Phil A.

Phil A.

Systems Engineer / Team Leader

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  • About me

    Chief Engineer at General Dynamics Information Technology

  • Education

    • Strayer University

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      BS Computer Networking
    • Community College of the Air Force

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      Associate of Applied Science Applied Technology
  • Experience

    • General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems

      Aug 1998 - Dec 2009
      Systems Engineer / Team Leader

      Responsible for maintenance of the complete server/network environment for independent test and evaluation centerResponsible for the installation, customization, integration and troubleshooting of complex Microsoft solutions involving Active Directory, Exchange 2005, SCCM and SharePoint as well as other 3rd party Vendor technologies.Evaluate vendors solutions according to predefined requirementsDevelop, test, and maintain operating systems and related softwareEstablish and implement standards for computer operations to achieve compatibility between hardware and software platformsTroubleshoot and resolve software, operating system, and networking problemsResponsible for build image and software deployments to desktop and serversConfigure hardware, such as workstations, printers, servers, and network devicesResponsibilities entailed deploying PCs across an enterprise while migrating from the NeXT operating system to Microsoft NT 4.0 Provided technical support, network management and problem resolution for network system administratorsTraveled world-wide to upgrade servers, workstations, and cabling to improve LAN/WAN network performance Led teams of seven technicians to successfully complete migration projects for the government within budgeted parameters Show less

    • KEYW Corporation

      Dec 2009 - May 2012

      2005 to Present Responsible for maintenance of the complete server/network environment for independent test and evaluation centerResponsible for the installation, customization, integration and troubleshooting of complex Microsoft solutions involving Active Directory, Exchange 2005, SCCM and SharePoint as well as other 3rd party Vendor technologies.Evaluate vendors solutions according to predefined requirementsDevelop, test, and maintain operating systems and related software Establish and implement standards for computer operations to achieve compatibility between hardware and software platforms Troubleshoot and resolve software, operating system, and networking problems Responsible for build image and software deployments to desktop and servers Configure hardware, such as workstations, printers, servers, and network devices Show less

      • CASi Reach Back Administrator

        Aug 2011 - May 2012
      • Senior Network Systems Engineer

        Dec 2009 - Aug 2011
    • General Dynamics Information Technology

      May 2012 - now

      Develop and implement IT policies and procedures that align with the company's business objectives.Ensure that the IT infrastructure is secure, scalable, and reliable.Provide technical guidance and support to the company's leadership team.Oversee IT projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery and budget compliance.Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver new IT solutions that support business growth.Monitor and report on the performance of IT systems, including network, servers, storage, and applications.Oversee the development and execution of complex technology projects, ensuring they were completed on time, within budget, and met the business objectives.Develop and implement policies and procedures for IT operations, resulting in improved efficiency and standardization.Develop and implement IT strategy to support business objectives and improve overall performance.Collaborate with business stakeholders to identify areas for improvement and establish priorities.Lead the deployment of new systems and applications and managed vendor relationships. Show less Implement and maintain security controls in accordance with security policies and procedures to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information systems and networks.Conduct periodic security risk assessments and provide recommendations for mitigation strategies to minimize security risks.Configure and manage firewalls and intrusion detection systems to ensure the protection of information systems and networks.Develop and maintain system hardening standards, security policies and procedures, and security-related documentation.Deploy to remote locations performing various IT tasks to maintain constant operations in theater.Develop disaster recovery and business continuity plans to minimize downtime.Managed XACTA360, software versions, scans and mitigation strategies.Provided security guidance and support to stakeholders, including system owners and stakeholders, on the implementation of security controls and the development of security-related documentation.Conducted security risk assessments and provided recommendations for mitigation strategies to minimize security risks.Managed the ATO process and provided security guidance to stakeholders to ensure that systems were compliant with security requirements and policies.Coordinated the development of POAMs and IAVAs and tracked the progress of security-related initiatives to ensure that security controls were implemented in a timely and effective manner. Show less Position using extensive experience in information technology, specifically in the field of forward deployed engineering. Highly skilled in deploying, configuring, and maintaining complex systems, as well as troubleshooting and resolving technical issues. Possess excellent communication and teamwork skills, along with a strong ability to work independently.Worked closely with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, troubleshoot issues, and deliver timely solutionsProvided technical guidance and mentorship to junior team membersConducted regular security audits and vulnerability assessments to ensure the integrity and confidentiality of dataDeployed and configured various user facing devicesDocumented system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting stepsInstalled, configured, and maintained various software applications and services Show less Performed administration and maintenance on complex Imagery systems that include GRiD (LIDAR), ArcGIS, ERDAS, Remote View and Socet GXP. Perform systems modeling, simulation, and analysis. Review completion and implementation of system additions and/or enhancements and make recommendations to management and/or clients. Develop documentation on new or existing systems. Develop and direct tests to ensure systems meet documented user requirements. Identify, analyze, and resolve system problems. Provide system/equipment/specialized training and technical guidance. Determine system specifications, input/output processes, and working parameters for hardware/software compatibility. Provide guidance and work leadership to less-experienced systems engineers. Serve as liaison with clients, participating in meetings to ensure client needs are met. Maintain current knowledge of relevant technology as assigned. Participate in special projects as required. Show less

      • Chief Engineer

        Mar 2022 - now
      • Information System Security Officer

        May 2018 - Mar 2022
      • Forward Deployed Engineer

        May 2014 - May 2018
      • Systems Engineer

        May 2012 - May 2014
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Russian Reading Proficiency Test

      Language Testing International
      Jan 2019
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    • Spanish Reading Proficiency Test

      Language Testing International
      May 2017
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    • Russian Listening Proficiency Test

      Language Testing International
      Jan 2019
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    • Spanish Listening Proficiency Test

      Language Testing International
      May 2017
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