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San Antonio, Tx, Us

Arlington, Virginia, Us

-Serve as Executive Communication Lead for the IMCOM Commanding General (CG). Provide full support for all needs of the CG including meeting, briefing, VTC, SVTC and other high-level meetings.- Conduct market research and prepares analysis of alternatives, develops performance work statements/statements of work, negotiates with vendors and customers, and manages contract performance.-Develop policies and procedures providing advice and guidance to Chief Information Officer (CIO) concerning a variety of procurement issues.-Serve as an analyst for matters related to the acquisition of Information Management and Technology (IMT) hardware, software, and services.-Responsible for reviewing proposed IMT business requirements, contractual actions for conformance with regulatory requirements and procurement practices.-Provide technical support to the CG and Executive Staff to maintain and troubleshoot various commercial voice and data equipment to support all systems. -Collaborate with the supported command’s staff and senior leadership; providing technical expertise and assists in the acquisition and testing stages of expansion / upgrade of the IMCOM segment of the command's network infrastructure. Serve as an analyst for matters related to the acquisition of information management and technology (IMT) hardware, software, and services.-Research and propose upgrades to equipment for the Communications Team, ensuring compatibility with existing equipment prior to purchase. -Participate in preliminary concept meetings, analyzes potential problem areas with the electronic interface of the project proposals, and identifies possible applications for incorporation of state-of-the-art technology into proposed projects. -Secret Clearance.-Previously held a TS/SCI with NATO, DACAP, TK and IT-II security clearance.

-Planning and deployment of new network infrastructure equipment and associated monitoringand management systems.-Performs trouble-shooting support to diagnose and resolve network problems. Repair andupgrade of existing infrastructure equipment and associated monitoring and managementsystems.-Interfacing with engineering, customer service and customer field techs team, vendors andsuppliers.-Support and understand for IP technologies, including but not limited to: network connectivity,IP addressing, Routing Protocols, VPNs, Load Balancing, and, terminating and testing ofEthernet, coax and fiber cabling.-Maintain records/logs of repairs and fixes and maintenance schedule.-Install and configure appropriate switch/router software and functions according tospecifications.-Terminates and installs copper and fiber optics cables to patch user workstations, patchpanels, and cross-connects. Tests network cabling and connectivity to the desktop using OTDR,tone generator, and wire mapping tools. Mount network devices and apply groundingrequirements adhering to quality control and safety guidelines. Routes cables through trays inceilings and floors.-Remove excess cables from previous installations maintaining cable management-Configures switches and routers for new deployments and replacements-Updates and maintains network documentation and diagrams including IP addresses, ports,protocols, services, physical device placement, and logical data flow. Reviews network logs foranomalies and configuration errors.-Design new networks and develops technical solutions for execution. Performs configurationmanagement and backups.-Assist and train co-workers in daily duty functions.-Responds to service calls and provides customer support for network issues-Able to work independently and in a team environment to resolve issues and meet deadlines

Fort Sam Houston, Tx, Us

-Served as Command and Communications Officer in Charge of the Geographic CombatantCommander’s (COCOM) Communications Team, and responsible for the overall management,control, coordination and executes all reporting requirements.-Directly interfaced with the SDDC, USSOUTHCOM, ARCENT, ARNORTH, SMDC, ARCYBER,ARMY SOUTH, NETCOM, 7th Signal Command Theater, 21th Signal Brigade staffs, andadditional communication teams.-Provided technical support to the Communication Teams to maintain and troubleshoot variouscommercial and tactical satellite (TACSAT) voice and data equipment to support eachcommand in CONUS and OCONUS locations.-Maintained and troubleshot communication systems for the supported commands forwardcommunications travel teams, and Commanding General’s home.-Personnel and administrative manager for the seven communications Teams; applyingtheories, regulations, policies and guidelines define by Human Resource Command and the21st Signal Brigade applicable in military personnel management.-Collaborated with the supported command’s staff and senior leadership; providing technicalexpertise and assists in the acquisition and testing stages of expansion/upgrade of the GC3Tsegment of the command's network infrastructure.-Performed necessary troubleshooting functions in the GC3T office and providedtroubleshooting support to the deployed Communications Teams.-Researched and proposed equipment upgrades for the Communications Team, ensuringcompatibility with existing equipment prior to purchase.-Participated in preliminary concept meetings, analyzes potential problem areas with theelectronic interface of the project proposals, and identifies possible applications for incorporationof state-of-the-art technology into proposed projects.-Held a TS/SCI with NATO, DACAP, TK and IT-II security clearance.

