Derek Gibson Email and Phone Number
๐๐ ๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ฒ๐ป๐ฐ๐ฒ๐ฑ ๐๐ผ๐ป๐๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ฐ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด/๐๐ฐ๐พ๐๐ถ๐๐ถ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ผ๐ณ๐ฒ๐๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป๐ฎ๐น with 19+ years in the Army, specializing in driving operational efficiency and cost savings in complex projects. Expertise spans contracting, acquisition strategy, contract management, and administration, with a proven track record of delivering results.๐๐ฒ๐ ๐๐ถ๐ด๐ต๐น๐ถ๐ด๐ต๐๐:โข ๐ฆ๐๐ฟ๐ฎ๐๐ฒ๐ด๐ถ๐ฐ ๐๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ต๐ถ๐ฝ: Motivated cross-functional teams to exceed goals and fostered collaborative environments.โข ๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ผ๐ฐ๐ฒ๐๐ ๐๐บ๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ผ๐๐ฒ๐บ๐ฒ๐ป๐: Streamlined procurement processes, cutting lead times by 33% and enhancing mission readiness.โข ๐๐ฎ๐๐ฎ-๐๐ฟ๐ถ๐๐ฒ๐ป ๐ฅ๐ฒ๐๐๐น๐๐: Identified and validated $30.6M in uncaptured expenses, preventing overruns and improving budget alignment.โข ๐ฆ๐๐ฎ๐ธ๐ฒ๐ต๐ผ๐น๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐๐ผ๐น๐น๐ฎ๐ฏ๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป: Built strong partnerships to ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, and AFARS while achieving program success.โข ๐ฅ๐ฒ๐ด๐๐น๐ฎ๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐ ๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ผ๐ณ๐ถ๐ฐ๐ถ๐ฒ๐ป๐ฐ๐: Expert in acquisition strategies, contract negotiations, and regulatory adherence.With a ๐.๐ฆ. ๐ถ๐ป ๐๐ด๐ฟ๐ผ๐ป๐ผ๐บ๐ and an ๐ .๐ฆ. ๐ถ๐ป ๐๐ฒ๐ผ๐น๐ผ๐ด๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐น ๐๐ป๐ด๐ถ๐ป๐ฒ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ป๐ด, I bring a unique perspective to solving challenges that require both technical knowledge and strategic planning. My military experience equips me with transferable skills that drive innovation, improve processes, and deliver results.As I transition to civilian roles, I am seeking ๐ผ๐ฝ๐ฝ๐ผ๐ฟ๐๐๐ป๐ถ๐๐ถ๐ฒ๐ ๐ถ๐ป ๐ฐ๐ผ๐ป๐๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ฐ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด, ๐ฎ๐ฐ๐พ๐๐ถ๐๐ถ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป, ๐ผ๐ฟ ๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ผ๐ด๐ฟ๐ฎ๐บ ๐บ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฎ๐ด๐ฒ๐บ๐ฒ๐ป๐ in the Evansville, Indiana area, starting mid-2025. I bring adaptability and a mission-focused approach to teams looking for leadership and expertise. ๐ฆ๐ธ๐ถ๐น๐น๐๐ฟ๐ถ๐ฑ๐ด๐ฒ ๐ฎ๐๐ฎ๐ถ๐น๐ฎ๐ฏ๐ถ๐น๐ถ๐๐ ๐ฏ๐ฒ๐ด๐ถ๐ป๐ ๐๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ถ๐น ๐ญ, ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ฑ. Open to onsite, remote, or hybrid roles.In my free time, I enjoy outdoor activities, camping, and woodworking as I prepare to retire and settle with my family in southern Indiana.
Defense Contract Management Agency (Dcma)
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Program IntegratorDefense Contract Management Agency (Dcma) Jun 2022 - PresentKirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, United Statesโข Managed a portfolio of 1,900 defense contracts valued at $4.8B, ensuring compliance with cost, schedule, and technical performance requirements.โข Applied strong data analysis skills to evaluate contract performance, identify trends, and drive process improvements.โข Navigated complex contractual landscapes, fostered stakeholder relationships, and ensured adherence to regulations and policies within the defense industry.โข Demonstrated expertise in contract management, overseeing post-award activities, contract modifications, delivery schedules, and payment processing, ensuring strict adherence to agreed-upon terms.โข Conducted audits, addressed inquiries, and maintained meticulous documentation to facilitate effective stakeholder collaboration.
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Director Operational Contract SupportDefense Contract Management Agency (Dcma) Feb 2024 - Nov 2024Kuwaitโข Serves as a first line supervisor for seven acquisition professionals, providing direct supervision, to manage 210 contracts valued $1.01 Billion, supporting 13 locations across three countries.โข Within 50 days of assuming the role of OCSIC Director, successfully implemented policies and procedures to eliminate a backlog of 34 requirements needing validation.โข Through data analysis and program resourcing reviews, identified and validated 21 previously uncaptured expenses, amounting to $30.6 million, thereby preventing future program cost overruns.โข Instituted robust measures for the development of Independent Cost Estimates, Performance Work Statements, and acquisition strategy development. โข These initiatives, integrated earlier in the acquisition process, led to substantial reductions in procurement lead times. Simplified acquisitions saw a reduction of three weeks, while negotiated procurements experienced a decrease of 45 days.
