SUMMARY: Sr. Systems Engineer with over 17 years experience; providing network and computer systems administration and IT hardware support on US Forces Tactical Combat Computer Systems. With focused emphasis on providing Domain Services for Windows servers, in a 2008 R2, 2012 server environments including WSUS, and Active Directory client services DNS, DHCP, Exchange, Application, Backups, Windows registry, VBScripting and storage solutions. Network administration routing and switching and Cisco ISE support.  Specialized in C4I/COP systems, by the monitoring and controlling of C4 networks, developing, implementing, and documenting system software utilities, scripts, and macros.  Supported IT operations to manage, operate and streamline US Forces C4 systems and the administration of software/servers/accounts.  Proven leadership skills include ability to lead and motivate co-workers from all backgrounds, thoroughly trained to apply attention to detail, and problem solving work style, decisive and confident decision-making, in developing effective client relations by providing superior customer service and satisfaction.

SECURITY CLEARANCE:                                                                                                                                                                              Active Top Secret/ SSBI, Periodic Reinvestigation (PR-SSBI), Apr 2012

EDUCATION:

Pursuing a Bachelor of Science, Information Systems Management, Arizona State University, anticipated receipt of degree is 2015/16.

CERTIFICATIONS: (Compliant with DoD Directive 8570.1M IAT Level I & II).

Cisco – Routing and Switching - CCNA (CSCO12568170)

Cisco ISE course Cisco ISE - Implementing Cisco Identity Service Engine Secure Solutions v1.0

VMware - VMware Certified Associate - DCV510 (2463051-919B-42AE07E6A235)

MCSA/MCP: 70-410 - Windows Server 2012 R2 (Cert # E550-2853)

ITIL V3 Foundation (APR 2012)

Security+ CE Certification, CompTia; ID: COMP001009178310, 2009

DISA HBSS 3.0, 4.0/4.5(Host Based Security System) 2010

GSEC 401 (Cyber Defense Security Boot camp), SANS, 2008 

DSCE (Dell System Certified Engineer); Dell: 2008

A+ Course, CompTia (2004)

UNIX Administrator course (2004)

Position: Sr. Systems Engineer   June 2012 to Present

General Dynamics, U.S. Army, Europe OPM

Germersheim, Germany

Provides IT support supporting systems installation, integration, maintenance of the Installation Access Control System (IACS) at all USAGs (US Army Garrisons in Europe.  Providing network and systems administration support for all system technical issues.  Conducts and completes all system builds, white papers, system diagnostics, hardware and telecommunications problems, research, designs prior to deploying new systems.  Actively monitors systems performance, and diagnoses software anomalies.  Performs patch maintenance and STIG compliance to ensure ATO’s are met and configuration management goals are achieved.  Responsible for the installation, configuration and management of Windows IACS systems, Cisco routers and switches, and wireless Cisco devices used in accordance with IACS system needs.  Provides user and OU administration for 2008 Active Directory, and supports the team as the Information Management Officer.  Creates and maintains all system support standard operating procedures, user manuals, and white papers related to the IACS support system.  Other responsibilities include internal office server and network engineering support, TCP/IP, switches, routers, WI-FI modems, and other telecommunications protocols, hardware, software.  

Position: Sr. Systems EngineerMay 2011 to June 2012

General Dynamics, U.S. Army, Europe 170IBCT

Balmholder, Germany/Afghanistan

Provided system enterprise support for the 170 Infantry Brigade Combat Team in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.  Duties included providing enterprise system and network services to over 7,000 customers.  Responsible for the installation configuration and management of Windows Server 2003 and 2008 Active Directory, SharePoint 2007, SQL 2005, Exchange 2007, VMware ESXi, WSUS, client OS build, rollout, and backup technologies.  Provided system support in all aspects of server administration and management, including implementation, performance monitoring, tuning, active directory, and security.  Other responsibilities included LAN baseline standardization and host based system security and network hardening. Provided tier-2 help desk support to end users, and assisted the creation of standard operating procedure drafts.

