Barry Mccurdy, Mssem, Cfcm, Ts-Sci Email & Phone Number

Huntsville, Al, Us

Huntsville, Alabama, United States

Serves as a Senior Acquisition Specialist performing a full range of complex pre- and post-award contracting functions including, but not limited to, acquisition strategy development, acquisition planning, procurement package input and validation, solicitation, negotiation, administration, and closeout/termination supporting the FBI’s Facilities Acquisition Unit (FAU).

Huntsville, Alabama, United States

Serves as the lead negotiator and Senior DoD Procurement Officer supporting the Missiles and Space Intelligence Center’s $740M Defensive Systems Program. Directly responsible for the negotiation, administration, and management of more than 150 highly specialized contract actions totaling $96M. Serves as a business advisor to customers on the acquisition of performance-based solutions by managing and processing contracting transactions from initiation to award and closeout as prescribed by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), DoD FAR Supplement, and Agency policies. Closely coordinates with Engineers, Program Managers, Contracting Officer Representatives, Financial Managers, and other functional area specialists on programs such as research, development, or the production of specialized equipment or systems using various contract types funded with Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDTE), Operations & Maintenance (O&M), and Procurement (PROC) dollars.

Sembach, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

Contracting Brigade Operations Manager and lead contracts planner directly responsible for organizing and executing over 95 U.S. European Command (EUCOM) U.S. Army Europe and Africa (USAREUR-AF) missions and exercises providing contract support to 15 different European partner nations. Task oriented, critical thinker, and experienced problem solver with a thorough understanding of acquisition regulations and government contracting overseas and in contingency environments. Experienced leader, supervisor, and task manager responsible for coordinating contract support with multiple countries and agencies by leading Operational Planning Teams, synchronizing logistical support, resolving complex issues, and regularly briefing senior leaders on mission requirements, contracts status, and task progression.

Monterey, California, United States

Graduate of a highly competitive DoD postgraduate school focusing on the study of Systems Engineering Management (SEM) that combined systems engineering skills with acquisition management knowledge to broaden the technical capabilities and understanding of managing and leading complex acquisition programs for DoD combat systems. Curriculum focused on learning to manage, schedule, and budget programs, as well as work with DoD suppliers through government contracts to meet program obligations.

Fort Campbell, Kentucky, United States

Warranted Procurement Officer and Contract Specialist supporting one of the Army’s largest military installations. Supervised teams of 5 to 12 Contracting Specialists and Contracting Officers to develop, execute, and administer hundreds of complex supplies, services, and construction requirements valued at more than $362M annually. Highly proficient at conducting market research, determining procurement strategies, source selections, cradle to grave contracting, and all other functions necessary for the execution of successful acquisitions in accordance with Federal, DoD, and Army Acquisition policies and regulations.

Fort Hood, Texas, United States

Served as a Squadron Intelligence & Protection Officer responsible for the supervision of 3-5 Soldiers, the development of intelligence collection plans, the production of Squadron intelligence products, and the dissemination of intelligence matters that related to the effective operation of the organization. Supervised the unit physical security program which prevented criminal and terrorist acts and collection attempts by hostile intelligence agencies.

Fort Huachuca, Arizona, United States

Attended military educational courses that focused on leading intelligence professionals at all echelons of the military organizational structure. Elective studies focused on the effective management, collection, dissemination, and administration of Signals Intelligence and the incorporation of Signals Intelligence and Electronic Warfare into Intelligence architecture.

Fort Wainwright, Alaska, United States

Executive Officer and second in command of a 56 Soldier Reconnaissance, Surveillance, Targeting, and Acquisitions Troop, consisting of a SIGINT Platoon, CBRN Platoon, TUAS Platoon, and headquarters section. Responsible for all Troop training resources of three distinct platoons with vastly different mission sets. Responsible for the combat readiness, physical fitness, welfare, morale, conduct and force protection of the headquarters section and the well-being of their families. Responsible for logistical support, maintenance, supply accountability of over $47 million worth of Troop equipment, physical security, and administration of the Troop.

Fort Wainwright, Alaska, United States

Platoon Leader of a SIGINT Platoon within a Stryker Brigade Combat Team (SBCT) prepared for rapid, world wide deployment to conduct surveillance, security, reconnaissance, and target acquisition with SIGINT capability, in support of Squadron ISR and SBCT full-spectrum operations. Responsible for the training, discipline, welfare, morale of 13 Soldiers. Responsible for providing the Brigade with real time Signal Intelligence and for maintaining three Prophet Enhanced Sensors and equipment valued at $15.5 million. Establish and maintain deployment readiness by caring for Soldiers and Families, and helping each of them achieve their full potential within a positive command climate. Train and develop subordinate leaders to be effective decision-makers, tactical and technical experts and prepare them to assume positions of increased responsibility and authority.

Fort Wainwright, Alaska, United States

Dahlonega, Georgia, United States

Ooltewah, Tennessee, United States

Fort Benning, Georgia, United States

Served in numerous leadership positions within the 75th Ranger Regiment; the Army’s premier light infantry direct-action raid force. Directly responsible for the training, discipline, safety, and morale of six Airborne Rangers capable of deploying worldwide within nine hours of notification. Gained substantial leadership, management, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills through the completion of three Special Operations Forces (SOF) deployments in Southeast Asia under stressful conditions by adapting to changing situations, dedication to duty, and teamwork.

Master Of Science - Ms, Systems Engineering Management

Bachelor Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing

Associates Business, Business Administration And Management, General