I'm a former librarian, now security engineer, researcher, and analyst.
I'm a strong advocate of security awareness, product security testing, hardening, and compliance.
I enjoy contributing to open source-communities, especially those involved with libraries and security.
Interests:
KaliPi and Bluetooth
Perform security evaluations on Cisco products.
Research Cisco products and vulnerabilities
Lead team responsible for security testing and ClamAV (anti-virus) testing.
Performed security testing on Security Business Group products..
Sourcefire, now part of Cisco.
Performed security testing and ClamAV (anti-virus) testing.
Acquired by Cisco.
Managed and administered various library servers - reviewed system and application logs to troubleshoot problems, installed server and software updates, updated and configured settings, configured firewall settings, and ensured backups were performed.
Ensured continued availability to critical library applications and services; ensured all systems and scripts were secure and updates applied.
Created and updated web content, and created scripts to perform automated tasks.
Assisted in computer and networking support and troubleshooting, and assisted staff and patrons in using software.
Prepared internal reports, internal policy drafts, and internal procedures for supervisor and working groups.
Wrote and maintained departmental internal documentation.
Researched current technology and library trends.
Evaluated and recommended IT tools, solutions, procedures, and policies; implemented, tested, and documented various technology projects either in a trial or production capacity.
Served on various library and Academy committees, working groups, and special interest groups; assisted in drafting library policies and planning.
Provided reference services at the Reference Desk.
Served as primary point of contact for the Systems department.
Ensured continued availability to critical library applications and services.
Supervised two part-time employees and several student assistants.
Managed and administered various servers - reviewed system and application logs to troubleshoot problems, installed server and software updates, and updated and configured settings.
Coordinated with and responded to vendors and other campus organizations; prepared financial draft reports; recommended computer software and hardware; reviewed contract proposals and purchase requests for acquisitions.
Oversaw and managed library technology inventory including equipment life-cycle, and the planning, coordination, and deployment of new equipment.
Performed computer and networking troubleshooting, assisted staff and patrons with using software; performed routine maintenance and updates on the library computers; installed and configured new computers and hardware.
Led research and test initiatives of new software, hardware, and technology.
Managed and developed web content; created PHP scripts to perform automated tasks.
Maintained the library’s subscription databases and electronic resources.
Provided reference services at the Reference Desk.
Served as liaison and collection development librarian for STEM disciplines.
Focused on security technologies, forensics, management, compliance, government regulations, policies, disaster recovery, and psychology.
Covered database management, programming, web development, graphics design, and business practices.
Systems/technology emphasis to libraries and general library disciplines such as cataloging, reference, human resource management, and government documents.
Broad program that covered logic, history, ethics, social justice, reality, and knowledge.
District of Columbia
Washington, DC
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