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Eric Lunsford - Cybersecurity Assessor | Compliance Consultant | vCISO Certification - CCA | CCP | RPA | RP | SSCP | Pentest+ | Project+ | Sec+ | Net+ | A+| ECS I am Eric Lunsford, a cybersecurity professional with over 20 years of experience in management and leadership roles across the military and private IT sectors. I specialize in Cybersecurity, Governance & Compliance, Risk Management, and Secure Infrastructure Design. As a CMMC Certified Assessor (CCA), Certified CMMC Professional (CCP), Registered Practitioner Advanced (RPA), and Registered Practitioner (RP), I provide both formal CMMC/NIST 800-171 assessments and consulting services tailored to the unique needs of organizations within the Department of Defense (DoD) Defense Industrial Base (DIB) as well as Federal and Local Agencies. I hold certifications and credentials from the U.S. Army, ISC², CompTIA, Cisco, and EC-Council with specialization in Network Management, Cybersecurity, Encryption, and Information Assurance. I have provided regulatory and compliance assistance to over 100+ DoD supply chain organizations, helping companies strengthen their Supplier Performance Risk Score (SPRS), protect Federal Contract Information (FCI), secure Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and harden their networks and device configurations against threats. Specialties • Cybersecurity Auditing & Assessments (CMMC L1–L3, NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53) • Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) documentation and program development • Network & Device Configuration Management aligned with DoD STIGs and CIS benchmarks • Virtual CISO (vCISO) Services for strategic security and compliance oversight • Policy & Procedure Development for security, privacy, and IT operations • AI & Emerging Technology Integration for compliance and security automation Frameworks & Compliance Expertise • NIST 800-53 – Federal systems • FedRAMP, StateRAMP, TX-RAMP – Federal/State cloud systems • NIST 800-171 – Contractor systems handling CUI • CMMC L1, L2, L3 – DoD contractor readiness and assessments • ISO/IEC 27000, 27001, 27002 – Information Security Management Systems • SOX – Financial reporting compliance • SOC 2 Type II – Service organization security controls • PCI-DSS – Payment card industry compliance • PHI, PII, Privacy Regulations – HIPAA and data protection requirements Project Deliverables & Capabilities Compliance Deliverables: • System Security Plans (SSP) • Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M) • Risk Management Plans & Assessments • Incident Response Plans & Processes • Change & Configuration Management Plans • Gap Analyses & Remediation Plans • Security Policies, Procedures, Processes, Checklists, and Matrixes Technical Deliverables: • Secure Network & Topology Flow Diagrams • Scope Boundary Definitions • Encryption & Data Protection Programs • Endpoint Management & Mobile Device Management • System Testing Metrics, Storage, Backup, and Archiving solutions Consulting & Training: • GAP Assessments with remediation roadmaps • Policy development and compliance readiness coaching • Education & training for executives, HR, IT Admins, and staff • Full lifecycle compliance project management • Evidence collection, attestations, and audit preparation Professional Experience Throughout my career, I have served as: • Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) – Advising executive teams on compliance and risk strategies • Senior Security Engineer – Implementing secure infrastructures and advanced encryption standards • Secure Infrastructure Specialist – Designing DoD-compliant architectures • Project Manager – Leading compliance, remediation, and IT modernization efforts • Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst – Monitoring, detecting, and responding to threats Why Work With Me? I provide end-to-end cybersecurity and compliance services—from initial gap analysis and roadmap development to full assessments and audits. My approach is hands-on, practical, and tailored to each organization’s environment, ensuring not only compliance but also stronger overall security. Whether you need a CMMC assessment, NIST 800-171 consulting, ISO 27001 program build, or a vCISO to lead your security strategy, I bring the experience, certifications, and proven track record to help your organization succeed. Contact me with any questions or project requests. Let’s build your compliance roadmap and strengthen your cybersecurity posture. Eric Lunsford

