team could use.

Provided senior technical support to both in-house staff and user departments for all information security topics.

Delivered ongoing training sessions for newly hired employees on cybersecurity and acceptable use.

Developed and managed project plans while providing status updates to management.

Develop incident response plan, which outlines identification, mitigation, and triage of incidents, which includes disaster preparedness and recovery efforts.

Implemented protective measures designed to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, acquisition, manipulation, modification, or loss of information.

Made recommendations to managers and IT Director for long-term objectives to improve network and security procedures and systems.

Investigate, analyze, and remediate cybersecurity incidents as they arise.

Built firewalls and encrypted data to secure confidential information.

Audited networks and security systems to identify vulnerabilities.

Updated virus protection systems based on computer virus reports.

Analyzed system risk to identify and implement appropriate security countermeasures.

Designed, implemented and maintained network technologies to improve and enhance performance and availability of network resources.

Analyzed security procedure violations and developed plans to prevent recurrence.

Developed IT security strategic vision and drove key departmental objectives.

Kept abreast of regulatory requirements, to include accrediting bodies, federal, state, local requirements, and ilani’s policies.

Cyber Security Analyst II

06/2015 – 04/2017

Electric Lightwave

Real time cyber defense handling using Splunk for intrusion correlation and tracking as well as threat analysis.

Worked on Incident Response Team to coordinate response activities, identify incidents, determine scope and severity of incident, triage related issues, and provide management with summary report.

Audited networks and security systems to identify vulnerabilities.

Designed and implemented plans to secure computer files against breach, destruction or accidental modification to ensure availability of resources.

Designed, implemented and maintained security systems and controls.

Identified and implemented preventative measures based on threat intelligence.

Analyzed security procedure violations and developed plans to prevent recurrence.

Managed Palo Alto firewalls for both Electric Lightwave and customers paying for Cloud Firewall service and encrypted data to secure confidential information.

Provided customers with advice on firewall rules and changes.

Handled special projects designated by the director.

Oversaw all process checks to ensure proper completion and at the correct frequency.

Designed, documented and executed maintenance procedures, including system upgrades, patch management and system backups.

Explored new technologies and tools that the Security Operations Center could use for testing and production purposes.

Worked with end users and paying customers to determine needs of individual departments and companies.

Implement policies and procedures to track compliance throughout the organization.

Reviewed threats and vulnerability assessments analyzing the risk to information systems and networks to determine appropriate measures for effectively managing those risks.

Senior Systems Administrator

09/2013 – 06/2015

Lockheed Martin

Recommended key updates to DoD classified areas based on inspections and application of technical knowledge.

Provided senior technical support to both in-house staff and user departments for all network applications.

Supported over 30 Microsoft Windows Servers in an Active Directory Cluster.

Investigated department processes and adhered to NIST 800-57 compliance standards.

Assessed the latest innovations and adopted cost-effective, useful solutions.

Improved job tasks and mentored junior team members on best practices and standards.

Implemented protective measures designed to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, acquisition, manipulation, modification, or loss of information.

Generated reports outlining performance, costs and downtime issues.

Set up, optimized and managed network equipment.

Directed information security preparedness, mitigation, and response and recovery efforts to ensure sites were prepared and ready for information security incidents.

Coordinated meetings and provided expert cyber defense knowledge for five sites within Colorado to assist in both boosting security posture and resolving security incidents.

Increased system security and performance with proactive changes.

Submitted recommendations to managers and IT director regarding infrastructure overhaul to be more encompassing of DoD security requirements.

Prepared forecasts of systems and network trends to ensure DoD secure labs are current and ready for government projects.

Consulted users to determine areas in need of improvement.

Complete annual budget planning to ensure network equipment is readily available.

Kept a flexible schedule to resolve after-hours and weekend emergencies in a timely manner.

Served as operating system expert, providing technical support for entire organization.

Traveled to client sites and answered questions via phone and email so that issues were remedied in a timely manner.

Collaborate with the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) to provide information assurance/security support for onsite DoD classified areas.

