alex alborzfard
Network/Information Security Manager at parx casino
network/information security manager
information security leader strategic vision , strong demonstrated communication skill , 20+ year multi-platform , multi-site , heterogeneous experience across academic , non-profit , system integration , pharmaceutical , software development , entertainment industry . high level , experience includes teaching mentoring college university level . strength lie providing “ best-practice ” -based strategic guidance matter information security organization ’ business & senior leadership ; laying foundation implementation integration information security governance corporate governance . specialty : information security - governance , policy development , vulnerability & risk management , project management , well overall management information security infrastructure mission .
parx casino
https://www.linkedin.com/company/parx-casino
- Developed, implemented, and managed an enterprise information security and risk management program from the ground up, based on CIS CSC & NIST/ISO 27001 frameworks. 
- Acted as point of contact for all security matters with vendors & company's board.
- Implemented & managed the following administrative & technical controls:

     - Information Security Policies & Procedures
     - Vulnerability & Patch Management
     - Security Assessment (External)
     - Firewall/VPN/IPS
     - Application Whitelisting & IR (Threat Hunting)
     - Security Awareness Program & Training
     - Secure Remote Access Control
     - PKI
     - Data Classification & Protection
     - MFA (Multi Factor Authentication)
     - PAM (Privileged Access Management)


Current Projects:

SIEM, EDR, IRM, Secure Wireless, GDPR/Data Privacy
Bensalem, PA
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Network/Information Security Manager
Rider University
https://www.linkedin.com/company/rider-university
Teach Computer Networking (Online), Management Information Systems, and Cyber Security Essentials courses.
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Adjunct Professor
Monmouth University
https://www.linkedin.com/company/monmouthuniversity
- Teach Information Technology for Business course.
West Long Branch, NJ
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Adjunct Professor
Salem Community College
https://www.linkedin.com/company/salem-community-college
- Teach Network Security Essentials course
- Developed Syllabus for the Network Security Essentials course
Carneys Point, NJ
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Adjunct Faculty
Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia
https://www.linkedin.com/company/philadelphiafed
Worked in Information Technology group in Fed Bank's region 2. My responsibilities included overall support of IT infrastructure, including performance, availability, & security.
Philadelphia, PA
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Consultant
Comcast
https://www.linkedin.com/company/comcast
Member of Comcast Internal Audit's (CAAT) Security team

