Michael Kirkland Email & Phone Number

Greater Houston

I am currently transitioning from the Army and actively seeking new employment opportunities. If you can speak to my skills and experiences, I would greatly appreciate your endorsements and recommendations. Thank you for your support!

Huntsville, Alabama, United States

Thrilled to announce the successful completion of my internship with OTM Cyber as a Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst! I want to express my deepest gratitude to OTM for providing me with an incredible opportunity to delve into the world of cybersecurity. Over the past three months, I've had the privilege of working on a range of projects, from proactive threat hunting to collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance cybersecurity defenses.Here's a snapshot of my experience:Key Responsibilities:• Conducted proactive threat hunting and cyber threat intelligence research using open source and closed intelligence feeds.• Monitored networks with Sophos’ products and Boeing’s Security Monitoring Infrastructure System (SMIS) to fortify cybersecurity defenses.• Responded to alerts, strictly adhering to standing operating procedures and promptly executing incident response plans as necessary.• Analyzed event logs and network packets, identifying and mitigating potential malicious activity.• Fostered a collaborative environment to effectively address security challenges with cross-functional teams.Professional Development: Studied for CompTIA Security+ Completed training programs in:• Entry-Level Cybersecurity• MITRE ATT&CK Defender Fundamentals• MITRE ATT&CK Defender Threat Hunting• Sophos Central Endpoint and Server Protection Certified Engineer• Sophos Central Email.A big thank you to the entire OTM Cyber Team for their support and mentorship throughout this valuable learning journey. Excited to carry these experiences forward as I continue to grow in the field of cybersecurity!

Texas, United States

In my role as an Army Career Counselor, I conducted interviews and provided counseling to over 600 personnel, assisting them in determining and achieving individual career goals and training needs. I also planned and managed retention programs for seven units, utilizing trend analysis to predict changes and identify areas for improvement. Additionally, I served in concurrent positions as the team's treasurer, raising and managing funds for events, and served in the role of Retention Assistant Leader. Through innovative strategies and efficient management, we contributed to the achievement of 112% of the FY22 Reenlistment Mission and a 28% reduction in contract errors. Noteworthy Achievements:• Top Army Reserve Drill Sergeant Candidate Producer FY19• Top Area out of 85 Areas within Army Reserve Careers Group FY20

Served as a Primary Senior Instructor/Writer for Civil Affairs (CA) Military Occupation Specialty Transition Course and Advance Leadership Course (ALC); provided mentorship and traning to Alternate Instructors. Performed over 400 hrs of instruction as Primary Instructor for ALC and provided countless hrs of support to adjacent level courses. •Reorganized training and eval materials both analog and digitally on Blackboard improving efficiency of course preparation and execution •Developed and implemented CA ALC’s culminating event (Staff Exercise) to validate students’ ability to perform learning objectives as a CA NCO, incorporated U.S. Training & Doctrine Cmd’s Training Support Packages and military licensed Google Earth resulting in the development of realistic military products and graphics supporting the mantra “Train as you fight”•Conducted Risk Management to mitigate risk to personnel, cadre, and quality of training that resulted in zero injuries or course non-conducts•Worked with training developers to integrate new doctrine into Program of Instructions and Lesson Plans•Ensured prepared courseware was current, relevant, and updated•Reviewed End of Course Critiques and results from Post-Instructional Conferences to recommend improvements to courses, improve instructional training and practical exercises•Provided course content and materials to instructors’ activities•Ensured training products, materials, and residual records met John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School & TRADOC standards•Coordinated logistical and automation requirements w/ adjacent orgs, notably building rapport w/ adjacent unit setting the foundation for future coordination for medical support for CA Courses•Concurrently served as Test Control Officer coordinating and managing testing activities for courses: administered, graded, and safeguarded test in accordance with Army and TRADOC Regs resulting in passing all inspections

With a strong background in training and operations, I have consistently demonstrated my ability to plan, execute, and assess comprehensive training programs to meet mission and operational objectives. My experience includes conducting unit planning conferences, tracking readiness metrics, and managing training resources to ensure optimal performance and preparedness.•Managed the planning, preparation, execution, and assessment of unit training using Digital Training Management System and Army Regulations and Field Manuals•Conducted needs assessment of Individual’s Training Plan to forecast professional educational requirements resulting in better efficacy in quota allocation of course seats•Responsible for tracking and monitoring unit’s readiness metrics to include preparing update briefs for the command•Reserved personnel for schools and requested orders for attendance and mission requirements•Performed additional duties as the BN’s Reviewing & Non-Travel Entry Official ensuring travel authorizations and vouchers were submitted and reviewed efficiently IAW Joint Federal Regs•Created and managed unit’s Knowledge Management Site through Army Knowledge Online which promoted knowledge sharing within all unit functional areas•Developed TTP for unit’s SOP for Movement Operations•Coordinated training facilities and resources to meet training obj; leveraged local U.S. Coast Guard Ed Services to language test personnel saving the BN approximately $50,000 annually•Tracked all individual and unit training requirements during pre-deployment and post-mobilization for Afghanistan 2011 deployment enabling the unit to successfully meet all validation requirements•Managed the accountability of unit’s property worth $1,771,786.48 via cyclic, sensitive, 100% inventories•Managed unit’s Safety Program, regularly conducting and implementing risk assessments; instrumental in unit attaining safety goals and 22/32 personnel trained in the Cdr’s Safety Course.

