Walter L. Gardner, Jr. Email & Phone Number

1090 Broadway Suite 209, West Long Branch, Nj 07764

Management Role and Responsibilities: At the helm of Gardner Precision Technologies, I blend my roles as owner and computer engineer to provide top-tier IT managed services, primarily aimed at supporting small businesses. My expertise extends to managing projects for a diverse clientele, including local agencies and small-scale federal projects.In my management capacity, I focus on strategic project acquisition, risk management, and fostering strong customer relationships. My approach involves hands-on involvement in every project phase, from initial planning to successful execution. This includes managing technical documentation, preparing technical proposals, and overseeing the full life cycle of our IT services.A key part of my role is leading and training our dedicated team, ensuring they are equipped to deliver exceptional service. Representing GPT, I also share my insights at various conferences as a guest speaker, contributing my expertise in strategic IT management tailored for small businesses.Technical Expertise and Responsibilities: My technical responsibilities are tailored to address the unique needs of small businesses. I oversee beta testing and documentation of essential IT systems like cloud computing and active directory services, ensuring they align with the specific requirements of smaller enterprises.I'm actively involved in software administration, managing help desk support, and providing emergency IT services, both remotely and onsite. My technical expertise extends to implementing efficient infrastructures such as VMware, overseeing data backup, disaster recovery services, and administering operating systems across diverse platforms.In hardware administration, my focus is on designing and building custom solutions for mobile devices, laptops, desktops, and servers, catering specifically to the needs of small businesses. I also manage system upgrades and migrations, ensuring seamless integration and minimal downtime for our clients.

Fort Monmouth, New Jersey

Management Responsibilities: My role included development for advanced defense information systems, with a particular focus on projects for the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) and NATO services. My expertise contributed to drafting the Department of Defense's IPv6 Policy as part of the DISA Working Group, where we developed a comprehensive DoD Implementation Plan.In this capacity, I've led project management efforts, monitored life cycles, and provided strategic IT management, including conducting benefit/cost analysis. My responsibilities also extended to technical writing, where I crafted white papers and test plans for military fielding, negotiated contracts, and served as a team leader.Technical Responsibilities: As a technical lead in Protocol Investigation for Next Generation (PING), I've functioned as a computer scientist, network engineer, and technical expert, spearheading research in IPv6 technology and assessing legacy protocols. This involved leading Army evaluations, analyzing IPv6 dependencies, and evaluating benefits.My work has led to the conception and development of next-generation concepts and techniques aimed at enhancing information distribution methods and ensuring seamless coexistence of various transmission media. As Chief Expert Advisor, I have managed a broad spectrum of technologies including Red Hat Linux, Windows, and Cisco IPv4/IPv6 dual-stacked routers and switches. I've overseen the construction and maintenance of a custom-developed lab for IPv6, mapping out networking topologies and addressing schemes for US Army and Navy portals.My role has also encompassed working with Symantec IPv6 cloning and imaging, firewall configuration, and DNS administration. As an author and co-author, I have contributed to Army publications, white papers, and test plans, presenting my findings at professional and scientific conferences. This includes tutorials, demos, and presentations for both government and civilian officials.

Morristown, New Jersey

Engineering Experience at Telcordia Technologies and Stevens Institute of Technology: As a Cooperative Education student from Stevens Institute of Technology, I was hired by Telcordia Technologies (formerly Bellcore Telecommunication). In my role as an Electrical Engineer in training, I was immersed in a variety of responsibilities that bridged theoretical knowledge with practical application.My primary responsibilities involved conducting tests using automated equipment to adhere to telecommunication standards, designing virtual instruments with simulation software, implementing Peoplesoft database network applications, and undertaking diverse laboratory assignments.In the technical domain, I focused on developing technologies and techniques to enhance information distribution methods. This involved integrating various transmission media like radio frequencies, wireless technology, wire-band cable, optical, and satellite technologies. A significant part of my role was software development, where I utilized LabVIEW 5.0's virtual instrument toolkit. This included creating and implementing technology test beds to demonstrate and evaluate emerging technologies, showcasing my competence in computer science and engineering.Additionally, I was engaged in telecommunications testing, which encompassed the design of advanced algorithms and running time calculations, as well as research and development. This also included computer hardware/software maintenance and architecture design. My findings were regularly reviewed and assessed by senior management, contributing to the strategic direction of the company.A key aspect of my role was to document technical processes and findings, which were shared with both corporate and academic stakeholders. The insights gained from this experience allowed me to provide valuable recommendations for enhancing the cooperative education experience for future Stevens Institute of Technology students.