Position: Windows Systems/Network Administrator                                          Apr 2009 to May 2011

Unisys, U.S. Army Europe G4

Heidelberg, Germany

Provided network and systems administration on 40 Windows servers, and network support for the Radio Frequency Television (RF-ITV).  Configured, maintained, and updated production servers, local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN) configurations and protocols to include Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), Point to Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP), and Virtual Private Network (VPN), as well as expertise in configuration requirements for firewalls for US Army Europe (USAREUR), and CONUS on Windows/Unix based systems. Monitored network that tracks the movement of US Army supplies through the BCS3 (LOGCOP), and GCCS-J, in support of U.S.-led Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation Enduring Freedom.   Planned and integrated/installed/maintained, Host based Security System (HBSS) 3.5/4.5 platforms on all servers that monitors, detects and reacts to all threats.  Created install and troubleshooting guides for HBSS client and server installs, as well as best practice worksheets.  Ensured that all windows server administrators were directed to documentation for the correct procedures to install, and operate the McAfee HBSS systems.  Ensured all HBSS Antivirus services were installed, and monitored, and all IAVA Windows update services are completed monthly.

Position: Information C4I Field Support Applications EngineerApr 2008 to Apr 2009

General Atomics, U.S. Forces OIF/OEF

San Diego, CA/Iraq

Provided comprehensive analysis and systems administration support for C4I systems and services for operations and training in support of the Counter-Improvised Explosive Device (C-IED) fight in Operation Iraqi Freedom.  Domain administrator in Windows server 2003 environment ensuring data integrity and managing a Storage Area Networks (SAN), for 15 servers holding 28 drives, four disk arrays with four terabytes of disk space. Provided support as Chief Information Assurance Manager and Information Security Assurance Officer, conducting duties and responsibilities for all IA management for the contracting cell.

Position: C4I Systems Mgr/Lead Administrator Jul 2006 to Apr 2008

Raytheon/Intecon - Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF); Multinational Force – Iraq (MNF-I), Strategic Operations Center (SOC), U.S. Army

International Zone (IZ), Baghdad, Iraq, APO AE 09316

Managed eight highly skilled Computer and Network, Security Professionals providing helpdesk support for the high-stress, fast- paced global war on terrorism.; Identified and resolved network and Level-One user problems. Established and maintained Microsoft exchange accounts, and associated computer hardware and software. Communicated solutions and administered training to each of the Security Operations Control’s (COC) end-users.  Administered COP applications such as Blue Force Tracker, C2PC, Falconview, JADOCS, TacView, ADSI, for direct correlation between UAV’s and MIRC chat, along with Joint Battlespace Viewer to provide situational awareness and track all critical incidents against coalition forces, civilians and infrastructure assets within Iraq.  Worked in direct coordination with COC Watch Officers and Battle Majors in order to coach and mentor all US/AUS Joint Commands on Command and Control system operations.

Position: C4I Systems Trainer/ Software AnalystOct 2005 – Jul 2006, Jul 2007 – Oct 2007

Northrop Grumman

Defense Missions Systems, San Diego, CA

Integrated various Joint DoD C4I systems network topology, and created analyzed and interpreted C2PC (Command and Control PC) / C2CE (Command and Control Compact Edition) systems requirements, developed and executed pre-test integration reports, and formal test procedures to verify and validate software requirements, and conducted formal user acceptance testing.  Created and was put in charge of C2PC training, and the building all training plans, and curriculum for students in DoD, and entry level systems engineers new to the San Diego C2PC team.

Position: BCS3/JDLM Military Analyst Aug 2005 to Oct 2005

Tapestry Solutions

San Diego, CA

Provided system and process analysis of complex problems, conducted operations research, computer modeling, computer simulation analysis and design. Supported the command staff in analyzing contingency plans and modeling them using Joint Deployment Logistics Model (JDLM.)  Reviewed plans, gathered staff planning estimates, and created JDLM scenarios used to demonstrate the plans or conduct course of action analysis.  Conducted test analysis of JDLM, Vision XXI, GTN, MSC, SMS, GDSS, USAREUR ITV web page, JCATS, C4I & C2 systems and other US Military Computer systems, models and planning tools.

Position: US Army Staff Sergeant / System Administrator Jan 2000 – Jul 2005

U.S. Army, HQ V Corps, G3

Heidelberg, Germany

Provided Command and Control system administration of Global Command and Control (GCCS-A) and Command and Control Personal Computer (C2PC), and all other C2 systems integration. Built and managed local area network for 400+ users on SIPRNET topology machines for use with C2PC.  Managed software changes and installed software updates.  Integrated the V Corps Maneuver COP/C2PC with multiple C4I injects.  Served as the USAREUR/V CORPS Subject Matter Expert for the integration and training for C2IS, additionally, developed course related documentation such as course outlines, job sheets, and software quick reference guides.  Secondary position was NCOIC Information Management Officer for a Corps level unit of 2,000 soldiers, duties included desktop maintenance, VTC support, and printer support.

Skills Summary