Experience

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  Us navy

  Dec 1997 - Feb 2000

  Avionics technician | plane captain

  (Helicopter Anti-Submarine Light Four Three, HSL-43) As an Avionics Technician; troubleshot and corrected electronic components in a Sikorsky SH-60B helicopter squadron composed of nine aircraft. As a Navy Plane Captain; I was responsible for the maintenance, inspection, and corrective actions of nine helicopters.Work-center management experience in Quality Assurance (QA), and shift supervisor experience in the Tool-Control Division.Served on a six-month Air Detachment aboard USS Paul F. Foster (DD-964), a U.S. Navy Destroyer-class ship conducting missions overseas. Paul F. Foster departed for her eleventh deployment on January 27, 1999. While serving as part of the Pacific Middle East Force, she participated in Operation Iron Siren, Eager Sentry, and Arabian Gauntlet. In addition, the ship conducted boarding's in support of United Nations sanctions against Iraq.https://web.archive.org/web/20021202005625/http://www.foster.navy.mil/history.htmhttps://usspaulffoster.org/timeline Show less

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  Home

  Mar 2000 - now

  Entrepreneur in residence

  Implemented multiple small businesses. Achieved success with importing goods in bulk, marketing, and logistics. Experienced in marketing electronic goods and electronic accessories, as well as managing advertising sales. I have earned "Top Rated Seller" as an eBay Power Seller. Achieved eBay's "Power Seller" status on multiple occasions. I have experience with various online selling portals, using business acumen developed through trial and error. Real estate, as well as additional investments and business development. Show less

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  Us navy

  Aug 2000 - Mar 2013

  TS/SCI security clearance. As Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) and Information Technology Program Manager, conducted Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) of 13 data collection and management systems hosted across multiple server systems across multiple continents, including Host Based Security System (HBSS) the Department of Defense (DOD) commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) suite of software applications used within the DOD to monitor, detect, and defend the DOD computer networks and systems, as well as Navy Career Tools Afloat (CTA) Program that allowed mobilized staff members to manage their individual training requirements independent of NKO (Navy Knowledge Online) Program.As Northrop Grumman MQ-8 Fire Scout Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) autonomous helicopter ("drone") Communications Technician, managed Electronic Key Management System (EKMS) for four UAVs on a five-month deployment supporting anti-piracy operations for the U.S. Africa Command. Utilizing a record 4 Northrop Grumman MQ-8 Fire Scout UAV drones. The Navy's fourth Fire Scout detachment logged over 500 flight hours and regularly maintained 12-hour days on station, switching to provide continuous support. One Fire Scout set a single-day record, providing Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) coverage for a 24-hour period in September 2012 over 10 flights.Fire Scout is the U.S. Navy’s only ship-based autonomous helicopter to provide effective situational awareness with wide area radar over land and sea. Learn more at www.ngc.com/firescout Show less Navy Expeditionary Logistics Support Group (NAVELSG), Training and Evaluation Unit (TEU) Maintained a TS/SCI Security clearance. As the senior Information Technology curriculum developer, assessed current training guides and labs, finding the material lacked substance and courses lacked modern communication devices. Developed a completely new curriculum and labs, delivered to military troops prior to students being deployed overseas on a mission. Program Manager of asset management, maintenance and disposition of outdated communications equipment. Recognized as Senior Employee of the Quarter, nominated for Employee of the Year. Show less TS/SCI Security clearance. As Course Manager, Co-developed and delivered technical curriculum to include Microsoft Server Implantation and Management. Managed nine SMART Classrooms using Norton Ghost & SynchronEyes Classroom Management Software. Designed and Implemented an ISDN Video Teleconference Classroom to stream courseware to remote sites. Implemented Disaster Recovery when Hurricane Katrina occurred (August, 2005) Set up Continuity of Operations (COOP) site in Jacksonville, Florida; recovering 9 SMART Classrooms to include all audio & visual equipment and management suites. Earned certification as Navy Instructor (Navy Enlisted Classification Code 9502).Recognition included: Senior Employee (Sailor) of the Quarter several times, Employee (Sailor) of the Year, as well as Instructor of the Year. Earned three Navy Achievement Medals during this time period. Show less

  • Information Technology Manager

    Sept 2011 - Mar 2013

  • Senior Information Technology Curriculum Developer | Instructor

    Aug 2007 - Sept 2011

  • Information Technology Project Manager

    Aug 2004 - Aug 2008

  • Information System Security Manager (ISSM)

    Aug 2000 - Jul 2004
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  Us navy

