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Afloat Training Group Pacific Northwest - Everett, Washington, United States

• Tomahawk Trainer and Assessor• Led a directorate of 43 personnel focused on the training and certification of 10 warfare areas for 8 Destroyers and 2 Cruisers in the Pacific Northwest Region.• Established the Afloat Trainer of the Year program for the command, enabling an official avenue to recognize the outstanding performance of individuals.• Provided training for personnel toward their qualifications as an Afloat Training Specialist and Master Training Specialist.

Uss Paul Ignatius (Ddg 117) - Jacksonville, Florida, United States

• Waterfront Training Coordinator• Led a department of 86 personnel throughout the process of pre-commissioning a Naval vessel. Responsibilities included the development of multiple programs focused on the certification and maintenance of shipboard Weapon Systems.• Coordinated shipboard training opportunities for 185 personnel across 3 commands, contributing to their technical and professional development.• Developed and implemented the command’s Sailor 360 program designed to… Show more • Waterfront Training Coordinator• Led a department of 86 personnel throughout the process of pre-commissioning a Naval vessel. Responsibilities included the development of multiple programs focused on the certification and maintenance of shipboard Weapon Systems.• Coordinated shipboard training opportunities for 185 personnel across 3 commands, contributing to their technical and professional development.• Developed and implemented the command’s Sailor 360 program designed to provide 316 personnel with tools and techniques to develop their leadership abilities. Show less

Afloat Training Group Norfolk - Norfolk, Virginia, United States

• Strike Warfare Mission Area Functional Lead• Led a team of 22 subject matter experts in the execution of 1,500 hours of training throughout 72 training, assessment, and certification events.• Directly responsible for the development of 140 Sailors in successful employment of the Tomahawk and Harpoon Weapon Systems enabling the Cruise Missile Tactical Qualification for 33 Atlantic Fleet Surface Ships• Led the review of 9 warfare governing documents and manuals, identifying and… Show more • Strike Warfare Mission Area Functional Lead• Led a team of 22 subject matter experts in the execution of 1,500 hours of training throughout 72 training, assessment, and certification events.• Directly responsible for the development of 140 Sailors in successful employment of the Tomahawk and Harpoon Weapon Systems enabling the Cruise Missile Tactical Qualification for 33 Atlantic Fleet Surface Ships• Led the review of 9 warfare governing documents and manuals, identifying and implementing 44 crucial updates increasing the Strike Warfare capability of the United States Navy.• Oversaw the installation of systems and Information Assurance Vulnerability Updates for the Mission Distribution Systems, Tomahawk Communication Interface Processors, and Tomahawk Command and Control Suite Enterprise Database Server. Show less

Uss Mahan (Ddg 72) - Norfolk, Virginia, United States

• Surface Warfare Coordinator• Anti-Terrorism Watch Officer• Led a division of 12 personnel through systems maintenance, operation, and the execution of 89 Tomahawk exercises within the 5th and 6th Fleet Area of Responsibility, maintaining a consistent T-1 score and designation as the Fleet Ready Shooter.• Contributed expertise to the Maintenance and Material Management program, resulting in an evaluated score of 96% effectiveness.• Supervised 15 personnel in the safe handling… Show more • Surface Warfare Coordinator• Anti-Terrorism Watch Officer• Led a division of 12 personnel through systems maintenance, operation, and the execution of 89 Tomahawk exercises within the 5th and 6th Fleet Area of Responsibility, maintaining a consistent T-1 score and designation as the Fleet Ready Shooter.• Contributed expertise to the Maintenance and Material Management program, resulting in an evaluated score of 96% effectiveness.• Supervised 15 personnel in the safe handling, loading, and offloading of 44 SM-2/3 missiles, 27 Tomahawk missiles, and 4 Harpoon missiles.• Employed superior Surface Warfare skills directly contributing to the ship’s Independent Deployer Certification, and Anti-Terrorism expertise bolstering the Force Protection effort across the command. Show less

Tac/Tf 1-174 Ada – Tf 1-204 Ada - Baghdad, Iraq

• Battle Non-Commissioned Officer• Supervised the operational readiness of 77 sensors and radars, 800 early warning systems, and 22 Land-based Phalanx Weapon Systems (LPWS) integrated into the Counter-Rocket, Artillery, and Mortar (C-RAM) system.• Monitored and coordinated maintenance of equipment with an estimated cost of $512 million. Efforts led to a 95% operational readiness rate (ORR) for C-RAM sensors, 94% ORR for early warning systems, and 90% ORR for LPWS throughout the Iraqi… Show more • Battle Non-Commissioned Officer• Supervised the operational readiness of 77 sensors and radars, 800 early warning systems, and 22 Land-based Phalanx Weapon Systems (LPWS) integrated into the Counter-Rocket, Artillery, and Mortar (C-RAM) system.• Monitored and coordinated maintenance of equipment with an estimated cost of $512 million. Efforts led to a 95% operational readiness rate (ORR) for C-RAM sensors, 94% ORR for early warning systems, and 90% ORR for LPWS throughout the Iraqi Joint Operations Area.• Developed new procedures for equipment status reporting that streamlined a 7-year-old process and improved an increase in efficiency and accuracy of information. Show less

Commander Second Fleet - Norfolk, Virginia, United States

• Terminal Area Security Officer• Supervised the certifications for Carrier and Expeditionary Strike Groups’ Tomahawk operations across the Atlantic Fleet.• Led efforts between US Numbered Fleets and UK Royal Navy for periodic reviews and updates to the Navy-wide Operational Tasking directive for Tomahawk operations.• Provided expertise to 2 Ground Force Commanders, 3 Firing Units, and Planning Agencies leading to the development of new Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for the… Show more • Terminal Area Security Officer• Supervised the certifications for Carrier and Expeditionary Strike Groups’ Tomahawk operations across the Atlantic Fleet.• Led efforts between US Numbered Fleets and UK Royal Navy for periodic reviews and updates to the Navy-wide Operational Tasking directive for Tomahawk operations.• Provided expertise to 2 Ground Force Commanders, 3 Firing Units, and Planning Agencies leading to the development of new Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for the employment of the Tomahawk Missile.• Accurately and efficiently accounted for all controlled equipment within the Operations Directorate.• Conducted Career Development Boards for 21 personnel, Financial Counseling for 11 personnel contributing to overall command effectiveness and readiness. Show less

Uss Oscar Austin (Ddg 79) - Norfolk, Virginia, United States

• Divisional Leading Petty Officer• Information Systems Security Officer• Provided in-depth knowledge of Over-the-Horizon Database Management contributing to the establishment of USS Oscar Austin as a leader in Tomahawk employment during Operation Iraqi Freedom.• Developed and implemented a robust Training Program for personnel within Weapon's Department, thereby streamlining qualifications and improving functional readiness throughout the command.• Displayed exceptional… Show more • Divisional Leading Petty Officer• Information Systems Security Officer• Provided in-depth knowledge of Over-the-Horizon Database Management contributing to the establishment of USS Oscar Austin as a leader in Tomahawk employment during Operation Iraqi Freedom.• Developed and implemented a robust Training Program for personnel within Weapon's Department, thereby streamlining qualifications and improving functional readiness throughout the command.• Displayed exceptional accountability with a 100% accomplishment rate for equipment maintenance and quality assurance efforts.• Instrumental in troubleshooting and repairing casualties to the Global Command and Control System-Maritime and Advanced Tomahawk Weapon System while forward deployed, maintaining readiness and designation as the Strike Group Ready Shooter. Show less

Master Of Science - Ms, Cyber Security

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Computer/Information Technology Administration And Management