WORK EXPERIENCE

 

JOB TITLES: Telecommunications Specialist/Spectrum Manager

FROM:  01/15 TO Present

EMPLOYER'S NAME: US Department of Commerce, NTIA

ADDRESS: Washington, DC

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Mark Powell

PHONE: (202) 482-6270

 

DUTIES AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS: As a Spectrum Manager working in the Frequency Assignment Branch (FAB) at NTIA, I am responsible for reviewing frequency assignment proposals of Federal agencies to determine whether or not proposals, if approved, will result in technical conflicts with exiting frequency assignments; review assignment proposals for compliance with applicable policy, regulations and procedures, and recommend corrective action when necessary.

 

Maintain technical criteria for automated programs and data files which are used during the processing of frequency assignment applications. In addition, research and manipulate a variety of spectrum related information files through both automated and manual methods, using both computers and workstation systems. Currently hold secret clearance.

 

JOB TITLES: Telecommunications Specialist/Radio Engineer SME

FROM:  03/14 TO 01/15

EMPLOYER'S NAME: US Army Corps of Engineers

ADDRESS: Pittsburgh, PA

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Greg Formosa

PHONE: (412) 395-7538

 

DUTIES AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS: As a Telecommunication Specialist/Radio Engineer SME I handled the requests for new frequencies through the entire approval process; continuously tracked the frequencies in use and handled the renewal process (review and re-approval required every 5 or 10 years for all frequencies) utilizing Spectrum XXI and the Government Master File (GMF). Employed the Army Equipment Spectrum Certification Process Manager (Stepstone) to initiate USACE spectrum certifications, by the submission of a DD Form 1494, Application for Equipment Frequency Allocation, to the Army Spectrum Management Office (ASMO).

 

Managed the process for both radio procurement and frequency approval, including writing the technical statement, the SOW, etc. to ensure interoperability and USACE/DA/DoD/NTIA compliance. Provided the interface with the customer and ensured that trouble tickets (processed through Remedy) were resolved in a timely manner. TS clearance.

 

 

 

 

 

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JOB TITLES: Spectrum SME, Security+ Certified Professional

FROM:  03/13 TO 02/14

EMPLOYER'S NAME: Summit Technologies, Inc.

ADDRESS: Linthicum Heights, MD

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Wes Booth

PHONE: (919) 440-3080

 

DUTIES AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Served as the Radio Spectrum Manager SME (Subject Matter Expert) for DISA/DSO’s JSDR (Joint Spectrum Data Repository) Modernization project. Supported the project through an Agile formatted development process for data integration in order to provide technical input to operations of the future JSDR format (Pub 8, SSRF V3). Conducted Testing and Fielding, and evaluated existing approaches for federating data sources, both internal to the DSO and external. Provided recommendations to Developers, Information Assurance (IA) Specialist and Data Base Managers on radio-frequency (RF) spectrum-related regulations and procedures that may affect the way data is stored within the JSDR.

Specific knowledge/training and Working Groups, includes: DoD Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP), ESG PWG (Equipment Spectrum Guidance Permanent Working Groups), Stepstone, SXXIO, GEMSIS (including GEMSIS Engineering Working Group), JDAWS, EL-CID and HNSWDO. TS clearance.

 

JOB TITLES: Frequency Manager / Assist LMR Resource Manager

FROM:  08/07 TO 03/13

EMPLOYER'S NAME: Insight Technology, Inc.

ADDRESS: Washington, DC

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Bob Kealey

PHONE: (571) 227-1422

 

DUTIES AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS: As the Radio Frequency Manager I evaluated proposals for use of radio frequencies and equipment, selected frequencies to insure adherence to national regulations, and initiated proposals to use radio frequencies in response to customer requests. Conducted propagation analysis to determine radio frequency spectrum usage, coverage areas, and interference potential. Prepared briefing slides and brief higher echelon on recommendations of equipment, spectrum usage, and radios for use for new systems and conversion/upgrade of existing radio systems. Provided recommendations to DHS on new regulations and procedures that may affect the TSA mission. Responsibilities included the strategic planning, deployment management, training, project oversight, new technology upgrades and control of operations in accordance with TSA’s LMR-Telecommunications Statements of Work (SOW). In addition, as a radio frequency manager my duties included the maintaining of the frequency inventory, five reviews, frequency interference, managing licenses and coordinating frequency usage in the shared Land mobile Radio (LMR) environments based on DHS allotments, and National Telecommunication and Information Administration (NTIA) allocations rules and restrictions for submission to NTIA. Top Secret clearance.

 

JOB TITLES: Radio Frequency Management Analyst

FROM:  10/06 TO 08/07

EMPLOYER'S NAME: Paloma Systems, Inc.

