Information Technology Infrastructure Specialist

Professional Summary:

Experienced cybersecurity and network operations expert with a strong focus on monitoring large-scale IT environments, developing custom automation tools, and driving strategic, cross-organizational processes. Led initiatives to enhance network visibility, improve data analysis capabilities, and integrate advanced monitoring technologies across complex infrastructure landscapes.

Role Overview:

• Spearheaded efforts to expand monitoring and log analysis capabilities across a nationwide network infrastructure.
• Authored technical documentation, requirement specs, and led end-to-end implementation of unit-wide projects.
• Drove innovation through automation, tool development, and optimization of asset and vulnerability management workflows.
• Developed and prioritized features for custom-tailored tools built on top of existing platforms, improving performance and operational efficiency.
• Evaluated and integrated cutting-edge monitoring solutions, ensuring alignment with evolving security and operational needs.
• Identified visibility gaps and incorporated them into strategic planning processes.
• Provided technical consulting and guidance to internal engineering teams on complex system and security challenges.

Key Technologies & Skills:

• Monitoring & SIEM Platforms: Splunk, ELK, Prometheus, ITNM, ITM
• Infrastructure & Orchestration: Kubernetes (K8s), cloud environments (AWS, GCP, Azure)
• Security & Forensics (Advantageous): Windows Internals, Malware Analysis, Incident Response
• Development & Automation: Large-scale systems development, scripting, automation pipelines
• Certifications (Advantageous): CISSP, CISM, CEH
• Soft Skills: Strategic thinking, cross-functional collaboration, real-time problem-solving, strong communication with senior stakeholders