I am looking for immediate employment that will best go with my 30+ years of Military experience and IT experience in both, the US Army and Corporate America. My most rewarding career was working at President Bush's Project Manager while assigned to the White House. I absolutely loved it. I simply thrived in the High-Tempo environment while working alongside with the US Secret Service, US White House Staff, US Federal Government, Local Government personnel, Home Land Security, multiple Intelligence Communities, etc..
Post White House assignment, I enjoyed supporting multiple IT Companies in the realms of PM, IA, C&A, A&A, CM, Security Control Assessor, Risk Management, etc. and not once scored under my targeted 97.5% on every one of my Award Fees. I love my work, because I am good at it and I believe in the customer of which I support.
Senior ISSO - Information Systems Security Officer @ FIRST DECADE OF DEFENSE!
LP3-SecurIT is a well-established provider of cyber security, compliance, infrastructure and incident response services to organizations across the USA. Celebrating 10 years protecting the nations most valuable networks and infrastructure. Our ‘First Decade of Defense’!
LP3 maintains a strong focus on supporting their people – they’re central to core values. They invest in their growth and help achieve goals of technical excellence. Over time, they’ve developed a strong team of talented individuals who are encouraged to grow within the business and work hard for their clients. As a result, LP3-SecurIT has strong continuity and very low employee turnover. From August 2015 to Present (3 months) Sterling, VAACTIVELY SEEKING IMMEDIATE EMPLOYMENT - Last Positions held: ISSO / PM / IA LEAD / CONFIG LEAD @ If your posted job has anything to do with “SECURITY” in any way, I am the SME (Subject Matter Expert) you’ve been looking for, so STOP LOOKING AND GIVE ME A CALL ASAP. My clearance is still active and I am ready to move on in and get to work. Rest assured, no job is too difficult for this retired US Army Combat Veteran and my motto still is “Mission Accomplishment”.
Previously performed the following: Functions as a Cyber-security subject matter expert and analyst for DOE clients in a fast-paced demanding environment. Reviews and critiques certification and accreditation (C&A, aka A&A) documentation in compliance with DoD IA policy and agency guidance, including DoD 8500, NIST special publications, FIPS series, FISMA, etc. Assesses program security compliance, supports program briefs, and coordinates and compiles program security-related documentation for various programs. Assistes with the revision of IA policies, processes, and other IA related documents for specific Cyber security related technologies. Provide A&A and IA support, including security technical implementation guidances (STIG), DoD information assurance certification and accreditation (DIACAP) reviews and automated scans, wireless, unsecure or secure network (SIPRNET/NIPRNET) compliance, security test and evaluations (ST&E), network connection approval process, vulnerability assessment, computer security response, configuration control board (CCB), and continuity of operations plan (COOP). Participates in client plan of action and milestone (POAM) tracking meetings to ensure accurate tracking of findings and ensured FISMA compliance. Interfaces and provide briefings to high echelon personnel within current agency and multiple Intelligence Communities, including NGA, NRO, DIA, DISA, White House, etc. From June 2015 to July 2015 (2 months) Burke, VAISSO / ISSE / IA PM / SDLC / DAA REP @ Functions as a Cyber-security subject matter expert and analyst for DOE clients in a fast-paced demanding environment. Reviews and critiques certification and accreditation (C&A, aka A&A) documentation in compliance with DoD IA policy and agency guidance, including DoD 8500, NIST special publications, FIPS series, FISMA, etc. Assesses program security compliance, supports program briefs, and coordinates and compiles program security-related documentation for various programs. Assistes with the revision of IA policies, processes, and other IA related documents for specific Cyber security related technologies. Provide A&A and IA support, including security technical implementation guidances (STIG), DoD information assurance certification and accreditation (DIACAP) reviews and automated scans, wireless, unsecure or secure network (SIPRNET/NIPRNET) compliance, security test and evaluations (ST&E), network connection approval process, vulnerability assessment, computer security response, configuration control board (CCB), and continuity of operations plan (COOP). Participates in client plan of action and milestone (POAM) tracking meetings to ensure accurate tracking of findings and ensured FISMA compliance. Interfaces and provide briefings to high echelon personnel within current agency and multiple Intelligence Communities, including NGA, NRO, DIA, DISA, White House, etc. From April 2014 to May 2015 (1 year 2 months) Washington D.C. Metro AreaPM / ISSO / C&A / CM / ISO / NIST / DIACAP / ICD-503 SME / NGA SME @ . Simultaneously, held multiple positions of ISSE, ISSO, SCA, SDLC Lead. Worked with customers to determine needs and requirements; Interfaced with external customers as well as top management for the purpose of communicating status of project throughout life cycle. Supervised direct reports: Trained and directed employee work activities.
