T.J. KIRBY

Richmond, VA 804-***-**** adhoqw@r.postjobfree.com linkedIn.com/in/tj-kirby tjkirby.net

OBJECTIVE: CLOUD SECURITY ENGINEER

15+ YEARS OF PROVEN ACHIEVEMENT DESIGNING AND IMPLEMENTING EFFECTIVE SOLUTION AND ENTERPRISE ARCHITECTURE

Innovative, results-driven IT professional offering expertise in aligning unique requirements with comprehensive technology solutions to amplify business versatility and continuity as well as data security and integrity. Proficient in virtualization, system integration, cloud computing, storage, and cybersecurity; natural talent for imagining and stewarding SaaS, IaaS, and PaaS offerings. Intuitive leader, liaison, and mentor adept at cultivating vital partnerships with clients and colleagues to build rapport, enhance system-wide reliability, and deliver sustainable results with an unmatched customer experience. MCSA/MCSE Certified and NetApp Certified Data Administrator.

AREAS OF EXCELLENCE

Strategic Infrastructure Planning

Requirements Analysis

Enterprise & Solution Architecture

Systems Integration & Virtualization

Cloud Computing

Internet of Things

Data Centers & Storage Solutions

Networking & Cybersecurity

Disaster Recovery & Data Integrity

Full Lifecycle Project Management

Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)

Software as a Service (SaaS)

Platform as a Service (PaaS)

Leadership & Mentorship

Vendor Management

Cross-functional Collaboration

Customer Service & Experience

Customer Satisfaction & Retention

SIGNATURE ACHIEVEMENTS

Devised inclusive migration plans and utilized leading technology and trends across configurations.

Created new Loan Origination System to increase loan closing speeds and enhance end-user reliability.

Developed managed services for enterprise clients through lifecycle; designed and integrated automated backup processes.

Launched and governed Active Directory platform with 20K+ objects and 200 group policies.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

IT CONSULTANT 2018 – PRESENT

INNOVATIVE IT RICHMOND, VA

Lead the development and introduction of enterprise and solution architecture for diverse clients. Collaborate with customers to identify unique business requirements and advise on technology delivery and program execution; author project roadmaps and integration plans for cloud deployments and renewals.

Perform all new installations and upgrades; compose migration plans and mentor clients through equipment integration for virtual and server-based configurations.

Leverage cutting-edge technology and trends including Windows and VMware ESXi OS requirements and SAN/NAS.

Proficient in scripting and automation tools coding languages (JSON, PowerShell, BASH, ect.)

Experience with Cloud Formations, AWS Config, AWS Inspector, AWS Guard Duty.

Manage the building and administering of all security devices such as network switches, firewalls, web proxies, data loss prevention systems, intrusion prevention systems.

Researches and analyzes the latest capabilities of specific Information Security (e.g. Cloud services, encryption, PKI etc.) and IT technologies (e.g. operating systems, networks, storage, virtualization etc.)

ENTERPRISE SOLUTIONS ARCHITECT 2009 – 2018

VIRGINIA CREDIT UNION RICHMOND, VA

Directed creation and launch of technology strategy for a non-profit, member-owned community savings and lending institution. Devised and initiated enterprise system engineering, capacity planning, and monitoring functions; deployed and supported public cloud environment in AWS with VMware, NetApp, Microsoft, Linux, and Cisco. Proactively evaluated systems and programs to secure reliability, integrity, and efficiency across levels.

Successfully integrated new Loan Origination System enabling faster loan closings and optimal productivity for end-users.

Architected comprehensive solutions for organization’s portfolio including system development and implementation, application design, and platform and product project oversight across numerous domains.

Liaised between departments to establish enhanced continuity; performed upgrades and adjustments as needed.

Manage susceptibility/vulnerability scans and the resolution of threats and direct systems testing to ensure that critical vulnerabilities become identified.

SENIOR SYSTEMS ENGINEER 2005 – 2009

FLEXENTIAL RICHMOND, VA

Guided development of customized managed service solutions, including cloud computing, virtualization, e-mail, storage, security, and storage for industry-leading hybrid IT and data center services provider. Served as pre-sales technical architect accountable for interfacing with customers through the full project lifecycle. Installed security software and hardware to protect clients from spam, phishing, malware, hacking, and unauthorized access post troubleshooting.

Constructed managed services for key enterprise clients from job initiation through completion in alignment with requirements.

Designed and executed automated backup process for all managed service clients.

SENIOR SYSTEMS ENGINEER 2002 – 2005

VIRGINIA RETIREMENT SYSTEM RICHMOND, VA

Facilitated the design and operation of public sector employee benefits, compensation, and group life insurance structure. Analyzed stringent business requirements and researched technology options and process solutions; introduced company policies as well as technical standards and procedures to ensure sustainable data integrity and security for instant access to reports.

Single-handedly created, implemented, and oversaw Active Directory platform with 20K+ objects and 200 group policies.

Streamlined internal processes by tactically deploying Windows 2000/2003 servers.

Additional experience as a Systems Engineer with Quad & Aecom and Computer Instructor with Richmond City Public Schools.

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

Associate of Applied Science in Mechanical Engineering, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA

NetApp Certified Data Administrator

Microsoft MCSA/MCSE Certified

TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES

Linux – Windows – Active Directory – SQL Databases – Domain Name System – Cybersecurity – Data Centers

Storage Solutions (SAN/NAS) – Agile/SCRUM Methodology – Virtualization – Service Oriented Architecture

(SOA) – Internet of Things (IoT) – Cloud Computing (SaaS/PaaS/IaaS) – Integration – Data Loss Prevention

Alerting and Monitoring – Automated Response – Security/Compliance

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