Jaimie Sparks
Department of National Defence
Ottawa
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Language
31
years of professional experience
Experienced information systems security professional with a strong background in compliance auditing, security policy development, and accreditation support. Skilled in managing security plans, maintaining documentation, and guiding stakeholders through authorization requirements. Focused on improving readiness, accountability, and operational security.
Work History
Senior Information Systems Security Officer
18 Years 10 Months- Executed security risk assessments for information systems by evaluating risk exposure, identifying security vulnerabilities, and recommending risk-mitigating safeguards.
- Managed development and maintenance of system security plans, accreditation records, and compliance documentation to support accreditation readiness and ongoing compliance.
- Assessed access controls and validated user permissions for classified and sensitive information protection.
- Monitored security incidents, assessed impact, and coordinated corrective actions with technical and operational teams to resolve identified issues.
- Advised stakeholders on security authorization policy requirements and information assurance procedures.
Non-Commissioned Officer
12 Years 6 Months- Directed electronic warfare mission planning, aligning platform capabilities with operational objectives.
- Analyzed threat signals and updated countermeasure tactics for evolving battlefield conditions.
- Monitored electronic support systems to detect, classify, and respond to hostile emissions.
- Trained personnel on electronic warfare procedures, safety protocols, and system operation.
- Prepared technical reports and briefings supporting command decisions and mission execution.
Education
COBIT 5 - Foundation Certificate - Governance of Enterprise IT
CISSP - Information Systems Security Professional - Computer Security
Certified Information Systems Security Manager - Computer Security
Certified Information Systems Security Officer - Computer Security
Graduate Certificate - Computer And Information Systems Security
ITIL V2 And V3 - Information Technology Infrastructure Library
Skills
Cybersecurity measures
Security policy development
Access control management
Incident response
Compliance auditing
Network security
Intrusion detection
Penetration testing
Patch management
Vulnerability assessment
Threat intelligence
Physical security
Timeline
Senior Information Systems Security Officer
Department of National Defence
08.2003 - 06.2022Read More
Non-Commissioned Officer
Department of National Defence
02.1991 - 08.2003Read More
CTC TrainCanada
COBIT 5 - Foundation Certificate from Governance of Enterprise IT
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Isc2
CISSP - Information Systems Security Professional from Computer Security
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Mile2Certification
Certified Information Systems Security Manager from Computer Security
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Mile2Certification
Certified Information Systems Security Officer from Computer Security
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Algonquin College
Graduate Certificate from Computer And Information Systems Security
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Loyalist College of Applied Arts And Technology
ITIL V2 And V3 from Information Technology Infrastructure Library
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