Kris K.

Primary information security engineer for a global top 40 law firm. • Directed Firm projects related to information security. Developed plans for the implementation and support of new security technologies. Monitored, tracked, and controlled project activities and staff performance. Integral in influencing system projects from a security perspective. • Advised business lines and IT teams on security best practices. Served as the Firm’s subject matter expert for security controls strategy and processes, including risk, audit, and privacy requirements. • Enhanced C-suite and employee security knowledge and awareness, oversaw the design and implementation of standard security processes for the Information Security Department. • Deployed Tenable Security Center Continuous View onto the network enhancing network visibility. • Led Incident Response for Firm malware event. Deployed Cylance antivirus to eradicate threat and helped generate executive summary report. • Architected and gained budget approval for CyberArk privileged access management, Digital Guardian data loss prevention, Guardicore micro-segmentation software, IronScales phishing training and reporting software, and Splunk log management software. • Trained on leading ISO 27001 internal audits, while helping develop Firm Information Security policies. • Influenced the CISO to conduct a full risk analysis with the General Counsel and assisted in defining the current and future state risk level for the law firm.

Lead Subject Matter Expert (SME) for multiple Computer Network Operations (CNO) projects in pursuit of satisfying high-priority national foreign intelligence requirements. • Provided expertise and guidance for intelligence operations, drafting network documentation based on target data, lessons learned, and professional analysis of target networks. • Leveraged knowledge of computer security guidelines for firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and other computer network defense products. • Compiled and correlated analytical risk management reports reflecting communications patterns and trends to enhance operational security posture within the network. • Solved analytical challenges and drove computer network operations using Python scripting to enhance, automate, and scale analysis of disparate data sets. • Delivered senior level technical training and mentoring to team members on network security tools, techniques, and industry best practices. • Ensured cyber security principles were followed in all aspects of computer network operations. • Recognized for exemplary support and client delivery services through company Performance Award October, 2015, for ongoing innovation and tenacity producing significant and impactful results.

Managed a team providing oversight of multiple network installation projects. Ensured quality installations were delivered on time and on budget for projects valued at $6M+. • Conducted site surveys identifying voice/network requirements for each site, and reviewed and validated contract Performance Work Statements. • Directed help desk supporting hundreds of users and machines across multiple locations. • Installed several secure SATCOM network access points, while continuing administration and maintenance support providing 24/7 connectivity.

Led over 50 personnel working in multiple secure deployable communication work centers providing support to the NSA. • Managed numerous global short-notice and rotational deployments. • Prepared hundreds of financial travel authorizations for deployed personnel, ensuring all administrative functions were properly handled for the division. • Selected as section Point of Contact (POC) for Continuity of Operations (COOP) planning. Provided secure communications guidance to Agency planners. • Awarded Technology Directorate Senior Non-Commissioned Officer, 1st Quarter 2011.

Provided secure communications support for the Vice President of the United States when traveling outside of Washington DC. Ensured 24/7 reliable emergency communications. Maintained watch over communication status for all White House circuits. • Supervised 7-25 person advance teams while planning logistics support and coordinating site surveys. • Ensured dedicated, secure, reliable communications for the Vice President, White House Staff, and the Secret Service. • Served as Senior Duty Watch Officer, reporting directly to the Commander of the White House Communications Agency on daily status of over 600+ personnel, and the functional status of multiple Presidential, Vice Presidential, and First Lady advance trip sites.

Led 7-person team maintaining over $7M in communications assets located in Washington, and various locations across the United States. • Orchestrated the installation, operation, and maintenance of secure, non-secure, and emergency voice / data communications equipment in 130+ mobile communications vehicles. • Maintained a large inventory of radio and audio distribution networks throughout Washington, DC area.