• Conducted IT Security Engineering across all domains within NGA, abiding by NIST SP 800-53 & 800-53a, DCID 6/3, FIPS, NCSS, ICD-503, standards
• Conducted countless Security Engineering Reviews for proposed configuration changes and to the NGA baseline. Submitted security and cost related impact reviews for RFCs, ECPs, CRs, NCATs, etc.
• Task Order Lead for NCATS (NGA Crisis Action Tasks) and other high tempo tasks. I tracked all assigned tasks from start to finish, never going beyond it's "DUE BY" date. I interfaced with issuing agencies and assignees on clarification of assignments, suspences, and closures; Generated Tasker Briefings that was encorporated into the OCIO's Weekly Staff Meeting
• Authored numerous SOPs, Work Instructions, Policies, White Papers, Info Papers, etc.
. Supervised direct reports: Trained and directed employee work activities. Signs timecards, prepares performance reviews, handled discipline problems, and had input to hiring and firing. Consistently scoring 97% plus on Award Fees. ESMARTS and ITEMS Subject Matter Expert (SME). Chaired CCB, Implementing Configuration Management of documentation, GOTS, COTS Products, etc.
. I am also an SME as: Change Manager / CR Queue Manager/ QA / Senior Systems Security Engineer / Information Assurance Services Program Manager / Internal auditor (ISO-9001, 27001, 20000) / Risk Assessment and Risk Management / Technical Insertion / NIST SME / ESMARTS SME / ITEMS SME From 2012 to 2014 (2 years) Fort Belvoir - Springfield, VAIA PM / Security Engineer / Task Lead / ISSO / CCB Chair / NGA SME @ • Simultaneously, held multiple positions of Information Assurance PM, ISSE, ISSO, SCA, SDLC Lead. Managed all aspects of Information Assurance PMO - managing the cost, schedule and technical performance requirements of the Harris IAS Program consisting of five , TSO, ISSO / ISSE, TSO (Technical Service Office), VAT, PKI, and IDS. Directed the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budget and financial terms/conditions of contract. Ensured that all resources such as engineering, manpower, production and facilities were available to support the program. Worked with customers to determine needs and requirements; Interfaced with external customers as well as top management for the purpose of communicating status of project throughout life cycle. Supervised direct reports: Trained and directed employee work activities. Signs timecards, prepares performance reviews, handled discipline problems, and had input to hiring and firing. Consistently scoring 97% plus on Award Fees. ESMARTS and ITEMS Subject Matter Expert (SME). Chaired CCB, Implementing Configuration Management of documentation, GOTS, COTS Products, etc.
• Conducted IT Security Engineering across all domains within NGA, abiding by NIST SP 800-53 & 800-53a, DCID 6/3, FIPS, NCSS, ICD-503, standards
• Conducted countless Security Engineering Reviews for proposed configuration changes and to the NGA baseline. Submitted security and cost related impact reviews for RFCs, ECPs, CRs, etc.
• Authored numerous SOPs, Work Instructions, Policies, White Papers, Info Papers, etc.