Experienced IT Technician | Microsoft 365, Networking, Remote Support I'm a Level 2 IT Support professional with over 7 years of experience in managing Microsoft 365 environments, troubleshooting complex networking issues, and delivering high-quality remote technical support. Core Skills: Microsoft 365 Administration (Exchange, Teams, SharePoint, Intune) VPN, DNS, DHCP, and Firewall configuration PowerShell scripting for automation Windows 10/11, Azure AD, Entra ID Remote support tools: AnyDesk, TeamViewer, Quick Assist I’ve worked with organizations from startups to enterprises, always focusing on fast issue resolution and detailed documentation. If you're looking for someone to step in and solve IT problems with little hand-holding — I’m your guy. Let's talk about how I can help keep your systems secure, optimized, and running smoothly

I design and build production-grade security systems for companies that need to secure cloud infrastructure, pass audits, and operate in regulated environments. Most teams don’t have a security tool problem. They have an architecture, integration, and execution problem. That’s where I come in. What I Do I help startups and enterprise teams move from: ❌ fragmented tools and partial controls ❌ audit delays and failing security reviews ❌ reactive fixes and security debt → to ✅ engineered, scalable security architecture ✅ audit-ready, continuously compliant environments ✅ automated, integrated security operations Core Expertise Cloud Security & Cryptography • Multi-cloud security architecture (AWS, Azure, GCP) • TLS PKI systems with automated certificate lifecycle (IaC + CI/CD) • Encryption architecture (CMEK, KMS, data masking, data protection) • Cryptographic hardening aligned with FIPS and modern standards • DNS security, network isolation, and zero-trust patterns Identity & Access Management • SSO (SAML, OIDC), enterprise identity federation • RBAC and least-privilege system design at scale • SCIM provisioning and identity lifecycle automation • Integration with enterprise IdPs (PingFederate, Azure AD, Okta) • Cross-account and multi-environment access control Compliance & Audit Readiness • SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, HIPAA, FedRAMP-aligned environments • End-to-end delivery: gap assessment → implementation → audit support • Control design, remediation, and evidence automation (Vanta, Drata, custom pipelines) • Continuous compliance monitoring vs point-in-time audits • Closing audit findings fast (not just identifying them) Security Engineering & Incident Response • CI/CD security (SAST, DAST, IaC scanning, secret management) • Vulnerability management with automated remediation workflows • Cloud misconfiguration detection (CIS benchmarks, runtime analysis) • Secure system design across infrastructure and application layers • Incident response, forensics support, and system hardening AI-Driven Security I don’t just integrate tools — I design security platforms. I have built and architected multi-agent AI-driven cybersecurity systems combining: • Cloud security analysis (AWS integrations, IAM analysis, misconfiguration detection) • Offensive security (recon, exploitation, privilege escalation simulation) • Vulnerability management (SAST, DAST, fuzzing, CI/CD integration) • SOC automation (SIEM/SOAR integrations, alert enrichment, playbooks) • Forensics and incident investigation workflows • Compliance reporting mapped to frameworks (SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI, HIPAA) Key capabilities: • Multi-agent orchestration and communication • Automated remediation workflows • MITRE ATT&CK mapping and executive reporting • API-driven integrations across security tooling ecosystem • Role-based access for security, DevOps, and compliance teams This enables: → Continuous security instead of periodic assessments → 80% reduction in manual security effort → Faster audit readiness and real-time visibility How I Work • Engineering-first — I build and implement, not just advise • Work directly in production systems (cloud, identity, pipelines) • Design for real audit constraints, not theoretical compliance • Fast execution, clear communication, and ownership Typical Clients • SaaS companies preparing for SOC 2 / ISO 27001 / HIPAA • Cloud-native platforms handling sensitive or regulated data • Startups entering enterprise sales with security blockers • Organizations with fragmented security tools that don’t work together Important I’m not a fit for checklist-based security or surface-level audits. If you need: • real security architecture • working implementations • systems that pass audits and hold up in production - we’ll work well together.

Highly motivated and detail-oriented professional with a strong technical background and a commitment to continuous learning. Proficient in administration and cybersecurity, with recent certifications as a Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) and CompTIA Security+. Currently enrolled in a BS Cybersecurity program at UMT. Equipped with comprehensive knowledge of cybersecurity principles, threat detection, and risk management. Seeking an opportunity to leverage my skills and experience in a challenging and dynamic role within the cybersecurity field.

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