Lyle Rainwater

Experience

• 

  United States Marine Corps

  Sept 2013 - Dec 2020

  o Trained and produced qualified communicators in accordance with official references(SOPs), military techniques of instruction and training schedules.o Ensured the maintenance of a professional student environment through strictadherence to timelines, course materials, Marine leadership traits, and safetyregulations and risk management considerations.o Spearheaded fiscal year budget decisions (~$200k) with necessary requisitionsubmissions to secure the required inventory for mission success. Show less o Provided armed internal security and conducted frequent security inspections for theUnited States Embassy/Consulate to safeguard all classified materials, resulting in zeroincidents during service.o Mentored subordinates with Defense Travel Systems (DTS) voucher/submissionprocedures.o Served as the senior Marine at the Marine Residence; monitored and reported thehealth, welfare, and morale of the Detachment.o Surpassed peers in the early stages of the special duty assignment by gettingdelegated as the Assistant Detachment Commander and as required, as the ActingDetachment Commander. Continued this role for three years while overseas and wasawarded the Navy Achievement Medal upon completion.o Excelled in additional duties resulting in work orders that directly improved physicaland intelligence security, utilizing the fiscal year budget (~ $50k). Show less o Executed troubleshooting steps to establish contact with distant stations andprocess/log messages allowing commands to continue clear and constantcommunications.o Created tracking documents for the inspection and accountability of cryptographicequipment (total cost ~$1.8M), resulting in flawless command inspections.o Maintained an up-to-date system by managing cryptographic codes in accordancewith required protocols, leading to appointment of a senior position whilesimultaneously new to the unit. Show less

  • Mountain Communications Instructor (Staff Sergeant)

    May 2019 - Dec 2020

  • Marine Security Guard for Diplomatic Missions

    Mar 2016 - May 2019

  • Field Radio Operator

    Sept 2013 - Apr 2016
• 

  ASET Partners

  Nov 2021 - May 2022

  Financial Manager

  o Provided financial management expertise to assist Chief Financial Officer - MissionServices (CFO-MS) in the reconciliation of Unliquidated Obligations and the Tri-AnnualReview process.o Reviewed/reconciled accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions fortimeliness, accuracy, and completeness, clearing a total of ~ $750k.o Coordinated with both internal and external customers to develop de-obligationprocess improvements within financial management, leading to majoraccomplishments including clearing of legacy accounts dormant for more than 3 years.o Created data tables that utilized provided metrics, implementing accurate and detailedreports for the customer, utilizing advanced Excel (e.g., pivot tables).o Prioritized documenting current processes and ensuring the Standard OperatingProcedures (SOPs) and Desktop Guides are current and properly implemented.o Constructed new join procedures along with a mentorship program to ensure newemployees’ swift transition in supporting the customer. Show less

• 

  Markon Solutions

  May 2022 - Mar 2023

  Audit Compliance Manager

  Developed capital valuations (up to $800M) of completed projects consisting of financial accountability and required project documentation by cross-referencing multiple platforms (e.g., Contract Management System (CMS), ARCHIBUS, Financial Accounting Corporate Tracking System (FACTS), and SharePoint).Produced detailed reports such as financial accounting details for capital assets/projects supporting audit compliance for the customer.Evaluated quarterly financial statements for $900M in completed assets, and $120M Construction In Progress (CIP) projects.Supervised 18 personnel as a Quality Assurance Coordinator within the company’s Quality Committee which led to an improvement of the current Project Management Program (PMP) and Contract Reference Manual (CRM).Established project lifecycle charts, Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), and organization charts that supported the company’s stakeholders with quantitative user-friendly data models.Led collaborative brainstorming sessions for high-impact tasks involving the Testing of Efficiency (ToE), Testing of Design (ToD), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Labor Analysis, Plant Replacement Value (PRV), and Audit Assertion. Show less

• 

  United States Department of Defense

  Mar 2023 - now

  Program Manager

  Results-driven Department of Defense Internal Audit Program Manager specializing in facility processes within the Property, Plant, and Equipment Real Property category, with expertise in developing and implementing Total Asset Management processes to streamline asset oversight and enhance compliance. Proven ability to identify and mitigate risks, automate business processes for improved efficiency, and manage multiple audit projects effectively. Skilled in establishing robust acquisition and execution controls to ensure the accuracy of financial statements, contributing to overall operational integrity and alignment with Department of Defense financial reporting standards. Show less