Wiesbaden, Apo Ae, De

-Served as Command and Communications Executive Communication Team PM responsiblefor the overall management, control, coordination and execution of all reporting requirements for2D Signal Brigade.-Directly interfaced with the AFRICOM, EUCOM, SACEUR, USARAF, USAREUR, NETCOM,Brigade staffs, and additional communication assets on a daily basis.-Provided technical support to Teams to maintain and assists in the troubleshooting of variouscommercial and tactical satellite voice and data equipment to support each command.-Provided complete personnel, administrative, and recruitment functions for the fivecommunications Teams applying theories, regulations, policies and guidelines that are definedby Human Resource Command and NETCOM.-Developed a highly regarded recruitment process ensuring that only the best are selected toserve on a Communications team. As an additional request from the Brigade Commander (BC)was asked to also apply these procedures for the Nuclear Surety and Personnel ReliabilityPrograms. Special consideration to privacy and sensitivity of the programs ensured that trustedand qualified personnel were selected. Gained access to all S1 functions and data systems toaid with the recruitment process.-Researched and proposed equipment upgrades for the Communications Team. This includedall portable transport and satellite equipment was up to industry standards and acceptable forthe CG ensuring compatibility with existing equipment.-Participated in concept meetings that analyzes potential problem areas with the electronicinterface of the project proposals, and identified possible applications for incorporation of state-of-the-art technology into proposed projects.-Responsible for the all briefings, slides and presentations for the monthly Special ProgramsDirectorate (SPD) that briefs the BC on the status of GC3T, PRP and Nuclear Surety teamsthroughout Europe.Held a TS/SCI with NATO, DACAP, TK and IT-II security clearance.

Arlington, Virginia, Us

Serves as Command and Communications Support Manager of the Geographic Combatant Commander’s (COCOM) Communications Team, and responsible for the overall management, control, coordination and executes all reporting requirements. Directly interfaces with the SDDC, USSOUTHCOM, ARCENT, ARNORTH, SMDC, ARCYBER, ARMY SOUTH, NETCOM, 7th Signal Command Theater, 21th Signal Brigade staffs, and additional communication teams.- Provides technical support to the Communication Teams to maintain and troubleshoot various commercial and tactical satellite (TACSAT) voice and data equipment to support each command in CONUS and OCONUS locations, including its interface equipment to the Defense Red Switch Networkphone system, and connections to secure Local Area Network (LAN) computers for the command'svoice and data nets. Maintains and troubleshoots LAN systems for the supported commands forwardcommunications travel teams, and Commanding General’s home.- Personnel and administrative manager for the seven communications Teams; applies the theories, regulations, policies and guidelines define by Human Resource Command and the 21st SignalBrigade applicable in military personnel management.- Collaborates with the supported command’s staff and senior leadership; provides technical expertise and assists in the acquisition and testing stages of expansion/upgrade of the GC3T segment of the command's network infrastructure. Performs necessary troubleshooting functions in the GC3T office and provides troubleshooting support to the deployed Communications Teams.- Researches and proposes equipment upgrades for the Communications Team, ensuring compatibility with existing equipment prior to purchase. Participates in preliminary concept meetings, analyzes potential problem areas with the electronic interface of the project proposals, and identifies possibleapplications for incorporation of state-of-the-art technology into proposed projects.

