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I am a cybersecurity and IT infrastructure professional with experience in security operations, cloud security, firewall engineering, VPNs, endpoint protection, vulnerability management, and managed IT support. I help businesses secure their networks, troubleshoot infrastructure issues, improve threat detection, harden cloud environments, and build practical security programs. My experience includes Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, Zscaler, CrowdStrike, Splunk, Microsoft Defender, Rapid7, Tenable/Nessus, AWS, Azure, GCP, Fortinet, and SonicWall. I can help with cybersecurity assessments, firewall/VPN troubleshooting, vulnerability remediation, cloud security reviews, endpoint security, SIEM tuning, incident response support, and small business IT support. My focus is simple: reduce risk, improve reliability, and deliver clear technical results without unnecessary complexity.

Meraki Certified Network Operator and Firewall Network engineer, I have many years setting up and configuring, VPN, SD-WAN and remote locations Meraki and Cisco Switches and networking. Fortinet Firewall setup and config with remote locations and firewall filtering. User VPN setup and configure. Firewall rules and filtering. Nimble SAN Storage server setup and config with VMWare Esxi 5.0-6.7 setup and config with ISCSI connectivity for system storage profiles. Switches, Cisco Aeronet, Meraki, Ubiquiti and Motorola wireless, Nuuo video monitoring and LifeSize video conferencing. Troubleshoot TCP/IP, DNS, WINS, DHCP and VPN. Support and maintain computing services including Windows Hyper-V and IBM iSeries and System X servers, VMWARE Esxi 5.5-6.5. Server, 2003-2019 Citrix XenApps, and Windows environment. Troubleshoot EDI transactions in Data Masons Vantage Point and Liaison AS2. Administer Office 365 mail and apps.

A seasoned Security and Infrastructure Engineer with experience in on-premises, multi-cloud, and network environments. Skilled in designing, deploying, and securing networks using Palo Alto and Cisco Meraki. Successfully migrated email infrastructure to Office 365, enhancing collaboration and security. Proficient in implementing robust email security measures and maintaining optimal network performance. Recognized for expertise in various cybersecurity frameworks, ensuring comprehensive data protection.

I’m a passionate IT professional with 15+ years of experience designing, deploying, and troubleshooting medium to large-scale enterprise networks - from multi-site data centers to campus infrastructures. For the past 7+ years, I’ve also led high-performing teams to deliver secure, scalable, and optimized solutions. I specialize in transforming complex enterprise networks into highly available, reliable, and secure environments. My strengths include fast problem-solving, clear communication, and quick adaptability, ensuring projects are completed efficiently and with measurable results. When you work with me, the buck stops here - I take full ownership to make sure your network challenges are solved and your goals are met.

With over 15 years of invaluable experience in the IT industry, I bring a wealth of expertise to the table. Specifically, I have dedicated 8 years of my career to specializing in compliance standards such as HIPAA, HITECH, NERC, ISO 27001, FISMA, and ADA. My approach involves a meticulous step-by-step process that enables me to thoroughly analyze and address the unique needs of your organization. Having successfully dealt with HIPAA security breaches in the past, I am well-equipped to handle time-sensitive matters with utmost dedication. My primary goal is to ensure that my clients avoid substantial fines and penalties by promptly remedying any compliance issues. If you are in search of a comprehensive risk assessment, I am pleased to offer my services detailed below.: Security Risk Analysis o Annual Risk Assessment o Business Associate Agreement (BAA) o IT Security Documentation o IT Policy and Procedures o Report Analysis o Remediation Recommendations Website Compliance o Review website for ADA, CCPA, and GDPR compliance o HIPAA compliance is by scope only. o Security screenings o Monitoring o Backups o Remediation Strategies Network Vulnerability Assessment o Scoping o Threat Assessment o Setup & Configuration o Vulnerability Report Analysis o Remediation Recommendations Monthly Monitoring o Monthly Security Monitoring and Alerts o HIPAA compliance and alerts against malicious events o Website monitoring, compliance, monthly reports.

INFORMATION SECURITY ANALYST Hands on security engineering experience driving governance and compliance with a focus on developing security programs, reducing risk and decreasing costs with security management.