OBJECTIVE

Seeking a network operations, program management, analyst position in the information technology and/or telecommunications field for an industry leading consulting and technology firm.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Information Technology Officer with thirty years of experience in the United States Navy; Project Manager and Subject Matter Expert with extensive experience in Information Technology, Satellite Communications, Information Assurance, Administrative and Organizational Management, Information Systems Analysis, and Exercise Planning. Active Top Secret Security Clearance, with SCI access. 

 

LEAD Program/Project officer

 

August 2012 – May 2013

JOINT ENABLIING CAPABILITIES COMMAND, Norfolk VA

Program/Project Officer serves as the Joint Enabling Capabilities Command’s Deputy Division Chief for Communications Plans and Programs (J65). Provides communications planning, coordination, and sustainment technical support. Serves as a technical expert advisor concerning the analysis and evaluation of major administrative technical and program aspects of substantive mission-oriented programs. Leads the planning and implementation of projects, facilitate the definition of project scope, goals and deliverables define project tasks and resource requirements, develop full scale project plans, assemble and coordinate project staff and manage project budgets. Provides technical oversight of the unit IT support contract(s) and quality assurance activities.  Assesses policy needs and recommends policy and procedures governing information technology activities. Performs a variety of technical work supporting knowledge management. Develops tactics, techniques and procedures to improve knowledge and information sharing through synchronous and asynchronous collaboration, eliminating information stovepipes, and supporting the establishment and maintenance of information portal sites.  Supervises and manages information system assets associated with C4 systems and networks. Plans for the employment of state-of-the-art, real time voice and data tactical information systems. Provides budget, Life Cycle, and procurement management to the JECC for Information Technology systems and equipment support.  Maintains accuracy of J6 Directorate web-based and file-orientated information such as portal pages and document repositories.  Represents JECC interests in C4 related meetings, reviews, site surveys, assessments, operational tests/evaluations and working groups.  Has a Broad knowledge of state-of-the-art technology particularly advances in Knowledge Management and related systems.

 

Communications Officer

 

August 2011- August 2012

USS HARRY S TRUMAN CVN-75, Norfolk VA

Functions as the Communications Division Officer onboard USS HARRY S TRUMAN CVN-75. Led 35 personnel in the proper operations maintenance and management of internet protocol messaging. Spearheaded the flawless planning, installation and training of Automated Digital Networking System Increment III High Frequency Internet Protocol Sub-Net Relay. His technical acumen and foresight provided enhanced network capability and versatility while ensuring an on-time installation. Technical specialist in the operation, employment, application of techniques, equipment, systems, and procedures in surface communications planning, direction and control, and  the employment and utilization of associated facilities and installations;  organizes, supervises, and directs performance of communication personnel; assists in administration of onboard training programs, facilities; and service plans develops, and administers training programs; writes technical reports and personnel evaluation reports; develops operating budgets and monitors expenditures; provides leadership and coordinates activities of technical personnel; uses managerial information systems to perform job responsibilities.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Communication Services – Wireless Officer

                                                                                                                                                                                     

April 2009 – July 2011

Supreme Allied Commander Transformation, Norfolk VA

Functions as the Commands Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Wireless Communications. Provided subject matter expertise on communications service issues, including representation and participation in conferences, boards committees and working groups. Applies knowledge from approved concepts and guidance to the provision and implementation of service oriented architecture. Reviews and validates Type B Cost Estimates (TBCE) for NATO Security Investment Program (NSIP) funded projects within the communications services area to ensure stated Minimum Military Requirements (MMRs) are met. Initiates’ training needs analysis for planned capabilities performs configuration management and control over assigned baselines for Communication Services in accordance with the NATO CIS Configuration management Policy. Within ACT, coordinate with Operational C2 staff to rationalize and validate user requirement and business processes. Develops system and component requirement designs using views and products from the NATO architecture framework for the development of NATO Enabled Capability (NNEC) communications services. Reports discrepancies with CP projects and program of work to the Section Head. Manages, direct and oversee all wireless related work as necessary to fulfill ACT transformational goals and support to current operations.

 

Information Knowledge Manager/Development Officer (IKM)                                                                                                                                                                                                                               

July 2008 – March 2009

Supreme Allied Commander Transformation, Norfolk VA

Performs duties as the Information Knowledge Manager/Development (IKM)). Serves as the principal advisor for all Information Knowledge Management in compliance with governing directives and instructions. Duties includes, act as the focal point for all IM related matters within the division or functional area; ensure that all IM activities within their division/functional area are coherent and integrated with overall IM policies, directives, guidance and planned initiatives, maintain an IKM structure that reflects the specific needs of the division/functional area, identify IKM requirements to the IKM group.  Ensure that the implementation and use of all IM tools within the division/functional area complies with IKM direction; promote effective and efficient collection, organization, storage and dissemination of information within their division in order to enhance information sharing. Manages and maintains SharePoint portals for a command consisting of over 500 personnel with 60 portals. Maintains a database for all IM/KM system change request (CR) and ensuring all IM/KM CRs are verified and validated before inclusion into the IM/KM system.

