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Cybersecurity and Cloud Architect | Zero Trust | DevSecOps | CISSP | AWS | Azure
Tysons Corner, USA
Only remote
B.S. Computer Science, University of Maryland (2012)Kubernetes SecurityClient Server ModelsCloud ComputingCloud Computing SecurityCloud EngineeringVirtual Private ServersCloud TestingLinuxDevOpsNetwork SecurityLinux AdministrationOpenShiftAnsibleZero Trust Network AccessVirtualization
Cybersecurity Leadership & Zero Trust Architecture
Over 20 years of experience engineering and securing enterprise IT systems across DoD, government, and global enterprises. Deep expertise in Zero Trust architecture, RMF/NIST/STIG compliance, risk management, and cybersecurity governance including CISSP and CEH certifications.
Cloud Architecture (AWS, Azure, OpenShift, Kubernetes)
Extensive hands-on experience designing and implementing secure cloud solutions on AWS and Azure, including PaaS and IaaS deployments. Proficiency in OpenShift, Kubernetes, and application containerization for enterprise and government environments.
DevSecOps & Infrastructure as Code
Strong background in DevSecOps practices and automation using tools such as Ansible, Python, Helm, PowerShell, CI/CD pipelines, Azure DevOps, GitLab, and Terraform to deliver secure, scalable, and consistent infrastructure deployments.
Linux/Unix Systems Administration
Administration of 500+ Linux hosts across multiple networks, containerization of SOC applications, and design of OpenShift labs to advance containerization efforts.
Enterprise Networking & Virtualization
Design and management of enterprise network infrastructure including multinational and military networks, supporting thousands of users with high availability and zero data loss requirements.
SIEM & Incident Response
Implementation of Elastic Security across Zero Trust data centers, strengthening SIEM capabilities and incident response processes for mission-critical environments.
Penetration Testing & IT Security Analysis
Experience as a Principal IT Security Analyst and Pen Tester, conducting vulnerability assessments and penetration testing for government and enterprise clients.
Project Management (PMP)
Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) with proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage complex IT projects, and deliver results in demanding operational environments.
NSA CSfC & Classified Network Security
Engineering support for NSA Commercial Solutions for Classified (CSfC) Mobile Access for Enterprise deployments, including security control implementation, risk documentation, and accreditation support.
Over 20 years of experience engineering and securing enterprise IT systems across DoD, government, and global enterprises. Deep expertise in Zero Trust architecture, RMF/NIST/STIG compliance, risk management, and cybersecurity governance including CISSP and CEH certifications.
Cloud Architecture (AWS, Azure, OpenShift, Kubernetes)
Extensive hands-on experience designing and implementing secure cloud solutions on AWS and Azure, including PaaS and IaaS deployments. Proficiency in OpenShift, Kubernetes, and application containerization for enterprise and government environments.
DevSecOps & Infrastructure as Code
Strong background in DevSecOps practices and automation using tools such as Ansible, Python, Helm, PowerShell, CI/CD pipelines, Azure DevOps, GitLab, and Terraform to deliver secure, scalable, and consistent infrastructure deployments.
Linux/Unix Systems Administration
Administration of 500+ Linux hosts across multiple networks, containerization of SOC applications, and design of OpenShift labs to advance containerization efforts.
Enterprise Networking & Virtualization
Design and management of enterprise network infrastructure including multinational and military networks, supporting thousands of users with high availability and zero data loss requirements.
SIEM & Incident Response
Implementation of Elastic Security across Zero Trust data centers, strengthening SIEM capabilities and incident response processes for mission-critical environments.
Penetration Testing & IT Security Analysis
Experience as a Principal IT Security Analyst and Pen Tester, conducting vulnerability assessments and penetration testing for government and enterprise clients.
Project Management (PMP)
Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) with proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage complex IT projects, and deliver results in demanding operational environments.
NSA CSfC & Classified Network Security
Engineering support for NSA Commercial Solutions for Classified (CSfC) Mobile Access for Enterprise deployments, including security control implementation, risk documentation, and accreditation support.
Experience
Professional experience10+ years
Freelancer since2018
Languages
EnglishNative speakerItalianGood
Project history
Lead cybersecurity and risk management activities for SecureView, a secure virtual workspace enabling controlled access to sensitive systems and data across enterprise infrastructure supporting classified and unclassified mission environments. Provide engineering support for NSA CSfC Mobile Access for Enterprise deployment, including security control implementation, risk documentation, and accreditation support. Provided technical leadership on cybersecurity best practices, secure configuration, vulnerability management, and operational risk mitigation. Developed automation to reduce administrative and security process time and improve consistency of operations and configurations.
Guided application containerization and migration to Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform supporting distributed shipboard deployments. Designed and implemented Azure DevOps pipelines to build, scan, and deploy containerized applications to OpenShift clusters. Advised development teams on DevSecOps, container security, vulnerability management, and secure cloud-native deployment practices.
Architected secure cloud solutions (AWS/Azure), ensuring NIST/DoD/STIG compliance. Served as ISSO for Cloud Management Office, driving risk mitigation and Zero Trust adoption. Provided technical leadership on cybersecurity best practices across enterprise cloud environments.