East Orange, New Jersey

Hired by the Roger D. Percy & Company to serve as a Computer Repair Technician to perform the following tasks: Provide technical architecture support in deploying information systems, network management, PC Hardware/Software design and support, Network design and support, Business Planning and Risk Management, Project Manager, Contract Negotiation, and Research. Duties include the following: Conceived and developed technologies and techniques that were applied to improved methods in information distribution, coexistence by the internetworking of a variety of transmission media including radio frequencies, wireless technology, wire-band cable, optical and satellite technologies. Diagnosed circuit problems for computer system VOXBOX-1000. This involved tested box frequency, and the calibration of equipment using oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers and frequency counters. Computer system repair was conducted to the component level. Components repaired and analyzed included: resistors, capacitors, power supplies, relay switches, solid state devices and diodes. This allowed the opportunity to perform high level soldering techniques developed from the military environment. Conducted research and development for new products needed to be fielded. The new commercial devices were managed and recommendations given to senior management. This gave the opportunity to present ideas via slide presentations to senior engineers and managers for approval.

United States, United Kingdom

Specialization: Advanced technical training on how to perform engineering repair and service at the component level with Air Force fighter aircraft F111 A-F model planes. As a non-commissioned officer, served as a manager and leader of other airman in organization. Other duties included: Advanced technical training throughout military career. Continuous recommendations were made for early promotion. Decorated honor guard member during special military functions.Maintenance Management Staff Sergeant, Responsible for the acquisition, life cycle provisioning and management of air traffic control and landing systems (ATCALS) equipment and facilities. Represented USAF in critical design reviews, technical order, and in-progress reviews. Developed and coordinated maintenance concepts, provisioning criteria, initial, and follow-on training for maintenance technicians. Managed and directed all communications electronics meteorological maintenance supporting the Air Force 48th Component Repair Squadron and the Rocket Propulsion Laboratory. Troubleshot aircraft communications systems, bench checked and performed intermediate and some depot-level electronic repairs. Managed test equipment, technical orders, and bench stocks. Trained individuals and supervised crews doing the same on tactical aircraft with mobility support and deployment packages. Obtained Secret Security Clearance, conducted by the Department of Defense (DOD). Received Honorable Discharge with various commendation medals; Disabled Veteran Status.

Fort Benning, Ga

Tactical war fighter trained to combat various military operations such as: reconnaissance, night fire, hand to hand combat, nuclear biological and chemical expert training. Other duties included: Direct involvement in advance military Infantry training including air assault. Trained in chemical, biological, guerilla warfare. Non-commissioned officer training was received with promotion to squad leader. Other recognition includes metals and awards for being selected Soldier of the Cycle. Received Honorable Discharge with various commendation medals; Disabled Veteran Status.

Master’S Degree, Divinity/Ministry (Apologetics), 3.8 Gpa

Activities and Societies: Ministry of Study towards Doctorate of Theology This degree will cover advanced biblical scholar's studies.

Master Of Science (Ms), Management Information Systems And Services, A (High Honors)

Activities and Societies: Eta Kappa Nu Honor Society for Electrical and Computer Engineering Studies included Information Systems.

Bachelor Of Engineering (B.E.), Computer Engineering, A (Honors)

Activities and Societies: Eta Kappa Nu Honor Society for Electrical and Computer Engineering Studies included Computer Engineering.

Minor Certificate, Social Sciences, High Honors

Activities and Societies: Eta Kappa Nu Honor Society for Electrical and Computer Engineering Attended on full academic scholarship.

Associate Of Science (As), Mathematics And Physics, A+ (High Honors)

Activities and Societies: Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society

Business Administration/Seminary

Activities and Societies: Christian Communication Program (CCP) for ministerial students studying Bible.

Associate'S Degree, Bible/Biblical Studies

Activities and Societies: Online studies towards self development in ministry for the churches of Christ. Studies in Hermeneutics.