Edwin J. Boston

About Edwin J. Boston

Solution-oriented and customer-centric professional with extensive management and hands-on experience in information assurance analysis. Well-versed at planning, implementing, managing, and upgrading security measures to protect the corporation’s data, systems and networks. Competent at identifying and testing system vulnerabilities. Proficient at collaborating across departments to boost organizational excellence.

Experience

1. Information Systems Security Officer

   Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

   Apr 2022 — Present · Laurel, MD, US

   Professional Experience:Johns Hopkins Applied Physics LaboratoryInformation System Security Officer / AnalystApril 2023 - Present• Manage and oversee highly classified information systems supporting government DoD sponsors/programs.• Develop and maintain security documentation, including Security Controls Traceability Matrix, System Security Plans, and Risk Assessment Reports including Plan of Action and Milestones (POA & Ms), Control and CCI assessments.• Conduct weekly security audits and implement disaster recovery strategies to ensure system integrity and availability.• Lead hardware validation and deployment initiatives to ensure secure and efficient operation of information systems.• Facilitate Change Control Board meetings and manage the change management process to ensure compliance with security policies and procedures.• Manage Software request processing as part of baseline management.• Coordinate and submit quarterly RMF packages to regulatory authorities, ensuring timely compliance with security regulations and standards.• Participate in reaccreditation assessments, resulting in successful attainment of Authorization(s) to Operate (ATO) for multiple information systems.• Develop procedures and supporting documentation to improve configuration and vulnerability management processes, enhancing overall security posture and compliance with industry best practices.• Conduct RMF quarterly requirements training for team members to ensure understanding and compliance with regulatory standards and procedures.

Education

• University of Baltimore

  Bachelor of Science (BS), Criminology / Forensics

  1998 — 2000

• King's College

  Associate of Arts (A.A.), General Studies

  1992 — 1998

• Carroll Community College

  Associate of Arts (AA), Working toward a certificate in teaching

  2003 — 2004

• Utica University

  Masters of Cyber Security: Concentration in Government Policy, Cyber Security and Policy

  2016 — 2017

• Notre Dame of Maryland University

  Master of Arts (M.A.), Educational Leadership and Administration, General

  2004 — 2016

• Carroll Community College

  Technology Certification Cohort, Cyber Security Cohort

  2015 — 2015

Skills

• Management
• Team Building
• Help Desk Support
• Customer Service
• Nonprofits
• Technical Support
• Time Management
• Project Management
• Research
• Leadership
• Public Speaking
• Information Technology, Project Management, Recruitment, Hiring and Training. Co
• Training
• Marketing
• Strategic Planning
• Program Management
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Event Planning
• Social Media