Responsible for the planning, design and purchase requests for the Enterprise Cross Domain Solution (ECDS) network within multiple enterprise datacenters and cryptologic organizations, allowing data to crossover Category 1-3 networks, including networks for international partners. Infrastructure and deployed networks directly supports over 500,000 intelligence professionals worldwide. Leads and manages a team of 7 Mid to Senior level System and Network Engineers supporting two geographically separate datacenters, ensuring Service Level Agreements (SLAs) are metCreates and overseas the creation of infrastructure as code and troubleshooting tools as code using PythonDesigned the direct employment and configuration to maintain high availability for the CDS network to include: the direct configuration of 10 core switches, Advanced Security Appliances, VMware ESXi Host, Garrison SAVI Appliance, Kemp Load Master, Block Storage, NFS, vCenter, Software Defined Distributed switches, over 150 virtual servers and other key components, allowing the segregation of data to prevent compromise. Design includes code creation using SaltStack, Salt-cloud, YAML and Jinja for for automated deployments Planned the phased approached for STIG application and testing for all architecture components for CDS, including virtual machines, to determine the impact of data flow and network hardening. Identifies aspects of ATO through Site Based Security Assessments (SBSA), Ports Protocols and Services (PPS), and XACTA records. Works directly programmers and software developers to verify how the changes directly impacted the use of the softwarePlans, tests and deploys a variety of policies for all server components

At the enterprise level for a live production data center, directly supported DCGS-A. Responsible for the design, creation, employment, upgrades and maintenance of clusters, host, virtual interfaces and machines for CECOM’s testing and validation of all DCGS-A suite variations, for 7 Category 1-3 networksPlanned and identified the requirements for the datacenter’s upgrade from vSphere 5.5 to 6.7. Completed all STIGs for Linux RedHat and Windows servers with Powershell, rebuilt all the clusters, hosts and profiles requiredRedesigned the datacenter network, incorporating 40 new VLANs and trunks across 6 core switches, to support DCGS-A testing. Network changes directly supported ACAS, HBSS scans and software developmentResearched, designed and configured VMWare Horizon 7, View Connection Sever, Microsoft SQL 2016 for the deployment of zero client user environments

Supervises over 400 military, Department of the Army Civilian, Government contracted military intelligence capability developers, researchers, instructors and technicians working within the Capabilities Development and Integration Directorate. Advises the Director on all matters related to future intelligence concepts, military force modernization and organizational structure, and coordinates with other national level organizationsCreated a cross training plan for a 129 manned section operating at 32 percent strength responsible for preparing military organization on the configuration, employment and maintenance of 20 military intelligence collection assets. Successfully trained and certified over 9,000 personnel, ensuring they are prepared to conduct operations throughout the worldCoordinated with customers, civilian contractors, Item Managers, Program Managers, CECOM, and DSA for maintenance actions, system modifications, and system upgrades for DCGS-A and requisite patch installationsEvaluated and assessed the test of the DCGS-A battalion solution in response to consumer demands, ensured all test and consumer input was evaluated for reconfiguration to meet military operational needs Established talks with the Army Cryptologic Office to acquire authority to use collection to properly train analyst using the Intelligence Electronic Warfare, Tactical Proficiency Trainer, the only Army program of record capable of creating intelligence simulation training Directed the initiatives for the ongoing effort for Intelligence support to Cyber and Electronic Warfare operations by injecting researchers into live events, information obtained will be used to align Military Intelligence unclassified and classified publications for proper use and best practices

Managed 40 military and Department of the Army Civilians and contractors responsible for maintaining all hardware, operator workstation, servers and industrial power plant in a facility supporting 24-hour cryptologic operations, valued over $500 MillionCreated a job progression program for Information Technology services for Category II and III networks up to IAT III support, assured all service support was provided and connectivity was maintained with a 97% uptimeFor the cryptologic facility, created acceptable use policy tailored for the facility with 700 employees remedy unauthorized network access by un-cleared personnel.Developed a maintenance and outage plan for four facilities, with over 17 cryptologic systems and 30 antennas covering a 90 mile radius between facilities, plan and support reduced unforeseen outages to three per month, and established a 15 minute response time by maintenance and emergency response teamsPlanned, coordinated and executed the closure of $50 Million cryptologic facility in response to new global initiatives, all disposition timelines were met and a key cryptologic antenna was removed and re-purposed in the enterprisePlanned, coordinated and executed three cryptologic surveys based on new initiatives and operational focus, conducted nine site surveys on three facilities to proper emplacement and integration of equipment with current facility, to prevent interference and optimize data collectionWhile operating at 40% of assigned maintenance personnel, planned, coordinated and executed four major upgrades at two facilities over a 20 week period, conducted convoy transport of cryptologic equipment valued over $10 Million, covering 900 miles without loss or damages. As part of configuration management, directly supervised the installation of upgraded antenna equipment, cabling, servers and full network accreditation of mediums to industry standard

Chosen over five senior ranking individuals to lead 110 military and civilian contracted aviation, electronic technicians and intelligence personnel in responsible for the aerial reconnaissance and data processing of information for a 24 hour operation for a national level threat Created a flight progression program for military personnel responsible for intelligence collection during 5 to 8 hour flights, grew the available personnel from 16 to 34, allowing the proper enforcement of FAA crew rest Established a new intelligence collection cell based on strategic level requirements due to new emerging technology from an organization of interest, information gathered was directly used by regional leadersAligned maintenance efforts and aircraft use of the three Airborne Reconnaissance Low during routine and depot level maintenance in support of Full Motion Video mission, assured no missions were affected by technical malfunctions or repairs Planned and coordinated with aviation industry partners to train and certify 20 newly assigned personnel on the programming and employment of Synthetic Aperture Radar, directly answered the collection requirements and used as triggers within the collection management cycle Strictly enforced aviation safety standards within three facilities and during actual flights, prevented any safety violations amongst the 110 personnel or around $200 Million of equipmentDirected the shop’s Test, Measurement, and Diagnostic Equipment calibration program, ensuring 89 pieces of test equipment, including oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and various meters were calibrated on-schedule and ready for use by techniciansCommended for increasing shop production by 30 percent and for providing III Corps with a surplus of $3.7 million in cost avoidance within a six month period

