Ed's Resume
Senior Information Technology (IT) Engineer
Development, Cybersecurity, and Operations (DevSecOps)
Development, Cybersecurity, and Operations (DevSecOps)
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Summary of Qualifications
Technical Project Manager with and over (3) decades of technical experience, specializing in spearheading integrations, security, and the management of multifaceted networked computer systems. My expertise extends to architecting, deploying, and optimizing a wide array of technologies, including Consumer-of-the-Shelf (COTS), Government-of-the-Shelf (GOTS), and bespoke open-source solutions that I develop and maintain.
Consistently driving projects to success in high-stakes environments such as National Defense, Biomedical Research, and National Emergency Response, ensuring operational excellence. My commitment to collaborative leadership and technical innovation has earned me the highest performance appraisal ratings throughout my career, underlining my dedication to advancing organizational objectives through strategic Information Technology (IT) initiatives.
Professional Experience
J9 Hosting and Compute (HaC)
Providing Department of Defense (DOD) hybrid cloud solutions.
Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA)
https://www.hacc.mil/Network Manager
Oversee and maintain the entire HaC IT ecosystem.
Manage Apple macOS endpoints using Jamf, Jamf Protect, Cloudflare, and Intune.
Utilize Jira for internal ticket tracking, managing Tier 1-4 technical issues, and establishing technical baselines.
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Secuirty Agency (CISA) CDM Defend
The Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) Program provides a dynamic approach to fortifying the cybersecurity of government networks and systems. The CDM Program delivers cybersecurity tools, integration services, and dashboards that help participating agencies improve their security posture by Reducing agency threat surface, Increasing visibility into the federal cybersecurity posture, Improving federal cybersecurity response capabilities and Streamlining Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA) reporting.
The National Institutes of Health (NIH)
https://www.cisa.govProject Manager
Project Management & Strategic Leadership: Spearheaded a comprehensive initiative aimed at bolstering the security infrastructure for Apple macOS across the NIH's 32 Institutes, Centers, and Offices. Successfully managed projects involving Enterprise Splunk, Nessus Tenable, and Jamf Pro Institute consoles to significantly enhance vulnerability management and security posture.
Autonomous Decision-Making & Implementation: Independently identified, planned, and executed strategies for the substantial reduction of CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEVs) within the NIH Apple ecosystem, showcasing strong autonomy and initiative.
System Architecture & Security Design: Played a pivotal role as a Jamf Pro Systems Architect, designing and implementing robust security frameworks. Developed Splunk Enterprise solutions and orchestrated Nessus Tenable reporting, demonstrating expertise in creating and managing complex system architectures.
Joint Service Provider Technical Support
JSP operates and defends the Department of Defense’s (DOD) key cyber terrain, and provides information technology (IT) services to Pentagon and National Capital Region (NCR) customers. As an integral part of the DOD’s plan to unify and reduce redundancies, the JSP employs a holistic approach to IT management by leveraging top talent across the Department to deliver services that enhance network reliability and stability for mission success.
Defefense Information System Agency (DISA)
https://www.disa.milSenior Network Engineer
Project Leadership in Secure Environments: Acted as the primary project manager and technical liaison within a highly secure, three-letter National Security Support setting, leading critical projects to enhance Apple macOS support across the department. Oversaw the integration and management of essential security and infrastructure tools, including Windows Servers, Jamf Pro, Splunk, Nessus Tenable, and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE).
Strategic Security Implementation & Compliance: Directed and implemented Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG) remediations, playing a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing the security posture of the department's Apple user base. Led initiatives to ensure the department's Apple hardware met stringent Authority to Operate (ATO) standards, highlighting a commitment to secure and compliant operations.
Autonomous Systems Design & Engineering: Independently developed software packages, orchestrated security updates, and designed system images using the on-premises Jamf Pro System, showcasing autonomy in driving projects and innovating solutions to meet the department's unique needs.
Department of Commerce
The mission of the Digital Media Services (DMS) is to provide the USPTO with a wide range of multimedia products and services, including large webcast support, computer-based training (CBT), in person/virtual audio-video production and digital photography. DMS primarily supports the Patents Cost Center, most notably the technology centers and Office of Patent training. DMS provides direct support to senior USPTO management, including the Under Secretary's office and the Commissioner for Patents.
United States Patent and Trademark Office
https://www.uspto.govInformation Systems Security Officer (ISSO), Network Manager
Played vital role maintaining security posture of the department’s Apple user base.
Upgraded to high speed (10Gb) video network for the Department’s Video Studio and Green Room.
Led initiatives maintain Department’s Authority to Operate (ATO) Apple macOS equipment.
Department of Defense
WHS is the designated support and service provider of human resources, facilities, resource management, contracting, personnel security, research, equal employment opportunity, transportation, and executive services for the Office of the Secretary of Defense, the Joint Staff, the Military Departments, other select DoD Components in the National Capital Region and beyond, Congress, and the White House.
