Shane Trimbur

Experience

• 2023 - Present

  Data Systems Engineering Officer -- Information Systems Security Engineer @ 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing

  MCAS Miramar - On site

  Summary:

  • Leading enterprise cloud adoption and data fusion initiatives for MARFORPAC and 3rd MAW.

  Responsibilities:

  • Implementing experimental multi-cloud architecture through the Joint Warfighting Cloud Capability program
  • Integrating Naval Research Labs with partner agencies for real-time environmental intelligence sharing

  Achievements:

  • Faced with outdated and siloed systems that hindered data driven mission planning, I spearheaded an enterprise cloud adoption initiative impacting MARFORPAC and 3rd MAW. By implementing a cutting-edge multi-cloud architecture through the Joint Warfighting Cloud Capability program, I enhanced DoD mission capabilities.

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  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Azure
  • Python
  • Powershell
  • MCCAST
  • Data Fusion
• 2022 - 2023

  Data Systems Engineering Officer -- Information Systems Security Engineer @ Marine Wing Communications Squadron 38

  MCAS Miramar - On site

  Summary:

  • Led award-winning JADC2 transformation initiative and tactical infrastructure modernization.

  Responsibilities:

  • Lead systems engineering and transformation initiatives for JADC2 implementation
  • Oversee tactical infrastructure modernization for joint force operations
  • Direct integration of advanced network systems and emerging technologies
  • Manage cross-functional teams and coordinate with multiple stakeholders

  Achievements:

  • Led systems engineering activities toward award-winning JADC2 transformation initiative that earned both the 2022 Shea Award and DON IT Excellence Award
  • Modernized tactical infrastructure supporting 20,000+ joint force personnel, implementing resilient architecture
  • Supervised integration of advanced network systems during Project Convergence, significantly reducing sensor-to-shooter timelines

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  • Pipeline Development
  • Idea Advocacy
  • Mission Alignment
  • Python
  • ACAS
  • Unified Communications
  • VMWare
  • HCI
  • Bash
  • Powershell
• 2019 - 2022

  Communications Directorate Lead @ Marine Corps Communications-Electronics School

  MCAGCC, Twentynine Palms - On site

  Summary:

  • Led IT portfolio management, IT personnel development, and educational technology transformation initiatives.

  Responsibilities:

  • Oversee comprehensive IT portfolio and compliance programs, aligning technical initiatives with mission objectives.
  • Lead cross-functional teams of military, civilian, and contractor personnel, ensuring seamless collaboration and execution of strategic initiatives.
  • Implement large-scale infrastructure improvements to enhance cybersecurity, connectivity, and operational efficiency.

  Achievements:

  • Aging IT infrastructure and compliance gaps threatened training requirements needed for Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) certification. I directed a $9M+ portfolio modernization program that achieved and maintained 100% NIST/CNSS compliance while upgrading critical systems.
  • Contracting and installation of comprehensive Campus WiFi and network infrastructure was a complex undertaking that required coordinated leadership across diverse teams. I led and mentored an integrated team of 10 Marines, 3 senior GS employees, and 3 contractors, resulting in improved cross-functional collaboration and technical delivery. I also coordinated all aspects of the project, including design, installation, and integration of the new infrastructure.
  • Inconsistent and rigidly defined performance standards hindered team development and mission execution. I designed and implemented a comprehensive performance management system that standardized evaluations and enhanced professional development for both civilian and military personnel.

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  • IT Portfolio Management
  • Team Leadership
  • NIST Compliance
  • Educational Technology
  • Infrastructure Modernization
  • ITIL
  • 802.1X
  • WiFi 6/802.11ax
  • WPA3 Enterprise
  • Cisco Meraki
  • DCPDS
  • TWMS
  • FAR Compliance
  • Quality Step Increase Processing
  • Position Description Development
  • Performance Improvement Plan Development
  • Davis-Bacon Act
  • Douglas Factors Administration
  • OSHA Standards
  • Federal Contracting
  • DoD Infrastructure Procurement
• 2017 - 2019

  Information Systems Security Manager @ Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force Crisis Response-Central Command

  Kuwait, Bahrain, Iraq - On site

  Summary:

  • Led multi-site cybersecurity operations in forward-deployed environments, collaborating with intelligence stakeholders to develop security policies and manage incident responses, ensuring the protection of Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) and safeguarding mission-critical data and personnel.

