Kevin Farmer is an experienced Project Manager, Information Assurance, and Network Administrator with 21 years of experience in the United States Navy. He has led teams of up to 35 people and managed risks to protect over $40 million in assets. Farmer has extensive experience in network analysis, information security, and classified material handling. He is pursuing a Doctoral Degree in Leadership & Innovation from Arizona State University.

1. KEVIN FARMER
762 Celebration Lane
Middleburg, FL 32068
256.609.1788
kfarmer57@yahoo.com
linkedin.com/in/kevin-farmer-8281a311
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Experienced Project Manager, Information Assurance, and Network Administrator with 21 years of proven
experience in the United States Navy. Accomplished measurable results while leading teams of 35 in a dynamic,
fast - paced environment. Possess’ a comprehensive background in Information Security, Operations & Project
Management and Information Technology Customer Support derived from conducting domestic and global
operations in Afghanistan, Qatar, Iraq, Bahrain, Europe and Africa. Managed risk upon multiple lines to
protect assets, property, and equipment valued over $40M while meeting the expectations of senior leadership.
Possess extensive knowledge in Classified Material Handling and Network Analysis and Design. Recipient of
multiple awards for outstanding performance and professionalism in the United States Navy. Career supported by
a Master of Arts in Administrative Leadership. Will begin working on his Doctoral Degree in Leadership &
Innovation at Arizona State in March of 2017.
 Network Analysis/Design  Life Cycle Management  Information Security
 Leadership/Mentor
 Requirement Analysis
 System Migration
 Training and Development
 Project Scheduling
 Cost Analysis
 Organization/Communication
 Resource Management
 Testing/QA/Rollout/Support
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
UNITED STATES NAVY – Various Locations
Experience
August 2013 – September 2016
Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane, IN
Network Security Division Officer- Led 5 network engineers on the Host Based Security System (HBSS). The
HBSS is a Department of Defense system that monitors, detects, and defends computer networks & systems. The
HBSS at Crane supported 5 networks and 4,300 users.
Directed Security and Vulnerability patching via Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), Security Technical
Implementation Guides.
Monitored the System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) alerts & tasked appropriate administrator to correct
the fault.
Supervised and assigned trouble tickets via help desk support and SharePoint tasking to 35 windows network
administrators on five Windows 2008 (R2) networks and the completion of over 14,000 trouble tickets.
Configured 13 Cisco Switches using PuTTY during a network upgrade.
Oversaw upgrade of 163 workstations/laptops from Windows 7 to Windows 10 operating systems.
Subject matter expert on DOD policies and procedures. Audited, reviewed, and changed 17 Standard Operating
Procedures for the Information Technology Systems Department.
Designed and implemented a classified media destruction process that destroyed 5,176 hard drives and 4,305
magnetic media backup tapes.
August 2010 – August 2013
Naval Command Telecommunications Station (NCTS) Naval Air Stations JAX, Jacksonville, FL

