J ACK M C G IVNEY
145 OLD NORTH STAMFORD ROAD ∙ STAMFORD, CT 06905 ∙ 203-912-8563 ∙ JMCGIVNEY@GMAIL.COM
S U M MA RY
O F Q UA LIF IC A TIO N S
Cross-platform experience in systems and network administration, including analyzing, designing, installing, maintaining, and repairing
hardware, software, peripherals, and networks with a focus on security. Superior troubleshooting and technical abilities with network
connectivity and hardware. Extremely passionate about information security.
T E C HN IC A L S K I LL S
Operating Systems:
Networking:
Software/Tools:
Hardware/Systems:
Security:
Windows Server 2003/2008/2008R2/2012/2012R2, Windows XP/7/8/8.1, Linux (CentOS, Kali,
RHEL, Ubuntu), Macintosh
TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, FTP, Telnet, SSH, Hubs, Routers, SMTP, POP3, NAT, PAT, VPN, VLAN,
Ethernet 802.11, LAN/WAN, SNMP, DMZ, IDS/IPS
LogRhythm, QRadar, Active Directory, Group Policy, High Availability, Exchange, vCenter, MS
Office/Project/Visio, Backup solutions, SQL, SCVMM, SCOM, Nagios, Cacti, Nessus, Retina, nmap,
Wireshark, Metasploit, PuTTY, Snort, Snorby, hashcat, aircrack-ng, CORE Impact
Cisco Routers, Switches, Firewalls, HP Switches, HP/Dell servers, VMware, Hyper-V, XenApp,
NAS/SAN
Vulnerability Assessments, Compliance, Policies & Procedures
W O RK E XP E RI E N C E
Staff Consultant, NTT Com Security
February 2015 - Present
Work within the Professional Services division on the ASOC team, designing, deploying, and managing SIEM solutions, including
both LogRhythm and QRadar. Monitor client SIEM environments on daily basis and preform thorough investigation on all tickets
created and escalated from the SOC.
Key Accomplishments:
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Became certified on LogRhythm within 3 weeks of employment
Systems/Network Administrator, Innovative Network Solutions
November 2013 – February 2015
Manage the infrastructure of all our clients, consisting of over 150 physical and virtual servers in a mixed Windows/Linux
environment, including but not limited to Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Exchange, SQL & Citrix. Provide initial configuration on
Cisco switches and preform troubleshooting on all network devices when necessary. Manage centralized AV and network monitoring
system. Conduct vulnerability and compliance assessments for various healthcare and financial institutions and analyze/draft reports.
Implement security policies and controls across all clients. Resolve all L3 issues escalated from our NOC.
Key Accomplishments:
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Joined the security team and engaged in numerous vulnerability assessments as well as trained on penetration testing
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Singlehandedly designed and implemented a variety of Linux based production systems, including Nagios, Cacti, and SQL
databases
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Provided successful consultation for two clients concerning a network virus and possible network intrusion
NOC Technician, Innovative Network Solutions
July 2013 – October 2013
Monitor the network infrastructure of all our clients in a 24x7x365 NOC environment. Serve as first point of contact with clients and
work to resolve level 1 & 2 issues via phone and email. Perform initial troubleshooting on networking devices and servers. Monitor
backups on a daily basis.
Key Accomplishments:
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Started managing centralized AV solution and controlled deployments, policies, and detection/remediation
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Assisted network-server team with server preventative maintenance
Independent IT Consultant
Jan 2013 – February
2015
Implement systems, networks, and applications for local small businesses and individuals. Preform data migrations and server moves.
Recommend and purchase hardware and peripherals. Create and install network cables. Troubleshoot and resolve laptop/desktop
software and hardware issues. Detect and remediate various malware, viruses, and Trojans.
Key Accomplishments:
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Successfully installed and configured new ACT and file server with no unnecessary downtime
Designed, built, tested, and deployed numerous workstations as well as servers
Wired and crimped CAT5/6 cables of various length and specifications
Shift Supervisor, CVS/Pharmacy
June 2010 - Dec 2012
Worked in a high volume store full-time. Trained new and existing employees and managed up to 4 individuals. Lead team to deliver
results and exceed targets. Planned and executed yearly seasonal projects successfully and with recognition. Spent time working in the
pharmacy, becoming familiar with HIPPA and PII compliance.
Key Accomplishments:
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Highly dependable employee with impeccable attendance and lead by example
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Made existing processes more efficient by redefining how tasks are accomplished
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Went to school fulltime during employment and maintained a 3.89 GPA
IT Specialist, University of Connecticut - School of Business
Dec 2006 – Dec 2008
Oversaw five corporate labs comprised of over 200 workstations in a LAN/WAN client server environment. Function as Project
Manager for installations, repairs and upgrades. Recommend connectivity solutions and cutting edge technologies to support clients.
Troubleshoot network and connectivity problems while providing hardware and software support to the School of Business in a high
traffic environment.
Key Accomplishments:
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Assisted with the deployment and procurement of campus-wide workstation upgrades on a quarterly basis
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Managed imaging station and assisted in the design and deployment across all campus workstations
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Worked on wireless infrastructure upgrade project installing wireless N access points
E D U C A T IO N & C E RT IF IC A T IO N S
Pennsylvania State University - World Campus
B.S. Security and Risk Analysis – Expected 2016
CompTIA
Security+
Network+
ITIL
Foundations v3
LogRhythm
LogRhythm Certified Professional v6.3
P RO F E SS IO N A L A S SO C IA TIO N S
Information Systems Security Association
CT Chapter