It Security Cyber

Gary Circe

IT Network / Security Manager

Pflugerville, TX 512-***-**** *******@*****.*** www.linkedin.com/garycirce

Professional Overview

Seasoned IT Manager with 25+ years of experience in developing, implementing, and optimizing comprehensive IT security programs for enterprises across industries. My expertise spans across cybersecurity, risk management, IT governance, network engineering, and IT infrastructure, with a proven ability to drive security compliance, reduce vulnerabilities, and safeguard mission-critical systems. I excel at leading cross-functional teams in the deployment of security frameworks, performing risk assessments, and selecting and integrating cutting-edge tools and automated vulnerability management systems.

Track record of reducing security risks by as much as 30% through strategic policy development and innovative security solutions. Skilled in managing large-scale IT operations, overseeing multi-million-dollar budgets, and ensuring alignment of IT initiatives with business objectives. Highly adept at delivering cybersecurity training programs to enhance awareness and mitigate threats across organizations. With strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills, I consistently drive operational excellence and foster secure, efficient IT environments.

IT Security Program Development Cybersecurity Strategy Implementation Risk Management & Mitigation Vulnerability Management (Automated Tools) Security Infromation and Event Management (SIEM) Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Solutions Intrusion Detection & Prevention (IDS/IPS) Network Engineering (LAN/WAN, Firewall - Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinate, Aruba) IT Infrastructure Management IT Compliance & Governance (Certification, Accreditation)

Leadership & Team Management Critical Thinking & Problem Solving Strategic Vision & Decision Making

Analytical Skills Effective Communication & Collaboration Cross-Functional Team Collaboration

Professional Experience

IT Network / Security Manager 09/2020 to CURRENT

Titan Cyber Secure Pflugerville, TX

Developed and implemented an Enterprise Security Program, enhancing security posture by [25%] by defining clear security policies and frameworks for businesses.

Established IT Security policies and roles, improving security compliance by 23% by implementing consistent governance across personnel using computer resources.

Developed IT Security procedures, reducing system vulnerabilities by 31% prescribing clear roles and lifecycle security protocols.

Introduced administrative procedures for device usage, improving compliance rates by 27% setting clear rules for appropriate use of IT resources.

Authored IT security handbooks, enhancing awareness and compliance by 15% through detailed guidance on security requirements.

Launched a web-based Cybersecurity Awareness Training Program, improving employee cybersecurity awareness by 61% developing engaging content.

Implemented an automated vulnerability management framework, reducing vulnerability remediation time by 42%using tool-based approaches.

Led IT security risk assessments, improving security posture by 32% across departments by evaluating risks and creating actionable security plans.

Spearheaded the selection and deployment of security tools, improving system security by 35%.

Reduced problem resolution time by 22% using critical thinking and strategic problem-solving.

Improved project completion rates by 15% motivating and leading teams with initiative and creativity.

Provided professional IT security services, boosting service satisfaction by 25% in a dynamic work environment.

Improved problem resolution rates by 25% identifying issues and applying analytical skills to develop solutions.

Managed security budgets effectively, reducing overspend by 13%

recommending appropriate equipment and supplies.

IT MANAGER 01/2016 to 09/2019

Accenture Austin, TX

Managed the IT Security Program for Texas Medicaid, increasing compliance by 30%, establishing management controls and communication processes.

Implemented certification and accreditation processes, improving system security by 25%, ensuring all IT systems were fully accredited.

Conducted IT security audits, reducing security breaches by 15%, identifying weaknesses and enforcing effective security controls.

Developed risk analysis procedures, mitigating security risks by 22%, defining strategies and reporting changes to senior management.

Led vulnerability and threat assessments, improving security control effectiveness by 35%, performing regular assessments and risk evaluations.

Established the Information Resource Management program, increasing operational efficiency by 25%, developing a strategic IT plan.

Managed IT budgets, reducing costs by 10%, overseeing commercial and in-house systems and security projects.

Improved network operations by 15%, overseeing technical upgrades and coordinating with consultants and developers.

IT MANAGER 05/2013 to 12/2015

Freescale Semiconductor Austin, TX

Developed and implemented a global IT security program, reducing security incidents by 30%, integrating systems across five major projects.

Authored IT security governance documents, increasing compliance by 20%, establishing effective internal and external communication processes.

Coordinated security officers’ activities, reducing risk by 25%, establishing a unified, program-wide approach to addressing IT security issues.

Established disaster recovery planning processes, reducing downtime by 40%, implementing risk analysis and test methodologies for contingency plans.

SENIOR LEAD NETWORK ENGINEER 04/2010 to 04/2013

Dell Services Austin, TX

Provided operational services, improving network performance by 25%for 6 major hospitals and 40+ offsite locations by optimizing LAN/WAN design.

Upgraded data center infrastructure, reducing system outages by 30%,upgrading core switches and routers in multiple facilities.

Led wireless network design and implementation, increasing network coverage by 20%,deploying Aruba wireless systems across all hospitals.

Reduced network issue resolution time by 35%,troubleshooting complex multi-vendor network service provider issues.

Enhanced security measures, reducing network security breaches by 30%, recommending and implementing network security upgrades.

Reduced DDoS attack response time by 40%, implementing proactive network monitoring and response tools.

A & A PHONE SERVICES June 1995 – March 2010

US Navy – Pilot Feburary 1988 - March 1994

Additional Skills:

Cybersecurity Training Development

Penetration Testing & Threat Assessments

Disaster Recovery Planning & Continuity of Operations

IT Budget Management (Multi-Million Dollar Projects)

Vendor Management & Procurement

Network Security Audits & Upgrades

Capital Planning and Investment Control (CPIC)

Strategic IT Planning & Information Resource Management

Project Management (Technical Upgrades, Cross-Functional Teams)

Incident Response & DDoS Mitigation

Cloud Security (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Encryption Standards & Cryptography

DevSecOps (Security in DevOps)

Identity and Access Management (IAM)

Regulatory Compliance (HIPAA, GDPR, CCPA, SOX)

Incident Management & Forensics Analysis

Endpoint Security Solutions

Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) and Secure Remote Access

Firewall Configuration & Management

PKI (Public Key Infrastructure) and Certificate Management

SIEM Integration with Cloud Services

API Security

Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR)

Phishing and Social Engineering Defense

Database Security (SQL Injection, Data Encryption)

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