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Albuquerque, Nm, Us

Albuquerque, Nm, Us

Virginia Beach, Virginia, Us

Albuquerque, New Mexico, Us

Albuquerque, Nm, Us

Selected for 4-month Sandia National Laboratories (SNL) SkillBridge Program with Mission Computing Services (MCS) functioning in Program Managerv (PM) & Service Manager (SM) roles. Led & Co-lead projects with internal and external customers. Consistently updated stakeholders during Team Standups, customer follow-ups, Tech Team Engagement focused on continued communication/performance management.● Leveraged subject matter expertise providing leadership to staff through the execution of critical program deliverables. Drove requirements with members of the workforce, within the organization, focused on bi-directional communication focused on performance management.● Responsible for leading and providing tactical planning for the execution of projects by applying technical information systems domain knowledge to achieve project objects and deliverables.● Prepared and executed cost estimates and schedules for information systems and cyber security projects; ensuring projects were completed on time, within budget, and met the technical requirements.● Developed and advanced the stakeholder partnership model across SNL.● Collaborated with external customers (SFO, NNSA, DOE, or other government agencies).● Utilized project management methodologies such as Agile, iterative, spiral and waterfall in managing and tracking the execution of projects.● Effectively managed changes in project scope by using change management, identifying potential issues, and devising contingency planning. ● Developed and recommended program level solutions regarding scope, schedule, cost, change control, quality, human resources, risks, opportunity, and issue management.● Built/sustained effective working relationships across various programs with key sponsors/customers; accountable for stewarding and reporting accurate and actionable project information focused on consistency.

Unit Information Technology Superintendent; directs the formulation and analysis of Information Assurance (IA) policy and planning issues. Leads and manages all Communications Security (COMSEC) materials, equipment, and processes through proactive management. Develops, analyzes, implements, and coordinates system-wide planning goals, objectives, strategies, requirements, and procedures, including evaluative tools and planning models to support the operations, program development, corporate IT strategy, and policy issues of a 120-member organization. As Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO); guides cyber security assessments and implementation, defines security strategies, and evaluates new technology. Leads integrated product teams to identify impacts of vulnerabilities and noncompliance, monitors data sources, and implements remediation plans for 12 network accounts, including its annual revalidation of 120 users—aligns statements of work and procurement documents with cybersecurity requirements and relevant policies and laws and classified security program guideline. Provides detailed analysis of audit findings, evaluation, and recommendations for improvements, optimization and mitigation strategy development, and system security for client-specific or mission-critical challenges/issues to the Authorizing Official. Develops cybersecurity standard operating procedures and integrates guidance into continuity and business preparedness planning.● Developed 309 software and hardware change registers and gained necessary approvals.● ISSO; Mitigated vulnerabilities in $2.6M Top Secret network. Achieved ATO renewal.● Selected for Air Force 3DXXX High Performance Team Chair

Kirtland Air Force Base, Nm, Us

Led a team of five cyber security professionals to ensure operations critical information security across five divisions of 625 employees engaged in testing and evaluation of sensitive and confidential material for AFOTEC. Secured video teleconferencing needs across the division. Synchronize all budgetary needs for division projects, including 12 off-site locations and activities. Advised on subsidiary budget forecasts, aligned financial goals and budget narrative with regulatory requirements. Developed programming modifications and recommendations within relevant guidelines to mitigate funding shortfalls. Implemented internal controls and reconciled all financial documents and reports.● Forecast and managed overall annual IT, R&D (3400) and operations (3600) budgets of $1.5M.● COMSEC Responsible Officer for all Operational Test and Evaluation requirements.● Information Security and Cybersecurity liaison across the organization.Developed and implemented information technology solutions for the Operational Test and Evaluation Center, supporting 12 locations. Managed cyber security strategy including systems infrastructure aligned with communications and operational needs. Directed overall information security for funding, contracts, agreements, and project management for multiple programs, assuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Oversaw procurement, assembly, and deployment of all IT assets. Supervised the IT Review Board.● Resource Advisor and Sole IT Purchaser over $1.2M budget.● Charter Member of the Air Force IT Commodity Council.Awards: Air Force Operational Test & Evaluation Center/Information & Systems Directorate’s (AFOTEC/A6) Excellence Award, 2017 Noncommissioned Officer of the Year, 12 Outstanding Airmen Nominee.

Directed Cyberspace Quality Assurance (QA) for designated systems and technical order distribution office (TODO), leading a team of 8 cyber professionals. Provided support to 74 departments and 8K individual users. Delivered reports, staff studies and briefings on technology infrastructure and security. Evaluated all information technology operations and programs and aligned practice with all legal, DOD, and Air Force policies and regulations. Aligned all Communications and Information department practices with relevant regulatory guidelines. Reported on evaluations, trends, and recommendations in cyber security.● Evaluated/critiqued Cyber QA program; shaped 1-on-1 tech surveys/identified areas for CPI--key to Wing CCRI "Satisfactory" rating● Prepared/equipped 7 cyber warriors; poised Central Command (CENTCOM) for combative Global War on Terrorism (GWOT)--key efforts ensured zero AEF reclamas● Aced QA Course; honed new skillset/educ 54 techs on IT safety measures/MICT--safeguarded 284 personnel and $64M in equipment● Proven leader; honored w/ CA Joint Members Legislative Resolution--earned 412 Mission Support Group (MSG) Noncommissioned Officer (NCO) 4th Quarter 2016

