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City of Riviera BeachNetwork Security Administrator
Mar. 2023Riviera Beach, Florida, United States · On-site• Engineered the network infrastructure for three new city fire stations and the Police Department, deploying Fortinet's suite for enhanced security and connectivity. Delivered a robust, seamless network with high-speed data transfer and comprehensive wireless coverage, elevating operational efficiency for emergency services
• Eliminated outsourcing as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), generating over $75,000 in annual savings on external services. Integrated stringent security, compliance, and audit protocols, ensuring seamless implementation and consistent adherence to industry standards.
• Led the management, optimization, and deployment of Juniper and Fortinet switches, FortiManager, and FortiAnalyzer, along with Fortinet firewalls across over 15 city locations, including the Police Department. This comprehensive initiative significantly enhanced network efficiency, reliability, and security analytics, crucial for city operations and public safety.
• Designed and led comprehensive network hardware upgrades throughout the entire city, significantly improving system reliability and security. This initiative ensured robust infrastructure capable of supporting critical city functions and enhancing public safety.
• Revolutionized endpoint protection by integrating SentinelOne S1 with Vigilance Pro and Qualys Vulnerability Management. This strategic combination, tailored to align with our security policies, enabled enhanced continuous monitoring, real-time threat detection, and rapid response capabilities. The result was a significant elevation in meeting and exceeding regulatory standards while substantially reducing cybersecurity risks.
Baxter Clewis CybersecurityCyber Security Consultant
Feb. 2023Remote• Conducted assessments for 15 clients, identifying 35 vulnerabilities and recommending 41 security controls, resulting in a 15% reduction in data breaches and saving an estimated $75,000 per client in breach costs.
• Led teams to achieve full PCI-DSS compliance for 15 clients in six months, enhancing customer satisfaction by 20% and customer retention by 10%.
• Authored 15 SAQ and ROC reports, identifying 24 critical risks and suggesting mitigation strategies, leading to a 25% improvement in security ratings and better resource allocation.
• Initiated new cybersecurity measures and PCI-DSS protocols across the organization, leading to a 30% decrease in potential security breaches and averting the company $900,000 in potential remediation costs during the first year.
• Developed OneTrust-powered strategies for 5 data silos, automating 50% of compliance tasks, reducing legal risks by 40%, and cutting data processing costs by 5%.
Ecotech Global PartnersChief Information Security Officer
Oct. 2020 - Oct. 2023Remote• Ensured continuous PCI-DSS compliance and mitigated client threats through regular vulnerability assessments and penetration tests using leading industry tools.
• Refined GRC processes with state-of-the-art automated tools, boosting operational efficiency and maintaining consistent compliance standards.
• Directed cutting-edge PCI-DSS-focused cybersecurity training for staff, raising security awareness and fostering a security culture within the organization.
• Collaborated with IT departments to deploy and manage advanced endpoint security solutions, including Carbon Black, CrowdStrike Falcon, and SentinelOne, enhancing data protection and reinforcing network security.
• Pioneered cybersecurity initiatives by integrating OneTrust and Tripwire solutions, enhancing collaboration, and adopting best practices. This strategic integration resulted in a robust security posture, significantly reducing vulnerabilities and strengthening data protection.
SHELTON MEDICAL SERVICES INCInformation Technology Security Specialist
Sep. 2019 - Oct. 2022Miami, Florida, United States · On-site• Created and carried out a robust Juniper/Fortinet network system, achieving a 40% performance increase, strengthened security, efficient audits, and ensuring industry compliance.
• Architected advanced electronic protected health information protection measures, reducing data vulnerabilities by 45% and maintaining HIPAA compliance.
• Established PCI-DSS-compliant data protection solutions, curtailing potential payment data threats by 55% and achieving a flawless 100% PCI compliance score.
• Accelerated security response by 70% and lowered risk by 40% through comprehensive risk assessments, anticipatory incident response plans, audit efficiency, compliance postures, and overall security.
• Leveraged advanced audit, compliance, and security skills to utilize software like Crowdstrike Falcon and Rapid7 Vulnerability Management, diminishing system vulnerabilities by 25% and enhancing audit performance for regulatory compliance.
ComcastNetwork Communications Technician 4
Sep. 2014 - Sep. 2019Miami Gardens, Florida, United States · On-site• Fast-tracked customer service progression from CT1 to CT4 within two years by refining installation and troubleshooting processes for new residential customers.
• Earned recognition as a top Communication Technician after three years of honing proficiency, ultimately achieving inclusion in Comcast's esteemed Top 5 Club.
• Devised and conducted a comprehensive network maintenance plan, ensuring 99.9% network availability and reducing response time for network issues by 40%.
• Revamped customer service, achieving a 30% reduction in complaints and 25% decrease in churn through troubleshooting methods and data-driven process optimization, boosting customer satisfaction and retention.
• Achieved 99.9% network reliability and reduced response time by 40% through a crafted maintenance plan, demonstrating quantifiable success in network performance and efficiency.
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