Nothern Afghanistan

Served as the Sr Enlisted of a five-member CA TM and managed interpreter.•Instrumental in securing dedicated interpreter support for CA Ops, enabling the team to function autonomously w/out dependence on interpreters from ext units as a result it enhanced interoperability significantly bolstered mission effectiveness and operational efficiency•Concurrently served as Contracting Officer Representative, Project Purchasing Officer, and Pay Agent in accordance w/ project funding restrictions•We spearheaded projects centered on critical infrastructure & humanitarian aid, effectively enhancing security, fostering economic development, and facilitating govt provision of essential services to citizens•Conducted CA Ops supporting the security, governance, and reconstruction of Afghanistan; managed over 3 million dollars of reconstruction projects•Our team conducted critical infrastructure assessments and submitted project proposals ensuring Measure of Effectiveness & Measure of Performance were ID and supportive of the lines of effort resulting in the implementation of 24 projects•We initiated and conducted quality assurance of 3 Critical Infrastructure Protection Programs, consisting of 30 checkpoints, 22 platoons and 675 guards comprised of local multi-ethnic militia members•Managed 15 funds disbursements and payments as Pay Agent of over $450,000 w/out commingling or mishandling of funds•Utilized Secure Systems to provide relevant sensitive tactical info regarding projects, gov, security, and economic development efforts•Managed overlays in Google Earth App in a secured environment to develop shared understanding w/ Coalition Forces and International Partners•Planned and executed Humanitarian Assistance Activities and mitigated civilian interference with military operations•Established and maintained comms w/ civilian agencies to coordinate, synchronize, and execute efforts between the military and Unified Action Partners along all lines of efforts

Texas, United States

•Oversaw the storage, organization, and tracking of parts and components used in Cummins generators•Monitored stock levels to ensure optimal inventory levels were maintained, ordered new parts when necessary, and minimized excess or obsolete inventory•Received and managed the receipt of incoming parts shipments, verifying quantities and quality, and ensuring timely processed parts to technicians or customers•Implemented quality control measures to ensure that all parts met Cummins’ standards and specifications•Maintained accurate records of inventory transactions, including receipts, shipments, and stock adjustments using Oracle Database•Developed and maintained relationships with transportation services to ensure timely delivery of parts and negotiated favorable terms and pricing•Supervised employees and warehouse operations in the absence of the General Manager, provided guidance, and fostered a positive and productive work environment•Ensured safety standards were met with all health and safety regulations in the warehouse, including proper handling and storage of hazardous materials in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration•Conducted continuous improvements by identifying opportunities for process improvements and implemented initiatives to streamline warehouse operations and reduce costs•Provided customer service collaborating with service technicians and other internal stakeholders to ensure timely fulfillment of parts orders and addressed any customer inquiries or concerns•Operated forklift to pull large generators, and parts to assembly lines for technicians to conduct up-fits; conducted receiving and shipment operations for both large pallets and parcels

Eastern Afghanistan

Served as the Senior Enlisted of a five-member CA Team and helped manage local national interpreters to ensure personnel were trained, equipped and ready to conduct missions while maintaining operational security and mitigating risk to the mission and personnel.•Responsible for Civil Military Operations and Counterinsurgency Initiatives supporting security, governance, and reconstruction Operations of a Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT) in Eastern Afghanistan•Supported Civil Military Operations Center activities establishing, maintaining, positively influencing relations between Coalition Forces and the international community to establish, restore, and maintain a stable operational environment•Located civil resources to support government officials and support capacity building within governance•Coordinated with and provided support to United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan to conduct resettlement operations for repatriates and internally displaced civilians•Mitigated civilian interference with military operations and performed humanitarian assistance activities in support of disaster relief operations as a result of flooding due to poor water shedding in the district of Dari Noor•Maintained biographical sketches on key person of interest•Performed atmospheric collections in 22 districts fostering situational awareness and demonstrating U.S. resolve to support GIRoA succeed•Spearheaded and implemented ArcGIS Software Capabilities; facilitating the first provincial mapping initiative in Afghanistan of current infrastructure, proposed and completed projects by GIRoA, NGO’s and IGO’s ultimately reducing redundancy of project execution and waste of resources

