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Melbourne, FL, US

Cocoa Beach, Florida, United States

Suffolk, Virginia, United States

• Led a team of five as Branch Head in the Information Warfare (IW) programs, requirements, and capabilities directorate, focusing on Tactical Data Links (TDL) and spectrum requirements. Played a key role in supporting.
• Managed the spectrum team in developing a Temporary Frequency Assignment (TFA) playbook ensuring accurate and timely submission of requests to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
• Coordinated with key stakeholders including Regional Spectrum offices and Navy Marine-Corps Spectrum Center (NMSC) to provide de-confliction and spectrum support to customers.
• Led a team of four in defining program requirements and identifying capability gaps, enhancing communication services worldwide.
• Coordinated information and recommendations from multiple departments to prepare and brief senior leaders on program efforts.
• Managed a task program, assigning tasks to divisions and tracking progress, achieving a 96% on-time completion rate for over 50 tasks within a 5-month period.

Norfolk, Virginia, United States

• Led comprehensive management of computer networks, external communication equipment, and information/cyber security initiatives within the organization. Supervised three work centers comprising 60 employees, overseeing.
• Established daily priorities, delegated tasks, and achieved on-time completion of over 1,200 annual maintenance actions, minimizing equipment downtime.
• Coordinated with external organizations to establish and test a new capability enabling isolated personnel to access email, VoSIP, web, and chat services using the ship’s Ka-band antenna.
• Updated and implemented a new cyber security instruction, enhancing cyber security posture and network readiness.
• Directed the removal and refurbishment of 40 antennas in collaboration with 3 companies, ensuring optimal functionality and performance.
• Orchestrated the migration of a LAN comprising 850 computer assets, 12 servers, and 64 virtual machines, and facilitated the removal of over 1,500 additional computer assets during the organization’s relocation.

Suffolk, Virginia, United States

• Led the daily operations of 50 circuit and network packages through the Risk Management Framework (RMF) workflow for 10 organizations, ensuring compliance and reducing risk to Navy tactical networks. Managed end-to-end.
• Led a team of four analysts and coordinated weekly teleconferences with external organizations to expedite completion of RMF packages before expiration. Collaborated with the Navy Authorizing Official (NAO) to receive.
• Ensured 100% accountability and inventory of COMSEC (Communications Security)/EKMS (Electronic Key Management System) materials at the NAVIFOR Local Element, overseeing the COMSEC/EKMS management program.
• Managed NAVIFOR’s COVID-19 Crisis Action Team, overseeing data processing from 88 organizations and 19,000 employees. Tracked and validated over 20,000 reports, delivering crucial data for decision-making. Provided.

Monterey, California, United States

Attended Naval Postgraduate School and earned my Masters of Science degree in Network Operations and Technology.

Norfolk, Virginia, United States

• Directed and administered the circuit control center at a communication activity, ensuring seamless functionality of U.S. Naval and Joint communication systems worldwide. Supervised a team of circuit control operators.
• Managed the operation, maintenance, and resolution of issues for 5,000 communication circuits and messaging systems across multiple networks. Analyzed workflow, established priorities, and set deadlines to ensure.
• Generated and presented status reports through daily formal briefings to executive leaders, providing critical updates on project statuses and operational metrics.
• Facilitated the development of comprehensive short-term and long-term training plans to ensure compliance with U.S. Government cybersecurity and information system directives, standards, and guidelines.
• Directed the Administrative division, overseeing new employee onboarding processes, including in-processing, training completion, and issuance of security badges for access control.
• Served as a member of the Command Assessment Team (CAT) and led a focus group to gather organizational climate data and proposed actionable solutions to senior management.

USS Carney (DDG-64); Jacksonville, Florida, United States

• Managed a team of 28 employees overseeing all Damage Control (DC) efforts, ensuring the safety of 270 personnel and overseeing maintenance of 2,000+ equipment pieces. Directed shipboard damage control activities to.
• Established and oversaw comprehensive training on DC procedures, ensuring readiness for company certifications and inspections, emphasizing personnel response for a safe work environment.
• Transformed the DC program by developing and implementing new requirements and procedures, optimizing equipment maintenance and operational efficiency.
• Managed the renovation of 12 bathrooms and coordinated with 20 work centers, overseeing numerous repairs to equipment such as toilets, sinks, drains, and pipes.
• Served as Chemical, Biological, Radiological (CBR) Defense Officer, responsible for CBR protection, training, and executing clean-up procedures.
• Certified Gas Free Engineer (GFE), managing the Gas Free Program and conducted 40+ Gas Free evolutions, including 4 Inherently Dangerous to Life and Health (IDLH) entries, ensuring safe work environments.

Jacksonville, Florida, United States

• Managed a division of 10 personnel responsible for the daily operation, maintenance, and upkeep of all auxiliary machinery and systems, including refrigeration systems, air conditioning systems, water pumps, and a.
• Successfully led and motivated a division through a major engineering inspection, achieving the highest grade the Lead Inspector had seen in two years.
• Managed a $30,000 budget as the Recreation Services Officer, enhancing employee well-being by implementing new recreational activities and outfitting the ship with state-of-the-art gym equipment.
• Directed numerous high-stress evolutions including helicopter operations, small boat maneuvers, and port entries, ensuring the safety of the ship and crew throughout.
• Assumed responsibility for overall physical security of the ship, conducted weekly threat level briefs and possessing authority to employee necessary measures against physical threats to the organization.

Tallahassee, Florida, United States

I attended Florida State University in Tallahassee, Florida and earned my Bachelors of Science degree in Business Management. I was part of the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps while attending school leading to my commission as a Naval Officer.

San Diego, California, United States

• Managed and supervised a diverse team comprising 15 military and 15 civilian employees, ensuring the sanitary and punctual preparation of over 600 meals daily. Oversaw the meticulous maintenance and timely submission.
• Managed procurement of over $200K of subsistence quarterly, ensuring 100% inventory accuracy for 489 line items valued at $46K.
• Achieved zero discrepancies across six consecutive sanitation inspections through meticulous attention to detail and adherence to regulatory standards.
• Mentored 25 junior employees on career growth and professional development, resulting in a 60% increase in promotions and a 92% retention rate.
• Led a dining facility awarded the prestigious 2006 Edward F. Ney award, the highest honor for food service in the Navy.
• Recognized as Junior Sailor of the Quarter (JSOQ) Award recipient in the 1st quarter of 2007, standing out among 58 peers for exceptional performance and dedication.

Kings Bay, Georgia, United States

• I managed the daily operation of a busy kitchen, overseeing a team of 4 employees responsible for food ordering, preparation, space sanitization, and daily service to 140 customers. Ensured strict adherence to food.
• Assisted in planning, preparing, cooking, and serving at a VIP luncheon attended by the Vice President of the United States and his staff.
• Conducted comprehensive training sessions for 15 personnel on sanitation and customer service, emphasizing attention to detail, resulting in successful mission outcomes and passing multiple sanitation and health.
• Led the Combined Federal Campaign, achieving organizational fundraiser goals by contacting 100% of employees and securing over $11,000 in contributions, surpassing the company’s target by more than 25%.

Master'S Degree, Network Operation And Technology

Bachelor'S Degree, Business Management

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