Participated in virtualization, penetrating testing, & vulnerability management audit assignments.
Philadelphia, PA
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Senior Consultant
BioClinica
https://www.linkedin.com/company/bioclinica
- Implemented & configured Vulnerability Management solution
- Created Information Security Policies & Procedures
- Worked as a liaison between company's client & IT to address identified security gaps
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Senior Information Security Analyst
Saint Peter's Healthcare System
https://www.linkedin.com/company/saint-peter-s-healthcare-system
As a member of IT System & Network Infrastructure team my responsibilities included administration & management of various Enterprise IT infrastructure: servers, applications & security solutions.
New Brunswick, NJ
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Security/Systems Administrator
ITT Technical Institute
https://www.linkedin.com/company/itt-technical-institute
Taught Microsoft Windows/Active Directory and SQL database courses.
Bensalem, PA
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Adjunct Faculty
Pharmanet
https://www.linkedin.com/company/inventiv-health-clinical
Responsible for administration of enterprise data backup, Anti-Virus, System Inventory Management solutions, as well as performing vulnerability scan of company's IT assets.
Princeton, NJ
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Systems Administrator
MindShift
https://www.linkedin.com/company/mindshift
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Network Engineer
Identix
https://www.linkedin.com/company/idemiagroup
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Network Manager
Identix Incorporated, an L-1 Identity Solutions Company
Network Manager
PWDC
Systems Administrator
Peirce College
https://www.linkedin.com/company/peirce-college
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Network Administrator
M.S.
Information Assurance
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Norwich University
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B.S.
MIS
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Saint Joseph's University
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SANS
GCWN (SANS Certified Windows Security Administrator )
Microsoft Exchange 2010
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VMware vSphere 4.1
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SANS A Practical Introduction to Cyber Security Risk Management
MGT415
SANS Securing Windows with PowerShell & The Critical Security Controls
SEC505
Certified Information Security Management (CISM)
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Designing & Executing InfoSec Strategies
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Information Risk Management Toolkit
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Offensive Security Penetration Testing with BackTrack
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SANS Mobile Device Security & Ethical Hacking
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Habitat for Humanity
I was part of the team that built a house for a family.
Home Build Team Member
Social Services
Stand Down
Participated in providing feeding & assistance services to Veterans form Delaware Valley area during the event.
Volunteer
LinkedIn
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Learning Cloud Computing: Cloud Security
http://www.linkedin.com/learning/learning-cloud-computing-cloud-security-2
LinkedIn
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Penetration Testing: Advanced Kali Linux
http://www.linkedin.com/learning/penetration-testing-advanced-kali-linux
LinkedIn
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Learning Python
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ISACA
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CISM
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AXELOS/EXIN
5900697-20621314
ITIL Foundation
SANS Institute
GIAC GCWN
SANS Institute
GIAC GMOB
(ISC)²
42563
CISSP
https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-eaton-a46b211ba
Sicklerville, NJ
Eric Eaton
Student at Rider University
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Quakertown, PA
Stephen Donovan
Chemist
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Whippany, NJ
Robert Hoffman
Credit Analyst/Financial Consultant at Merchant Advocate
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Oldsmar, FL
Michael Forte
Independent Real Estate Professional
https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-haggerty-9aa020226
St Paul, MN
Peter Haggerty
Facility Maintenance Supervisor at The Toro Company
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West Chester, PA
Sabrina Gidwani
Associate Director, GLP1 Market Development  at Novo Nordisk
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikolai-burlakoff-62611928
Ossining, NY
Nikolai Burlakoff
Independent Non-Profit Organization Management Professional
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rick-grimes-402326195
New York City Metropolitan Area
Rick Grimes
Director of Concierge  at NFC Amenity Management
https://uk.linkedin.com/in/nick-anton-1014402a
Tonbridge
Nick Anton
Project Manager at Coopers Fire
https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-ferrufino-b85385177
New York City Metropolitan Area
Anthony Ferrufino
Account Manager at Lintech Components
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Naples, FL
Terri Harris
Assistant Manager at Bank of America
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Louisville, KY
Joshua Park
Creative Manager at Shield of Glory
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Bloomfield, NJ
Auldon Robinson II
Business Developer
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Greater Winnipeg Metropolitan Area
Colin Dauphinais
Business Manager/ Treasurer at IUEC - International Union of Elevator Constructors Local 102
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mjmooney
Phoenixville, PA
Mike Mooney
Vice President of Technical Services at CleanItSupply.com
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United States
Thomas Murray
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-ballerini-25a7bb227
New York City Metropolitan Area
Peter Ballerini
Grants Writer at INF Associates
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerome-ramirez-3755b3117
Bastrop, TX
Jerome Ramirez
Area Coordinator at National Elevator Industry Educational Program
https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-edel-b280b251
Naples, FL
David Edel
Top-producing reverse mortgage loan officer NMLS# 634160 | Mutual of Omaha Reverse Mortgage NMLS#1025894
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        Alex was one of the key personnel involved with PC/Server security issues.  He kept up-to-date with the Microsoft vulnerabilities and assisted in deploying the appropriate patches.  He is well read regarding the issues, continues to stay on top of it, and wanted to be proactive at all times so as to minimize downtime and resources.    I enjoyed working with Alex and learned a great deal from him, he is easy to work with and an invaluable team member. Bijan Chavoshan
      
          



            
              
        
              
  

    
        Alex is very experienced and highly competent in the field of information technology.
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SecurityMetrics
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2021 - ISACA CRISC Study Group
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ISACA (Official)
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Storage + Server Virtualization
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Iranian Professionals Group
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InfoSec Management Professionals
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Windows 7 & Server 2008 R2 troubleshooters
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CYBER SECURITY FORUM INITIATIVE - CSFI
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Norwich University Connections
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TPNG - Technology Professionals Networking Group
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Snort-Users
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Business Continuity,  Information Security Assurance and Compliance Management
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Norwich University Alumni - MSIA
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iGaming & Casino Gambling World Network - for the land-based and online gaming industries.
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