  May 2013 - Aug 2017

  TS/SCI Security clearance. Enterprise Asset Management (EAM). Program Manager. Senior instructor, implemented mobile Training teams to conduct Security Clearance briefs, Operational Security (OPSEC), and Personally Identifiable Information (PII).Penetration Tester. Conducted assessments to find vulnerabilities that an attacker could exploit in classified military systems. FEMA-certified member of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) working closely with City of Jacksonville (COJ) Serving as a coordination point of protective and response agencies; the Emergency Operations Center is the central location for disaster and emergency information and the central voice of government as it relates to protective actions for the regional military bases and public and any actions being taken to protect life, property, and to mitigate of damage. Managed $8.27M in computer networking assets, software, and Navy-Marine Corps Intranet (NMCI) equipment for technical and administrative support to more than 700 end users; oversaw 340 Cryptographic Controlled Items to support 12 subordinate organizations across five states and monitored 38 frequencies between two states.Ensured compliance with Cyber Security Workforce (CSWF) IT database; developed a team of 15 IT supervisors to execute systems configuration updates and security patches, and to investigate vulnerabilities, increasing readiness 95%. Revised technical curriculum, testing the Continuity of Operation (COOP) scenarios for validation with operational standards; co-authored a 139-page technical Navy Education and Training guide for Cyber Security Workforce (CSWF) training, qualifying over 12 employees in US Navy Cyber Security procedures Trained 700 staff members in the handling, accounting, and safeguarding of EKMS, OPSEC, PII, JPAS, and EQIP processes, policies, and procedures; implemented hands-on training in Ultra-High Frequency (UHF), Very High Frequency (VHF), and High Frequency (HF) radios and equipment. Show less Assisted in the communication coordination of emergency management plans, processes, and procedures while ensuring compliance with higher authority directives. Coordinates present and future resource needs (EOC support, mass warning, and notification systems, etc). Promoted liaison and coordination between area emergency management groups (Installation, tenant, local county/city, and private to ensure adequate planning to mitigate a variety of crisis/consequence management incidents/accidents such as disaster response (including CBRN) and Defense Support to Civil Authorities (DSCA). Conducted EM training, and recommended training requirements, curriculum, and plans of various types and scope. https://www.actionnewsjax.com/news/local/brand-new-emergency-operations-center-opens-nas-ja/29731083/https://www.jacksonville.com/story/news/military/2018/12/12/former-nas-jax-emergency-manager-honored/64866875007/ Show less TS/SCI Security clearance. Expeditionary Warfare / Coastal Riverine Squadron ("Brown Water Navy")Leading Supervisor for over 400 junior and mid-level staff members across 5 states and 2 continents.Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) Project Manager of Information Systems Implementation for two Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command (SPAWAR) Tactical Mobile Suites. Roles included both compliance and IT audits.Transitioned from outdated mobile communication suites to UNCLASSIFIED and CLASSIFIED modern mobile communication suites. Senior IT Instructor. Developed curriculum and facilitated the delivery to more than 600 employees.Managed a Microsoft SharePoint Portal site consisting of 60+ pages of data.Senior Electronic Key Management System (EKMS) / Key Management Infrastructure (KMI) Program Manager. Managed & tracked all communication security (COMSEC) equipment line items, encompassing over 300 items across 5 states and 2 continents. Conducted random, on-site spot-checks / audits of remote locations.Recognized as Senior Employee (Sailor) of the Quarter.Awarded a Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal during this period. Show less

  • Cyber Security Program Manager | Security Manager

    Jul 2016 - Aug 2017

  • Emergency Operations Center (EOC)

    Aug 2016 - May 2017

  • Senior Project Manager | Operational Security (OPSEC) Officer

    May 2013 - Jul 2016
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  Chapelgate association, inc. (florida not-for-profit corporation)

  Sept 2015 - now

  President

  Manage annual budget, and negotiate contracts. Working for the betterment of the community, interacting with city and state officials. Works closely with the city of Jacksonville (FL) Parks, Recreation, And Community Services to maintain and update a park within the community to ensure safety, monthly maintenance, and ADA compliance. Vetted Sheriff's Watch member.

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  Wounded warrior project

  Aug 2016 - now

  Alumni
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  Government

  Oct 2017 - now

  (undisclosed)
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  Federal bureau of investigation (fbi)

  May 2022 - now

  Member | infragard

  The InfraGard National Members Alliance is an FBI-affiliated nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening national security, community resilience and the foundation of American life. Founded in 1996, InfraGard is one of the FBI’s longest-running outreach programs and its largest public/private partnership, with 75,000 members representing 77 chapters nationwide. All InfraGard chapters are geographically linked with one of the FBI’s 56 Field Offices, enabling law enforcement and the American business community to collaborate on localized educational programs, training events and information-sharing initiatives that help mitigate threats and promote safety and security. Exemplifying leadership, patriotism and purpose, InfraGard’s vision is to provide meaningful contributions towards preserving human life and making our nation a safer, more resilient place for all. Show less