Résumé

Summary

I am a husband and a father. I plan to maintain and advance my career in the field of information technology. I have a passion for Cybersecurity and Networking.

Work Experience

Cybersecurity Engineer at Savant Wealth Management
July 2024 – Present

As a Cybersecurity Engineer, I enhance and maintain the organization’s security posture, aligning with NIST and SEC compliance standards. I lead the management of SIEM, IDS/IPS, and security tools (e.g., EDR/XDR, MDR, Firewalls), ensuring effective threat detection and incident response. My responsibilities include vulnerability management, risk assessments, and endpoint protection through EDR solutions. I design and automate security solutions, conduct vendor and third-party risk evaluations, and leverage my expertise in advanced security protocols. Additionally, I drive staff training initiatives to raise company-wide cybersecurity awareness and resilience.

Network Administrator at Savant Wealth Management
April 2022 – July 2024 (2 yrs 4 mos)

As a Network Administrator, I designed and maintained LAN, WAN, and wireless infrastructures, ensuring optimal connectivity and performance. I managed enterprise phone systems and collaborated on implementing security solutions, including firewalls and intrusion prevention. I monitored network health, led incident response activities, and supported growth planning for network resources. Additionally, I maintained ISP/Telco contracts, documented system procedures, and prepared training materials to enhance team efficiency.

Network Support Specialist at Savant Wealth Management
March 2018 – April 2022 (4 yrs 2 mos)

  • Configure, install, update, and support network and voice equipment
  • Monitor network systems for health and security-related events
  • Configure, monitor, and maintain wireless infrastructure
  • Monitor and maintain ISP and Telco services
  • Allocate network resources and document utilization
  • Write and maintain detailed system documentation and procedures. Prepare training materials as required
  • Manage endpoint and web security platforms
  • Configure, update, and monitor the systems monitoring platform
  • Maintain firewall configuration and monitor for abnormal behavior
  • Complete periodic log file reviews and identify abnormal events through the use of the security information and event management software
  • Regularly assess network and voice systems for vulnerabilities

Information Technology Specialist at Savant Wealth Management
May 2015 – March 2018 (2 yrs 11 mos)

  • Responsible for configuration, deployment, and maintenance of Cisco networking equipment
  • Configure Cisco phones and voicemail accounts
  • Monitor the help desk and provide solutions to support requests
  • Provide hardware, software, and voice system training
  • Configure, install, and support desktop computing equipment
  • Perform user and computer moves, adds, and changes
  • Assist with general server maintenance
  • Produce and maintain detailed systems and procedures documentation
  • Maintain security of systems and provide access to applications and files as needed

Information Technology Intern at Savant Wealth Management
June 2014 – May 2015 (1 yr)

  • Help with upgrading network equipment
  • Assist with updating/configuring of Cisco phone system
  • Create networking ports and switches documentation
  • Provide assistance to monitor and complete tasks received through the company Help Desk
  • Provide technical support related to Windows and Apple equipment
  • Assist with user and computer moves, adds, and changes
  • Upgrade Windows desktops and laptops as needed

Certifications

Skills

  • Networking
  • Troubleshooting
  • VoIP
    • Cisco Call Manager
    • Zoom Phone
  • Cybersecurity
    • Incident Response
    • Vulnerability Management
    • Security Awareness
  • Cisco Technologies
    • Routing / Switching
    • Meraki Wireless
    • Meraki Security Appliances
    • Meraki Switches
    • ASAs
    • IOS
    • Call Manager / Unity
    • Umbrella
  • Microsoft Technologies
    • Azure SAML SSO configuration
    • Office 365
    • Windows
    • Server 2008 R2 / 2012 R2 / 2019
    • Office 2010 / 2016
    • Active Directory
    • DNS
    • Group Policy
    • NPS
  • Sophos Central Administration

Education

  • Associates Degree in Cisco Networking – 2013 – 2015
    Rock Valley College

Awards and Honors

  • President’s List / Graduation with Highest Honors
    Rock Valley College

Volunteer / Organizations

  • Tech / Media Volunteer at local church
    2016 – 2018
References available on request.