Kenneth A. Thomas
Active Security Clearance
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
General Dynamics – Information Technology, Chesapeake, VA
Nov 2023 – Present
IT/Security Analyst
- Installed and configured Nessus Essentials to perform vulnerability scans against Windows Hosts
- Set up and managed air-gapped network with servers, switches and windows hosts.
- Performed weekly and monthly security audits using Splunk dashboards, reports, and log analysis
- Conducted vulnerability assessments with Nessus & SPLUNK; remediated vulnerabilities
- Updated SPLUNK and Trelix on classified machines to conduct audits.
- Applied DISA STIGs, CIS Benchmarks, and other security baselines to harden servers, switches and virtualization platforms.
- Crafted SPLUNK queries to identify security anomalies, compliance issues, and potential threats.
General Dynamics – Information Technology, Chesapeake, VA
Nov 2023 – Present
Drafter III
▪Experience with a variety of CAD software, such as AutoCAD, Visio, and SolidWorks.
▪Created accurate and detailed network diagrams using computer-aided design (CAD) software.
▪Collaborated with network engineers and other team members to develop and implement network designs.
▪Ensured that network diagrams met all applicable standards and specifications.
▪Updated and maintained network diagrams as changes were made to the network.
▪Created detailed 2D/3D drawings, designs, and models to meet customer requirements.
▪Used common drafting and drawing standards to create plan, elevation and orthographic views.
OCEANEERING International – Marine Services Division, Chesapeake, VA
Jan 2013 – Nov 2023
Mechanical/Electrical Designer
- Evaluated electrical, mechanical, systems and products to create engineering drawings.
- Designed parts, components, and assemblies to meet the requirements of assigned projects using AutoCAD and other 3D modeling software.
- Responsible for reading, interpreting, and creating blueprints, electrical schematics, and specifications of testing requirements for all contracts.
United States Navy, Virginia Beach, VA
Feb 2010 – Feb 2013 Technical Instructor
- Delivered over 1500 hours of podium instruction to entry level Naval personnel.
- Wrote learning objectives, prepared test items, evaluated instructional materials and efficacy of curriculums.
CERTIFICATIONS/ Education
CompTIA Security+ OCT 2022 – OCT 2028
SANS GIAC GFACT Aug 2025 – Aug 2029
SANS GIAC GSEC Aug 2026 – Aug 2030
Old Dominion University | B.S. in Cyber Security candidate | Diploma expected 2027