Bradford Thomas
San Diego,CA
Summary
Excellent communicator, with emphasis on building strong relationships. Quick learner that rapidly adapts to complicated situations! I've spent the past 30+ years managing projects, equipment and personnel. I understand better than most people what makes a project succeed and what makes a team operate at its highest level. Best of all, I've maintained a great sense of humor while successfully leading cross-functional teams in very demanding environments.
Results-driven IT Specialist with expertise in project management and process improvement. Proven ability to lead teams, enhance system performance, and deliver tailored technology solutions that elevate customer support.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
1983
1983
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Information Technology Specialist
Veterans Administration
San Diego, California
07.2025 - Current
- Executed IT project management tasks to ensure timely delivery of technology services.
- Conducted system administration for servers and workstations, enhancing performance and reliability.
- Developed and deployed software solutions tailored to user needs, ensuring a seamless experience.
Telecommunications Specialist
Naval Special Warfare Group One
01.2005 - 01.2022
- Collaborates with the Management on the preparation of Communications Plans in support of deployed forces World Wide.
Chief Information Systems Technician
United States Navy
01.1982 - 01.2005
- As an active duty member of the armed forces, I managed all communications and information systems on major Platforms such as Aircraft Carriers; conducted training and inspections, and provided mentoring to shipboard communications and leadership personnel.
- My everyday roles included:
- Leadership mentor
- Training
- Train-the-trainer
- Customer support
- Staff management
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communications
University of Phoenix
San Diego 12.2012 - 12.2014
Lincoln High School
Jersey , NJSome College (No Degree) - Business
Ramapo College of New Jersey
Mahwah, NJSkills
- Information technology
- Project management
- Networking
- Program management
- Internet technology
- Relationship building
- Quality assurance
- Strategy development
- Process improvement
- Team building
- Project leadership
- Mentoring
- Training management
Clearance
Top Secret Clearance Eligible
Additional Information
30+, Maintained a great sense of humor while successfully leading cross-functional teams in very demanding environments
Timeline
Information Technology Specialist
Veterans Administration
07.2025 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Communications
University of Phoenix
12.2012 - 12.2014
Telecommunications Specialist
Naval Special Warfare Group One
01.2005 - 01.2022
Chief Information Systems Technician
United States Navy
01.1982 - 01.2005
Lincoln High School
Some College (No Degree) - Business
Ramapo College of New Jersey