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Information Systems Security Officer- Applied Domain Name System (DNS) Black hole list to the Access
Control Lists (ACL) of 2 routers (unclassified and classified). Audited routers, switches, and applicable laptops using
the RETINA Vulnerability Scanner Utility.
Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA ) Coordinator- coordinated end to end network connectivity for 120
locations to a telecommunications substation.
Lead Network Administrator- Configured the network interface for Afloat Units at Naval Station Mayport, FL to
telecommunications substation via OC3 trunk to Cisco Routers. Administered in house networks using Windows
Server 2003 Active Directory. Maintained user agreement forms, created new user accounts, oversaw shared file
permissions, and completed trouble tickets to 45 personnel to include: network printing, network connectivity,
VOIP’s, .ost’s (.pst’s), and hardware issues.
Work Center Supervisor- Coordinated the maintenance of 150 line items to include 2 switches, 2 routers, 120
outlying customers, & 12 Naval Ships during night and weekend hours to ensure minimum customer interference
of service.
Electronic Key Management System (EKMS) Manager- Tracked, disseminated, and audited electricalappliances
with classified material.
July 2007 – August 2010
Naval Air Station Brunswick, ME & Naval Air Station JAX, Jacksonville, FL Special Projects Patrol Squadron One
Information Assurance Manager/ChiefNetwork Administrator-
Managed the move of 243 workstations & laptops from Brunswick Maine to Jacksonville, FL. Moved over 800 user
accounts from different Active Directory Operational Unit to another with zero discrepancies and 80 GB of data
from one shared network to another. Ensured the new network was operational by documenting the Interim
Authority to Operate (IATO) was in place while the Authority to Operate (ATO) compliance was being approved.
The process took 18 months from start to completion.
Submitted the paperwork and auditing to certify a Top Secret (TS) Secret Compartmentalized Information Facility
(SCIF) to analyze intelligencedata.
Created a Top Secret Network that used the existing secret network as a trunk. The process had never been done
before and the lessons learned was used to create a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for deployed units.
April 2007 – June 2007
Dam Neck, VA Naval School
Advanced Network Analyst (ANA) 2781- Administers, maintains, and repairs Navy networks systems. Performs
Routine and Emergent System Administrator Duties, Enterprise-Level Fault Identification, system level fault
analysis, fault isolation, and repair in support of the entire shipboard network infrastructure. Administers and
maintains all currently fielded Navy networking systems. Responsible for management and maintenance of network
switches, routers, servers and computer work stations. Manages network operating systems within Navy networking
systems and services such as Chat and network security. Maintains network service capabilities (i.e. Wireless devices,
Voice Over IP (VOIP), Video Teleconferencing (VTC) Video Distribution systems (VDS), associated cabling, fiber
optics, throughput, connectivity, I/O devices, and topologies). Possesses thorough knowledge of currently fielded
Navy networking systems, technology and trends. Performs network management and maintenance functions
including inventory control of computer assets, software and configuration management, user training, and help
desk management.
March 2006 – March 2007
US Navy, Bahrain
Lead Network Administrator- Administered a small Local Area Network that supported 12 users. The LAN

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included SATCOM connectivity to aerial assets.
Information Assurance Manager- Principal advisor to the commanding officer for all information security
matters. Ensures that INFOSEC program requirements are met. Implements the risk management program
required by the DON. Verifies that appropriate security tests are conducted and documented. Ensures that the
accreditation support documentation is developed and maintained and verify that each IS meets security
specifications for an acceptable levelof risk. Reviews the accreditation plan and reaccreditation activities. Ensures
that proposed system changes are reviewed, and that implemented system modifications do not adversely impact
the security of the system. Ensures that IS users' activities are monitored to verify compliance with security policies
and procedures. Coordinates regularly with Information Systems Security Officers (ISSO) and Network Security
Officers (NSO), who provide system-level INFOSEC support within the confines of the ISSM's area of
responsibility. Maintains an ActivityINFOSEC Plan (ISSP) and ensures the development of System Security Plans
(SSP) for systems that contain sensitive information.
EKMS Manager- Tracked, disseminated, and audited electrical appliances with classified material.
March 2003 – March 2006
Tinker AF Base, Oklahoma City, OK
Strategic Communications (STRATCOMM) Wing One
Information Assurance Manager- Principal advisor to the commanding officer for all information security
matters. Ensures that INFOSEC program requirements are met. Implements the risk management program
required by the DON. Verifies that appropriate security tests are conducted and documented. Ensures that the
accreditation support documentation is developed and maintained and verify that each IS meets security
specifications for an acceptable levelof risk. Reviews the accreditation plan and reaccreditation activities. Ensures
that proposed system changes are reviewed, and that implemented system modifications do not adversely impact
the security of the system. Ensures that IS users' activities are monitored to verify compliance with security policies
and procedures. Coordinates regularly with Information Systems Security Officers (ISSO) and Network Security
Officers (NSO), who provide system-level INFOSEC support within the confines of the ISSM's area of
responsibility. Maintains an ActivityINFOSEC Plan (ISSP) and ensures the development of System Security Plans
(SSP) for systems that contain sensitive information.
Lead Network Administrator- Windows NT, 2000, & 2003 Operating Environments. Responsible for
maintaining user agreement forms, creating user accounts, switches, routers, and all connectivityfor over 8,000
users over 2 networks (unclassified & classified).
Lead Network Administrator- Naval Tactical Command Support System (NTCSS) II Manager Provides
knowledge to administer the Naval Tactical Command Support Systems (NTCSS), UNIX operating systems, Sybase
SQL Adaptive Server Enterprise Relational Database, Windows Server, network system operations and protocols,
NTCSS II Desktop Graphical User Interface (GUI), system applications, system security, and System Administrator
functions. Performs Information Assurance Technician functions IAW DoD 8570.1M, SECNAVMAN 5239.2,
and COMNAVCYBERFORINST 5239.1.
January 2003 – February 2003
San Diego, CA Naval School
Naval Tactical Command Support System (NTCSS) II Manager Unix Administration School- Naval
Tactical Command Support System (NTCSS) II Manager Provides knowledge to administer the Naval Tactical
Command Support Systems (NTCSS), UNIX operating systems, Sybase SQL Adaptive Server Enterprise Relational
Database, Windows Server, network system operations and protocols, NTCSS II Desktop Graphical User Interface
(GUI), system applications, system security, and System Administrator functions. Performs Information Assurance
Technician functions IAW DoD 8570.1M, SECNAVMAN 5239.2, and COMNAVCYBERFORINST 5239.1.

