Terrance L. Hardy

Cell: (504) 813-2570 · Email: teehardy@cox.net

OBJECTIVE: Security Analyst / Information Assurance / Network Management

~Active Clearance:  TS/SCI FS Poly

Information Technology Specialist with extensive hands-on

experience in Network Security & Telecommunications infrastructure.

Cisco Pix/ASA Specialist; Skilled in network operating systems, hardware, COTS,  servers, workstations,

LANs, WANs, fiber optics and a variety of peripherals. Advanced knowledge and experience in

TCP/IP, VoIP, DNS, DHCP, FTP, HTTP, HTTPS, Routers, Switches, Hubs, Frame Relay Circuits and CSU/DSU.

DoD 8570 Baseline Industry Certifications:

IAT Level III-CISSPIAM Level III-CISSP

IAM Level II-CISSP

IAT Level I-A+, Network+

IASE Level I, II-CISSPCND Infrastructure-Certified Ethical Hacker

DISA HBSS 3.0 Certified, 2/4/2010

Certificates of Training:  DISA HBSS 3.0 Manager Training; DISA STIG; Army Retina Scanner; Harris STAT; PKI

EXPERIENCE                        

 

                                  Security Application Development and Operational Maintenance Dec 2013 to Present

              John C. Stennis Space Center, MS

¨  InfoSec Specialist whose qualifications include designations of CISSP, CEH and Security+;

¨  Having a detailed knowledge of security tools, technologies and best practices.

¨  20+ years of experience in the creation and deployment of solutions protecting networks, systems and information assets for diverse companies and organizations.

Technology Summary:

¨                           Security Technologies: Splunk, ArcSight, Remedy, ePO/HBSS, Tenable Nessus SC4, Wireshark, Retina Network Security Scanner and CiscoWorks, Cisco Security Manager.

¨       Systems: Unix-Based Systems (Solaris, Linux, BSD); Windows (all)

¨       Networking: LANs, WANs, VPNs, Routers, Firewalls, IPS/IDS,TCP/IP

¨       Software: MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint, Visio, Project)

 

                                  Consultant-Temp, Senior System Engineering; 2013 Jul to 2013 Dec

     Jefferson Parish East Bank Regional Library; Metairie, Louisiana

 

¨          Lead major project upgrade of corporate hardware and software infrastructure for a regional library.

¨          Attended Cisco training for implementation of new cisco equipment for telecom, VoIP upgrade.

¨          Trained and lead team of IT department personnel on assembly, network, and operational configuration of 40 corporate network print stations throughout the region.

¨          Trained IT personnel on assembly of network and server equipment racks and effective procedures of wiring and wire management.

¨          Assembly and installation and configuration of vital Rack mounted hardware components at several locations throughout region, i.e. Router, Switch, Server, UPS, data and fiber cabling.

¨          Was able to provide oversight and quality control of newly installed core routers and switches at different branch locations throughout the region.

¨          Researched, proposed, and implemented a solid, viable patch management system for network.

¨          Retrofitted branch locations with Cat 6 cable for bandwidth upgrade.

Senior Systems Engineer:  May 2012 to February 2013

DRAPER LABORATORIES, Cambridge, MA. Senior Systems Engineer

¨       -Senior Systems Administrator-Red Hat 9-CentOS6-Server 2003/Windows Small Business Server 2011/Outlook 2010

¨       -Linux installations-Partitioning, Configuring File Systems, RAID, Network Configs, Package Groups

¨       -Configuring Kernel Services & Modules

¨       -Managing Filesystems-Mounting in etc-fstab, Automountging, Partition Management

¨       -Package Management-Package Manager, yum & dependencies, RPM command features

¨       -User Administration-creating new users, managing passwords, managing groups managing file permissions, ownership, understanding access control lists, Security Enhanced Linux.

¨       Printing & Admin Tools-controlling cron & crontab, backing up locally & remotely

¨       Advanced Filesystem Management-Configuring /Recovering Software RAID, Creating Logical Volumes

¨       Troubleshooting Linux/Windows-boot systems into different run levels, network configuration problems, hostname resolution, setup X window, adding new file systems & swap

 

Network Watch Officer, Fort Gordon, GA; Aug 2011 to Mar 2012; Bridges Consulting, Inc.