Prepared DoD classified areas for Defense Security Service (DSS) Audit by working through each system manually, running scripts to identify potential risks, and mitigating those risks earning a commendable rating.

Due to classified area expertise and audit preparation thoroughness, presence was requested to assist other sites with their preparation for DSS Audit.

Recuperated an estimated $15,000 in annual server maintenance costs by consolidating and downsizing six servers into three and retiring the surplus equipment.

Saved approximately $35,000 in software licensing costs by reallocating software from retiring servers.

Due to contract completion, closed down three DoD classified areas but chose to retain the computer hardware. This saves the program approximately $12,000 and prevents a future purchase while providing hardware on site ready to be deployed if desired quickly.

Regional Lead Systems Administrator

11/2010 – 11/2013

Lockheed Martin

Traveled to client sites, answered questions via phone and email to ensure issues were remediated in a timely manner.

Developed and maintained accurate network documentation and Visio diagrams to provide management with proper understanding of organizational needs.

Served as operating system expert, providing technical support for entire organization.

Developed and managed project plans while providing status updates to management.

Conducted intrusion correlation, threat analysis, and direct system remediation on servers dispersed geographically throughout the Pacific region ensuring security of DoD systems.

Designed, documented and executed maintenance procedures, including system upgrades, patch management and system backups.

Wrote and updated online and hard copy training manuals on various software packages that were used within the company and at remote offices.

Served as sole database administrator for MS SQL running on various operating systems.

Worked with Air Force commands to analyze computing and network needs and installed appropriate solutions within each organization's budget.

Improved job tasks and mentored junior team members on best practices and standards.

Increased system security and performance with proactive changes.

Generated reports outlining performance, costs and downtime issues.

Assessed the latest innovations and adopted cost-effective, useful solutions.

Set up, optimized and managed network equipment.

Performs vulnerability scans, tracks findings, and provides metrics.

Submitted recommendations to manager detailing long-range objectives and security requirements to ensure network systems are secure according to DoD standards.

Kept a flexible schedule to resolve after-hours and weekend emergencies in a timely manner.

Consulted users to determine areas in need of improvement.

Installed and supported over 150 Microsoft Windows Servers and ruggedized laptops in five countries.

Utilized such online conferencing tools such as WebEx and GoToMeeting to conduct training and learning sessions to employees in locations both in the US and abroad.

Older Positions:

Rome Research Corporation, Systems / Application Security Analyst

07/2010 – 11/2010

Lockheed Martin, System Support Specialist

03/2008 – 06/2010

Silver Reef Casino, System Administrator

01/2006 – 03/2008

Vancouver VA Medical Center, Desktop Support Tech – Work Study

04/2002 – 05/2005

EDUCATION

Eastern Washington University

Cheney, WA

Bachelor of Science Technology

MILITARY

Sergeant E-5, Honorable Discharge

06/1996 – 06/2000

U.S. Marine Corps

Earned honors and recognition for exemplary military service: Good Conduct medal, Meritorious Unit Commendation Ribbon, and numerous letters of appreciation.

Expertly trained in physical security to give the unit commander the ability to conduct risk/vulnerability assessments, analyze hostile situations, and recommend appropriate courses of action to eliminate conditions conducive to terrorism, espionage, sabotage, wrongful destruction, malicious damage, theft, and pilferage.

Developed and led training of 13 infantry Marines in skills of combat readiness.

Wrote office job descriptions and directives.

Served as custodian of classified documents.

Operated and maintained communications equipment.

Expert in tactical and technical guidance.

Communicated urgent orders and directions effectively to a squad of 13 Marines.

Documented and processed classified materials.

Supervised and coordinated the preparation of personnel weapons and equipment for movement and combat readiness.

Operated and maintained equipment worth 20 million dollars.

Reviewed disciplinary and other adverse actions and made recommendations to higher-ranking officers.

Planned and briefed personnel on missions.

Inspected work to maintain high standards and quality set forth by the Marine Corps.

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