Benjamin Pendleton
Senior Manager IT/IS at Integrated Technologies Group, Inc.
benjamin@4Tfied.com
Summary
Able to obtain Top Secret DOD security clearance.
Established and evolved the Information Systems department from the ground up, building a 'New' reputation of
the 'IT Dept'. Successfully creating a strong foundation and infrastructure for company growth.
Implemented new technologies while reducing overhead and budgets, bringing ROI to new levels with out
effecting the quality and reliability of the architecture.
Successfully implemented new IT policies and procedures guided for compliance of Sarbanes-Oxley without
putting further burden on the existing department. Reduced the audit time by 75% by utilizing effective and
efficient measures and controls to govern the Sox efforts.
Created and maintained a technology consultation business in the South-West region. Grew the company by
'Word of Mouth' only by providing the best support to small businesses and home users. I chose to teach the
customer to resolve their issues on their own as apposed to overcharge and leave them feeling empty. My
approach and style with revolutionizing the IT Consulting Industry proved to be of great success. I have no
need for advertising as my customers pass along my name because they know I will not 'rip' them off and they
are pleased with my work!
Experience
Lead Technology Consultant at 4Tfied (FKA Nilsa Tech)
November 2002 - Present (13 years 10 months)
• Computer/Network Consultation
Install/Repair/Troubleshoot, Server Management, Virus Recovery, Data Loss Recovery, Software/
Hardware Installation
• Physical Security and Access Controls
Intrusion Detection Installation, Camera Surveillance, Badge Readers, Remote Monitoring
• Vulnerability Assessment/Management
Penetration Testing (Internal & External), Wireless Security Assessments, ISO 27002 Audits, OWASP Web
Application Assessments, Social Engineering, HIPPA Compliance Testing, SOX 404 Compliance Testing
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• Develop and teach technical courses tailored to the customers desired content.
• Operate a technical computer and network consulting company, responsible for all company functions:
Accounting, marketing, planning, customer service, sub-consultants and general operations.
Senior Manager IT/IS at Integrated Technologies Group, Inc.
November 2012 - August 2016 (3 years 10 months)
Reporting directly to COO; Responsible for the design, development and implementation of organizational
information systems, software applications, and IT support and infrastructure systems. Direct and mange IT
plans, schedules, policies and programs for the organization’s data processing, network communications,
business operations, computer services and management information systems.
Serves as a leadership role. High-level tasks include identifying emerging information technologies to be
analyzed, assimilated and integrated within the organization. Oversee the development of mission-critical
applications and technology to support the company’s long-term goals and, provides direction and leadership
to one or a number of development teams.
Leading technology planning. Drives the implementation of development best practices throughout the
organization, while governing control and ensuring objectives are achieved. Risk management, resource
allocation, project prioritization, and research and recommendation of new systems and software products
and services. Governs and directs data acquisition process of integral systems, machines and AI robotics.
Information Technology Manager / Information System Security Manager at Applied Energetics, Inc.
March 2004 - July 2012 (8 years 5 months)
Reported to COO:
• Integrate and coordinate the development of and implementation of IT programs across the organization, to
achieve maximum organization-wide efficiencies and synergies.
• Serve as a general management and information technology “diplomat” by bringing functionally diverse
organizational leaders to the table, identifying information technology needs and pain points.
• Provide guidance when it comes to analyzing and evaluating networks and security vulnerabilities,
and managing security systems such as anti-virus, firewalls, patch management, intrusion detection and
encryption on a daily basis. Develops and maintains the organization's project disaster recovery and business
continuity plans for information systems and monitors changes in legislation and accreditation standards that
affect information security.
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• Lead, guide, and oversee the information technology budgeting process, and provide leadership in cost and
productivity analysis.
• Maintain policies, procedures, and practices that ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory
requirements, including Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX).
Information Technology Manager at Ionatron
March 2004 - July 2012 (8 years 5 months)
Ionatron changed its name to Applied Energetics early in 2008. This is just a pointer for those that may be
looking up Ionatron as apposed to Applied Energetics.
All duties, titles, responsibilities are listed under Applied Energetics.
Silent Partner at Salsa Time Salsa
October 2002 - January 2011 (8 years 4 months)
Silent Partner and Tucson Sales.
