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Experienced IT Manager with active Top Secret security clearance trained in leading diverse teams to accomplish all aspects of IT projects. Excellent supervisory, training, and coaching skills. Effective communicator, focused on business goals, calm and optimistic.
Military Experiences
Jun 2011 - Jan 2014
Communications Directorate
Managed and coordinated the security, stability, and growth of the network across a campus of more than 30 buildings supporting a throughput of more than 7,000 students annually. Maintained and managed two data centers and supervised the support and operation of more than 1300 computers.
Aug 2007 - May 2011
Information Assurance Officer
Oversaw all IT projects for the Division Headquarters, 4 Regiments and 26 Battalions supporting more than 20,000 personnel. Served as the Information Assurance Officer to ensure compliance with DoD regulations.
• Reviewed and approved DoD Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP)
• Data Officer in Iraq for Camp Ramadi and led the network expansion to support more than 9,000 users
• Planned the required IT personnel and equipment to establish Marine forces in the Kingdom of Bahrain
• Led the purchase and distribution of servers totaling more than $4.2 million
Jan 2004 - Jan 2007
Information Systems Chief
Maintained a large network to support multiple Instructor-level courses and critical pre-deployment training courses.
• Managed networks including Domain Controllers, Web Servers, File Share, and Print
• Implemented a Media Site server to broadcast and record instructor presentations
• Configured and installed more than 110 classified computers
• Was part of the initial standup and support for the Desert Talon course to prepare Units for OIF/OEF
o Educated augment personnel on proper techniques for hardware and software support
Dec 2000 - Nov 2003
Data Chief
Deployed to various locations to install, operate, and maintain networks in tactical environments
• In short notice, led the Data team for a Naval Construction Task Group in support of Operation Enduring Freedom establishing two networks supporting Navy and Marine personnel
• Lead operator for AN/TSQ-222 supporting 14 remote connections with Promina 400
o Provided critical training on new system to dozens of Marines
• Responsible for embarkation and redeployment of all IT equipment to provide data services
• Participated in key exercises in Japan, South Korea, Australia, and Thailand
Deployments
(1 year, 1 month)Jul 2008 - Feb 2009
Mar 2002 - Jul 2002
Military Credentials
Professional Development Schools
Certifications
Security Clearance
Top Secret/SCI or higher
Academic Degrees
Academic Degrees
2009 - 2011
Kaplan University