Cloud Security Consultant
Summary:
Experienced and dynamic Cybersecurity Professional with a proven track record in Information Security, Cloud Security, Linux, and Windows environments. Possessing a deep commitment to root cause analysis and a relentless “get it done” attitude. Seeking an engaging role as a Security Consultant to drive personal and professional growth within the cybersecurity sector. Known for a personable demeanor, expert knowledge, and exceptional communication skills. Dedicated to mentoring young Black professionals to foster diversity, equity, and inclusion within the cybersecurity industry.
Experience:
Security Consultant @ Amazon Web Services (AWS) | Sep 2022 – Apr 2023
Spearheaded Cloud Migration, Security Scanning, Secure Code Scanning Pipeline, and AWS DevOps training initiatives.
Gained proficiency in Terraform, CloudFormation, AWS Config, AWS Security Hub, and more.
Achieved AWS Speaker Certification and successfully completed AWS 5-Day Security Bootcamp.
Leveraged expertise in Prowler, Control Tower, CloudFormation, and Security Epics for enhanced outcomes.
Information Security Engineer @ City and County of San Francisco HSA|| Jun 2015 – Aug 2022
Directed security operations for 2000 Social workers aiding vulnerable individuals in San Francisco.
Led VPN, Cloud, and Firewall migrations, contributing to a secure remote work environment.
Managed DevOps Security, Auditing, and Vulnerability Remediation, driving robust security measures.
Championed security project management and system hardening for a fortified infrastructure.
Computer Systems Security Analyst @ Northrop Grumman | Nov 2014 – Jun 2015
Orchestrated security functions in collaboration with ISSM, including incident response and reporting.
Administered Palo Alto Firewall and Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) for streamlined protection.
Functioned as Principal ISSO and Subject Matter Expert for ACAS Security Suite.
Ensured compliance with regulations such as, DOD RMF, and NISPOM, DIACAP referencing Nist 800.53.
Network Security Administrator@ RTGX Technologies| Mar 2012 – Oct 2014
Managed Cisco and Juniper Firewalls and Network equipment, Microsoft Server administration, Tier III Desktop support, Security system hardening and configuration management.
Configured and monitored SEIM solution to aggregate data and provide continuous monitoring.
Conducted vulnerability assessments and administered McAfee Security Suite for robust defense in depth.
Provided Vulnerability management using Retina and ACAS(Tenable Nessus)
Electronic Technician United States Navy |2004 – 2010
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree, Business Management Golden Gate University | 2014 – 2016
AA, CS/ Electronic Technology Coastline Community College | 2005 – 2007
BA, Computer Information Systems Alabama State University | 2003 – 2004
Cyber Security City College of San Francisco | Aug 2010 – Jan 2015
Training and Certifications:
| Security | Networking | ICS. | Misc. | Cloud |
| CISSP | CCNA(exp) | CISA ICS 301 V | MDM Airwatch, Blackberry, intune | AWS CAA Solutions Architect |
| CISA | CCNA Security (exp) | CISA ICS 301 L | M365 | AWS Security |
| CEH | CCNP training | CIS ICS 401 | Sans Forensics Training 508 | Hashicorp Terraform |
| Security+ | Fortinet | Electronic Technician | Cloud Formation | Azure Security |
| CISM Training | Cisco ASA | Stationary Engineer training | Python Bootcamp | Aws Devops training |
| OCSP training | AWS Networking | ESWS | JavaScript Bootcamp | GCP PCA OCT 2023 |
Projects:
DLP upgrades
Checkpoint Migration
Fortinet Migrations
Rapid7 InsightVM upgrades
Imperva rollout
Network Migration
Cloud migration of 20+ applications
GCP – AWS Redundancy migration
AWS delivery security review of Large Scale Cloud migration including inventory of assets, Threat modeling and Code review
AWS Enhanced Checkride project Consultant delivery of AWS Config, Security hub and Macie
Symantec system Migration
EDR implementation Mandiant
Splunk scale up
Remote work Firewall upgrade for Scale
Security Awareness campaign scale up
Social and Volunteer causes:
100 Black men Bay area Member and Volunteer
East Bay basketball officials association
Cyberpatriots Mentor
Black in Cybersecurity Member, Mentor and Volunteer