Sr Technical Trainer at Convergys
February 1998 - February 2004 (6 years 1 month)
• Senior Technical Trainer, led instructional courses of various technical levels to include; Microsoft,
Cisco, CompTia, SQL Database server, File servers, PC build and troubleshooting, server build and
troubleshooting, Pocket PC support, network installation and support and more.
• Produced training videos, multimedia presentations, training manuals, and developed course materials.
• Prior positions included; Senior technical support engineer. Supported Microsoft Windows 95, 98, NT4
Workstation and Server, Windows 2000 and 2000 Server.
Tech Lead NT/2000 at Keane
1998 - 2000 (2 years)
Sr Airman, Journeyman Computer Switching Systems at United States Air Force
July 1993 - July 1997 (4 years 1 month)
• Manage field operations of technical and operational staff for Telecommunications systems. To include war
time support of telecom to various interconnecting sites.
• Troubleshooting of tatical telecom equipment, encryption
devices, secure channel fiber optic communication sets, main
communications switching systems and deployed communication pbx systems.
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Languages
Spanish
Certifications
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Cisco
Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT)
Microsoft
Microsoft Certified Professional + Internet (MCP+I)
Microsoft
Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) Win 98
Microsoft
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) NT4
Microsoft
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) 2000
Microsoft
CompTia A+
CompTIA
CompTia Net+
CompTIA
CompTia Server+
CompTIA
Nispom Chapter 8
Defense Security Service
Skills & Expertise
Visual Basic
Microsoft
Cisco
A+ Certified
Net+ Certified
Server+ Certified
MCSE NT4
MCSE 2000
MCT
Chapter 8 for Industry Certified
Train the Trainer Certified
CompTIA
Microsoft Certified Professional
Cisco Technologies
Program Management
Servers
Troubleshooting
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Active Directory
Analysis
DHCP
DNS
Disaster Recovery
Firewalls
Integration
Microsoft Exchange
Network Security
Project Management
Security
Windows Server
Team Management
Networking
Information Technology
Management
Education
Defense Services Academy
Certificate, Information Systems Security, 2005 - 2008
Activities and Societies: DoD NISPOM Chapter 8, OPSEC Fundamentals, Risk Management for DOD
Security Programs, Insider Threat 1.0, DoD Information Assurance Awareness, Introduction to Personnel
Security Management, PKI Independent Study, Marking Classified Information , Information System Security
Basics, Basic Information Security Independent Study
Community College of the Air Force
Journeyman, Computer Electronics/Switching Systems, 1993 - 1994
Ypsilanti High School
High School, General Education
Grade: 3.8 GPA
Activities and Societies: Lead Percussionist in Marching Band and Concert Band
Interests
Kenpo Karate
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Benjamin Pendleton
Senior Manager IT/IS at Integrated Technologies Group, Inc.
benjamin@4Tfied.com
4 people have recommended Benjamin
"Benjamin was great to work with and always put others needs ahead of his own. An amazing manager that
encouraged teamwork and motivated individuals."
— Michael Reed, reported to Benjamin at Applied Energetics, Inc.
"I was fortunate to work with Ben for three and a half years while employed at Applied Energetics. He was
competent, organized, forward thinking, and completed requests timely and well. I have no reservations
recommending Ben for a leadership role in the ever-changing IT space. I am confident that he would be an
outstanding addition to any organization requiring efficient information flow."
— Ken Wallace, managed Benjamin at Applied Energetics, Inc.
"Ben is an IT professional who performed his job in an exemplary manner. He is a dedicated team player with
a strong work ethic and was always helpful. On more than one occasion Ben proved that he could manage
the flow of information that other users and myself depended on. In particular, he recovered data files that
represented many hours of invested work necessary to performing crucial tasks"
— Aaron V, worked with Benjamin at Applied Energetics, Inc.
"There are hardly words to describe Ben Pendleton. As a director of training, I am always seeking people to
grow and develop. That only happens when someone truly WANTS to grow and develop; Ben is definitely
one of those people. He brings a passion and enthusiasm to everything he does and nothing can stand in his
way when he is focused. Ben was instrumental in deploying several large scale projects with me and he never
failed to deliver. Even in times of uncertainty and chaos, he stayed positive and found a way to make it work.
A strong work ethic, ingenuity, a great sense of humor, and determination describe Ben -- and those qualities
are not easy to find these days. Ben Pendleton is an amazing one-of-a-kind person!"
— Amy Buttery, managed Benjamin at Convergys
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