Washington, Dc, Us

• Maintain all shipboard navigation, communications, scientific instrumentation and acoustic systems. Systems include Doppler Radar, Multi/Single-beam Echo Sounders (EK-60/ES-60), Global Positioning Systems, Satellite, Telephone PBX with VoIP interface, CCTV, routers, switches and Electronic Chart Display & Information System (ECDIS) while on sea going missions.• Provide user network account support to include setup and configuring user profile, e-mail, peripheral access and troubleshoot user account problems and daily user support issues. • Perform server system administration and support including monitoring and restoring backups, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol leases, manage user accounts through Active Directory on domain to include adding, removing, and moving user accounts and computers.• Support managers, project leads and customers by assisting with information technology support for system moves and upgrades. Perform site surveys to ensure ships meet policy requirements and report discrepancies to managers. Ensure directed changes are completed and meet standards.• Perform duties as radio operator on Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS). If emergency situations arise will be responsible for contact and relaying of messages to responding personnel for rescue operations.• Responsible for implementing special projects or initiatives that reduce life cycle costs, and improve ship maintainability, reliability, and supportability for electronics and mission systems.

• Maintain 29 National Atmospheric and Oceanographic Administration remote sites in south Texas. On-call 24/7 for repair of equipment.• Perform routine maintenance and repair of Scientific Radio, Armstrong and Crown transmitters. Repairs were completed down to the component level using voltmeters, oscilloscopes, IFR receivers, telephone monitoring equipment, etc.• Analyze and interpret schematic drawings for full repair and restoral of all equipment.• Utilizes computer interface software for remote monitoring and repair of associated equipment.• Performs field strength tests for quality control of output signal so all users within area are able to receive.• Maintain company provided vehicle and spare parts stock valued at $200,000.• Daily interaction with National Oceanographic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and National Weather Service personnel on equipment operation and availability.

Chevy Chase, Md, Us

August 2010 – Present – Abacus Technology – AETC/AEF Functional Manager, Randolph AFB, TX (Term Position)• AETC/A6 Air Expeditionary Force (AEF) main focal point for the deployment of short notice tasking in support of OND/OEF for the 3DXXX career field. Maintained a 0% non-availability rate for deployments.• Responsible for deliberate and rotational/crisis planning, policy development, implementation, maintenance and execution of all related contingency war planning activities.• Analyzed, developed, and evaluated detailed plans, established goals and objectives for long-range implementation.• Planned, organized, and directed the related activities, monitored compliance with applicable regulatory, organizational, and procedural guidelines and directives.

Chevy Chase, Md, Us

Manage the Unified Capabilities (UC) Program for HQ AETC/A6 Communications. Presently the shift in DoD wide of the use of TDM Telephone Switches has us working on the new concept of UC. The BLUF of this is that you will no longer have a hard line on your desk. DISA will discontinue all Cooper TDM use after 2017. UC integrates standards-based communication and collaboration services including, but not limited to E-Mail, Voice, Video, Team workspaces, Text Messaging, Web/Data Conferencing and Web Collaboration. Essentially this means that you will do everything from the desktop of your PC.

Norman, Oklahoma, Us

Working on Randolph AFB doing all the building for compliance with the new architecture as directed by the Air Force.

Chevy Chase, Md, Us

IT PM for AETC at Randolph AFB. Will be supporting al AEF actions concerning IT personnel and equipment.

Global, Us

Duties/Responsibilities: Currently serves; CSC) under the Elevated Sensors (ES) Program - Operation Iraqi Freedom/Operation Enduring Freedom (OIF/OEF). Directly supervises of over 20 employees with oversight on 148 individuals in the field. Duties include planning, managing, coordinating and executing the entire range of sustainment maintenance support and overall readiness activities in support of Field Sustainment Support Division (FSSD), C4ISR Electronic Sustainment Support Command (ESSC) and Communications-Electronic Command (CECOM) equipment in OIF/OEF. Responsible for reviewing, evaluating and developing support concepts to be employed in the sustainment of the ES systems and looks for opportunities to incorporate FSSD and ESSC mission functions into those sustainment plans. Attends and participates in USF-I/USFOR-A Corps related meetings, to plan support, resolve problems or issues and provide status on any actions affecting ES support structure. Provides Government Contracting Officer Representative (COR) with alternative solutions and methods to achieve program objectives. He ensures all Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Army Regulations (AR) and CECOM regulatory guidance is followed. Maintains record of changes in instructions and ensures all individuals are informed of changes. Prepares performance evaluations, administration reporting, timecards, daily statistics, logs and task narratives. Responsible for status and task management reports to higher echelon. Sets up and manages project facilities as directed by the SCR. Performs all duties of the ES/SCR during absences.

