As the Director for Future Concepts, Test, and Analysis at JFCC IMD I led a diverse team of 16 planners, engineers, and acquisitions specialists in assessing the space, ground, and link layers of the Missile Defense Agency's (MDA) Missile Defense System (MDS) on behalf of the Commander of US Space Command. The position is similar to a Director of Analytics and Technology.Major accomplishments include:● Authored assessment of AEGIS Ashore site Poland for the Commander of US SPACECOM.● Designed a framework to analyze “left of launch” capabilities including cyber, space, and EM domains.● Built an updated missile defense requirements process connecting combatant command needs toMDA and service developers.● Set command objectives for space and missile defense war games and experiments across the DoD.● Routinely worked with senior leaders to adapt operations and strategy to current technology trends and developments in space, cyber, and missile defense.

As a Surface Warfare Officer I am responsible for all aspects of ship operations, in port and at sea. This includes maintenance and upkeep, damage and casualty control, ship handling, seamanship, navigation, and tactical employment of the ship and her various systems.More broadly, I am also responsible for operations planning for not just the ships I am assigned to, but also multi-ship groups to include any assigned aircraft. As part of this aspect of my duties I conduct operations analysis, and risk management.Additionally, I lead and manage the sailors that are charged with the daily tasks around the ship. This includes creating and supervising training plans, maintenance schedules, and managing their careers.

As CANBERRA's very first Captain I set ship’s initial strategy, vision, and operational plans. I was charged with the absolute responsibility for the safety, well-being, and efficiency of my ship and crew of approximately 75 sailors in conducting operations in port and at sea. Job is akin to a Senior Director of Operations, Training, Engineering, and IT.Major accomplishments include:● Managed program for shipwide readiness synchronizing engineering, operations, training, andpersonnel ensuring CANBERRA met requirements for commissioning and delivery.● Built and implemented multiple risk mitigation plans accounting for crew experience, environmentalconcerns, and equipment availability.● Coordinated with Navy shipbuilding enterprise ensureing on-time delivery of CANBERRA to the fleet.● Designed and led an in depth testing plan for ship’s Combat Systems including first live fires ofCANBERRA’s main battery and air defense missile systems.● Coordinated with the Government of Australia for ship’s commissioning in Sydney – a first!

As Montgomery's Commanding Officer, I was charged with the absolute responsibility for the safety, well-being, and efficiency of my ship and crew of approximately 75 sailors conducting operations in port and at sea. Job is akin to a Senior Director of Operations, Training, Engineering, and IT.Major accomplishments include:● Managed program for shipwide readiness synchronizing engineering, operations, training, andpersonnel ensuring MONTGOMERY was ready for fleet operations.● Wrote and executed an organizational strategy to rebuild and grow organizational competency.● Built risk mitigation plans balancing certification requirements with equipment conditions.● Led and managed a complex maintenance period focused on major repairs to propulsion systems andupgrades to ship networks and communications suite.

As MONTGOMERY's Executive Officer I was the direct representative of, and second in command to, the Commanding Officer. I was responsible for the organization, performance of duty, training, maintenance, and good order and discipline of the entire ship's company of 75.I also supervised, and enforced the standards of, every major command program onboard to include navigation, legal matters, equal opportunity programs, and human resources/manpower management. Additionally I supervised and coordinated the ship's schedule in order to ensure that every department was able to meet its various requirements.

I served as the first Capabilities Director for the CNMF, building the organization from the ground up. I led a diverse team of 30 software and hardware developers, as well as 4 acquisition specialists, in the development of tools, infrastructure and services in support of its Cyber Mission Teams and Task Forces. I advised the CNMF Commander and staff on emerging and existing technologies and capabilities to include AI and machine learning, as well as coordinated capability and technology efforts across US Cyber Command and the Service Cyber Components. The role was most like a Director of Engineering, Development, or Product Management.Major accomplishments include:● Designed an end-end architecture for the first CNMF “Hunt Forward” ops including hardware,sensors, security, and data backhaul, plus deployment and post-deployment requirements in aDEVOPS environment.● Developed and built a novel distributed, lost cost, and resilient cyber infrastructure supporting capability development, malware analysis, Cyber ISR, and other national level cyber operations.● Developed and implemented data access strategies to IC and DoD big data platforms in support ofoperations across the cyber spectrum.● Managed and executed a budget in excess of $100M across a number of portfolios.● Authored cyber capability requirements, both in and out of the JCIDs process, in support of globalcyber operations and other special programs executed by the CNMF.

