Simon Yang
Escondido
Summary
Diligent Cyber Security Specialist proficient in security research planning execution and maintenance with 10+ years of experience in System Administration and Information Assurance. Adept at training and educating internal users on relevant cyber security procedures and preventative measures. Specializes in network monitoring, security software installation, and Endpoint Security Solutions Software engineering. Skilled IT Security professional possessing a diverse range of knowledge obtained from managing server infrastructures across Cisco, Linux, and Windows Operating Systems.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HBSS Engineer
Noblis
San Diego, CA
05.2021 - Current
- Directed testing and validation processes for ESS updates, patches, and new capabilities prior to production deployment.
- Created comprehensive technical documentation and procedural guidelines for CANES and CANES-based variants to ensure effective security platform management.
- Provided expert technical guidance on CANES-based variant project to enhance project execution and support team objectives.
HBSS Administrator
GDIT
San Diego, CA
11.2020 - 05.2021
- Created and Enforced HIPS/ENS/DLP policies on multiple Windows 10, Linux, MacOS and Server 2016 end clients.
- Maintained HBSS product compliance on all network security infrastructure devices.
- Implemented and maintained multiple HBSS STIG checklists to include MSSQL, ePO server, McAfee Agent, and Windows 10 STIGs.
Security Administrator
Leidos
San Diego, CA
05.2019 - 06.2020
- Completed network vulnerability scans utilizing ACAS to generate vulnerability reports in support of 10 PORs.
- Executed DoD STIG checks on five HBSS applications and provided checklists in support of the 2020 CRC ATO recertification.
- Consult with other members of the project team and end-users to identify security requirements and develop requirements documentation.
Information Systems Security Officer
U.S. Navy
San Diego, CA
03.2016 - 04.2019
- Delivered support to plan, coordinate and implement the command information security program.
- Collaborated with IAM/ISSM to ensure adherence to Information Systems (IS) with DoD procedures and assisted in obtaining approvals.
Information Assurance Analyst
U.S. Navy
San Diego, CA
08.2011 - 09.2014
- Sustained and upheld procedures for logging, reporting, and monitoring for all data systems.
- Applied McAfee ePO with active directory to deploy HBSS McAfee agents to 380 Shipboard assets ensuring DoD HBSS STIG compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cyber Security
National University
San Diego, CA04-2024
Skills
- US security clearance
- System Administration
- Network Management
- Endpoint Security Solutions (ESS) 510
- ACAS
- Vulnerability Risk Assessments
- IAT Level II
- Customer Support Service/Teamwork Oriented
- Written and Oral Communication
- Project Management
- VMWare Security Compliance
- Data analysis
Websites
Accomplishments
- Utilized HBSS ePO to update and install secure applications and HBSS components across 108 sites ensuring all sites bothered to established compliance requirements.
- Monitored and managed the full Inventory of 350 unclassified and classified assets in support of mission readiness.
- Created and uploaded 278 Ad-Hoc reports for 18 ship systems ensuring 90% compliance per DoD policies and procedures.
- Provided Tier 1 Helpdesk and Tier 2 System/Network Administrator support resolving 280 customer tickets.
Certification
SECURITY+ (COMPTIA) Certification | CySA+ (COMPTIA) Certification
Timeline
HBSS Engineer
Noblis
05.2021 - Current
HBSS Administrator
GDIT
11.2020 - 05.2021
Security Administrator
Leidos
05.2019 - 06.2020
Information Systems Security Officer
U.S. Navy
03.2016 - 04.2019
Information Assurance Analyst
U.S. Navy
08.2011 - 09.2014
Bachelor of Science - Cyber Security
National University