Benjamin Gibbardo
Mt Juliet,United States
Summary
Experienced Information Technology Manager well-versed in infrastructure, security planning and daily operations. Forward-thinking and strategic leader with 20 years of experience in communications security. Recognized for cost-effective system improvements, operational streamlining and positive leadership style that resulted in successful missions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Telecommunications Operations Chief
101st Airborne Division Air Assault
Ft Campbell , KY
2017.09 - 2018.10
- Managed teams to plan, develop, coordinate and execute technical strategies aligned to the Commander's vision, mission and purpose
- Coordinated with management teams to plan, develop, align and execute strategies that would follow the senior vision, mission and purpose
- Led and assisted technical upgrade projects for clients by working and coordinating with consultants and developers for integrations also working with projection of future company needs to be ahead of the competition
- Interviewed, hired, trained and mentored eight Soldiers by coaching daily, leading performance reviews and offering constructive feedback
COMSEC Custodian
2nd Infantry Division
Camp Red Cloud , South Korea
2014.08 - 2017.09
- Worked extremely well with others while performing jobs that were fast paced and high operation tempo
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility, increased performance by creating future leaders from within the company
- Evaluated employees' strengths and assigned tasks based upon experience and training
Communications Security Manager
43rd Signal Battalion
Heidelberg , Germany
2011.07 - 2014.08
- Published and implemented Standard Operation Procedures resulting in ten teams of hand- receipt holders passing audits from National Security Headquarters
- Prepared teams to manage communications during disasters. Conducted training in total destruction of classified buildings to protect high value targets
- Managed smooth transition of work between shifts to minimize communications disruptions.
- Designed and managed Red and Blue teams to handle classified
- Checked equipment for malfunctions and coordinated repair or replacement.
Communications Security Manager
1st Calvary Division
Ft Hood , TX
2009.05 - 2011.07
- Project manager for establishing TS COMSEC account by organizing the $750,000 project which resulted in a structure that passed all safety requirements
- Replaced all support by establishing a new COMSEC account at COB Adder, Iraq to support all elements of government
- Trained Soldiers how to handle classified materials
Comsec Custodian
8th Army
Camp Humphreys , South Korea
2007.06 - 2009.07
- Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Marketing
Cumberland University
Lebanon, TN2023
Skills
- Security planning
- Product development
- Excellent Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Cultural Awareness
- Decision-Making
- Problem-Solving
- Self-Motivated
Timeline
Telecommunications Operations Chief
101st Airborne Division Air Assault
2017.09 - 2018.10
COMSEC Custodian
2nd Infantry Division
2014.08 - 2017.09
Communications Security Manager
43rd Signal Battalion
2011.07 - 2014.08
Communications Security Manager
1st Calvary Division
2009.05 - 2011.07
Comsec Custodian
8th Army
2007.06 - 2009.07
Bachelor's degree - Marketing
Cumberland University
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