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Jack Wozny

BS, CISSP, CCSP, SSCP

Biography

As a computer engineer, I have a decade of expertise in securing various networks and systems. I have led and delivered several security projects, ensuring their compliance, availability, and security.

My passions and expertise include information security and automation.

Interests

  • Security
  • Networking
  • Automation

Education

  • BSc in Computer Engineering, 2013

    DeVry University

Experience

 
 
 
 
 

Senior Information Systems Security Operations Engineer

Winston & Strawn, LLP

May 2022 – Present Chicago, IL
 
 
 
 
 

Information Systems Security Operations Engineer

Winston & Strawn, LLP

Jan 2019 – May 2022 Chicago, IL
Responsibilities include:

  • Firewall upgrades and administration
  • Web filter administration
  • Network troubleshooting
  • Linux security baseline administration
 
 
 
 
 

Network Security Engineer

F&I Administration Solutions, LLC

Mar 2018 – Jan 2019 Lombard, IL
Responsibilities include:

  • Configuring and Managing network monitor in failover configuration
  • Systems and application availability monitoring and troubleshooting
  • Configuration and management of network devices
  • Providing overall security analysis and recommendations
  • Security awareness training and assessment
  • Network security analysis
  • Security auditing and remediation
  • Vulnerability scanning and remediation
  • Security compliance evaluation and risk management
 
 
 
 
 

Network Administrator

American Society of Safety Engineers

Jun 2011 – Mar 2018 Park Ridge, IL
Responsibilities include:

  • Installed and updated hardware and software
  • Maintained endpoint security
  • Configured and administered nightly backups
  • Maintained Exchange backups and restores
  • Configured and administered monitoring, configured for DR failover
  • Maintained Cisco network reliability and troubleshooting issues
  • Administered Cisco network environment
  • Administered VMware virtual server environment
  • Administered Dell Equallogic SANs in a VMware environment
  • Implemented and administered PureStorage SAN along with 10G fiber infrastructure with full redundancy
  • Implemented, administered, and modified ticketing system
  • Implemented and administered network IDS (Snort, ELSA, BRO, sguil)
  • Implemented and administered central log servers using the ELK stack and graylog
  • Implemented and administered a Salt configuration management server including connecting all systems
  • Trained company developers on version control (git) including implementing and administering a private git repository server

Accomplishments

Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)

The vendor-neutral CCSP credential confirms knowledge and competency in applying best practices to cloud security architecture, design, operations, and service orchestration. Developed by the two leading non-profits in cloud and information security, CSA and (ISC)², the CCSP draws from a comprehensive, up-to-date global body of knowledge that ensures candidates have the right cloud security knowledge and skills to be successful in securing and optimizing cloud computing environments.
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Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

The vendor-neutral SSCP credential confirms deep technical knowledge and competency in implementing, monitoring, and administering IT Infrastructure in accordance with information security policies and requirements across the organization. The SSCP credential draws from a comprehensive, up-to-date global body of knowledge that ensures candidates have the right information security knowledge and skills to be successful in IT operational roles.
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Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

The vendor-neutral CISSP credential confirms technical knowledge and experience to design, engineer, implement, and manage the overall security posture of an organization. Required by the world’s most security-conscious organizations, CISSP is the gold-standard information security certification that assures information security leaders possess the breadth and depth of knowledge to establish holistic security programs that protect against threats in an increasingly complex cyber world.
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Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)

The vendor-neutral CC credential starts newcomers on their path to advanced cybersecurity certifications and future leadership roles. It proves to organizations that newly certified team members understand fundamental security principles and operations, network security and access controls and that they have the skills to meet and exceed performance standards in their beginning roles. All this allows organizations to build a stronger line of defense.
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CompTIA A+ Certified

Earners of the CompTIA A+ certification are proven problem solvers who are able to perform critical IT support tasks including device configuration, data backup and recovery, and operating system configuration. CompTIA A+ certified professionals have demonstrated baseline security skills for IT support roles and are able to detect and remove malware, address privacy concerns, and troubleshoot core service challenges.
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Skills

Security Fundamentals

99th percentile

Network Fundamentals

98th percentile

Server Maintenance Fundamentals

96th percentile

Web Application Security

94th percentile

Windows Powershell

92nd percentile

Windows Server Management

91st percentile