Work:
Solvent Analytics, LLC May 2013 to 2000
System Technicians- Supervisor
D&S Consultants Incorporated, (DSCI), GTMO, Cuba - Eaton, NJ Aug 2012 to Apr 2013
Helpdesk Technician
STI /ManTech- Bagram, AB and Camp Dwyer, Afghanistan - Red Bank, NJ Jun 2008 to Apr 2012
Senior New Equipment Technical Installer/Instructor
The Sedona Group - Moline, IL Jul 2007 to Apr 2008
Network Systems Engineer
Caritech, LLC - San Juan, PR Apr 2005 to Jun 2007
Assistant Project Manager
Pneumatic Vacuum Elevators, LLC - Miami, FL Jan 2004 to Apr 2005
Production Senior Technician
Department of Homeland Security - Miami, FL Mar 2002 to Dec 2003
Customs Inspector
Nielsen Media Research - Miami, FL Mar 1998 to Mar 2002
IT Technician
Department of the ARMY - Washington, DC Sep 1978 to Mar 1998
Aviation Maintenance Officer
Education:
COLORADO TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY - Colorado Springs, CO 2005 to 2006
Certificate in Information System Security Certification and Accreditation
COLORADO TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY - Colorado Springs, CO 2004 to 2006
Certificate in Information System Security Professional
COLORADO TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY - Colorado Springs, CO 2004 to 2006
Master in Science in Management in Network Security
Colorado Technical University - Colorado Springs, CO 2004 to 2006
Certificate in Project Management
US CUSTOMS SERVICE ACADEMY - Glynco, GA 2002 to 2002
Federal Law Enforcement Training Course
INTERAMERICAN UNIVERSITY - San Juan, PR May 1983
Bachelor in Arts
UNIVERSITY OF PUERTO RICO - San Juan, PR 1982 to 1983
Human Resources and Business Relations Certificates
Military:
Rank: WO Aug 1978 to Mar 1998
Branch: ARMYL.i.location.original
Skills:
Over 17 years experience as an IT Professional diagnosing and resolving technical problems in a multi-user environment. Exceptional interpersonal, communication and public relations skills that allow the development of a strong rapport with individuals on all levels. Proficient in a wide range of computer programs, including Window OS, MS Office, MS Project, MS Visio, Virus/firewalls, IDS/Prevention utilities, ERP/CRM tools, and network monitoring tools, Wireless, and Ethernet based protocols. I am Certified in Information System Security, Certification, and Accreditation and Certified Project Management. Experience working as a Help Desk Technician with a substantial achievement record. As project manager I ensure successful completion of all work executed by the team, (on time, on budget, technical and functional requirements delivered, and consistent cycle time and cost effectiveness improvement). Mentor and train others in information security in addition to training for other technical groups. Install and maintain security infrastructure, including IPS, IDS, and log management. Assess threats, risks, and vulnerabilities from emerging security issues. I was the SME for the Base Expeditionary Targeting Surveillance Systems-Combine. (BETSS-C Project), Ground Based Operations Surveillance System (G-BOSS Project) and other systems in the ISR program in where I developed, documented, as well as planned and executed the installation and training for several high tech network equipment used during Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan and Guantanamo Naval Base in Cuba.