Robert Neverdon

Woodstock, MD ***** - 410-***-**** - adpr44@r.postjobfree.com

Summary

Highly motivated Security Assessment and Authorization (SA&A) professional seeking to apply learned Cyber Security knowledge in a dynamic security environment. Strong team player possessing a keen interest in focusing on managing and protecting enterprise information systems, network systems, and operational processes through information assurance controls and compliance verifications. A proven project and team lead with aptitude for good customer service, and excellent communication skills.

Skills

Strong communication and presentation skills

Strong organizational and planning skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Understanding of the Privacy Act and Privacy Assessments

Understanding of Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

Understand broad scope of CNA and taught MS Network server, and Network Administrator class for Brightwood College

Vulnerability and Systems Risk Assessment

Ability to read and interpret system security policies, rules, and regulations

Strong understanding of Risk Management Framework (RMF)

Familiarity with Nessus Vulnerability Scanner

Technical Skills

Software: Microsoft Office 365 Suite, Nessus, NMAP, OWASP, Kali Linux

Policies/Guidance: Privacy Act, Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) -RMF and NIST Special Publications.

Certifications: CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, CySA+, Lieberman E.R.P.M. Certification, Cyber Security & Assurance Certification and Amazon Web Services AWS in progress.

Professional Training

Vulnerability Management, CAP Certified Authorization Professional, NMAP, OWASP, 3/2015

CCNA Class 5/2011 Covering LAN/WAN topologies and hardware resources such switches, and routers used to connect networks. Adding LANs to create WAN through subnet masking.

Intermediate Optical LAN Mediums, 1/2005

Microcomputer Fundamentals/Maintenance, 12/2004

Intro to Optical LAN Mediums, 12/2004

Network+ class incorporated the understanding training, building, and connecting of networks for LAN/WAN. A LAN (Local Area Network) covers a small area such as a University campus, a business premises, or even as small as a home network. A WAN (Wide Area Network) covers a much larger geographical

Professional Experience:

Jacobs Herndon, VA February 2021 to October 2021

Cyber Security Analyst

Process Improvement/engineering of FSA Enterprise Vulnerability Management Life Cycle (VMLC) Framework Documentation

Reviews protocols in accordance with NIST guidelines and documents vulnerabilities and any remediation efforts.

Secure Technology Configuration Baseline Exception Guide Development

FSA Security Configuration Baseline Exception Review Support

SSP Support

PIA/PTA/SORN Support

Allstate Career Baltimore, Maryland July 2019 to July 2020

Adjunct IT Instructor

Provide updated and fully prepared instructions to students to actively engage in retention activities, and managed classroom and lab activities

Instruct students to understand fundamentals of computer technology, and to also master the most used applications of the Microsoft Office Suite such as email, word processing, presentation and productivity

With hands on assignments and projects the student will gain skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office in the workplace

National Core Technologies Lorton, VA August 2016 to December 2017

Systems Engineer

Lieberman E.R.P.M. Enterprise Random Password Manager Software Certified Cyber Security Consultant

Built Windows Server 2012 R2 on AWS Cloud Configured Hardened with DISA-STIGS tested Created VM Image to create a more secure operating environment. Assessed IDS environment to make network security recommendations.

Performs vulnerability assessments infrastructure environment, to assist CWPS with the Deployment of Lieberman Cyber Security software for the Department of Justice identity and access management

VIVA USA, Inc. Omaha, NE March 2016 to July 2016

Lead IT Consultant on Offutt Air Force Base

Coordinated resolution of Non-Secure Protocol Router (NIPR) and Quality of Life Network (QOLNET) technical problem

Addressed day to day technical system issues for FSDE users for resolution

Submitted and tracked trouble calls via 55 Communication Squadron's (CS) Communications Focal Point's (CFP) Remedy Call Tracking system

Installed, configured, and operated standard desktop clients (SDC) and server devices such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Internet Explorer, PowerPoint, Outlook, Norton Antivirus, Adobe Acrobat Reader and others as required

Replaced or upgraded existing workstations with new/upgraded computers for users including installing and connecting peripheral hardware

Performed management, maintenance, optimization, backup, and ongoing reporting requirements of the SPS/Windows servers. This includes the hardware, operating systems, and software applications

Installed and configured wireless email devices, wireless air cards, tablets as needed and provide familiarization training on how to use various applications

Report client and server security breaches and distribute security information

Maintained systems configuration as well as resolved hardware/software interfaces and interoperability

Developed, coordinated, and implemented plans for the recovery of system data in the event of hardware, or software failure

Atius Technology Beltsville, Maryland September 2014 to January 2016

Information Security Analyst

Performed risk assessments, developed/updated and review System Security Plans (SSP), Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M), Security Control Assessments, Contingency Plans (CP), and other tasks and specific security documentation

Applied appropriate information security control for Federal Information System based on NIST 800-37 rev1, SP 800-18, SP 800-30, SP 800-60, SP 800-53 rev4, SP 800-53A, Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) FIPS 199, FIPS 200 and OMB A-130 Appendix III

Coordinated and managed team activities during assessment engagements

Acquired knowledge of duties required to implement information security controls and lead information security initiatives. Ability to translate business requirements into control objectives

Analyzed and report on client's use of various security controls

Established schedules and deadlines for assessment activities

Monitored controls post authorization to ensure continuous compliance with the security requirements

Reviewed existing configurations to ensure compliance

Performed periodic and on-demand system audits and vulnerability assessments

Met with stakeholders to discuss status of their info system

Work with executives to ensure requests of stakeholders are being met

Communicated the on-going security and privacy posture with executives and stakeholders

Verizon Baltimore, MD September 1999 to January 2016

Network Technician

Installed and configured network and security equipment, using security controls to test and examine networks

Assess vulnerabilities in LAN security and make recommendations to remediate issues and escalate accordingly

Interview customers to validate findings found in network and report on results

Develop meaningful relationships with customers resulting in promoting of Company product and services

Perform diagnostic tests on integrated circuit equipment to determine trouble; identify, correct, and escalate service issues

Maintain network by troubleshooting and repairing outages, tests network back-up procedures and updates documentation

Education and Training

University of Maryland Global Campus Expected in September 2022

Bachelor of Science: Cybersecurity

Baltimore, MD

Baltimore City Community College June 2019

Associate of Science: Applied Science Cyber Security & Assurance

Baltimore, MD

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