EITSD
https://www.whs.mil/Senior Information Technology Specialist
High-Level Liaison Expertise: Acted as the central liaison for the Secretary's Communications and Public Affairs departments, the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and other interfacing agencies, facilitating seamless IT operations and communications. This role required diplomatic engagement and a nuanced understanding of the unique needs of each department and its leaders.
Strategic IT Leadership: Spearheaded the management of the Data at Rest Encryption console system, delivering secure data management solutions tailored for the department's Mac user group. This involved ensuring the highest standards of data integrity and confidentiality in support of national security objectives.
VIP & High-Profile Support Coordination: Served as the primary on-site Senior Mac Support Specialist for the OSD and the Fourth Estate. Executed a pivotal role in providing dedicated VIP/Mobile support, including direct technical services to the Joint Chiefs Support and Public Affairs Staff, enhancing their strategic communication efforts.
Advanced Systems Administration: As the Senior Administrator for the JAMF Casper Suite, leveraged AppleScript and Bash programming skills to establish and maintain operational excellence. Developed and enforced stringent operational standards, addressing complex and varied client requirements with precision and adaptability.
United States Department of State
The Office of Global Publishing Solutions (GPS) provides design, print, and copier management services to the Department domestically and overseas.
Office Global Publishing Solutions
https://www.state.govNetwork Manager
Global Apple Mac and iPad Integration Leader: Distinguished as the department’s senior liaison for Apple Mac and iPad deployment, overseeing the global integration and management of Apple technologies within embassy networks. Spearheaded the configuration and support of these devices, enhancing diplomatic operations and communications across international sites.
International Network Solutions Architect: Delivered comprehensive on-site IT support, including the configuration of client workstations, servers, and peripherals. Administered a robust network infrastructure across geographically dispersed locations, including Washington, D.C., Cairo, Egypt, and Manila, Philippines, ensuring consistent operational standards and system integrity.
Expert in Global Publishing Systems: Recognized as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the State Department’s publishing systems, leveraging Apple Macintosh technologies to streamline and secure the publishing processes within a diplomatic context.
The Marine Spill Response Corporation
MSRC has the largest portfolio of oil spill response equipment in the U.S. With a dedicated team of more than 350 people, 40 manned sites and nearly 100 companies in our STARs contractor group in approximately 250 locations, we are able to deploy quickly and effectively anywhere in the continental U.S., Puerto Rico, Hawaii and the U.S. Virgin Islands. In addition, our expertly maintained equipment and vessels can be cascaded from any region to respond to large–scale spill events.
MSRC assists the customer with the development of a telecommunication solution to meet unique response requirements and to get customers reconnected for business continuity and crisis management.
MSRC has provided telecommunications support for numerous oil spill and natural disaster incidents. Ranging in complexity from the deployment of a radio repeater and a few handheld radios to a full command center with nearly 100 telephones, internet access, and an extensive command and control radio network, MSRC provides highly trained technicians along with telecommunications equipment.
Emergency Communications Packages consist of:
An over the road 45 ft Communications Suite and 40 ft support trailer - strategically located at MSRC sites in Edison, NJ; Miami, FL; Lake Charles, LA; Houston, TX; Long Beach, CA; Richmond, CA; and Everett, WA.
Essential equipment, packaged in rack-mounted transportable containers that can be shipped via passenger air carriers as checked luggage, or by commercial overnight shipping companies.
Telephone and Internet connectivity via a dedicated Ku Band satellite link that MSRC leases on a 24/7/365 basis.
Additional satellite bandwidth or a unique coverage footprint may be accommodated via the satellite spot market on a first come first serve basis, dependent upon availability and situational requirements.
The Compact Rapid Deployable (CRD) is a Cell on Wheels (COW) that provides high speed connect to the Internet using either cellular Band 14, Starlink, or Ka-Band satellite terminals. It generates an area of FirstNet cellular range up to 1 mile and Wi-Fi range up to 1000’, virtually anytime and anywhere. The CRD is easy to transport, and all services can be extended into a staging site or incident command center.
Emergency Communications: 1st Responders to Oil Spills
https://www.msrc.orgTelecommunications & Information Systems (T&IS) Supervisor
Led a team of technical professionals and oversaw network operations for the preeminent emergency oil spill response entity in the United States.
Possessing advanced skills in Unix scripting and deployment of patch packages, I provided premier Tier 1-4 support to over 500 full-time field personnel. This included maintenance of Mac desktops, laptops, and various LDAP-synchronized devices in use across the nation and along U.S. coastlines, ensuring operational readiness 24/7/365.