 

Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)

 

April 2007 – June 2008

United States Navy - USNS SUPPLY (T-AOE 6), Earl Weapon Station NJ

Functioned as activity's Operations Officer /Accreditation action officer, focal point, and principal advisor for all command Information Security (INFOSEC) matters in compliance with governing directives and instructions.  Analyzed and evaluated system security technology, policy, and training requirements in support of National, DOD, and DON INFOSEC policies.  Implemented DON risk management programs.  Developed and maintained system accreditation and support documentation.  Reviewed and validated proposed system changes.  Developed information systems contingency plans.  Maintained activity INFOSEC plans.  Developed system security plans. Composed an accreditation team to construct, plan, conduct and document all phases of the Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) process, Survey Risk Assessment during a System Security Authorization Agreement (SSAA) upgrade.  Successfully achieved final accreditation for both classified and unclassified networks. Implemented an Information Assurance (IA) training program for over 150 shipboard personnel. Operations Department Head:  Responsible for ship logistics Operations led a team of 20 personnel providing logistics services in support of Combat Logistics Operations. Scheduled tracked and coordinated over 175 underway replenishment evolutions delivering 32.M gallons of fuel, 158 pallets of ammunition and 5,024 pallets of subsistence to U.S. and coalition ships in the 5ft FLEET AOR. Guided USNS SUPPLY AOE 6 through 5 straits of Hormuz transits and Arabian Gulf through despite many challenges from Iranian ships. Tracked countless administrative functions required for PCS transfer of 20 military service members.  An exceptionally gifted operational planner.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Global Information Assurance Manager (GIAM)

 

October 2004 – March 2007

Global Network Operation Center, Norfolk, VA

Responsible for the development, implementation, planning and monitoring of an effective and  Comprehensive Operational Information Assurance (IA) program for Navy Marine Corps intranet (NMCI), develops, plans and identifies IA requirements and initiates action for system improvements and deficiency correction, also  reviews plans developed by other agencies to determine interoperability requirements and develops operating procedures or revises existing procedures, when required by change in existing systems or operating environments. Ensure NMCI IA adherence to naval doctrine, policy, and contracts. Conduct periodic reviews and updates of NNOC documents pertaining to IA, as necessary to ensure mission requirements and capabilities are accurately depicted and current. Implements the NMCI IA enterprise policy. Promulgates tracks, assesses, and follows up on all NMCI IA enterprise issues. Acts as the NNSOC Liaison with Naval Network Warfare Command (NNWC) and the Global Network Operations Center (GNOC), Information System Security Manager (ISSM) and the Office of the Designated Approval Authority on all NMCI IA enterprise matters and incidents. Coordinates input from all participants then disseminates all information via email or correspondence. Collects, consolidates, and submits all IA lessons learned.  Assisted and performed Integration test of components and use Gold Disk Scanning for compliance of DOD IA Controls and conduct risk assessment to very security controls. He also performs security Test & Evaluation when required. The testing discovered several vulnerabilities and compliance issues.  Developed Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) for classified spillages on an unclassified network, placing the ownership back on the command to clean up, saving thousands of dollars in man-hours.

 

 

 

 

Automated Information Systems Officer (ADP/AIS/ISSM Officer)

 

October 2002 – September 2004

 

United States Navy - USS WASP (LHD 1), Norfolk, VA

  Managed 100% accountability of over 3000 hardware assets and 2000 Software Licenses in excess of over $1M. Expertly   Led a division of 35 personnel through the installation and operational testing of numerous information system hardware   and software upgrades. Responsible for the activity's network accreditation, the focal point, and principal advisor for all   Command Information Security (INFOSEC) matters in compliance with governing directives and instructions. Analyzed and   Evaluated system security technology, policy, and training requirements in support of National, DOD, and DON INFOSEC   Policies.  Implemented DON risk management programs.  Developed and maintained system accreditation and support   Documentation.  Reviewed and validated proposed system changes.  Developed information systems contingency plans.