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January 2001 – December 2002
USS Coronado (AGF-11), San Diego, CA
Solaris/Unix Administrator- Global Command & Control Maritime (GCCS-M) Administrator. Administered
system that used HPUX &Sun Solaris Operating Systems. Performs basic operation of the GCCS-M system with
regard to the system administration functions. Responsible for backing-up and restoring data, assigning or changing
user accounts and passwords, profiling administration procedures, monitoring C4I system interfaces and log-in
requirements, analyzing emergency shutdown occurrences, and controlling printer utilities and data base purging
requirements.
Hardware Technician- Completed A+ Certification. Performed hardware & software repair on workstations.
November 1995 – November 1999
USS Mitscher (DDG-57) Norfolk, VA
Network Administrator- Windows 3.1 Network Administrator. Administered Local Area Network that consisted
of 375 users, 2 routers, 2 switches, and 35 workstations.
Radio Watch Supervisor- Coordinated the communication’s plan of an Arleigh Burke Class Destroyer for three 6
month deployments. Supervised 5 radiomen during 12 hour shifts consisting of EKMS, radio
frequency/monitoring, network connectivity, and planned preventive maintenance.
EDUCATION
Master of Arts – Administrative Leadership | University of Oklahoma – August 12th
, 2016
Bachelor of Science – Criminal Justice | University of Oklahoma –August 15th
, 2014
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
US Navy System Administrator Training
US Navy Basic, Advanced and Senior Leadership Schools
Information Systems Security Manager Course
Advanced Network Analyst Course
Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape Course
Communications System Operator Training
Computer Program Apprenticeship Training
Internetworking Technician Apprenticeship Training
CERTIFICATIONS
CompTIA Security+ CE
Microsoft Certified Professional
Microsoft MS 07-290 Exchange Server Qualified
AWARDS
Air Medal
Navy Commendation Medal(2)
Navy Achievement Medal (4)
Navy Expeditionary Medal

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National Defense Service Medal (2)
Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal
Afghanistan Campaign Medal
Iraq Campaign Medal
Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
United Nations Medal
NATO Medal
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Software: Microsoft Office (2003, 2007, 2010, 2012), SharePoint, FileSharing
Operating Systems: HPUX/Sun Solaris
Microsoft Windows (95, 98, XP, Vista), Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10,
Windows Server: 2000, 2003, 2008(R2)