Mohammad Tahir

Information Management Officer Information Technology (IT) - Information Systems Security & Administration

Top Security Clearance/SCI with COMSEC Crypto Access

INDUSTRY SECTORS

EXPERIENCE

Information Management Officer

United States Department of State temporarily retired on 01/04/2019 due to medical issue.

2011 - Present, American Embassy, Muscat & Sultanate of Oman

Responsible for the effective, efficient, and secure IT operations at our posted location for elements of physical and environmental IT protection, incident handling, and security training and awareness. I ensure systems are operational, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with security policies and procedures. Additionally, I work with the IA team to maintain various IA tools, including audit collection and reporting systems, vulnerability management programs, and other continuous monitoring capabilities.

Supervises the Information Programs Office, Information Services Office, Diplomatic Pouch and Mail, Telephone and Radio services and Air Force Post Office. How many people is this in total?

Maintained over $900,000 of extremely sensitive equipment in service by troubleshooting, installing updates, and placing orders for defective equipment.

Managed the unsecured/ secured communications department without supervision by providing customer service, support, and training to 60 personnel which resulted in the company's overall success.

E Improved working environment by over 40% since taking position and 60% information flow has increased with modern improvements quarterly.

I worked on risk management framework of department of State systems which follows the same National institute of standards and Technology and FISMA rules. In DOS we used a system called Post whileDOD uses ACAS and SCAP protocols

Information Systems Officer & Equal Employment Opportunity Counselor

United States Department of State

2010 - 2012, American Consulate General, Frankfurt, Germany

Serves as the post's alternate Top Secret Control Officer or delegates that responsibility where I pose as the Communications Security (COMSEC) Officer and with the COMSEC custodian, maintaining the integrity of all COMSEC assets at post.

IT operations, equipment, and infrastructure including systems security support to 180 embassies and consulates in Africa, Europe in south central Asia. Performed OIG inspections for systems/security operation at constituent posts all over the World.

Managed yearly United States Embassy Islamabad Information Resources budget of $650K plus.

Maintained United States EMBASSY MUSCAT. Oman standard of 99% accurate inventory using dos unclassified/classified information systems.

Directed Impartment supporting 160 users and all facets of technical operations.

Managed and fully accountable for the life cycle of a project involving the implementation of a $1 million Microsoft NT 4.0 network.

hands on and managerial experience of RMSS, Mass, NIST and FISMA. The Department deploys information systems to satisfy mission needs at both the enterprise and bureau levels. In accordance with National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and the Committee on National Security Systems (CNSS) requirements, system owners must design, develop, acquire, and document systems with mandatory security controls to effectively manage information that systems process, store, and transmit.

Information Systems Officer & Equal Employment Opportunity Counselor

United States Department of State

2010 - 2013, American Embassy, Islamabad, Pakistan

MY main goal was to make sure that the United States' embassy and its consulate were safe of information technology (IT) threats where I conduct research and analysis on the impacts on system modifications, technological advances, and malicious code. I worked closely with the ISSOs, System Administrators, and RSOs implementing the Department's Automated Information Systems (AIS) security program on all classified and unclassified IT networks at the mission and/or at constituent posts.

Conducted ISSO briefings, weekly/monthly EEO briefings with upper management.

Conducted all site preparation tasking and installation of Global Information Technology Modernization (GITM) for Classified and Unclassified Local Area Network projects.

Managed the installation of all Network components including hardware, software, and Information Technology infrastructure from scratch.

Directed the configuration of multiple, complex promotional offers and facilitated end user support for over 500 corporate/Government users and 120 independent contractors.

DOS And other Agencies including Department of Defense, IRS uscis, CDC implemented automation initiatives that greatly increased the circulation department's productivity and saved over 900plus - man hours per year. OPENED UP THIS Consulate Hyderabad, India with presidential orders from scratch.

Designed and implemented a new IT supply system ordering and tracking process saving the organization over $5000 quarterly, trained subordinates on new procedures.

