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Computer Networking, CyberSecurity, CyberForensics. MSc, CEH, CISSP
Andrew S.

4.9 (240 ratings)

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My career in the Information Technology field spans 30 years, the past 12 years of which have been spent as a Cybersecurity practitioner. My educational background includes a Master of Science degree in Cybersecurity from Utica College, reinforcing my practical knowledge with a strong academic foundation. Additionally, I've acquired several esteemed certifications, including A+, Security+, Project+, CEH, CISSP, ISO27001 Certified ISMS Lead Auditor (CIS LA) and CCSK which validate my command...

My career in the Information Technology field spans 30 years, the past 12 years of which have been spent as a Cybersecurity practitioner. My educational background includes a Master of Science degree in Cybersecurity from Utica College, reinforcing my practical knowledge with a strong academic foundation. Additionally, I've acquired several esteemed certifications, including A+, Security+, Project+, CEH, CISSP, ISO27001 Certified ISMS Lead Auditor (CIS LA) and CCSK which validate my command over IT concepts and cybersecurity principles. Throughout my career, I've dedicated significant time to helping students like you prepare for certification examinations, equipping them with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the competitive IT landscape. My teaching methods are tailored to your unique learning style and goals, ensuring a personalized and effective educational experience.

I've had the privilege of teaching a diverse range of students, both in one-on-one settings and in classroom environments. My experience spans students of various ages and backgrounds, and I take pride in adapting my approach to suit each individual's needs.

Whether you're seeking a well-rounded IT education or specialized guidance in Cybersecurity, I'm here to support you. As a Cybersecurity specialist with a strong generalist background, I offer a holistic approach to IT education. Together, we can explore a wide array of topics, arming you with the skills necessary for success in your chosen field. Let's embark on this educational journey together, and I'm confident we'll unlock your full potential in the world of IT and Cybersecurity.

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Education

SUNY Empire State University
Information Systems
Utica University
Masters

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Career Development

Career Development

I've been tutoring and teaching IT Security students for the past several years and provide career development advice for the IT Security field. I have 30 years of IT experience, the past 12 of which has been working in IT Security specific roles. I hold a Masters Degree in Cybersecurity and the CISSP certification.
Computer Science

Computer Science

Positions I have held include MIS Manager, Advisory IT Specialist, IT Consultant, Chief Technology Officer, Senior Information Security Analyst and Information Technology Security Manager.
Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity

I hold an MS in Cybersecutity from Utica University specializing in Cyber Operations. I hold the CISSP, CEH and Security+, CCSK and ISO 27001 lead auditor certifications. I currently work as head of IT Security for a large company in NY where I design, deploy and manage their security infrastructure.
DOS

DOS

I have been working in the IT field for approximately 30 years and taught a course in DOS many years ago. DOS was the first operating system I used and I am proficient with it and it's associated utilities.
General Computer

General Computer

Positions I have held include MIS Manager, Advisory IT Specialist, IT Consultant, Chief Technology Officer, Senior Information Security Analyst and Information Technology Security Manager.
Information Technology

Information Technology

I have worked in the IT field for the past 32 year. During that time I have managed 2 IT Departments, one for a City in California and another for a manufacturing company in NY. I worked for IBM for 7 years, working on large technology implementation projects for large corporations. I have the CISSP, CEH, Security+, A+, Azure Fundamentals, ITIL Foundation and CCSK certifications as well as a BS in Information Technology and an MS in Cybersecurity.
Linux

Linux

I've worked in several environments supporting CentOS Linux systems and Linux based including firewalls and proxies. I currently support an environment with several production Linux appliances.
Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Windows

I have been using Windows since it was first introduced in its earliest versions both on a personal and professional (supporting users and servers running it) level.
Networking (Computer)

Networking (Computer)

I've worked in the IT field in support roles within large organization installing and supporting network infrastructure as well as taught networking technology and Network + courses.
SQL

SQL

Positions I have held include several consulting roles including work as an ERP consultant and the CTO of a manufacturing company where I performed DBMS installs and performed DBA tasks for SQL and Oracle based databases.

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I highly recommend Andrew for your IT/Security needs!

Andrew S. is a thoughtful, experienced, and keen educator. He is proficient enough to answer most any question some one might have about IT or security. He provides explanation past your initial query to ensure that you leave the lesson with a little more mastery than you expected to sit down and receive. Andrew has a high and low level command of the subject matter and will help you understand in turn. I highly recommend Andrew for your IT/Security needs.

James, 7 lessons with Andrew

Knowledgeable and Patient Tutor

Andrew helped me reach my goals with obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity! When I needed his assistance, opinion or help he always made himself available. I didn’t always give him a lot of notice but he always accommodated me quickly and was very flexible. When I messaged him, he always responded very quickly. Andrew was very professional and I highly recommend him! I truely appreciate him and the assistance he provided me.

Jacob, 35 lessons with Andrew

Great session

Andrew was very helpful during the session and found the resources I needed. He is also very flexible and understanding of personal situations that can impact attendance. Thank you, Andrew!

Lolo, 2 lessons with Andrew

Great Tutor!

He saved me so much time working on an assignment that he helped me do in 1 hour that it would take me 2 days

Daniel, 4 lessons with Andrew

Fantastic tutor

Very knowledgeable and willing to help. Very friendly and customer focused. He took a substantial amount of time with me understanding my needs. Would highly recommend

Bagley, 3 lessons with Andrew

Knows the Virtual Environment

Helped me quickly resolve my Activity Directory and Windows 10 install issues! I would recommend Andrew to anyone needing help with Windows client sever assignments

Jennifer , 1 lesson with Andrew

Knowledgeable and effective

Andrew helped me immediately with a particular topic and was flexible with rescheduling me because I got my days mixed up I was going to meet with him and missed my first section with him but it was great and accommodating me most importantly providing me with assistance I needed and I'm certainly planning on future sessions with him.

Greg, 13 lessons with Andrew

Very informative!

Andrew helped walk me through some of the certifications that would be helpful in my career. We also discussed the job description for a position I am interviewing for. He gave me some helpful tips. I would definitely recommend Andrew to anyone who wants to learn more about cybersecurity!

Margaret, 1 lesson with Andrew

Security+ tutoring

Andrew was a great help when it came to passing my Security+ exam. He broke down the concepts in a way that was easy to understand and was able to provide lots of links where additional information could be found for difficult topics. I would highly recommend Andrew if you are looking to take the Security+ exam.

Jonathan, 10 lessons with Andrew
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