Derek Johnson

Experience

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  US Army

  Apr 2006 - Jan 2012

  • Responsible for the training of incoming analysts, ensuring continuity within the analytical team.• Produced AGI based products which are utilized for analysis on issues such as environmental concerns, disaster assessments, facilities infrastructure, underground facilities, weapons proliferation, emerging technologies, and counterterrorism as well as that of military force structure, capabilities, intentions, and vulnerabilities of adversaries and potential adversaries.• Managed extensive geographic database that included: Vector Interim Terrain Data (VITD), Controlled Image Base (CIB), Compressed Arc Digitized Raster Graphic data (CADRG), and other data/imagery.• Produced over 1000 products for different military exercises (i.e. Ulchi Freedom Guardian (UFG), Key resolve, Summer Breeze, and Winter Breeze. • Created several high profile products for Yeonpyeong-do (YP-do) artillery firing that hit the small island outside the Northern Limit Line (NLL).• Created over 100 products for Japan flooding incident that required 50,000 military family members to be evacuated and moved to Non Combat Evacuation Operation (NEO Sites).• Worked on both Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD Sites) and the Weapons of Mass Destruction Selection List (WMSL), and was responsible for reviewing, updating, creating and maintaining over 150 classified sites inside of North Korea. Show less • Provided production support to a diverse group of agencies and in theater elements through product development, reporting of findings, and analytical coordination and discussions.• Responsible for reviewing gathered intelligence data derived from both all source and single source analysts. Functioned as part of an all-source intelligence analytical team to support various levels of customer’s mission, and activity to include a weekly updated project. Derived data built consisted of blue and red force personnel, Sigacts, Measurement and Signature Intelligence (MASINT) reports, Imagery Intelligence (IMINT) reports, CGS tracks, and Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) reports. Development of this product ensured a more efficient way for All Source and Single Source personnel to keep track of weekly updates.• Handled/Provided layouts of military installations for closures in OIF 2008 using provided land deeds. • Created over 50 products (i.e. Imagery products, basic infrastructure, HLZ, DZ, water points, flood analysis, route analysis, elevation analysis, and radius products) in response to the Haiti Earthquake Relief Effort in 2010. Time sensitive products were used for establishing disaster assessments, facilities infrastructure, ground movement, getting fresh water and goods out to the people of Haiti, and finding suitable AO’s for the masses of families with no homes. Also these products were delivered to personnel leaving for Haiti, and intelligence personnel throughout United States Army Forces Command (FORSCOM).• Briefed the Commanding General Multi-National Forces Iraq/Multi-National Corps Iraq (General Petraeus), and senior intelligence officers delivering tailored terrain products to diverse staff elements. • Cross-trained Photo Lithographers in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications during Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) 2008. Show less

  • Geospatial Analyst

    May 2010 - Jan 2012

  • Geospatial Analyst

    Feb 2008 - May 2010

  • Geospatial Analyst

    Aug 2006 - Feb 2008

  • Geospatial Engineer Student

    Apr 2006 - Aug 2006
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  SAIC

  May 2012 - Sept 2013

  • Client system administration including account maintenance activities, such as account updates, password resets, unlocks, and identification and disabling of dormant accounts on SIPR and JWICS and NIPR with the use of Active Directory.• Contact vendors for warranty service in accordance with government-obtained service contracts.• Experience identifying and troubleshooting PC Hardware and software issues Computer Maintenance, Troubleshooting Software installation, configuration, and support. • Provided direct support in the way of visiting customer sites and provide support with installation and operational issues. Show less • Maximized performance in consistently completing projects on time in a fast-paced, time sensitive environment requiring superior strategic planning, organization, and leadership skills.• Exhibited problem-solving skills in analyzing and evaluating targets, and presenting suggestions for future mission management. • Produce intelligence by studying and exploiting imagery fused with geo-spatial data to make specialized Area of Interest (AOI) products.• Diligently handled all facets of processing, exploitation, and dissemination of reports to the customer. These included shapefiles, KML data, Intelligence Reports, customized products, and PowerPoint briefings/slides/charts. Conducted quality control checks on a daily basis, further illustrating exceptional critical thinking and analytical skills.• Applied strategic planning, prioritization, and project management skills toward consistently achieving critical deadlines while maintain high quality standards. Show less

  • IT Service Desk Technician

    Mar 2013 - Sept 2013

  • MSI Analyst

    May 2012 - Apr 2013
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  J2 Staffing Associates LLC

  Sept 2013 - Feb 2014

  Help Desk Technician

  • Assist end-users and IT specialists by phone and email with first-level technical support on hardware, software, and network related problems, questions, and use; working to resolve as many incidents at the Tier I level. • Maintain/Provide troubleshooting for printing/scanning devices in accordance to remediation and print servers on all networks. • Work with Tier II and other groups to resolve technical problems.• Resolved various technical problems ranging from PC’s, hardware, software, network printers, LAN. • Provide technical support including implementation support and resolution for Tier II helpdesk tickets. • Perform moves of equipment within offices and between offices to troubleshoot or perform diagnostics. Show less

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  Ampcus Inc

  Mar 2014 - Nov 2014

  Junior Network Engineer

   Perform WAN management functions using Airwave Management Platform for over 1100+ Army Reserve sites across the Continental United States ensuring health and security of the Wide Area Network (WAN) to army reserve networks.  Utilize various network and incident management tools such as Spectrum, Remedy, and ITSM.  Provided customer support for network operations, and connectivity problems.  Designed, installed and supported installation and configuration of enterprise-wide LAN used to replace aged/ end of life equipment. Member to a team of professionals responsible for the day-to-day administration, maintenance and support of various LAN and end-user technologies in a large enterprise environment. Show less

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  Apex Systems

  Nov 2014 - Dec 2015

  Wireless Network Engineer

   Supporting and installing over 25,000 wireless access points at 31,000 locations country wide.  Working with a group of other engineers supporting the largest wireless project ever implemented.  Understanding of WLAN Security / Wireless Encryption. Experience supporting 802.11 technology, Local Area Networks, and Cisco products.  Monitoring and mapping large scale facilities. Managed the install of wireless access points, and their configuration, utilizing CPI to manage the mapping, and maintenance of wireless access points. Resolve client connectivity, interface, authentication, and coverage issues.  Utilizing Visio drafts outlining topologies.  Supporting both WLC and WCS.  Assist in preparing estimates for projects. Order and manage inventory for wireless equipment needed for projects. Show less

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  Metronome LLC

  Oct 2015 - Dec 2016

  Network/System Administrator II

  • Responsible for analyzing and administration of voice, video, and data communications throughout multiple secure networks.• Identify network problems, isolates root issues, and initiates corrective action to the customer.• Manages monitor and maintains situational awareness of all networks and systems statuses.• Tracks and documents problems and resolutions through remedy trouble ticket system.• Configures and troubleshoots issues with routing protocols, in-line network encryption devices, access control list, VPN tunnels, TACACS+, and Cisco Call Managers. Show less

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  Leidos

  Dec 2016 - now

  Network Engineer

  • Incorporates new network plans, designs and systems into ongoing operations.• Analyzes network requirements, capacity, lead designs, and development activities.• Develops network architecture and network design documentation.• Manages the transition and migration of networks and development of network addressing schemes.• Lead on every aspect and detail when it comes to major network installations and upgrades.• Interacts with vendors, program personnel, government overseers, and senior executives to ensure appropriate Show less