Herndon, Virginia, Us

, Responsible for establishing and managing the daily operation of Elevated Sensors Forward Operating Hub in Northern Iraq. Directly responsible for the daily accountability, life support and tasking of 30 personnel throughout the Area of Operation. Responsible for the sustainment and fielding of 75 RAID (Rapid Aerostat Initial Deployment)/BETSS-C (Base Expeditionary Targeting Surveillance Systems- Combined) and 60 RDISS (Rapid Deployment Integrated Surveillance Systems). Successfully completed newly transitioned contract of 60 RDISS systems from previous vendor to a reportable and successful sustainment program. Tracked and monitored all parts for existing and future fielded systems. Managed Hub inventory in excess of $100 million. Management a multi-disciplined team to include FSR's (Field Service Reps), Generator Mechanics, Logisticians and subordinated managers ensure over 90% Operational Readiness. Interfaced with the military customers on a daily basis to ensure their expectations were met or exceeded and provided support and training to field technicians and maintain RAID Logistics website for accuracy and details. Performed dual role as Ops/Hub Manager in absence of upper management. planning, coordinating and directing the activities of administrative, program, and technical personnel.

Herndon, Virginia, Us

, Responsible for maintaining tactical optic sensor systems mounted on pneumatic mast assemblies and Aerostat aerial platforms. Performed system diagnostic testing, fault isolation to defective system component; made repairs in a shop environment and also at the customer location. Ensured a full inspection of system components, preventive maintenance, testing and troubleshooting of modules and circuit cards to the component level. Maintained and repaired pneumatic controlled mast assemblies, optical and infrared (IR) sensors, cable assemblies and gimbal mounted gyro-compass assemblies using system drawings and electronic schematics. Test Equipment such as oscilloscopes, multi-meters and DC power supplies wee used on a daily basis for troubleshooting. Performed system functional analysis and failure data reporting, evaluates system performance, installs approved system modifications, and recommends system architecture and technical change proposals. Documented maintenance tasks via local or web-based reporting system, provided system functional briefings to customer and his supervisor. Conducted engineering/development tests and detailed experimental testing to collect design data or assist in general research

Performing field network infrastructure surveys in medical treatment facilities for cable plant (copper and fiber) and network electronics inside communication closets. Wrote Technical Data Package (TDP) for network electronics and/or cable plant infrastructure designs based on survey information to include all designs, Bill of Materials (BOM) and CADD/Visio drawings, statements of work (SOW) for network electronics and cable plant installation materials and labor. Performed quality assurance inspections and tests on cable plant infrastructures and network electronic installations; installed and configured network electronics as required. Interacted with Government and industry engineers to help develop system specifications and identify and integrate technologies and identified system performance requirements based on analysis of projected network user demand and concept of operation. Worked closely with government and industry engineers and managers to advise them on the operationally relevant status of assigned tasks.

Took a break from the Desert and helped my wife with her business

, Managed six production work centers; Data, Helpdesk, Transmission, Voice, Network Operations Center and Security Operations Center totaling 80 personnel. Oversaw the implementation of Active Directory 5.5 and 2K3; fully implemented backup solutions using Veritas and NT. Monitored and maintained all enterprise functions by Data technicians under span of control being responsible for the advanced planning, coordination of direct and support project modifications for the International Zone. Area of responsibility included over 5000 end users on three different classified networks. During a migration of accounts, was responsible for migrating and reestablishing over 5000 users to the new domain along with coordinating the move of 20 long haul circuits from the old Tech Control Facility to the new location. Coordinated and prepared daily and weekly task status reports for briefing upper management and military leaders on Network Health.