¨        Provided Tier 1 & Tier 2 Support in event of failure;

¨        Utilized a variety of networking tools to include HP Openview, Cisco, and others;

¨        Exercised proficiency with Unix/Linux and Windows operating systems skills;

¨        Exercised proficiency in supporting Active Directory, and with remote access tools;

¨        Performed troubleshooting and repairs of failed VMware images utilizing Linux;

¨        Configured Linux IP tables as needed for designated ports, services, protocols.

Booz Allen, Senior Consultant; Aug 2010 to Aug 2011

¨       Senior Security Engineer with solid knowledge of network defense and having proficiency with Cisco Pix and ASA Firewalls.

¨       Performed duties as Senior Systems Engineer on project team in development of company’s vulnerability assessment and training lab.

¨       Performed duties as system admin on completed and developed Lab which consisted of mixed technology, i.e., Active Directory Domain with Windows and Linux Web servers (Exchange, SQL, IIS, Redhat Linux/CentOS, and Apache) that hosted Windows and Linux clients.

¨       Proficiency in use of the following security tools:  Retina, Nessus, Wireshark, Backtrack, Nmap, Netcat, and others. 

 

 

 

                                        Senior IA Engineer; Washington Navy Yard; Nov 2009 - June 2010; Edge Professional Srvcs.

 

                             Senior Systems Engineer-Applied Computing Technology; Mar 2009 to Nov 2009

DHS/FEMA Emergency Operations Center, Mount Weather

¨       Certification & Accreditation analysis of systems;

¨       Knowledge and proficiency of Server technology i.e., Windows 2K3, Exchange, Linux and VMware;

¨       Knowledge and skilled in SAN and backup/recovery solutions;

¨       Knowledge and  proficiency of Firewall technology;

¨       Knowledge and proficiency of desktop OS WinXP, Vista, and Linux;

¨       Proficiency within basic routing & switching, ACL’s, VLANs, and VPNs;

¨       Defining specs, upgrading, testing min/max payload capacity of multiple vendor servers;

¨       Maintained accurate data as it pertains to inventory and placement of current and newly installed hardware/software w/versions and updates;

¨       Assisting the customer with the writing of statements of work, gathering and comparing information from vendors, and thoroughly monitoring projects from start to end.

Network Manager; 2007 Nov to 2009 Jan

Orleans Parish Criminal Sheriff’s Department; New Orleans, Louisiana

¨     Maintained physical network, deployment of networked devices and overall security;

¨     Secured Internet servers, operating systems, databases and backend applications;

¨     Assisted with builds, design and maintenance of secure networks, “ jump” sites, and remote offices;

¨     Worked closely with inter-agencies to convey security standards, provide firewall support as well as harden and review operating systems and network devices;

¨     Set up a new “virtual” service” for remote viewing for the medical and judicial environments;

¨     Served as point person to develop IT solutions in coordination with vendors, other law enforcement agencies, LSU Hospital, and other institutions;

¨     Assisted with efforts to improve Information Security awareness and education;

¨     24/7 operational facility which required a rotational staff to be on call all times.

Network Engineer; 2006 Feb to 2007 Jan

Jefferson Parish East Bank Regional Library; Metairie, Louisiana

¨     Managed wired and wireless network infrastructures (LAN / WAN) consisting of switches (VLAN), routers, and firewalls from vendors, including Linksys, Cisco, and Nortel. Served as project lead in the

Setup and configuration of corporate information assurance products (anti-virus spyware and data      backup) from Symantec and McAfee; ghost casting; mass rollouts; remote desktop support.

 

Telecom Supervisor; summer 2005

Digital Communication Services; New Orleans, Louisiana

¨     Installed and programmed Avaya and Panasonic voice systems.

¨     Installed single and multi-mode Fiber Optic cable with terminations; Lead structured cabling projects of Category 5, 5e, and 6.

¨     Installed and replaced prior networking equipment, routers, switches, hubs.

