Education
- 2021 - 2024
Doctor of Information Technology
Cyber Security - 2020 - 2020
Master of Arts
Organizational Leadership - 2019 - 2020
Master of Business Administration
MBA - 2010 - 2012
Master of Science
Information Technology
Experience
US ARMY
Manager of Cyber Operations, Information Assurance, Network Operations 2018 – 2019In this role, I exceled in a dual managerial role with ownership of Information Assurance/Network Operations and 50+ staff and multimillion-dollar budgets. I effectively allocate resources, manage key projects, and direct staff as a senior leader and mentor. Moreover, I oversee enterprise architecture and configuration/operations/maintenance for networks supporting over 1,000 users. I lead the integration, tracking, and monitoring of mission command systems, tactical networks, and combat radio programs.
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Management Information Systems Manager 2014 - 2017In this role, I was specially selected as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and strategist for Information Systems pertaining to over 3k staff; managed 40+ staff. I served as a key advisor in Computer IS Policy in charge of system communications, security, internet and email usage, access controls, and incident response. I managed the installation and maintenance of hardware, developed Information Assurance procedures for computers and networks, and oversaw user services and departmental resources. I ensured site accreditation and prepared departmental plans, needs assessment, timelines, schedules, and milestones. I also developed successful system compliance for over 3k users with security and internet policies. I designed and implemented CPU Lifecycle Program and increased annual automation capacity with over $90k in computers and associated hardware.
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IT Director 2012 - 2014Here, I directed all aspects of daily operations with 60+ staff and $11M+ in property, including performance management, voice and data network management, and collaboration with field offices in mobile device and user access. I also significantly improved training performance of staff as a key Project Manager through requisition of new equipment.
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Deputy Director/ Operations Manager 2008 - 2012In this role, I improved site security and efficiency as a Project Manager in charge of $5M in initiatives and $16M in end-of-life equipment. I oversaw network communications availability throughout six disparate locations, including safety, administration, logistics, staff training, and system maintenance.
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Course Instructor 2006 - 2008Description of Position Duties/ Responsibilities: Supervised and trained 480 Entry-level employees per year. •Adviser to upper management regarding organizational training. •Provided tactical and technical guidance to personnel. •Observed, analyzed, and Evaluated the suitability of employees for continued enrollment. •Responsible for the maintenance and accountability of department equipment valued at $250,000. •Managed administrative paperwork and personnel files of 480 employees annually. •Developed and led training classes in Security risks of unclassified mobile devices, Social -Networking Training, Personally Identifiable Information Training, Cyber Security Practices.
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Logistics Manager 2002 - 2006Supervised and performed duties involving request, receipt, storage, issue, accountability, destruction, turn-in, and preservation of supplies and equipment related to Information Security & Cybersecurity associated with the CPU Lifecycle Program. Maintained accountability of property valued at over $45,000,000.
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Operations Team Leader 1998 - 2002Supervised and trained three Entry Level employees. Developed and led training classes in Security risks of unclassified mobile devices, Social -Networking Training, Personally Identifiable Information Training, Cyber Security Practices.