Us

Installed Video Teleconference Suite (VTC) for Operation Enduring freedom on Bagram Air Field, Forward Operating Base (FOB) Salerno, FOB Kandahar, and Kabul. Managed all aspects of the project from implementation to final turnover. Was instrumental in designing and engineering the Joint Operations Center (JOC). Main equipment installed was Crestron, Extron, Mitsubishi, NEC and various VTC equipment. Project consists of three VTC rooms connecting to the overall JOC floor with Cat5, Fiber optic and coax interconnections. Project was valued close to 900,000 dollars. Completed all redline drawings in Auto Cadd and delivered to appropriate government agencies.

Reston, Virginia, Us

Responsible for overall management of site operations for the establishment and implementation of the navy marine Corp Intranet (NMCI). Conducted daily and weekly meetings with Base Commander and Navy personnel; supervised Inside Plant (ISP) and Outside Plant (OSP) GD Leads, two Japanese subcontractor and one US subcontractor on a daily basis. Detailed and tracked all aspects of the project to include Quality Assurance, Project management, Redline drawings and reports. Ensured the timely and correct installation of approximately 5000 Cat 5e LAN drops and over 130,000 feet of OSP duct, 37 manholes and hand holes and 60,000 feet of fiber optic cable. Performed QA performance checks on subcontractors and base personnel. Knowledgeable in TIA/EIA, BICSI and OSHA directives ensure a flawless installation.

Reston, Virginia, Us

Provided technical expertise to customers, users and company personnel at both domestic and international field sites in support of 9/11. Part of team that developed, implemented, installed, tested, modified, and operated Cisco and Tellabs equipment. Developed test plans and preventive maintenance measures. Instructed customers in the operation and maintenance of installed systems and served as company liaison with customers on administrative and technical matters for assigned projects

Reston, Virginia, Us

Covered the South Texas Region and supervised contractors in the installation of Nortel and Fujitsu Sonet, ATM and Access Backbone projects. Completed reviews of project data, operational configurations, redline drawings and completion documents. Conferred with Engineers with diverse logistical and practical matters concerning the project. Responsible for twenty-one company owned sites. Installed and maintained all telecommunications equipment within the South West Texas area. Served 20 years in

Plano, Texas, Us

Responsible for the management of all field maintenance operations, ensuring that company directives and policies are implemented and total customer satisfaction is achieved he was responsible for direct scheduling and job requirements to include manpower, materials, tools and equipment; responsible for familiarizing all personnel with the project to minimize lost time and costs. Monitored the progress of all projects, kept them on schedule, within budget and company standards.

Randolph Afb, Tx, Us

Provided outstanding performance throughout a 20 year military career in electronics/Telecommunications. Served as primary member of a highly qualified Ground Radio maintenance repair team, equipment included HF/VHF/UHF transmitters and receivers, analog/digital recording; performed project management and engineering functions for over eight years, including large scale Local Area Networks (LAN) and electronic/computer projects at locations worldwide. Provided technical and configuration support for Engineering and Installation teams (E&I) and contractor personnel at on-site installation locations worldwide. Maintained all communications systems for Air Intelligence Agency located around the world. Developed and maintained extensive blueprints for locations worldwide which entailed over 1000 Computer Aided Drawings (CADD) to a single database location for easy access. Resolved a wide range of customer problems, applying diplomacy and assertiveness to delivery delays, fee and budget problems, property management decisions, airline emergencies and in-flight problems, and culture/communication barriers. Planned, and developed over 100 Communication and Computer LAN Installation scheme packages for 22 sites. Directed and controlled a 15 man work center maintaining computer/radio assets of over 15 million dollars. Managed communication systems and personnel in support of worldwide operations specializing in Base Supply, Maintenance, Transportation, Base Civil Engineering, Contracting, Comptroller, Personnel, Medical, Manpower, Logistics Planning, Operations and Communications.