Iraq

First deployment in support of the Global War on Terrorism. Served as a Civil Affairs Specialist on a five-man Civil Affairs Team supporting reconstruction efforts and counterinsurgency operations.•Assisted in project management of numerous infrastructure reconstruction projects•Supported “End to End” contracting and bidding process with Iraqi and Foreign Nationals•Aided in-progress site inspections, in-progress program reviews, and final inspections•Meticulously provided security during actions on objectives during Key Leader Engagements and Civil Affairs Assessments adhering to Rules of Engagement and performing Escalation of Force when deemed necessary•Executed countless of tactical movements as a crew-serve gunner and driver during liaison operations, and site surveys in hostile environments•Maintained tactical vehicles, radios, cryptographic fills for communication devices, coordinated fills w/ Electronic Warfare Officers to ensure Improvised Explosive Devices Jamming Equipment were updated, all crew-served and personal weapons systems were serviced and battle ready

Texas, United States

•Collaborated seamlessly within a high-performing six-member technical sales team, fostering synergy and achieving collective success through effective communication and coordinated efforts•Conducted customer on-site physical security and technical assessments•Evaluated customers’ needs against technical portfolio

•Orchestrated all personnel management responsibilities as a personnel administration manager, improved company’s personnel operations and achieved commendable ratings during Brigade’s FY’02 and FY’03 Command Inspections•Responsible for managing and tracking promotions, awards, paid time off and nonchargeable time off, managing personnel files and providing customer service for personnel and finance actions•Revamped unit’s filing system to adhere to the Army Records Keeping System passing command inspection•Concurrently served as Alternate Unit Armor and the Alternate Command Driver all while maintaining human resource daily activities•Secured and maintained proper maintenance on $50,000 worth of equipment while maintaining 100% accountability and passing all physical security and command inspections of the Unit Arms Room•Concurrently served as Unit’s Special Events Organizer for organization’s Christmas Party and Organization Day demonstrating excellent organizational skills that facilitated well-planned and successful executed events

Hawaii, United States

Served as an Administrative Specialist supporting liaison activities between HHD, USACAP and numerous military agencies in support of its critical mission. I had the honor to support deactivating the unit after it successfully completed its mission in 2001. •Provided top notch customer support and administrative service to incoming and outgoing personnel from the Continental United States to Hawaii for reassignment to and from Johnston Atoll•Processed prompt and precise submission of all finance and personnel actions to designated organizations, ensuring seamless coordination and compliance •Instrumental in streamlining the in-processing procedures to better facilitate the billeting, transportation, and appointment scheduling for over 150 personnel•Managed the processing of sensitive documents and records with the Finance Office, Military Personnel Office, and the Dental Clinic •Conducted comprehensive Army Physical Fitness Training sessions, fostering a culture of health and fitness among personnel, thereby contributing to overall readiness and morale•Played a vital role in assisting liaison operations for the deactivation of USACAP upon completion of its mission. Demonstrated resilience and commitment as the sole remaining Specialist (Promotable) within the liaison section to continue operations without any decline until mission complete

Texas

Served as an Assistant to the GS14 Air Traffic Control Chief.•Oversaw the efficient distribution of incoming and outgoing official correspondence for Robert Gray Army Airfield and executive staff, ensuring timely delivery and receipt of critical documents essential for seamless operations and decision-making processes•Prepared and managed official memorandums and endorsements, maintaining strict adherence to the Army Regulations and Army Records Keeping System standards for file organization and documentation integrity, thereby ensuring regulatory compliance and seamless record maintenance•Overhauled inventory management system organizing expendable and accountable items, significantly enhancing accountability and efficiency, resulting in streamlined reordering processes for routine stock replenishment

South Korea

As a young Soldier, freshly out of Boot Camp/Advance Individual Training, I had the honor and opportunity to serve in South Korea as an Administrative Specialist assigned to 168 Medical Battalion (Area Support Hospital) S1 w/concurrent duties as the unit's primary postal clerk. •Concurrently served as the Unit’s Primary Mail Clerk ensuring the processing of all first and second-class mail, to include, bulk rate mail, with impeccable efficiency, thus maintaining a consistent zero backlog•Received commendable ratings on the mailroom inspection from the Army’s Installation Postal Office•Ensured all files were in accordance with the Army Records Keeping System•Effectively and efficiently managed and tracked all paid time off and non-chargeable time off in accordance with Army Regulations resulting in zero deficiencies noted on the Command Inspection Program•Coordinated and processed hundreds of personnel actions request to higher headquarters and conducted routine follow-ups on pending actions to expedite completion, thus facilitating a seamless administrative processes