Tasked with delegating work and overseeing the IT team at headquarters, I ensured that all IT and information system requirements were seamlessly fulfilled for both our internal staff and our clients in the industrial shipping sector.
Developed a fully customized web based service desk logistics system that managed resources during steady-state drills and emergency responses; using PHP, MySQL and Geolocalized Apple XServers and Apple Macintosh Open Directory LDAP Server.
MSRC Photographs
The Economist Newspaper Group
In the 1990s, The Economist Group acquired Roll Call, a well-known newspaper focused on the U.S. Congress and Capitol Hill. The acquisition took place in 1992, marking a significant expansion for The Economist Group into the American political news sector.
Roll Call was founded in 1955 by Sid Yudain, a former Capitol Hill press secretary, and it quickly became a staple for those following the intricacies of U.S. legislative activities. The paper was known for its comprehensive coverage of Congress, including legislative developments, profiles of lawmakers, and insights into the political climate of Capitol Hill.
The acquisition by The Economist Group was part of a broader strategy to diversify and expand its portfolio of publications. At the time, The Economist was already an established international weekly focusing on global current affairs, politics, business, science, technology, and culture. By purchasing Roll Call, The Economist Group aimed to enhance its presence in the U.S. market and capitalize on the growing interest in political reporting and analysis.
Under The Economist Group's ownership, Roll Call expanded its coverage and strengthened its position as a premier source of information for policymakers, lobbyists, and anyone interested in the workings of the U.S. Congress. The acquisition also allowed The Economist Group to leverage its editorial expertise and resources to further develop Roll Call's content and reach.
Roll Call Newspaper
https://www.rollcall.comDirector of Information Technology
Strategic IT Project Leadership: Orchestrated a large-scale modernization initiative as the head of IT, autonomously managing the overhaul and enhancement of the network infrastructure. This project encompassed an expansive suite of technologies including LAN/WAN, Open Directory, and various network applications and security devices, contributing to the significant growth of the company's technical capabilities.
Innovative Systems Development & Management: Pioneered the electronic content workflow systems for advertising, playing a pivotal role in the expansion and increased market presence of the newspapers. Independently designed and deployed customer-facing network applications and websites, such as rollcalldaily.com and rcjobs.com, along with multiple rollcall.com enhancements, which were instrumental in driving audience growth and engagement.
Growth-Driven Technology Implementation: Implemented cutting-edge, fault-tolerant systems and established robust disaster recovery protocols, significantly enhancing the security and operational continuity of the companies. My initiative in instituting redundant Internet/BGP networking ensured resilient infrastructure that supported and paralleled the companies' phenomenal growth and success.
The National Institutes of Health (NIH)
In the 1990s, The Economist Group acquired Roll Call, a well-known newspaper focused on the U.S. Congress and Capitol Hill. The acquisition took place in 1992, marking a significant expansion for The Economist Group into the American political news sector.
Roll Call was founded in 1955 by Sid Yudain, a former Capitol Hill press secretary, and it quickly became a staple for those following the intricacies of U.S. legislative activities. The paper was known for its comprehensive coverage of Congress, including legislative developments, profiles of lawmakers, and insights into the political climate of Capitol Hill.
The acquisition by The Economist Group was part of a broader strategy to diversify and expand its portfolio of publications. At the time, The Economist was already an established international weekly focusing on global current affairs, politics, business, science, technology, and culture. By purchasing Roll Call, The Economist Group aimed to enhance its presence in the U.S. market and capitalize on the growing interest in political reporting and analysis.
Under The Economist Group's ownership, Roll Call expanded its coverage and strengthened its position as a premier source of information for policymakers, lobbyists, and anyone interested in the workings of the U.S. Congress. The acquisition also allowed The Economist Group to leverage its editorial expertise and resources to further develop Roll Call's content and reach.
National Human Genome Research Institute
https://www.genome.govDirector of Information Technology
Strategic IT Project Leadership: Orchestrated a large-scale modernization initiative as the head of IT, autonomously managing the overhaul and enhancement of the network infrastructure. This project encompassed an expansive suite of technologies including LAN/WAN, Open Directory, and various network applications and security devices, contributing to the significant growth of the company's technical capabilities.
Innovative Systems Development & Management: Pioneered the electronic content workflow systems for advertising, playing a pivotal role in the expansion and increased market presence of the newspapers. Independently designed and deployed customer-facing network applications and websites, such as rollcalldaily.com and rcjobs.com, along with multiple rollcall.com enhancements, which were instrumental in driving audience growth and engagement.
Growth-Driven Technology Implementation: Implemented cutting-edge, fault-tolerant systems and established robust disaster recovery protocols, significantly enhancing the security and operational continuity of the companies. My initiative in instituting redundant Internet/BGP networking ensured resilient infrastructure that supported and paralleled the companies' phenomenal growth and success.
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