Mark Barnett
Waynesboro
Summary
Dynamic Information Assurance Engineer with extensive experience at Thales Defense and Security Inc., excelling in certification management and technical documentation. Proven track record in ensuring compliance with NSA security requirements and enhancing stakeholder communication. Skilled in cryptographic protocols and project tracking, driving successful certification outcomes in high-stakes environments. Innovative professional in engineering field known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in project management, problem-solving, and technical writing. Excels with strong communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring successful project outcomes and collaborative work environments.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal Information Assurance Engineer
Thales Defense and Security Inc.
Clarksburg
07.2019 - Current
- Provide Information Assurance expertise to facilitate the Certification of wireless communications products.
- Managed Thales Certification efforts for multiple products.
- Served as primary liaison with NSA personnel.
- Created/maintained technical document deliverables for DOD Customer and NSA.
- Deliverables contained: Technical descriptions of classified product compliance to NSA IASRD security requirements (for ECU and embedded module), and DOD Risk Management Framework.
- Detailed descriptions of (classified) design & implementation of Anti-Tamper, TEMPEST, Secure handling, Cryptographic Key management COMSEC, TRANSEC and radio waveforms.
- Project tracking spreadsheets - for external stakeholders and company management.
- Provided system level requirements analysis.
- Supported development, verification, validation teams.
- Lead NSA-witnessed Security Verification Test events to validate product compliance with NSA security and interoperability requirements.
- Managed version control process for DoD Customer and NSA document deliverables.
- Provided technical guidance and mentoring to junior level engineers.
- Conducted status meetings - with external stakeholders - on product development and Certification efforts.
Information Assurance Certification Engineer
KEYW Corporation
Hanover
11.2004 - 07.2019
- Assisted NSA Government Certification Managers with technical analysis of secure battlefield radios and DoD/IC Networks Encryption devices.
- Evaluated Type 1 security requirements for DoD/IC network encryption and routing devices for government certification.
- Assessed compliance of TS/SCI encryption products with Type 1 hardware, software, and programmable logic standards.
- Reviewed vendor-delivered Technical CDRLs, including Requirements Specifications and Security Features User Guide.
- Entered cryptographic algorithms into Government Algorithm database for network encryption products.
- Collaborated with SMEs to obtain approval from Algorithm Board for cryptographic algorithms.
- Examined vendor Security Verification Test documents and evaluated formal test events in vendor labs.
- Co-authored Government Operational Security Doctrine specific to encryption products.
- Compiled final documentation required for successful completion of certifications.
- Documented all activities performed throughout the certification process.
- Collaborated with external agencies such as third party labs or regulators during the certification process.
- Worked closely with internal stakeholders to identify areas of improvement within the certification process.
- Reviewed engineering drawings, schematics and models for conformance to regulations.
- Tracked progress of certifications against established timelines.
System Security Certification Engineer
Electronic Data Systems (EDS Federal)
Chambersburg
07.2001 - 11.2004
- As C&A Analyst, reviewed and provided feedback on the effectiveness of Security controls of IT systems of DOD Data Centers.
- Updated Accreditation documents and System Security Plans for DOD sites.
- Utilized DISA (STIG-based) tools on DOD classified databases, servers and networks to assess the technical security controls of DOD sites.
- Captured significant metrics derived from the site vulnerability scans.
- Formally documented (for DISA CIO) the System Readiness Review results and DOD site’s IT security posture.
Manager of IT Systems, Databases and Computer Operations, Software Developer
The Brethren Mutual Insurance Company (BMIC)
Hagerstown
03.1984 - 07.2001
Education
Government Training in Certification process and TS Network Encryption technologies
01.2019
BS - Information Assurance
Shippensburg Univ, Phoenix Univ & Capella Univ
01.2006
AA - Information Technology
Hagerstown Community College
Hagerstown, MD01.1984
Skills
- Information assurance and security compliance
- Certification management
- Technical documentation
- Risk management
- Requirements analysis
- Security compliance
- Project tracking
- Cryptographic protocols
- Stakeholder communication
- Regulatory compliance
- Technical writing
- Systems engineering practices
- Automated testing
- Critical thinking
- Vulnerability assessment
Certification
- Security+
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), ISC2, 2003
- DISA System Security Practitioner (SSP) Level II for WIN/NT, DISA FSO, 2001
References
Professional references provided upon request.
Government Training
Training in Certification process and TS Network Encryption technologies, 2005/2019
Current Profile
Thales Defense and Security Inc., Systems Engineer, High Assurance Product Certifications, Governmental Cybersecurity Compliance, TS/SCI with Full Scope Poly
Affiliations
Family activities and Charitable causes.
Timeline
Principal Information Assurance Engineer
Thales Defense and Security Inc.
07.2019 - Current
Information Assurance Certification Engineer
KEYW Corporation
11.2004 - 07.2019
System Security Certification Engineer
Electronic Data Systems (EDS Federal)
07.2001 - 11.2004
Manager of IT Systems, Databases and Computer Operations, Software Developer
The Brethren Mutual Insurance Company (BMIC)
03.1984 - 07.2001
Government Training in Certification process and TS Network Encryption technologies
BS - Information Assurance
Shippensburg Univ, Phoenix Univ & Capella Univ
AA - Information Technology
Hagerstown Community College
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