It Security Engineer

Matt Kalmbach

IT Security Professional

************@*********.*** • 214-***-****

LinkedIn Profile • North Texas

Innovative professional with extensive experience in designing, implementing, and managing cybersecurity solutions to protect organizational assets. Skilled in deploying advanced endpoint detection and response (EDR) systems, optimizing intrusion prevention/detection systems (IPS/IDS), and configuring secure network infrastructures. Proficient in cloud security architecture, VPN configuration, and identity protection technologies to defend against evolving threats. Demonstrated expertise in endpoint management, security operations, and cloud technologies. Collaborative leader committed to enhancing performance and ensuring organizational resilience in the face of dynamic cybersecurity challenges. Areas of Expertise

• Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR)

• Network Firewalls & Detection Systems

• Email Security & Identity Protection

• Image Creation & Maintenance

• Cloud Security Implementation

• Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)

• Windows Endpoint Management

• Security Monitoring & Reporting

• Stakeholder Engagement

• Vulnerability Assessment & Mitigation

• Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

• Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

Professional Experience

G6 Hospitality, Carrollton, TX

IT Security Specialist, March 2016 — Jan 2025

Oct. 2003 — Jan. 2025

Oversee comprehensive IT security measures, including Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), Intrusion Prevention/Detection Systems (IPS/IDS), and network firewalls. Manage email security systems and ensure robust identity protection frameworks to safeguard sensitive data. Lead initiatives to secure cloud infrastructure, including implementing advanced threat detection and access controls. Collaborate with IT and executive leadership to establish and enforce security policies aligning with organizational goals.

• Strengthened organizational defenses by implementing advanced email security protocols, identity protection mechanisms, and cloud security strategies.

• Administered and optimized Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) to support secure remote access for employees.

• Conducted security assessments and responded to incidents, minimizing downtime and safeguarding sensitive data.

• Played an integral role in evolving IT infrastructure, aligning it with modern security frameworks and best practices. IT Desktop Support Specialist, Oct. 2003 — March 2016 Managed lifecycle of Windows endpoints, including OS patching, software packaging, driver updates, and deployment. Collaborated with IT teams to roll out new technologies, train users, and create documentation for efficient process adoption. Managed hardware inventory, performing regular audits and coordinating with procurement teams for timely replacements or upgrades.

• Developed and maintained standardized Windows images, ensuring consistency across organizational devices.

• Managed driver packaging and deployment, streamlining system performance and reliability.

• Provided end-user support, resolving technical issues efficiently and enhancing user satisfaction. Education

Bachelor of Arts (BA), Interdisciplinary Studies with concentrations in Computer Science and Business Management, University of Texas, Dallas

Associate of Applied Science in Computer Networking and Systems Administration, Texas State Technical College

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