Information Security Management

Dexter Vaughan

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EDUCATION

Syracuse University, School of Information Studies Dec 2024 Master of Science in Information Systems

Advanced Study in Information Security Management Certificate

• Relevant Coursework: Cybersecurity Management, Applied Information Security, Cloud Management, Enterprise Risk Management, Systems Analysis, Information Policy, Managing Information System Projects, Strategic Management/Information Resources The Ohio State University, School of Human Ecology Aug 2008 Bachelor of Science in Family Resource Management, Family Financial Planning CERTIFICATES & TECHNICAL SKILLS

Certificates:

• Google Cybersecurity Certificate, Coursera Mar 2025

• ISC2 Candidate, ISC2 Mar 2025

• Certified in Cybersecurity (CC), ISC2 In-Progress

• Associate of ISC2, ISC2 In-Progress

• ITIL 4 Foundations In-Progress

• Quantum Computing in Practice, IBM In-Progress

Technical Skills:

• Software: Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power Point, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Project, AWS, Oracle, Google Workspace, Adobe, SIEM tools, Generative AI, Salesforce, HubSopt, Tableau, SAS

• Operating Systems: Windows, Mac, Linux

• Cloud Computing: Data Analysis, Network Management, Network Security, Databases, Data Analytics, Kubernetes, Kernels, Clustering

• Coding Languages: Python, SQL, JavaScript, HTML, C++ EXPERIENCE

Financial Advisor Jul 2022 – Dec 2024

JDD, Inc.; Cleveland, Ohio

● Provide financial forecasts to owner and senior management, illustrating growth possibilities.

● Implement federal government contracting procedures and requirements on awarded contracts.

● Analyze strengths and weaknesses of company contracts and organization, present findings to management.

● Improved tracking and cost savings implementation strategies

● Secure multiple Department of Defense contracts with values ranging from $9 million to $18 million over 5-7 year terms.

Director Aug 2010 – Jul 2022

North Coast Sales & Maintenance; Middlefield, Ohio Dexter Vaughan 216-***-**** ******.*********@*****.*** Page 2

● Coordinated daily operations across warehouse, store front, purchasing team, e-commerce team and sales team for a janitorial supply organization with annual sales exceeding $1.5 million.

● Led sales and e-commerce teams in systems integrations and customer retention initiatives, effectively negotiating pricing to balance revenue goals as well as network security.

● Implemented strategies to streamline operations, ensuring compliance with government contracts for federal, state and local clients.

● Directed the development and maintenance of e-commerce platform, collaborating with third-party IT teams to integrate systems and enhance customer access.

● Achieved a 20% increase in the customer base and reduced overhead by over $10,000 monthly through strategic space optimization while also improving inventory management. Candidate Jan 2017 – May 2018

Candidate for Ohio State Representative Ohio District 37; Summit County, Ohio

● Led and supervised a diverse campaign team, including roles such as campaign manager, fundraising staff, treasurer, communications director, and social media advisor.

● Managed campaign budget exceeding $100,000, overseeing expenditures for salaries, media purchases, and vendor payments while ensuring compliance with state election laws and completing all necessary campaign filings.

● Engaged with constituents through various communication channels, including door-to-door outreach, social media, public speaking engagements and media appearances, while raising over

$80,000 from nationwide donors.

Administrative Staff Jan 2011 – July 2011

Ohio State Treasurer’s Office; Columbus, Ohio

● Engaged with individuals and communities throughout the state to enhance transparency and facilitate ongoing dialogue with over 11.4 million residents.

● Collaborated with staff to ensure effective cash management practices, contributing to the foundation for future improvements in the state’s credit rating. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Auxiliary Officer Aug 2016 – Present

Ohio State Highway Patrol; Ohio

• Serve as a commissioned volunteer Officer, supporting law enforcement activities and maintaining public safety.

• Assist Ohio State Troopers in daily operational duties, ensuring adherence to protocols

• Complete a minimum 120 service hours annually, including quarterly training to maintain and gain new knowledge and skills.

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