Maintained activity INFOSEC plans.  Developed system security plans. Composed an accreditation team to construct,   Plan, conducts and document all phases of the Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) process, Survey Risk Assessment during a System Security Authorization Agreement (SSAA) upgrade.  Successfully achieved final accreditation for both   Classified and unclassified networks consisting of but not limited to the following systems Electronic Keying System   (EKMS), NIPRnet, SIPRnet, Routers, and IDS. And ensured they were in compliance with governing directives   and instructions.  Implemented an Information Assurance (IA) training program for over 26 Department/divisional   Information System Security Officers (ISSO) and a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) and network plan in preparation for   Squadron’s sea trials. Directed installation, maintenance and repair of automatic data processing equipment or tactical   Data systems equipment, including peripheral equipment. Determines maintenance action required. Oversees required   Maintenance history reports and maintenance program routines. Suggests program changes. Supervises acquisition of   ADP equipment. Maintains liaison with systems manufacturer representatives.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Electronic Keying Material System  (EKMS) Manager.

 

September 2001 – July 2002

 

United States Navy – USNS MOUNT BAKER  (T-AE 34)

Managed 400 lines of EKMS material items, completed EKMS assist visit, converted EKMS account from Tier II to Tier III with zero discrepancies and no Practices Dangerous to Security (PDS). Supervised 25 personnel in EKMS procedures. Technical specialist in the operation, employment and application of techniques, equipment, systems and procedures in EKMS and telecommunication systems.  Assisted in administration of onboard training programs, facilities and services.

 

 

 

                                                                      EDUCATION

BS, Bachelor of Science in Security Management, Bellevue University, Bellevue, NE

AA, Associate in Applied Science, in Management Studies, Excelsior College, Albany NY

CERTIFIED, SECURITY +

CERTIFIED FISMA Compliance Practitioner.

CERTIFIED, MICROSOFT CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL (MCP)

 

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

 

IT Management: Database Systems, Information Systems, Information Technology Direction, Information Technology Initiatives, Project, Risk, Satellite and Wideband Communications Direction, Telecommunications Systems, Training Direction, Secure Voice and Data Communications including ANDVT, KYV-5, KG-84’s and STU –III(Secure Telephone Unit Third Generation) , Comms/radio and multiplexing( SHF, UHF, HF, VHF, ADNS, DAMA). Wireless Networks, Help Desk, Security Access, Troubleshooting, End User Support, Email, Customer Service.

Software: Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, And SharePoint.

Hardware: CD Writers, Dell Computers, Ethernet Devices, Expansion Boards, Firewalls, Gateway Computers, Hard Drives, Handheld Devices, Hardware Upgrades, HP-U, Hubs, Laptops, LANs, Modems, Motherboards, Network Configurations, Network Interfaces, NIC Cards, Packard Bell, PC Hardware Configuration, Peripheral Hookups, Printers, Rack Systems, Random Access Memory (RAM), Routers, SCSI Systems, Scanners, Imaging Devices, POTS, NOW Terminals

Networking: Local Area Networks (LAN), Wide Area Networks (WAN), Intranet, Windows Servers, Client-Server, TCP/IP, LAN Administration, Network Administration, Network Architecture, Network Interface, Network Operating Systems, Network Security, Passwords, Staff Training, Documentation, SIPRNET, NIPRNET

Operating Systems: Microsoft Windows (2007, 2003, XP), UNIX

 

 

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING   Project Management Professional (PMP), Newport, News, VA Feb 2013 Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Virginia, Beach ,VA Sep 2012 Security+ Boot Camp, Virginia, Beach, VA November 2012 Microsoft SharePoint 2010, Hampton, VA, 2012 Microsoft Implementing MS Office SharePoint Server training, MS5061, Norfolk, VA, Dec 2009 Microsoft Implementing Windows SharePoint Services training, MS5060, Norfolk, VA, Dec 2009 Microsoft SharePoint Designer 2007 Boot Camp training, Norfolk, VA, Jul 2009 Microsoft SharePoint Services 3.0 Intro & Advanced for End-Users training, Norfolk, VA, May 2009 U.S. Navy Afloat Knowledge Managers Course, San Diego, CA, May 2008 U.S. Navy Information and Communication Managers Course training, Norfolk, VA, March 2007 Electronic Systems (ESI) Network + Professional, Norfolk, VA, September 2005 Electronic Systems (ESI) Security  + Professional, Norfolk, VA, May 2005 U.S. Navy DOD Information Assurance Awareness, Norfolk, VA, April 2005 U.S. Navy SANS Security Essentials, Norfolk, VA, February 2005 U.S. Navy Information System Security Manager, NEC-2779, Norfolk, VA, Mar 2003 U.S. Navy Electronic Key Management Systems Manager School(EKMS) U.S. Navy Communications System Technical Control Operator, NEC-2379     References: ·         Available upon request