As CHIEF's Commanding Officer, I was charged with the absolute responsibility for the safety, well-being, and efficiency of my ship and crew of approximately 97 sailors conducting operations in port and at sea. Job is akin to a Senior Director of Operations, Training, Engineering, and IT.Major accomplishments include:● Managed program for shipwide readiness synchronizing engineering, operations, training, andpersonnel leading to CHIEF being the most ready ship per 7th Fleet Commander metrics.● Planned and executed a significant test of new technologies and techniques in a live environment toinclude risk mitigation planning and communication with US and Korean executive leadership.● Led and managed a complex maintenance including significant tech upgrades.● Integrated with, and worked closely, with partners in the Japanese Maritime Self Defense Force andRepublic of Korea Navy in operations at sea and ashore.

As CHIEF's Executive Officer I was the direct representative of, and second in command to, the Commanding Officer. I was responsible for the organization, performance of duty, training, maintenance, and good order and discipline of the entire ship's company of 97.I also supervised, and enforced the standards of, every major command program onboard to include navigation, legal matters, equal opportunity programs, and human resources/manpower management. Additionally I supervised and coordinated the ship's schedule in order to ensure that every department was able to meet its various requirements.

As the Combat Systems Officer (CSO) I was the department head directly responsible to the Commanding Officer for the upkeep, repair, and operation of the ship's communications systems, computer networks (classified and unclassified), radars, sonars, major caliber weapons, torpedoes, small arms, and all related ancillary equipment. As the CSO I also managed the ship's boarding teams, anti-terrorism/force protection (ATFP) programs, ammunition accountability program, and explosives safety program.Additionally, I was the Captain's primary adviser on the tactical employment of his ship, and its weapons and sensors. To that end, I was responsible for developing and maintaining his Battle Orders which are a set of instructions on how to fight the ship in his absence.My department consisted of 80 people including 4 junior officers directly reporting to me for the management of the various functional divisions of my department.The closest civilian equivalent to this job would be Chief Technology Officer for a small to mid-size business.Apart from my normal duties I was also DE WERT's primary point of contact for public relations during her very high profile cruise of the Great Lakes from July to October 2012. In that role I liaised and coordinated with public relations staffs and news crews, in both the United States and Canada. During that time frame I conducted interviews for both TV programs and newspapers, was the head tour guide and docent for 8 VIP tours, and served as the emcee for 4 high profile receptions, hosting military and civilian dignitaries from both the United States and Canada.

As the Main Propulsion Assistant (MPA) I was the Chief Engineer's direct representative for all concerns in the Engineering Department. Based on the minimal manning model utilized in the Littoral Combat Ship Class, I was responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of all propulsion, electrical, damage control, and auxiliary systems on board, as well as all of the major departmental programs such as lube and fuel oil quality management, marine chemistry, and water testing.As one of the first MPA's in the history of the LCS-2 class, I was responsible for the creation of all instructions, standard operating procedures, and programs that would be used by all future ships of the class. Additionally, in my time spent in the shipyard during its construction I became well versed in industrial hygiene and safety, and managing industrial level projects.While I was MPA, I led and managed 10 direct reports. This included organizing and supervising their training on board, including out of career specialty training topics in order to meet the robust cross-training requirements of the LCS program.

As the Damage Control Assistant (DCA) I was the Chief Engineer's direct representative for all damage control capabilities and concerns on the ship. To this end I was responsible for the training and management of the ship's fire fighting, pipe patching, and flooding control teams. Additionally I was responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of all damage control related equipment and was the ship's marine chemist.During casualties I was responsible for the direction and deployment of the various damage control teams throughout the ship, as well as evaluating and prioritizing damage control efforts during multiple casualty events.As DCA I led and managed 10 direct reports. This encompassed creating and supervising training plans, approving work plans, and general human resources administration.

As Auxiliaries Officer I was the division officer responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the ship's pressurized air, hydraulic, steam distribution, potable water creation and distribution, sea water service, and helicopter recover systems, as well as the ship's small boats.Additionally, I led and managed 13 direct reports. This encompassed creating and supervising training plans, approving work plans, and general human resources administration.