Nicholas Johnson Email & Phone Number

Niceville, Fl, Us

Florida, United States

Providing unmatched service and support to our customers in the areas of Big Data, Wireless, Software, Cloud, and Cybersecurity. Customers include the Special Operations community, military service branches, and other government agencies.

Florida, United States

My position involved wearing multiple hats in the areas of Cybersecurity, Business Development, and Program Management.• Within Cybersecurity, I oversaw and contribute to the ongoing development of Altagrove’s cyber policies, CMMC compliance, and security posture.• Within Business Development, my position involved everything from relationship management to RFI responses and proposal writing. • Within Program Management, I provided strategic level support and senior management of… Show more My position involved wearing multiple hats in the areas of Cybersecurity, Business Development, and Program Management.• Within Cybersecurity, I oversaw and contribute to the ongoing development of Altagrove’s cyber policies, CMMC compliance, and security posture.• Within Business Development, my position involved everything from relationship management to RFI responses and proposal writing. • Within Program Management, I provided strategic level support and senior management of multiple concurrent programs and contracts pertaining to project execution, funding, hiring personnel, and anything else necessary to the successful execution of our customers’ missions. Show less

United States

SAIC’s Agile Program Management Office is charged with the oversight of the company’s corporate IT portfolio. Within this office, I oversee all projects sponsored by the Chief Data Officer (CDO). These projects are focused on deriving value from the company’s data. My role is to ensure we achieve this while focusing on the areas of cost, schedule, and performance (with specific emphasis given to cybersecurity). Two such projects are the implementation of an enterprise data catalog and the… Show more SAIC’s Agile Program Management Office is charged with the oversight of the company’s corporate IT portfolio. Within this office, I oversee all projects sponsored by the Chief Data Officer (CDO). These projects are focused on deriving value from the company’s data. My role is to ensure we achieve this while focusing on the areas of cost, schedule, and performance (with specific emphasis given to cybersecurity). Two such projects are the implementation of an enterprise data catalog and the development of SAIC’s next-generation data architecture. My current position also assists in the oversight and execution of:● Risk and vulnerability assessments of planned and implemented information systems to identify vulnerabilities, risks, and protection needs● Applying, extending, enhancing, and optimizing existing IT security policy; communicating complex IT security requirements to non-technical personnel● Systems security evaluations, audits and reviews● IT security policy and procedure implementation to ensure information systems reliability and accessibility and to prevent and defend against unauthorized access to systems, networks, and data Show less

United States

I worked directly for the newly created Ground Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD - now called Sentinel) Program Office within Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC). As with any new organization, multiple hats are often worn. My last hats were Senior Manager and Technical Advisor to the GBSD Program Office.As a Senior Manager, I was responsible for staffing of 20 cyber and IT-related positions, contract compliance, and business development (among many other things).As Technical… Show more I worked directly for the newly created Ground Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD - now called Sentinel) Program Office within Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC). As with any new organization, multiple hats are often worn. My last hats were Senior Manager and Technical Advisor to the GBSD Program Office.As a Senior Manager, I was responsible for staffing of 20 cyber and IT-related positions, contract compliance, and business development (among many other things).As Technical Advisor, I advised the GBSD Program Office on the design, architecture, implementation, operation, and sustainment of IT/IS for the weapon system and supporting components. This involved a heavy emphasis on the adoption of new technology to achieve the organization’s objectives more quickly, more effectively, and more efficiently. This included the use of Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, DevSecOps software development methodology, and the use of multi-level networks. Show less

United States

Assigned to the GBSD (now called Sentinel) Program Office, I served as the Program Manager for Future IT and Operating Location Deployment. Serving as the Program Manager of Future IT, I led a team of 30+ subject matter experts that were charged with the design, architecture, implementation, and sustainment of GBSD IT for the purpose of engineering, manufacturing, and deploying the GBSD weapon system. This involved the management of and collaboration with a wide range of organizations… Show more Assigned to the GBSD (now called Sentinel) Program Office, I served as the Program Manager for Future IT and Operating Location Deployment. Serving as the Program Manager of Future IT, I led a team of 30+ subject matter experts that were charged with the design, architecture, implementation, and sustainment of GBSD IT for the purpose of engineering, manufacturing, and deploying the GBSD weapon system. This involved the management of and collaboration with a wide range of organizations and highly technical stakeholders to achieve state-of-the-art next-generation capabilities (such as the implementation of DevSecOps, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), and cloud architecture). These organizations and stakeholders include the DoD SAP CIO, Chief Software Officer of the Air Force, National Air & Space Intelligence Center (NASIC), Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Lab, MIT, NSA, NRO, The MITRE Corporation, and Department of Energy.Serving as the Program Manager of Operating Location Deployment, I oversaw a team charged with the planning, funding, and execution of each IT deployments at all operating locations contracted to support the GBSD Program Office. This involved the deployment of more than 12 networks at 6 different classification levels across 42 operating locations. Show less

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Our mission is to ensure our clients achieve their objectives in the most efficient and effective manner possible. This is accomplished by creating a synergistic alignment between our clients' businesses and the information and technology-based resources they possess or require. Tier-5 has more than 100 years of combined experience in executive management, strategic deployment of IT, project management, process improvement, and innovation. Visit us at Tier5Engineering.com!