• Task Order Lead for NCATS (NGA Crisis Action Tasks) and other high tempo tasks. I tracked all assigned tasks from start to finish, never going beyond it's "DUE BY" date. I interfaced with issuing agencies and assignees on clarification of assignments, suspences, and closures; Generated Tasker Briefings that was encorporated into the OCIO's Staff Meetings From 2007 to 2012 (5 years) Fort Belvoir - Springfield, VASenior Systems Security Engineer / IA PM / ISSO / QA Engineer / NGA SME @ + As a Systems Security Engineer, I am responsible for Information Systems Security Engineering across all security domains within the NGA. Duties include providing technical guidance, engineering support, and technology insertion. Provides technical guidance and direction for systems security engineering support for the NGA Infrastructure. Provides technical support for the implementation of DOD, IC, and Industry topics, technology, policy, regulations and “best of breed” practices as they apply to the IA functions. Investigates and publishes technical guidance in IA functional area for SOP that comply with all DOD and IC policies and regulations in support of customer mission objectives. Conducts Security Engineering review for proposed configuration changes to the NGA baseline.
+ As the IAS PM, I am responsible for managing all facets of 5 disciplines consisting on PKI, IDS, VAT, TSO, and ISS.
+Conducts Quality Assurance (QA) reviews for proposed configuration changes to the NGA baseline. Prepares security related impact reviews for Requests for Change (RFC) and Engineering Change Proposals (ECP), and Change Requests (CRs). Supports the bi-weekly Operational Assessment Team (OAT) board meetings (as required), validating specifications/requirements using “best practices” QA checklists, QA recommendations for improvements/validates accuracy; recommends to approve/disapprove change requests; Inputs/record issues through change requests in issue tracking management tool (Remedy); escalates major issues to upper management only when necessary. From 2005 to 2007 (2 years) Fort Belvoir - Springfield, VASystems Engineer / Integration @ • Systems engineering/integration team working on the Command Communications Survivability Program for the Pentagon. Specific system integration duties included preparation of installation plans, ensuring accuracy/interoperability of the design between the various integrated product teams and coordination with other subcontractors to ensure viability between the system design and physical installation.
• iMerge Team Member - Assisted in the design and implementation of VoIP technology; performed hardware/software analysis to provide comparative data of performance characteristics and suitability within the existing systems environment; generated a database on existing telephony equipment and future VoIP equipment; recommended network design changes/enhancements for improved system availability and performance. From 2004 to 2005 (1 year) Reston, VAVice President’s Communications Officer (White House Project Manager) @ • Led communications site survey pre-advance with White House staff to identify communication requirements prior to Vice Presidential visits. Planned, managed, and coordinated secure communication systems projects supporting Vice Presidential trips, ensuring instantaneous communications was achievable. Led teams of 5 to 17 personnel on countless trips providing direct communications support and was the interface between WHCA, the Vice President of the United Stated, the White House Staff, the National Security Council, and the United States Secret Service.
• Deployed with classified material in direct support of the Vice President, maintained strict control and 100% accountability; ensured OPSEC was maintained at all times.
• Identified and coordinated the resolution of any communication problems that directly or indirectly affected the Vice President.
• Classification manager for all documents being stored, emailed, or faxed to the White House.
• Overcame logistical, technical and political challenges to install secure and non-secure voice and data networks, UHF/VHF radio networks, video teleconferencing, cellular, two-way messaging, SATCOM, tactical federal radio systems, antenna engineering, commercial and military satellite systems, and audiovisual equipment
• Maintained operational cost valued at $6 million in support of the Vice President, White House Staff and the United States Secret Service
• Managed 2 corporate Visa accounts with an allowance of $2 million with zero discrepancies
• Led and mentored a cadre of Vice Presidential Communications Officer’s providing 24/7 seamless communication support to the Vice President worldwide
• Ability to multitask and manage personnel and projects during highly stressful situations From 2001 to 2004 (3 years) Washington, DCG6, III Corps Project Manager @ + Responsible for all tactical voice and data communications planning for III Corps Fort Hood exercises and deployments; managed Corps communications networks and provided technical guidance to division signal representatives.
+ Immediately following the attacks on 11 September 2001, identified and coordinated efforts to groom five critical communications systems required ensuring mission capabilities remained at 100 percent in support of operation III Corps Crisis Action Team.
