John Eakin

About John Eakin

Seasoned technical editor and writer with over 20 years of experience supporting federal cybersecurity and continuity programs, including extensive work with Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Department of Defense (DOD), and Department of the Navy (DON). Adept at transforming complex technical content into clear, actionable documentation for diverse audiences, including senior leadership. Known for high-quality editorial review, process improvement, and quiet leadership that elevates team performance behind the scenes. Brings deep knowledge of cybersecurity, continuity planning, and exercise design, with proven success producing deliverables praised as program standards. Excels in deadline-driven environments, mentoring others in writing best practices, and maintaining consistency across high-volume deliverables.**Current SECRET/DHS EOD clearance Professional Skills: Technical Editing and Writing (15+ years)- Expert in transforming complex cybersecurity and continuity content into clear, actionable documentation for technical and executive audiences Quality Assurance and Document Control (10+ years)- Led editorial review processes and established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency and accuracy across hundreds of federal deliverables Knowledge Management and Process Improvement (10+ years)- Streamlined content templates, improved editorial workflows, and developed guidance used across teams and contracts Cybersecurity Exercise Planning and Execution (7 years)- Supported DHS CISA in designing, facilitating, and analyzing national-level cyber exercises for state, local, tribal, territorial (SLTT), federal, and critical infrastructure stakeholders Continuity and Contingency Planning (15+ years)- Developed Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP), Information System Contingency Plan (ISCP), and Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP) documentation in alignment with Federal Continuity Directive 1 (FCD-1) and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) SP 800-34

Experience

1. Business Process Analyst Advisor Quality Assurance Lead

   General Dynamics Information Technology

   Sep 2022 — Present

Education

• The George Washington University

  Graduate Certificate in Information Security Management

• James Madison University

  Bachelor’s Degree