Served as the Senior Technical Advisor and Operations Manager for the school responsible for developing and training over 300 maintenance personnel providing up to Tier 2 support for Information Technology networks and Military Intelligence collection systems for the United States Army and Joint Services Outlined training requirements and technical domains covering software such as Windows, Linux Red Hat, VM Ware, SQL to apply towards the installation, configuration and deployment of DCGS-A Coordinated with INSCOM, TRADOC, the Fort Huachuca S6 and PM DCGS-A to analyze and identify $6,000,000 worth of server, software, hardware, and network component to upgrade the DCGS-A training laboratory, supporting the newest and future software version of DCGS-AAs part of the acquisition process, worked with Army G-4, USAICOE and INSCOM to identify and procure 4 complete Tactical Ground Stations. New systems allowed the ability to train and certify an additional 40 technical support personnel on configuration, and Tier 1 and 2 troubleshooting and repair proceduresImplemented a study and training group to prepare personnel for the Network + and Security + certifications. Additional training increased the pass rate for both certifications from 65% to 94%, leading to 282 certified personnel

Managed all Military Intelligence Information Technology Specialist career and manpower advancements, and technical certification requirements for direct and up to depot level support for over 1100 personnelDeveloped and aligned authorization of the career progression within the career field; made recommendations and changes to job and personnel requirements for military and joint organizations located throughout the United States and nine additional countriesAdvised military post executive leadership of the impacts of future plans and established courses of actions directly affecting military intelligence collection asset technical and maintenance supportCreated and evaluated plans for pending army personnel reductions to mitigate impacts on United States Army intelligence networks and collection assets

Served as the Senior Army Advisor within a joint cryptologic facility with over 200 military and civilian personnel conducting a live 24 hour mission against a national level threatAdvised executive leadership on the proper use of all personnel, based on their individual skillset, to effectively meet mission parameter goal in response to national level interest and changing intelligence collection requirementsCreated work performance metrics and job training requirements for 18 different skills performing specialized cryptologic tasks; certified over 40 newly hired personnel on their individual tasksWork with joint leadership from four military branch services to determine and align daily operations for Tier 2 and 3 technical support for six collection facilities, daily intelligence collection requirements, and foreign partner dissemination based on operational agreements and parameters set by established Memorandums of Agreement

As the primary instructor for the Military Intelligence Information Technology Specialist, responsible for the training 72 Tier III technical support personnel on Windows Sever 2003, Linux RedHat, Oracle 10G, VMWare, and DCGS-AConducted updates and technical validation of 22 Information Technology manuals to be in compliance to TRADOC writing standards, passing annual accreditations with superior ratingDesigned and installed the first DCGS-A training lab within the military institutional training domain, training Tier II and III support on the installation, configuration and management of DCGS-ACreated and implemented an Oracle 10G training domain for data management for DCGS-A, taught personnel on data transfers, updates, proper table naming, and disaster recovery procedures

Recognized as the top two percent of the United States Army, responsible for the acceptance, integration and indoctrination of 2400 citizens into the United States military lifestyleEnforced Army standards within training facilities, proper care of equipment, and understanding of training models and team concepts for 60 personnel section Provided direct mentorship, guidance, welfare and care of section during military lifestyle transition, ensuring unit received the most qualified personnel to assist with their mission upon arrival

Responsible for leading, mentoring and providing technical expertise to 15 providing direct maintenance for the software and hardware of TROJAN Spirit Lite, Trojan Classic, COOLSPOT, SPEARBOW, Paint Radius Direction Finding system, and Enhanced TrackwolfDirectly advised Senior Commanders and managed the movement of TROJAN dish from Camp Doha to Camp Arifjan in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom; installed and configured temporary solution for the main dish to mitigate collection and intelligence loss Aligned maintenance efforts to support seven different intelligence organizations using forward deployed assets, kept four intelligence systems function with no more than 30 minutes of system down time

As the lead for an eight man information technology team, responsible for the management, health and technical development as they provide Tier I and II support for the Guardrail Relay Facility in support of a live missionPrior to assigned mission times, performed daily configuration and operation validation of Communication High Accuracy Airborne Location System (CHAALS), Advance Quick Look (AQL) on the aircraft and establishing the data link between the facility and the aircraftManaged the upgrades of the network infrastructure, hardware, software maintenance, and monitoring of all UNIX based workstations inside the facility

Student of the Military Intelligence System Maintainer/Integrator course, received instruction in electronic and communication theory, and basic troubleshooting procedures for Military Intelligence systemsTrained on UNIX and Windows workstations, network implementation, and software integration which include Network File System, Jumpstart, Sensor, Guardrail, and Trojan Spirit

Team Leader of four personnel, responsible for the training and mentorship of a team as part of the S. Korea border stability force near the demilitarized zone between North and South Korea

Infantry soldier, conducted land navigation in vehicle and on foot, deployed to Kosovo for 8 months as part of the Stabilization Force for the country