EXPERIENCE

Information Systems Officer & Equal Employment Opportunity Counselor

United States Department of State

2010 - 2011, American Consulate General, Lahore, Pakistan

Overall, I oversaw IT related services at the consulate Lahore. I also oversee daily activities of the Diplomatic Pouch Unit, Information Systems Center, Telephone & Radio Repair Office, and Information Programs Center. As Communications Security Custodian (COMSEC) closely monitored related duties and security requirements to ensure the Information Programs Center follows the governing rules and regulations. Safeguard the physical security of the Information Programs Center against unauthorized use, waste, or loss.

Served on the Mission wide Information Technology Change Control Board (ITCCB).

Managed all site preparation tasking and installation of Global Information Technology Modernization (GITM) for Classified and Unclassified Local Area Network projects.

Managed installation of all Network components including hardware, software, and Information Technology infrastructure from scratch. Served as the Alternate Top Secret Control Officer (A/TSCO).

Served as a member of the Emergency Action Committee in case of threats, emergencies, and other crises at post.

Conducted internal controls assessments and audits to ensure operations met company standards while minimizing risk. Audits scored 98% within company guidelines.

Information Systems & Programs Security Officer

United States Department of State

2008 - 2010, American Consulate General, Hyderabad, India

Oversaw the daily activities of the Diplomatic Pouch Unit, Information Systems Center, Telephone & Radio Repair Office, and Information Programs Center. Hired to make sure the consulate was ready to provide services to Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Odessa visa services and consular services to our citizens in India. As directed, I implemented corrective action to resolve problems as identified while being responsible for elements of physical and environmental IT protection, incident handling, and security training and awareness and ensured systems are operational, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Supervised the Information Systems Center, Telephone Information Center operator/receptionists and radio/telephone technician. I overseed/managed 50 local and and direct hired employees.

Conducted several negotiations with Indian government authorities to set up services for the consulate.

Administered the Post's classified and unclassified processing via Emails, Cable press, TERPV, CLAN, Clout and Web gram and /or any secure means adhering to prescribed security guidelines and standards.

Served on the local Information Technology Change Control Board (ITCCB).

Conducted all site preparation tasks and installation of Global Information Technology Modernization (GITM) for Classified and Unclassified Local Area Network projects.

PRE 2008

Information Management Specialist United States Department of State

2006 - 2008 United States Embassy, New Delhi, India

Information Systems & Programs Security Officer United States Department of State

2004 - 2006 United States Embassy, Kathmandu, Nepal

Network Analyst & Customer Support Technician Social Security Administration

2003 - 2004 WBDOC Wilkes Barre, PA

Network Administrator, Systems Coordinator & Field Systems Support United States Navy

1998 - 2003 Personnel Support Detachment New London, CT

Personnel Officer United States Navy

1993 - 1998 USS RENTZ FFG 46

TOOLS & TECHNOLOGIES

Software: Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Servers: Windows: 2012, 2008, 2003, 2000

Operating Systems: Windows 8, 7, Vista, XP and 2000

CREDENTIALS

Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

A+ Certified Technician Network+ Certified Technician INET+ Certified Technician Security+ Certified Technician Server+ Certified Technician Citrix Certified Professional

CREDENTIALS

Licenses & Certifications

CompTIA A+ Certification - CompTIA 2004 CompTIA A+ Certification - CompTIA 2004 CompTIA Security+ Certification - CompTIA 2004

Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert - MCSE 2012: Server Infrastructure Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert - MCSE 2012: Desktop Infrastructure Microsoft Certified IT Professional - MCITP 2008

Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer - MCSE NT/2000/2003 Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer - MCSE 2003: Security Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator - MCSA 2003 Microsoft Certified Database Administrator - MCDBA

Awards

Navy Achievement Medal (4) Armed Forces Services Medal Group Meritorious Honor Award (3)

Runners UP (2009) Thomas L. Morrison Award Meritorious Service Increase 2009

Sailor of the Year 2002

Good Conduct Medal (3)

National Defense Service Medal (2) Meritorious Honor Award (2) Group Franklin Award

Languages

English Urdu Punjabi

Education

Bachelor of Science Excelsior College - 2003

Associates of Science Three Rivers Community College - 2001

PROFICIENCIES

REFERENCES

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