Blackbaud

As a Cybersecurity Team Leader, I oversee a diverse team of cybersecurity engineers, analysts, and system administrators, driving the success of enterprise-wide security initiatives and fostering professional growth. I focus on leading efforts to enhance security operations, develop strategic plans, and ensure the integration of security measures across the organization.

• Lead and mentor a team, evaluating performance and creating professional development opportunities to support program success.
• Represent the cybersecurity team in cross-functional meetings, advancing key projects and aligning cybersecurity goals with organizational priorities.
• Developed and implemented a comprehensive PAM program for the organization, establishing strategies for privilege migration and adoption of use cases based on risk assessments.
• Conducted gap analyses and risk assessments to identify areas of improvement, ensuring the organization’s security posture is continually evolving and prioritizing key issues for resolution.
• Spearheaded the automation and integration of security management processes into the PAM solution, ensuring seamless operations and improving overall efficiency.
• Partnered with the IAM team to enhance Identity Assurance Levels and Authentication Assurance Levels, ensuring cohesive security across privileged and non-privileged accounts.
• Worked closely with the IAM governance team to provide comprehensive oversight of privileged accounts and align security governance with best practices.

Cybsecurity Team Leader

Over the past year at Blackbaud, I have led the PAM engineering program as the Functional Lead responsible for the architecture, engineering, deployment, and management of PAM best practices across the organization, increasing security efficiency and improving security posture. I am responsible for creating efficiency for access management and streaming integrations across IAM and PAM programs. Through the process of deployment, I directed the development and maintenance of security policies, reference architecture, and guidelines.

Key Accomplishments:
1. Deployment of an enterprise password management solution providing an internal management password solution for 100% of the organization. 
2. Architected, engineered, and deployed a privileged access management (PAM) program for a post-breach organization which streamlined user access processes and reduced the risk of data breaches by 40%, significantly improving the organization's security posture.
3. Directed the formulation and implementation of robust security policies and reference architectures, ensuring 100% compliance with industry standards and enterprise-wide policies.

Principal Cybersecurity Engineer - Functional Lead

Ingevity

As an Information Security leader, I spearheaded the implementation and management of critical security initiatives at Ingevity. My primary focus was on enhancing cybersecurity measures, optimizing operational efficiency, and ensuring the integrity of our digital and physical assets. Some of my responsibilities included the implementation of a comprehensive PAM program, architecture and design of enterprise and operation technology network security, development of metrics and key performance indicators, and day-to-day security operations.

Key Accomplishments:
1. Architected and executed a comprehensive firewall and network segmentation strategy for enterprise and ICS, leading to a 70% decrease in cyber risk incidents. 
2. Led a dynamic cybersecurity operations program, achieving a 35% improvement in incident response times and a 20% increase in threat detection accuracy.
3. Strengthened the organization’s security infrastructure by effectively implementing a PAM program, resulting in a 50% reduction in security incidents related to privileged access.

Information Security Lead

At Ingevity I was instrumental in orchestrating and managing a wide array of initiatives aimed at fortifying the information security program. My responsibilities span across diverse areas, including the deployment of advanced security technologies, the development of robust security policies, and the management of various security-focused projects. 


Key Accomplishments:
1. Successfully implemented a PAM solution, resulting in a 60% decrease in unauthorized access incidents and a 70% reduction in access-related security breaches.
2. Streamlined IAM and Azure MIM/PIM processes, leading to a 40% improvement in user access control and a 25% reduction in identity management issues.
3. Deployed MFA and SSO across the organization, leading to an 80% reduction in phishing attack success rates and a 60% improvement in user authentication processes.
4. Implemented web security gateways, which contributed to a 50% reduction in web-based threats. 
5. Conducted regular vulnerability assessments, leading to a 70% reduction in high-risk vulnerabilities and a 50% improvement in patch management efficiency.
6. Implemented advanced email security solutions, resulting in a 60% decrease in email-borne threats and a 50% reduction in spam and phishing emails.
7. Enhanced application security measures, leading to a 40% decrease in application-layer attacks and a 30% improvement in secure code deployment.
8. Executed endpoint hardening for Windows and NIX endpoints, achieving an 80% reduction in endpoint security incidents and a significant improvement in endpoint compliance with security standards.
9. Rolled out a global security awareness and phishing program, leading to a 70% increase in employee awareness scores and a 60% reduction in successful phishing attacks.

Sr. Security Analyst - Information Security

A key contributor to the deployment of ServiceNow and Kronos, leading to significant operational efficiency gains. Offered critical support to legal teams on eDiscovery cases, safeguarding organizational compliance and reducing risks. Lead analyst for the implementation of Workday HRIS integrations across the enterprise. 

Key Accomplishments:
1. Successfully deployed Kronos Time and Attendance systems across all manufacturing sites in the United States, resulting in a 95% increase in timekeeping accuracy and a 20% reduction in payroll processing time
2. Enhanced the physical security program by adopting advanced physical security access controls at the headquarters and manufacturing sites across the United States. 
3. Implemented ServiceNow, streamlining enterprise-wide request methods for access and system requests. This integration covered Incident Management, Change Management, Request Management, Configuration Management, and more, leading to a 35% improvement in request processing efficiency, a 25% reduction in incident resolution times, and a 40% enhancement in change management compliance.

Business Systems Analyst - IT

DKW COMMUNICATIONS, INC.

🌏 Global Security Management

Managed the Global Theater Security Cooperation Management System, working closely with global customers and Navy Cybersecurity teams to strengthen system security and perform essential security patch management.

System Administrator - Database Security

SAIC

Provided software and hardware support for the Department of Navy GCCS-M and NTCSS platform.

Security Systems Analyst

Oversee the enhancement of anti-terrorism equipment across Air Force installations. 

Key Accomplishment:
Converted physical barrier systems from hydraulic to electro-magnetic barriers reducing annual maintenance and servicing by 50%. Qualifying the Air Force to adopt the program into a self-managed program within the military under Physical Security and Anti-terrorism reporting to the installation Physical Security Manager.

Physical Security Specialist

United States Air Force

During my dedicated service in the United States Air Force, I embodied the core values of integrity, service before self, and excellence in all I did, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to the nation.

Aircraft Mechanic

Cybersecurity Professional - Identity and Privileged Security (IAM/PAM) Leadership / Veteran

As a Cybersecurity Leader with over 11 years of experience in Cyber & Information Security, I specialize in designing and implementing robust security programs that drive enterprise security maturity. Most recently, I led the successful deployment of a Privilege Access Management (PAM) solution across a large enterprise, ensuring alignment with industry standards and strengthening security posture.

I manage a team responsible for architecting solutions, deploying systems, and establishing policies and procedures that support secure operations. By developing comprehensive KPIs and KRIs, I enable data-driven decision-making for senior leadership. My ability to translate technical solutions into measurable business outcomes has positioned me as a trusted advisor on security strategy.

In addition to PAM, I’ve expanded my focus to include Identity and Access Management (IAM), where I roadmap solutions for privileged credential access. I have consistently identified and implemented additional controls and capabilities, collaborating with senior leadership to drive adoption and security enhancements.

I am passionate about advancing enterprise security through leadership, strategic planning, and the continuous improvement of security tools and processes. I am always looking to leverage my skills to support organizations in achieving their security goals.

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