 

Proprietor; 2004 to 2005

Uptown Computers; New Orleans, Louisiana

¨     Provided consultation, repair and services for hardware and software problems on laptops, notebooks, PCs, servers, printers, fax machines, and scanners. Provided network support for LAN & WAN, VPN, Wireless Connectivity, Microsoft Networks and Broadband Internet service.

¨     Coordinated daily retail sales of electronic items and personal computer equipment for an uptown retail firm. Managed inventory, created visual displays, completed daily work assignments, stocked merchandise, implemented loss prevention practices, prepared products for sale, answered phones, solved customer problems, and all other necessary administrative duties.

¨     Consistently provided high quality customer service and assistance in locating and choosing merchandise, worked to increase sales revenues, sold extended warranties, conducted product demonstrations, educated customers on product features and special promotions, and maintained up-to-the-minute product knowledge.

GS-09, Computer Specialist (Systems Support Specialist) 2003 to 2004

Department of the Army (USARNG) Joint Forces HeadQuarters; New Orleans, Louisiana

¨     Supervised deployment, installation, operation, and unit level maintenance of multi-functional/multi-user information processing systems. Determined requirements, assigned duties, and managed personnel engaged in information system analysis and maintenance.

¨     Analyzed telecommunications information management needs, requisitioned and maintained spare parts, supplies, and operating essentials, and performed maintenance management and administrative duties related to facility operations, maintenance, security, and personnel.

¨     Systems Administrator and Avaya Telecom Systems support Specialist.

UpTown Computers/Telecom Technician; 2000 to 2003(Corp to Corp)

Sunshine Communications, Inc. / Fisk Technology; Harahan / Metairie, Louisiana

Structured cabling technician; voice, data, fiber optics; wiring closets, fusion splicing, terminations.

 

Customer Engineer; 1999 to 2000

NOLA Computer Services, NASA Stennis Space Center; Hancock, Mississippi

¨     Member of the IT Project Team at Stennis Space Center to perform on-site installation and ongoing maintenance, routine repairs, modification, and calibration of new equipment. This position required technical knowledge of computing and networking principles, determination of routine malfunctions and necessary skills to put systems and equipment in required operating condition.              

 

 

MILITARYElectronic Warfare/Emitter Locator Identifier (Electronic & Signals Intelligence); 1998-1999

HHC, 748^th Military Intelligence and Security Command, Medina Regional Signals Intelligence Operations Center; Kelly AFB, San Antonio, Texas

¨     Supervised 6 multi-Service personnel in a High Frequency Direction Finding (HFDF) site on 1 of 3 rotating shifts at the Signals Intelligence Medina Regional Signals Operations Center.  Operated specialized direction finding systems and related cryptologic communications and electronic data processing equipment valued at millions of dollars, performed on-the-job training of HDF equipment with newly arrived soldiers, sailors, marines, and airmen; Held a Top Secret clearance with SCI access.

 

Communications and Electronic Intelligence /Communication Security; 1995 to 1998

66^th Military Intelligence Brigade, Field Station Augsburg; Augsburg, Germany

¨     Systems Administrator: Navy Direction Finding System, FLAGHOIST (OL-450 (V) 1 UYK Data Processing Group) & TOPSOIL, Army Signal/Data/Integration system.

¨     Performed refining and reporting functions within the CROSSHAIR/FLAGHOIST and TRACKWOLF direction finding systems, provided time-sensitive intelligence mission results to national and theater-level consumers, and directly managed the direction-finding operations to ensure timely, accurate analysis and reporting procedures. Operated state-of-the-art, turnkey systems for radio spectrum monitoring and management, radio direction finding, and communications intelligence collection applications. Appointed as Manager/Trainer, U.S. Signals Intelligence Directives (USSIDs), as well as various communications security (COMSEC) documents. Additionally served as Direction Finding Section Certification Program Manager, requiring Top Secret Clearance with SCI access; Member of Document Destruction Team.

 

Operations NCOIC, 74B30, Field Forward Unit; 1993 to 1995

NTC Naval Training Center; Orlando, Florida

 

United States Army Intelligence and Security Command (INSCOM) 1988 to 1993