Hello to you all once again. I have posted my resume here in the past looking for a better opportunity. Now that I am the latest victim of a RIF I am looking for any opportunity. I would be very interested in pursuing any and all opportunities that any of you may have or know of. My ability to contribute to your company's efforts in information security not only as a security professional and engineer but as an individual contributor, and as a team member has been well demonstrated in my previous positions. I have extensive knowledge in information security, security policy development and implementation, network/system engineering, system integration, support, as well as physical security. I have over 7 years total IT experience including but not limited to 6 years experience in Windows 3.x - 2000, 2 years experience with Cisco products and have been focused on information security, network and system implementation and support, network monitoring for over six years. I have been instrumental in implementing and maintaining security policies, networks, monitoring tools and applications for corporations and government agencies. I know your organization would benefit from someone with my talents. I have current Cisco and Microsoft credentials and am working on CISSP and CISA with a strong security and system auditing background as well as being able to work independently with added responsibility. I would like to hear from you at your convenience. I can answer any questions you may have and discuss my availability for personal interviews as soon as possible. My resume is attached and I can be available to commence employment almost immediately. I reside in Colorado Springs with my family and am open to relocation. I can be reached at (719) 291-7705 during the hours of 8AM and 6PM or (719) 266-0211 from 6PM to 6AM. My email address is burtonjmat_private If you need the job done, your search is over. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, James D. Burton 6117 Whirlwind Dr. Colorado Springs, CO 80918 (719)291-7705 days (719)266-0211 eves burtonjmat_private ------------------------------ Resume ----------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------- James D. Burton 6117 Whirlwind Dr. Colorado Springs, Colorado 80918 Home-719-266-0211 Email: burtonjmat_private Career Objective To continuously grow in a challenging information technology career with an industry leading company and leverage proven experience and a "can do" attitude to successfully obtain company and individual goals and objectives. Career Profile Information Technology Specialist who is a dedicated professional, fast paced and adaptive learner, with solid interpersonal and communications skills. I have a proven record in information security, network and system engineering/administration, disaster recovery, desktop support, hardware and software troubleshooting and configuration. I have built, expanded, and diagnosed computers and networks for over seven years. I am familiar with IBM mainframe, Intel, and Unix platforms. I also hold certifications with Cisco and Microsoft and am seeking a CISSP and GIAC. Areas of Expertise · Information Security Management · Physical Security Management · Intrusion Detection System Development · Security Policy Development and Implementation · Incident Handling and Reporting Procedures · Strategic and Operational Planning · Visio · Microsoft Project · LAN-WAN- Engineering and Architecture · Quality and Performance Improvement · Decision Making and Problem Solving · System Engineering and implementation Professional Technical Skills · 5 years experience in security audits, research, analysis, and compliance testing utilizing Cisco Secure Policy Manager, Cisco Secure Scanner, Cisco PIX firewalls and routers, Cerberus Internet Scanner, Tripwire, and event management software. · 6 years experience in network implementations, server/desktop setups, and help desk integration. · 7 years desktop client/server experience in DOS, Windows 9x, NT4, and 2000. · 7 years experience Ethernet, 10BaseT/100, Token Ring, TCP/IP. · 6 years network administration/management of BANYAN Vines, and Microsoft Windows 95, 98, NT 4.0, 2000 Servers/workstations. · 5 years Information Systems/Technology management of resources, and personnel. · 3 years physical security keyless access systems using Win ACAS and Win PAC, CCTV. Education and Training Colorado Technical University - Colorado Springs, Colorado, Graduate 12/2002 Master of Science in Computer Science with a concentration in Information Security SANS/GIAC – Denver, Colorado 2001 Firewalls Perimeter Protection & VPNS University of Phoenix - Denver, Colorado 2000 Bachelor of Science in Information Systems MISTI - Denver, Colorado 2000 Guide to Network Vulnerability Testing USMC Computer Science School - Quantico, Virginia 1995 Small Computer Systems Specialist Experience with Highlights and Achievements Information Security Specialist, Global Healthcare Exchange, Inc., Westminster, Colorado Feb 2001 – Aug 2001 · Responsible for overall management of network and system security and physical security for a corporate network and production environment for a web-based, business-to-business healthcare exchange. · Technical responsibilities include designing intrusion detection system combined with Cisco IDS, Cisco Secure Policy Manager, Tripwire, and Syslog. Analyzed logs and data for incident handling and reporting. I developed incident handling and reporting procedures, Acceptable Use Policy, and disaster recovery procedures. · Work with third party vendors to develop and implement CCTV system, keyless access system, tape backup system, and off-site storage of tape backups. Consultant, Idea Integration, Denver, CO May 2000 – Feb2001 · Performed a network analysis of a public utilities company to expose network bottlenecks and assess the security posture of the systems and the network. · For a city planner’s office, I upgraded the office technology from a DOS based Lantastic environment to the current Windows 2000 and Windows NT4.0 network. I implemented a domain controller with WINS, DHCP, and DNS. I also reconfigured the Bay Networks Instant Internet 400 unit network protocols from IPX/SPX to TCP/IP with NAT. · Migrated the corporate office of a national insurance company from Token Ring to Ethernet and installed and configured their domain controller utilizing NT 4.0. The conversion included installing and configuring new Network Interface Cards for all desktops and printers. The Token Ring MAU’s were upgraded to 3Com Ethernet hubs. Contract- Information Security/System Administrator, Citidirect, Golden, CO Nov 1998 –May 2000 · Established and maintained the setup of multi-million dollar E-Commerce Data Center for one of the world’s largest banking organizations. Setup and administered over 100 NT 4 servers and workstations and over 50 SQL 6.5 databases. · Technical responsibilities included maintaining compliance with corporate guidelines on information security utilizing security management software. I developed a backup policy utilizing Veritas Netbackup for NT and coordinated with an offsite storage facility for a daily, weekly, and monthly tape rotation and for disaster recovery. · Acted as a Desktop Support Administrator with the responsibility of setting up, configuring, and maintaining over 100 desktop computers. Small Computer Systems Specialist, United States Marine Corps, Oct 1994 – Oct 1998 · Managed and administrated mainframe security for an entire organization which included granting and monitoring access to 87 subordinate security officers, and over 1000 user accounts in three different geological sites utilizing CA TSS, TSO, and CICS. Provided daily support to six SNA 3270 services to accommodate all users. · Acted as an Assistant Network Chief for a large Marine Corps support organization overseas with the responsibility of overall administration of a multi-platform network consisting of 40 Banyan Vines servers, six NT servers, and 230 services. · Additional responsibilities included providing the LAN team direction, guidance, supervision, and implementation of server upgrades, cable conversions, hardware installations, and software configurations. I helped maintain a help desk reachable 24 hours and provide customer support to over 2500 users. · As a Small Computer Systems Specialist in a Marine Corps division, I administered over 2000 user accounts and 300 services on a Banyan Vines network consisting of links to 49 servers. I provided help desk support and training for all users and technicians in need. I consistently produced NATURAL programming extracts upon request. · Was the lead administrator and network planner for a Global Command and Control (GCCS) and Tactical Combat Operations (TCO) network utilizing UNIX platforms and TCP/IP, providing guidance to the security officer on mainframe issues and contributed all HP-UX experience when needed and administered e-mail gateways through X.500 and SMTP.
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