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Clarksburg, Wv, Us

Washington, Dc, Us

Washington, Dc, Us

• Information Systems Security Officer supporting IC mission partners.• Command and Control of the Information Environment (C2IE) SME, providing unparalleled expertise in support of the USEUCOM J5W Counter Weapons of Mass Destruction directorate. • Senior Cloud Security Engineer, played a pivotal role within the Cyberteam for the DIA contract, showcasing a profound understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices. • Led the cybersecurity component of the Electronic Warfare Planning Management Tool (EWPMT) proposal, acting as the Cybersecurity Lead. This responsibility involved the design and implementation of secure electronic warfare systems, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of mission-critical data in a contested cyber environment.• Cybersecurity lead with the Institute for Security Governance (ISG), a component of the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DCSA), in Jakarta, Indonesia, further contributing to global security and cybersecurity initiatives.• Possesses comprehensive knowledge in DEVSECOPS, AI Aware, IAVM, JIRA, Agile, SCRUM methodologies, alongside technical writing, database management, and synchronization.

Herndon, Virginia, Us

• DISA Served as Principal Network Engineer for the Distributed Continuity Integrated Network-Top Secret Enterprise Services (DCIN-TS ES) Program. Instrumental in the integration and management of mission-critical networks. Demonstrated expertise as a Tier III Network Engineer.• USMC Senior Systems Engineer at the Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC), dedicated to advancing the U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) C4ISR capabilities within the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) program. Specialized in the implementation and support of HARRIS Corporation Radio hardware and systems.

Arlington, Virginia, Us

• Information Systems Technician (255AP) Demonstrated exceptional technical and leadership skills while assigned to the Special Operations Joint Task Force-Afghanistan. Designed voice/data networks in support of a Two-star NATO headquarters in Kabul, Afghanistan. Staffed a CSAR fusion cell with U.S. SOF and Afghan forces. Designed and fielded C4ISR systems in support of combat operations in Jalalabad, Afghanistan.• Signal Systems and Data Network designer for a SOF Signal Central (SIGCEN) tasked with planning and optimizing SATCOM systems. Managed the Group’s Satellite Deployable Node portfolio, planning deployment, operations and coordinating maintenance.• Experience deploying SATCOM solutions while onboard UAE C2 and USN platforms while operating in the Red Sea. Experience with the C4ISR Shipboard Carry-On/Off Satellite Communication Systems (SCOSS) system conducting UAS reach back and coordination. • Telecommunications Section Chief supporting Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA) activities in FEMA region four and the National Capital Region. Tasked with deploying and enhancing C4ISR systems with an emphasis on interoperability with local, state, and federal agencies. Deployed various Ku band, INMARSAT and Iridium assets providing critical reach-back links.• Senior Communications adviser for the State Partnership for Peace program in the Republic of Georgia, working in conjunction with the Georgian Train and Equip program. Provided Air-to-ground and non-terrestrial communications training to Georgian government agencies in support of Natural disaster response preparation.• Base Radio Station Section Chief (HF) provided high-frequency (HF) links to brigade size elements and Long-Range Surveillance (LRSU) Teams in austere conditions. Played a pivotal role in fielding the Mobile Subscriber Equipment (MSE) in West Germany, marking a significant contribution to the evolution of modern cellular networks.

Reston, Va, Us

• Project Officer/Technical lead fielding of the Enroute Mission Command and capability system (EMC), embedded with the 75th Ranger Regiment Special Troops Bn (STB). A Special Operations Command (SOCOM) and Program Executive Office Command, Control, Communications and Network (PEO C3N) initiative. Engineered a Roll-on/Roll-Off, Ku/Ka SATCOM C4ISR packages for AFSOC C130E/H and C-17A aircraft. This initiative significantly enhanced critical in-flight mission command and plane-to-plane/plane-to-ground network communications for Special Operations Forces.• Achieved significant cost savings in training and travel expenses using a SATCOM lab replicating FISA equipped C-17A and C-130E/H inflight operations. Using this lab saved $64,000.00 per training iteration, and improved operational efficiency. The lab included a GMA 5560-101 C17 SATCOM antenna and Hatch-Mounted Satellite Communications Antenna System (HMSAS) systems. • Demonstrated technical acumen while managing nine networks (N/S/TS), three Campus Area Networks (CAN), and Battlefield Intelligence network (BICES), ensuring high availability and stable operations.

Washington, D.C., Us

• LMR Deployment Manager spearheading P25 modernization initiatives along the nation’s Northern and Southwest borders. • Led a LMR site decommissioning project in the El Paso, Rio Grande Valley and Laredo sectors saving the organization over $100,000 in Motorola hardware costs through refurbished hardware. • Maintained 100% accountability of equipment and completed the project ahead of schedule. This achievement required meticulous documentation, planning, and fostering a culture of cooperation.

Us

• Project Officer for DISA Support Element-Iraq (DSE-I) – Baghdad, Iraq. Engaged in a pivotal partnership with Multinational Forces-Iraq (MNF-I), Government of Iraq (GoI), and the Iraqi Telecommunications and Postal Commission (ITPC), focusing on identifying, mapping, and repairing critical gaps in the telecommunications network infrastructure.• Chief of Technical Support, tasked with providing technical assistance to the US Secret Service and the Department of Defense Joint Directorate of Military Support, providing secure and reliable communications.• Completed the rigorous FBI Electronics Technician (ET) training pipeline. collaborating with FBI Technical Agents and ETs in developing and maintaining electronic surveillance equipment and communication systems.

Cisco Certified Network Professional-Route/Switch/T-Shoot, Computer Systems Networking And Telecommunications

Education record

Cisco Certified Network Associate - Route/Switch, System, Networking, And Lan/Wan Management/Manager

Warrant Officer, Military Technologies And Applied Sciences

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Network And Telecommunications Management

General Studies, Biology, General

Associate Of Science - As, General Studies