BRIAN ADAMS
Bryans Road,MD
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Assistant
Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA)
11.2022 - Current
- A dedicated goal-oriented team member that is willing to learn and support the office for the overall mission. Assists with daily operations and duties to fulfill the requirements needed to support a higher echelon, and account for missing loved ones. I remain motivated and driven to complete tasks that would enable the organization to continuously thrive.
- Delivers Tier I IT support, diagnosing hardware/software issues and coordinating with higher-tier technicians for resolution.
- Reengineered admin processes to improve productivity by 10% for senior leaders and support staff.
- Manages executive calendars, schedules meetings, and organizes logistics for senior leadership (SES, GS-15, & Support staff).
- Coordinated secure meetings across Pentagon and embassy sites, ensuring technical readiness and connectivity.
- Prepare reports and correspondence, proofread awards and external communications for accuracy.
- Leads onboarding and offboarding efforts, ensuring smooth transitions and system access for personnel.
- Built and maintained digital filing systems to streamline records management and improve accessibility.
- Lead scheduler and organizer for key meetings; assigns and tracks task completion.
- Orders office supplies and ensured resource availability for all department personnel.
- Coordinates candidate interviews, compiled interview books, and managed scheduling conflicts.
Information Systems Manager
3d Cavalry Regiment
02.2020 - 08.2021
- Coordinated all planning operation, management functions and training in the Signal Division department. Advised senior command and staff on technical challenges and/or considerations. Developed frequency operational requirements, telecommunications service requests, and disseminated operations information to Senior Director for action planning and decision making. Led logistics support requests to ensure appropriate level of support was always available.
- Managed tactical network upgrades and installation of 200 mobile devices and IT systems valued > $1.2 M.
- Led installation teams that conducted cabling, equipment setup, and configuration of radio and network devices.
- Oversaw Active Directory, user-account management, and SharePoint administration.
- Authored Information Assurance (IA) policies ensuring compliance with DoD security standards.
- Supervised junior leaders, promoting professional growth and operational excellence.
- Managed annual life cycle of all Information Technology Systems.
White House Communications Liaison
White House Communications Agency
09.2018 - 02.2020
- Served as the White House Communications Agency (WHCA) liaison to the White House Military Office (WHMO) Policy, Plans and Requirements (PPR) office. Provided integrated plans, operational capabilities, and critical infrastructure to ensure uninterrupted functioning and Continuity of the Presidency.
- Coordinated multi-agency installation efforts for secure communications systems supporting Presidential and Vice-Presidential operations.
- Managed Special Access Program (SAP) processes and site clearances.
- Conducted site surveys to evaluate power, connectivity, and cabling requirements.
- Delivered positive results across multiple agencies while working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Ensured timely equipment delivery, configuration, and post-installation validation.
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Timeline
Administrative Assistant
Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA)
11.2022 - Current
Information Systems Manager
3d Cavalry Regiment
02.2020 - 08.2021
White House Communications Liaison
White House Communications Agency
09.2018 - 02.2020