Directed organizational security, records management, and compliance with guidelines on sensitive information. Conducted root-cause analysis and developed recommendations for remediation. Oversaw all office administration for eight senior leaders. Processed all correspondence, documentation, and reports. Prioritized and scheduled meetings and travel. Monitored progress of programs, in-processed new employees. Managed all executive functions for Wing/CC, Wing CV, Wing CCC, Group/CC, Group/CD & Superintendent; liaison to Test Wing (TW), 4 sqs, 2 associate orgs and local school district. Leads & operates groups Command and Control Center during exercises, inspections, accidents, and natural disasters. Organizes groups Quarterly/Annual Awards, Commanders Calls, Town Hall meetings, DV visits and Special Events. Manages/processes all evaluations, awards/decorations, Promotion Recommendation Form (PRF)/ Retention Recommendation Form (RRF) packages, headquarters taskers and official group correspondence.● Sought out for MSG Commander’s Executive position; managed MSG's Workflow program/113 tasker resolutions to TW--vital to 4 Squadrons/1.3K personnel● Oversaw TW Executive duties; advised Brigadier General/crafted 268 Higher Headquarters task responses--directly impacted F-35A combat ready/ Boeing KC-46 Pegasus Milestone-C (MS-C)● Powered Test Wing Commander’s top priority—F-16/F-22 relocation; organized 18 new classified site authority to operate (ATOs) and successfully aligned base for The Long-Range Strike Bomber (LRS-B) mission● Oversaw Mission Support Group’s Unfunded Requirement initiative; de-conflicted 4 squadrons/14 requirements--prioritized $1.8M in requests for optimal business operations strategy

Led 22-member Wing-level (Base) Information Assurance (IA) Team/Program; secured $75M network/74 units/7.8K user accounts. Enabled $31B Air Force Test Center mission. Supervised & trained 4 Noncommissioned Officers & 6 Airmen, interprets/disseminates AF network security policy for EAFB users. Ensured proper inventory of IT equipment and compliance with all relevant regulatory guidelines. Heads staff assisted visits (SAVs) and in person audits on 88 Controlled Access Facilities, ensuring site certification IAW federal, DoD, & AF directives. Monitored maintenance and replacement needs, case numbers, and RMA numbers. Investigated cyber security incidents, sanitized infected system, coordinated remediation reporting w/ Headquarters Agencies. As Squadron Quality Assurance Representative; developed Standard operating procedures (SOPs)/best practices for 22-member IA work center.

Led 8 member Boundary Protection Office (BPO). Defended $75M network w/ intrusion detection and vulnerability assessment tools, safeguards connectivity for 8K. Delivered information system security plans, configuration management, and capabilities around hardening/accreditation, vulnerability assessment through risk management framework with the purpose of mitigating cyber threats. Supervises two IA Representatives, evaluated and sponsored boundary access modifications including web access IAW AF regs. Briefed admins and leaders on vulnerability compliance alerts to protect info operations against ongoing cyber threats. Coordinated cyber security compliance, tracked time sensitive network maintenance tasks and reported violations. Executed net defense countermeasures; took actions in response to command direction or Info Conditions (INFOCONs). Tracked countermeasure application via Vulnerability Management System (VMS), Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Host Based Security System (HBSS)). Resolved vulnerability compliance alerts to protect base info ops against ongoing cyber threats.

Directed, trained, and delivered guidance and informational updates regularly to over 219 Nellis and Creech AFB Information Assurance Officers. Provided information assurance (IA) expertise to 6 Wings & 52 Squadrons ensuring network security for 14K users. Specialized in validating short-notice requests to connect and operate critical Warfighers and Air Operations Center systems. Accomplished systems risk analysis & ensured certification and accreditations (C&A) were completed for 12K systems across two bases.

Provides computer hardware and software support to the Combined Air and Space Operations Center-Nellis(CAOC-N) supporting a robust advanced warfighter training mission. Identifies, diagnoses, and resolves all hardware and software problems relating to computer systems supporting joint and coalition forces. Installs,maintains and repairs all user communications systems within the unit. Verifies service restoration with customers. Works directly with 99th Communications Squadron (99 CS) to ensure all personnel are compliant with Air Force regulations. Updates all Common Access Card (CAC) readers and updates individual certificates. Assists 505th Operations Group Workgroup Manager with network problems and configurations. Additionally, served as the Squadron and Group’s COMSEC Responsible Officer (CRO), Secure Voice Telephone Responsible Officer (SVRO) and Information Assurance Program Manager.

D'Aniello Institute For Veterans And Military Families (Ivmf) Cohort, Project Manager Professional (Pmp)

Master Of Business Administration - Mba

Bachelor'S Degree, Information Systems Business Management

Associate Of Science - As, Information Systems Technology