ADDRESS: Washington, DC

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Steve Chapman

PHONE: (202) 741-4423

 

DUTIES AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS: As a Radio Frequency Management Analyst I was responsible for managing the overall radio frequency program for the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA's) regional offices and bureaus. Analyzed spectrum requirements received from radio communication contacts in the field. Prepared frequency assignments based on National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) allocations, rules and restrictions for submission to NTIA. Initiated and completed EPA radio frequency assignment 5-year reviews. Effected inter-agency coordination for spectrum assignments. Provided policy guidance to EPA staff on narrow banding rules set by the NTIA. Ensured EPA spectrum issues were resolved in an effective and efficient manner using methods, policy and procedures pertinent to the assignment of frequencies. Worked closely with NTIA FAB to insure EPA’S spectrum assignments were within applicable policy regulations and recommended corrective action when required. Manipulated radio frequency assignment data and performed spectrum analysis using Spectrum XXI and the GMF database. In addition to my primary duties, I was a member of the SHARES HF Interoperability Working Group, and the Federal Partnership for Interoperable Communications (FPIC). Interim Top Secret clearance.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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JOB TITLES: Communications Assistant

FROM:  11/04 TO 10/06

EMPLOYER'S NAME: Air Force Frequency Management Agency

ADDRESS: Alexandria, VA

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Karen Engle

PHONE: (703) 428-1527

 

DUTIES AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Reviewed and prepared Host Nation Coordination packets for distribution to Combatant Commands via the Spectrum Certification System (SCS), and the Host Nation Spectrum Worldwide Database (HNSWD) for the Air Force Host Nation Spectrum Coordinator. Utilized Spectrum XXI to develop spectrum statistic matrix on Temporary, Permanent, Tabled and Rejected AF frequency proposals for the Division Chief and to process spectrum assignment deletions as required. Created a spectrum National Table of Allocation reference guide for use by personnel not familiar with spectrum allocations. Re-established and maintained the AF Spectrum Management Roster which is used by all DoD spectrum agencies. Prepared correspondence, briefings, presentations, reports, and other documents from handwritten or electronic drafts associated with AF spectrum management issues using Excel, Power Point, and MS Word. Created office file plans using the Air Force Record Information Management System (AFRIMS). While working at AFFMA, received Certifications in Microsoft Access, Excel, Word and Power Point, Spectrum XXI, Database Design, (Oracle/ Programming, Management, And Technical Support). PC Configurations (I and II), Networking, (Diagnostics and Repair) and Records Management (Levels I and II). Secret clearance.

 

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EDUCATION

 

University of Maryland University College

Adelphi, MD

MAJOR: Information Assurance

DEGREE: B.S. (In Progress)  

 

Gadsden State Junior College

Gadsden, Alabama

MAJOR (S): Radio/Television Technology

DEGREE:  Associate in Applied Science          

 

Air Force Community College

Maxwell AFB, Montgomery, AL

MAJOR: Electronic Technology

 

HIGH SCHOOL: Emma Samson High

CITY/STATE/ZIP: Gadsden, AL

DEGREE:  Diploma

 

 

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

 

·   CompTIA Security+ CE Certified (Career ID: COMP001020540276)

·   DIACAP (DoD Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process)

·   SPECTRUM 21, ALION Science and Technology, Annapolis, MD

·   NTIA SPECTRUM MANAGEMENT COURSE, Washington, DC

·   HTZ Warfare Training, Largo, MD

·   FCC GENERAL RADIO TELEPHONE OPERATOR LICENSE W/RADAR ENDORSEMENT, MD (FRN 0016377467)

·   FCC AMATEUR RADIO LICENSE (EXTRA), VA  (FRN 0016377467)

·   COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY TECHNICIAN, ETA

·   GLOBAL BROADCASTING SYSTEM, Shaw AFB, SC

·   NFBAA, Birmingham, AL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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AFFILIATIONS

 

·   EQUIPMENT SPECTRUM GUIDANCE PERMANENT WORKING GROUP (ESG PWG)

·   GEMSIS ENGINEERING WORKING GROUP

·   SHARES HF INTEROPERALBILITY WORKING GROUP

·   AARL AMATEUR RADIO (The National Association).

·   GREEN MOUNTAIN REPEATER ASSCOCIATION, VA

·   THE AMERICAN LEGION

 

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

 

·   Alabama Air National Guard (Retired) / Satellite, Microwave, and Multichannel maintenance and repair (18 years retired). SATCOM Wideband Planning, Logistic, and Engineering Specialist, during one year of active duty, Post 9/11 (Noble Eagle and Enduring Freedom). Provided Logistical planning, procurement and shipping of deliverables to global sites (LMST-AN/TSC-152A, INMARSAT, and GLOBAL BROADCAST SYSTEM-GBS). Created and produced operational technical flowcharts and equipment status reports for use by higher echelon Air Force operations centers. Maintained statistical databases on personnel and equipment movements, equipment, data rates and types of circuits operating in theatre. The databases where used to de-conflict statuses, clarify inconsistencies, and provide reports to the Flag Officer level. Secret Security Clearance.

 

·   US Air Force / Non-commissioned Officer Academy.

 

·   US Army / Microwave, UHF, HF and Multichannel maintenance and repair (3 years).

 

·   Commercial Radio Station (AM) / Chief Broadcast Engineer responsible for technical engineering services.  Repaired and maintained studio and remote transmitter broadcast equipment (Harris and Collins Transmitter and studio equipment).  Insured station adherence to FCC technical equipment and operation standards (CFR-47- Part 73, RADIO BROADCAST SERVICES) by developing and implementing policy and procedures to maintain station integrity.  Provided technical expertise and consultant to station announcers, managers, and owners (7 years).

 

Personal and professional references available upon request.