+ Served as the Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical (NBC) Officer; designed and developed training material, lesson plans, student handouts and examinations; instructed Officers, NCOs and Advanced Individual Training (AIT) Soldiers on Biological Agents; responsible for twenty M31A2 Biological Integrated Detection Systems, 10 stand alone Basic Biological Suite Units (BBSU) valued in excess of $15.5 million From 1999 to 2001 (2 years) Communications Section Supervisor @ +Served as the Communications Section Supervisor of a Mobile Communications Support Package team in a strategic Signal Company which provided tactical to strategic communications support the Commander In Chief of United States Armed Forces of South Korea; responsible for COMSEC, eight vehicles, two power units, tactical radio systems, commercial and military satellite systems and various communications equipment valued in excess of over $2,000.000; responsible for the health, welfare and training of 26 soldiers; responsible for planning, managing, and coordinating field training exercise deployments.
+Served as NBC Officer From 1998 to 1999 (1 year) South KoreaPlans / Operations Supervisor @ + Supervised Telecommunications and information management systems installation and operation; directed System Control Center installation; performed mission analysis and course of action analysis in the Military Decision Making Process.
+ Advised superiors on capabilities and limitations of telecommunications equipment. Authored and interpreted operations orders and prepared standing operating procedures (SOPs) for telecommunications operations. Ensured compliance with security regulations governing telecommunications equipment, COMSEC, and automated data processing (ADP) equipment. Established training programs for the entire Signal Battalion, approximately 1500 soldiers.
+Served as NBC Officer From 1997 to 1998 (1 year) Fort Campbell, KYMobile Subscriber Section Team Leader @ +Planned, coordinated, and supervised installation, operation, maintenance, and management of telecommunications systems and networks, including radio, switching, cable and automation equipment. Directed restoration and alternate routing of circuits, trunks, links, and systems. Provided advice and technical assistance to subordinates and commanders. Developed frequency operational requirements, telecommunications service requests, and disseminated operations information to ensure communications connectivity. Assimilated and reported system/network statistics. Developed and implemented training programs for Signal personnel.
+Served as NBC Officer From 1995 to 1997 (2 years) Fort Campbell, KYTechnical Control Watch Stander Supervisor @ As the 24 hour watch team leader; provided advice and direction to team members functioning in support of command center operations; monitored and maintained tactical circuits; worked with counterparts at other command and control centers and aboard USN and USCG ships to resolve communications problems; drafted and released Communications Spot Reports; monitored record message traffic receipt and release; managed UHF SATCOM secure voice and data networks; performed radio checks, monitored and updated communications security equipment; operated, tuned, tested, aligned, inspected, patched, and configured all communications equipment as necessary to meet operational requirements; provided training and technical instruction to lower level technicians; performed crypto changes of vital counter-narcotics communications equipment using cryptographic key tapes; was instrumental in the seizer of 200 tons of cocaine and 400 tons of marijuana each year. From 1992 to 1995 (3 years) Key West, FLManager @ United States, Combat Tour in Saudi Arabia, Combat Tour in Kuwait, 5 hardship tours in South Korea, and Germany From 1982 to 1992 (10 years) Multiple Locations
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration and Management, General, 4.0 @ Trinity University From 1995 to 2000 Technical Certifications For Leadership and Management, Leadership and Management, 4.0 @ Army Institute for Professional Developement From 1985 to 2004 General Studies, General Studies, 3.8 @ North Central Institute From 1989 to 1992 John Livingston is skilled in: Information Assurance, Program Management, Security Clearance, Security, DoD, Integration, Military, Computer Security, Information Security, Leadership, Government, Management, Networking, Command, Military Experience, CRISC, Operational Planning, Process Improvement, Army, Top Secret, DoD 8570, ISSO, NGA, Strategic Planning, Quality Assurance, Strategy, Policy, SDLC, Network Security, Organizational..., Homeland Security, Enterprise Architecture, Customer Service, Technical Support, PMO, Problem Solving, Network Design
Websites:
http://www.inforeliance.com/,
http://www.isaca.org/Certification/CRISC-Certified-in-Risk-and-Information-Systems-Control/Pages/default.aspx,
http://www.army.mil/