  Responsibilities:

  • Manage cybersecurity operations across multiple forward operating bases, ensuring continuous protection of mission-critical assets.
  • Develop and enforce cybersecurity policies to maintain compliance and operational security standards.
  • Implement and maintain advanced security systems to detect, mitigate, and respond to cyber threats.
  • Lead incident response efforts for security breaches and classified data spillages, minimizing operational risks and ensuring rapid containment.

  Achievements:

  • As the principal action officer for security incidents, I led the response to frequent data spillages and security breaches threatening our mission-critical information. I coordinated comprehensive investigations with local system administrators and network contractors, meticulously documenting findings to satisfy reporting requirements across MARCENT, CENTCOM, and Headquarters Marine Corps. Recognizing the need for a proactive approach, I authored and implemented enhanced security policies that maintained tactical flexibility while ensuring robust data protection. This strategic intervention eliminated all further security incidents for the duration of my deployment, safeguarding operational integrity in a high-stakes environment.
  • Hostile environments and distributed operations posed critical security risks. I directed complex multi-site cybersecurity operations across three countries, achieving zero security compromises throughout deployment.
  • Advanced persistent threats required enhanced detection capabilities. I engineered and implemented sophisticated threat detection systems and data loss prevention tools, resulting in 100% threat identification and mitigation.

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  • Cybersecurity Operations
  • Threat Detection
  • Data Loss Prevention
  • Security Architecture
  • Multi-site Operations
  • Forward-Deployed Systems
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Incident Response
  • Policy Development
  • McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator (ePO)
  • Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)
  • Sysmon
  • Process Monitor (Procmon)
• 2015 - 2017

  Information Systems Security Officer @ 1st Marine Logistics Group

  Camp Pendleton, CA - On site

  Summary:

  • Led cybersecurity operations and network security initiatives in collaboration with key defense partners.

  Responsibilities:

  • Lead joint cybersecurity operations with Navy partners
  • Implement and manage advanced network monitoring systems
  • Evaluate and deploy cutting-edge security analytics solutions

  Achievements:

  • Limited network visibility hampered threat detection capabilities. I coordinated with USN Cyber Protection Team to implement Security Onion suite, dramatically enhancing network monitoring effectiveness.
  • Complex network traffic patterns obscured potential threats. I deployed Zeek for sophisticated deep packet inspection, enabling real-time threat detection and significantly improving security posture.
  • Traditional security tools struggled with emerging threats. I partnered with Johns Hopkins APL to evaluate and implement advanced network behavior analytics, revolutionizing our anomaly detection capabilities.

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  • Security Onion
  • Zeek/Bro IDS
  • Network Security Monitoring
  • Deep Packet Inspection
  • Threat Detection
  • Network Behavior Analytics
  • Joint Operations
  • Research Collaboration
• 2012 - 2015

  Cybersecurity Instruction & Curriculum Development @ Marine Corps Communications-Electronics School

  Twentynine Palms, CA - On site

  Summary:

  • Delivered over 1,200 hours of technical instruction to military personnel, honing expertise in public speaking and adapting complex concepts to diverse audiences.

  Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain cybersecurity curriculum
  • Provide technical instruction in enterprise security
  • Create and implement training evaluation frameworks

  Achievements:

  • Faced with an outdated curriculum that failed to address emerging cyber threats, I was tasked with overhauling the training program. I Developed a comprehensive, DoD-aligned cybersecurity curriculum integrating emerging threats and modern defense strategies. This enhanced training effectiveness and improved cyber workforce production.
  • With 200+ students needing advanced skills in cybersecurity, I was responsible for elevating their technical proficiency. I delivered in-depth instruction on enterprise security tools, vulnerability management, and network defense. These efforts significantly increased student competency and preparedness for real-world challenges.
  • Recognizing that rapid cyber threat evolution rendered training materials obsolete, I was assigned to ensure curriculum modernization. I chaired course content review boards to systematically update and align materials with current cyber threats. This maintained curriculum relevance and boosted overall training efficacy.

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  • Curriculum Development
  • Technical Instruction
  • DoD Security Requirements
  • Enterprise Security Tools
  • Vulnerability Management
  • Network Defense
  • Training Evaluation
  • Instructional Design
• 2009 - 2012

  Information Systems Coordinator | Webmaster | Mobile Device Mgmt. @ 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment

  Pasadena, CA - On site

  Summary:

  • Led international communications coordination and infrastructure management.

  Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate multinational communications operations
  • Manage enterprise infrastructure portfolio
  • Lead NATO communications initiatives

  Achievements:

  • During the UNITAS multinational exercise, I encountered severe communication barriers threatening coordinated operations across 9 partner nations. Tasked with enabling seamless C2 integration, I methodically analyzed each system's compatibility issues and developed a comprehensive integration framework. By systematically implementing cross-platform solutions and establishing standardized protocols, I transformed the previously fragmented systems into a cohesive network. This integration enabled flawless coordination throughout complex amphibious operations, significantly enhancing multinational interoperability and establishing a new standard for future joint exercises.
  • When confronted with critical NATO communication vulnerabilities in Estonia during BALTOPS preparations, I recognized the urgent need for a robust infrastructure to support allied operations. I conducted a thorough assessment of existing tactical systems and identified key integration points to create a unified communication network. Through careful implementation of compatibility solutions and redundant pathways, I converted these disconnected systems into a seamless communication infrastructure. The resulting network eliminated previous vulnerabilities and ensured uninterrupted multinational coordination throughout the exercise, strengthening NATO's operational capabilities in this strategically significant region.
  • Upon inheriting a troubled $1.5M enterprise infrastructure portfolio supporting global military exercises, I discovered numerous critical vulnerabilities threatening mission success. I immediately initiated a comprehensive risk assessment to identify failure points and developed a strategic revitalization plan. By implementing systematic maintenance protocols, building in redundancy systems, and training support personnel, I transformed the reliability of these essential systems. My proactive approach eliminated all previous failure patterns and achieved zero mission-critical outages across operations worldwide, ensuring continuous support for vital military exercises and protecting this significant organizational investment.

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  • International Communications
  • Infrastructure Management
  • Mobile Device Management
  • C2 Systems
  • NATO Operations
  • Portfolio Management
• 2005 - 2009

  Tactical Data Systems Administrator @ 2nd Marine Division

  Camp Lejeune, NC - On site

  Summary:

  • Managed mission-critical systems and communications infrastructure.

  Responsibilities:

  • Maintain mission-critical systems
  • Engineer communications architecture
  • Supervise installation, operation, and maintenance of Battalion Operations Centers

  Achievements:

  • Faced with maintenance, equipment shortfalls, and reliability challenges in the Combat Operations Centers throughout the division, I integrated and maintained 8+ mission-critical systems, achieving a 99.9% uptime and ensuring dependable operational performance.
  • Confronted with communication gaps during large-scale MEF-level exercises, I engineered a resilient enterprise communications architecture that seamlessly supported thousands of personnel.
  • When high-tempo environments threatened operational continuity, I supervised and coordinated multiple Battalion Operations Centers, ensuring uninterrupted command and control during critical missions.

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  • Tactical Data Systems
  • Enterprise Communications
  • System Integration
  • Infrastructure Management
  • Operations Center Management
  • High Availability Systems