North Carolina, United States

My position focused on the implementation, standardization, and compliance of doctrine, policies, and best practices relating to both Cybersecurity and information security. This required the ability to articulate highly technical ideas, concepts, and material in a manner that puts them in context with the organization's broader objectives and priorities--so as to be understood by senior leadership.

United States

In this position, I supported the NSA, CIA, NGA, AFSOC, SOCOM, and other various government agencies. Generally speaking, my position was as managerial as it was technical. With respect to the technical, it encompassed nearly every aspect of security/information assurance, network engineering, and satellite communications. This extremely broad range was due to the multitude of weapon systems and capabilities we supported for our customers. This included command and control (C2) of unmanned… Show more In this position, I supported the NSA, CIA, NGA, AFSOC, SOCOM, and other various government agencies. Generally speaking, my position was as managerial as it was technical. With respect to the technical, it encompassed nearly every aspect of security/information assurance, network engineering, and satellite communications. This extremely broad range was due to the multitude of weapon systems and capabilities we supported for our customers. This included command and control (C2) of unmanned aircraft (UAV/RPA/drone platforms)and manned aircraft, as well as intelligence dissemination. With respect to management, I performed the duties of a site manager and project manager. This included the oversight of personnel, 24/7 operations, logistics, and the continued build buildout of new capabilities for each customer. Show less

Managed a workcenter of approximately 32 technicians charged with maintaining a network that provides command and control (C2) and dissemination of intelligence. Duties included conducting annual personnel evaluations, authoring and implementing training plans, and overseeing 24/7 Ops.Unit COMSEC Responsible Officer—controlled 120+ encryption keys with more than 80 users supporting secure communications for all Global Hawk missions world-wideUnit Training Procurement… Show more Managed a workcenter of approximately 32 technicians charged with maintaining a network that provides command and control (C2) and dissemination of intelligence. Duties included conducting annual personnel evaluations, authoring and implementing training plans, and overseeing 24/7 Ops.Unit COMSEC Responsible Officer—controlled 120+ encryption keys with more than 80 users supporting secure communications for all Global Hawk missions world-wideUnit Training Procurement Officer—Authored RFQs and RFPs as well as awarded contracts for Sec+, Net+, Linux+, CCNA, CISSP, and courses for 100+ member organization ($250K annual budget)Information Assurance Officer—wrote acceptance/compliance packages for weapons systems and associated networks while also conducting security vulnerability assessments and audits. Assessments included penetration tests, review of documentation, and evaluation of configuration.Coordinated with outside agencies including DISA, NRO, and NSA to achieve strategic level objectives directly supporting the Unified Combatant Commands. These objectives include new intelligence capabilities requiring program wide infrastructure changes.Supervised and train personnel to configure and manage the RQ-4 Global Hawk network and all related services Show less

Configured and maintained the RQ-4 Global Hawk network providing the following services: situational awareness tools (including ADSI), Command and Control (C2), processing and dissemination of intelligence feeds, and secure communications (VoIP and network)Some of the equipment and systems managed include:•Cisco equipment/systems: Catalyst 6509 (supporting both Ethernet and ATM networks), CiscoWorks, TACACS, ASA 5550 firewalls, and several 7206s, 3750s, 3560s, 2801s•ATM nodes:… Show more Configured and maintained the RQ-4 Global Hawk network providing the following services: situational awareness tools (including ADSI), Command and Control (C2), processing and dissemination of intelligence feeds, and secure communications (VoIP and network)Some of the equipment and systems managed include:•Cisco equipment/systems: Catalyst 6509 (supporting both Ethernet and ATM networks), CiscoWorks, TACACS, ASA 5550 firewalls, and several 7206s, 3750s, 3560s, 2801s•ATM nodes: Ericsson BXR400 and ASX-200BX•Encryption devices: KG-75A/KG-75B, KG-175A/B/D, KG-250•Multiservice Provisioning Platform (MSPP)/Synchronized Optical Network (SONET) devices: Fujitsu FLASHWAVE 4500s•Servers running Solaris, SUSE, and Windows Server 2003/2008 operating systemsLead trainer—responsible for the training and oversight of other network technicians Equipment Custodian—managed an equipment account with 300+ items worth $4.2 million dollarsConfigured and maintained UHF, KU, and X band line of site (LOS) and beyond line-of-site (BLOS)/SATCOM links supporting Command & Control (C2) and secure communicationsProgrammed, maintained, troubleshot, tested, and upgraded all RQ-4 Mission Control Elements (MCE) and Launch & Recovery Elements (LRE) supporting numerous sensor packages and capabilitiesConducted acceptance inspections on new systems for contractual compliance and fulfillmentMaintained deployable and fixed HVAC, UPS, ATS, and diesel generators providing filtered and uninterrupted power for 24/7 operations of communications and flight equipment Show less

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Information Management, 3.96 Gpa

An MBA intended for Chief Information Officers (CIOs) Chief Technology Officers (CTOs). Instead of taking an accounting/finance approach.

Cyberspace 200, Cyberspace Operations

Cyberspace 200 is an intermediate Professional Continuing Education (PCE) course designed for the development of cyberspace professionals..

Bachelor'S Degree, Organizational Management, Graduated Summa Cum Laude (4.0 Gpa)

Associate In Applied Science (A.S.), Electronic Systems Technology, Graduated With 4.0 Gpa

Education record

Management and Leadership

Computer Networking, 3.8 Gpa

Electronic Principals, 4.0 Gpa

Distinguished Graduate (Top 10% of Class)