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Deputy District Contracting ChiefUs Army Corps Of Engineers Jul 2019 - Jun 2022Detroit, Michigan, United Statesโข Warranted Contracting Officer ($25M) responsible for the solicitation, award, and administration of Construction, Architecture and Engineering services, Supplies, and Service contracts for the Detroit District.โข First-line supervisor for seven civilian employees.โข Primary contracting officer for the El Paso 5 and San Diego 4 construction projects valued at over $397 million.โข Provided base analysis for contract termination and suspension costs for all 14 construction contracts covering the $7.6 Billion program in support of the Presidential Proclamation signed on 20 January 2021.โข Administered 21 support contracts to provide quality assurance, geographic information system, construction scheduling, and Architecture and Engineering support to the Border District.โข Managed the District's workload to award 366 actions valued at $239,929,425.78 five days prior to the end of the fiscal year.โข Transitioned the District to fully utilize the Paperless Contracting File (PCF) for all workload management and tracking. -
Contracting Team LeaderU.S. Army Contracting Command Jul 2017 - Jul 2019Fort Campbell, Tennessee, United Statesโข Managed a five-person contracting team responsible for the full range of pre-award supply and service contracting, including acquisition planning, market research, competition requirements, soliciting, negotiating, and contract development.โข Planned, awarded, and administered contracting solutions to mitigate mold issues in barracks on Fort Campbell, enabling over 900 barracks rooms to be remediated of mold hazards and ensuring the life, health, and safety of hundreds of Soldiers.โข Served as the Administrative Contracting Officer for 19 Private Security Contractors (PSC) contracts and task orders valued at $200 million, employing over 2,800 armed security guards throughout the Combined Joint Operations Area - Afghanistan (CJOA-A).โข Administered post-award contract actions for six contracts valued at $58.8 million in support of over 50,000 United States and Coalition personnel operating at 20 operating bases throughout Afghanistan. -
Observer, Controller/TrainerUs Army May 2016 - May 2017Fort Mccoy, Wisconsin, United Statesโข Managed a team of 12 senior leaders, responsible for their training and readiness to support the training objectives of 17 partnered Reserve Units.โข Planned, prepared, and executed 12 training events affecting 17 partnered units over the course of four months, directly increasing readiness for over 850 individuals.โข Supervised and directed scriptwriters to develop dynamic and complex training scenarios that allowed commanders to truly assess their unit's proficiency, establishing them as the standard for success within the Battalion. -
Company CommanderUs Army Corps Of Engineers Dec 2014 - May 2016Fort Belvoir, Virginia, United Statesโข Senior Manager of a 93 personnel company, managing a budget in excess of $600,000 and maintaining over $17,700,000 in equipment.โข Improved company personnel readiness from 63% to 90%, allowing for the deployment of 26 Soldiers to five countries in support of the strategic objectives of the U.S Corps of Engineers.โข Planned, resourced, and executed a Presidential initiative to deploy a 30 personnel detachment, associated equipment, and sustainment support to install, operate, and maintain a 3.2-megawatt electrical power plant for a key missile defense mission.
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Battalion Assistant Operations OfficerUs Army Corps Of Engineers Sep 2012 - Dec 2014Fort Belvoir, Virginia, United StatesServed as the Current Operations officer, responsible for the coordination, sustainment, and execution of the 249th Engineer Battalions efforts in response to natural disasters throughout the United States and its territories. As the only Army unit capable of producing and distributing medium voltage the 249th supported the National Response Framework during disasters by installing, operating, and sustaining temporary emergency power in disaster areas.
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Company Executive Officer62Nd Sapper Company Feb 2012 - Nov 2012Fort Carson, Colorado, United StatesServed as the executive officer responsible for the maintenance, sustainment, and accountability of over 30 pieces of heavy equipment, associated support equipment and administrative items valued at over $15M. Planned, resourced, and executed 36 live fire ranges and two company level exercises.
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Company Intelligence Officer62Nd Sapper Company Mar 2011 - Feb 2012Fort Carson, Colorado, United StatesServed as the senior company intelligence officer supporting 106 personnel deployed to Iraq planned, resourced and executed aerial reconnaissance mission utilizing manned and unmanned air assets. Developed, sustained, and manage perimeter security operations for the last remaining base in Iraq during the transition.
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Platoon Leader62Nd Sapper Company Dec 2009 - Mar 2011Fort Carson, Colorado, United StatesServed as the senior leader of a 27 Soldier Engineer platoon, Responsible for planning, sustaining and executing 32 combat mission and covering over 1,000 km of routes in southern Afghanistan. Supported leadership by providing route clearance, counter IED, and area clearance operations in austere conditions with minimal oversight.
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Assistant Logistics Officer4Th Engineer Battalion Mar 2009 - Nov 2009Fort Carson, Colorado, United StatesAssistant S4 logistics officer for a Combat Effects Engineer Battalion deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Planned, managed, and executed logistical movements throughout southern Afghanistan. Identified, purchased, and delivered over $2.1M in mission critical supplies to a dispersed combat force of over 900 Soldiers.
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Helicopter Mechanic52Nd Aviation Battalion Sep 2005 - Mar 2009Fairbanks, Alaska, United StatesUH-60 Blackhawk maintainer/crew chief. Provided maintenance support in accordance with technical manuals to ensure each aircraft was ready and safe for flight operations.
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Derek Gibson works for Defense Contract Management Agency (Dcma)
What is Derek Gibson's role at the current company?
Derek Gibson's current role is Transitioning Military Acquisition Officer, Contracting & Acquisition Expert, DAWIA Certified, Top Secret/SCI Clearance, B.S. Agronomy, M.S. Geological Engineering, Available April 1, 2025, Retiring to Evansville, IN.
What schools did Derek Gibson attend?
Derek Gibson attended Missouri University Of Science And Technology, Western Kentucky University.
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Derek Gibson's colleagues are Aaron Anthony, Mba, Domenick Cini, Maria Catalina Savill, Kevin Wylie, Michael Pueblo, Kaitlin King, Joseph Scott.
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