Brian Michael Freeland
Mount Airy,MD
Summary
Seasoned logistics management and acquisitions expert, organizational leader, and decorated Air Force veteran with 25 years of joint military experience, including work for the United States Cyber Command, the National Reconnaissance Office, and Air Force Inspection Agency. Applies strong analytical skills, deep knowledge of logistical and acquisition functions, and expertise in military operations assessments to optimize processes, procedures, programs, and training. Develops detailed short- and long-term plans for logistics with a focus on complying with all statutory requirements, driving cost savings, and mitigating risks.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
J9 Contracting Support Specialist
United States Cyber Command
Fort Meade, MD
12.2024 - Current
- The Command Government Purchase Card Program Manager oversees Department of Defense compliance requirements and establishes Command Level Micro-Purchase Threshold policy and instruction.
- Command Industrial Property Management Program Lead oversees FAR compliance for the management of Government-Furnished Property (GFP) to contractors. Ensures property clauses are incorporated into all command contracts, and conducts compliance inspections.
Supervised and directed command equipment and software.
Deputy Division Chief & Support Agreements Manager
United States Cyber Command
Fort Meade, MD
05.2023 - 12.2024
- Lead 24 appointed Functional Area Agreement Managers, overseeing 200+ Support Agreements ($2.5B).
- Established logistics support plans for Enhanced Budget Control (EBC) execution ($3B).
- Participated in US Cyber Command operational planning
Senior Logistics Manager (E7, AFSC: 2S071)
United States Air Force Active Duty
Global
08.1999 - 04.2023
- Developed a $775M research and development IT project, heading a three-member team in the installation of eight networks. Operationalized NRO's first multi-intelligence collection platform.
- Led 130 personnel—five inspectors general, and 125 wing inspectors—in the design and implementation of an inspection program. Drove efficiency and compliance for 2,500 personnel, and $18B in assets.
- Managed Base Repair Cycle Program, leading a team of ten Air Force and civilian personnel. Directed due-in from maintenance (DIFM) support for 28 organizations, and facilitated depot-level repairs on critical assets to sustain weapons systems.
- Oversaw quality assurance, training, and compliance standards across 13 sections (215 personnel), supporting maintenance operations for 27 bombers, eight helicopters, and 150 intercontinental ballistic missiles.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management
American Military University
Charles Town, WV06.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Logistics Management
Community College of the Air Force
Montgomery, AL05.2016
Skills
- Logistics Management
- Procurement
- Cyber Operations Support
- Requirements Analysis
- Project Planning and Management
- Continuity of Operations
- Reporting
- Support Agreements
- Communication
- Operational Readiness
- Logistical Analyses
- Team Leadership
- Regulatory Compliance
- Training and coaching
- Telecommunications
- ITIL framework
Veteran Preference
10 points
Security Clearance
TS/SCI with CI Polygraph (active, 2021)
Awards
- 2023 Defense Meritorious Service Medal (Oak Leaf Cluster), US Cyber Command
- 2021 Meritorious Service Medal (Oak Leaf Cluster), 5th Logistics Readiness Squadron, U.S. Air Force
- 2020 Noncommissioned Officer of the Fourth Quarter, 5th Logistics Readiness Squadron, U.S. Air Force
- 2019 Gen. Lew Allen, Jr. Trophy, Air Force Global Strike Command
- 2018 Meritorious Service Medal, 39th Air Base Wing, U.S. Air Force
- 2017 Defense Meritorious Service Medal, NRO
- 2016 Outstanding Logistics Readiness Noncommissioned Officer of the Year, Air Force Space Command
- 2016 Noncommissioned Officer of the Second Quarter, Technology Operations Group, NRO
- 2015 Outstanding Logistics Readiness Noncommissioned Officer of the Year, Technology Operations Group, NRO
- 2015 Lt. Gen. Harold W. Grant Unit of the Year Award, Communications Squadron East, NRO
- 2014 Outstanding Logistics Readiness Noncommissioned Officer of the Year, Air Force Space Command
- 2013 Stripes for Exceptional Performance (STEP) Promotion to Technical Sergeant, NRO
- 2012 Outstanding Logistics Readiness Noncommissioned Officer of the Year, Air Force Space Command
- 2010 Joint Service Achievement Medal, Communications Squadron East, NRO
- 2009 Noncommissioned Officer of the Year, Communications Squadron East, NRO
- 2009 Junior Enlisted Employee of the Second Quarter, Communications Squadron East, NRO
- 2008 Air Force Commendation Medal, 447th Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron, U.S. Air Force
- 2008 Squadron Enlisted Employee of the Fourth Quarter, Communications Squadron East, NRO
References
- Robert Paolucci, United States Cyber Command/J4, Director of Logistics, 443-654-8338, 443-326-7936, rapaolu@cybercom.mil, Professional
- Thomas Black, United States Cyber Command/J4, Chief of Staff, 443-654-9770, tcblac2@cybercom.mil, Professional
- Matthew Holly, Contractor, Kenjya-Trusant Group, Project Analyst, 301-688-3491, mjholly@cybercom.mil, Professional
- Michelle Neubauer, United States Cyber Command, Head of Contracting Activity (HCA), 301-688-9444, mineuba@nsa.gov, Professional (Current Lead)
Job Related Training
- 10/23/2023, Business Process Improvement (BPI), Learning Tree International
- 05/22/2022, Power Apps and Power Automate, Learning Tree International
- 02/18/2018, Senior Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education II, Joint Knowledge Online
- 09/17/2017, Air Force Inspector General Course, U.S. Air Force of Europe
- 04/16/2016, Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Foundation Certification, Axelos
- 07/15/2015, Air Force Noncommissioned Officer Academy, McGhee Tyson Air National Guard Base
- 08/14/2014, Microsoft Access Introduction, Learning Tree International
- 06/13/2013, Senior Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education, Joint Forces Staff College, National Defense University
- 07/09/2009, Agile Team Facilitation Skills, Learning Tree International
- 03/09/2009, Project Management: Skills for Success, Learning Tree International
Personal Information
Citizenship: U.S. Citizen
Accomplishments
- 2023 Defense Meritorious Service Medal (Oak Leaf Cluster), US Cyber Command
- 2021 Meritorious Service Medal (Oak Leaf Cluster), 5th Logistics Readiness Squadron, U.S. Air Force
- 2020 Noncommissioned Officer of the Fourth Quarter, 5 th Logistics Readiness Squadron, U.S. Air Force
- 2019 Gen. Lew Allen, Jr. Trophy, Air Force Global Strike Command
- 2018 Meritorious Service Medal, 39th Air Base Wing, U.S. Air Force
- 2017 Defense Meritorious Service Medal, National Reconnaissance Office
- 2016 Outstanding Logistics Readiness Noncommissioned Officer of the Year, Air Force Space Command
- 2016 Noncommissioned Officer of the Second Quarter, Technology Operations Group, NRO
- 2015 Outstanding Logistics Readiness Noncommissioned Officer of the Year, Technology Operations Group, NRO
- 2015 Lt. Gen. Harold W. Grant Unit of the Year Award, Communications Squadron East, NRO
- 2014 Outstanding Logistics Readiness Noncommissioned Officer of the Year, Air Force Space Command
- 2013 Stripes for Exceptional Performance (STEP) Promotion to Technical Sergeant, NRO
- 2012 Outstanding Logistics Readiness Noncommissioned Officer of the Year, Air Force Space Command
- 2010 Joint Service Achievement Medal, Communications Squadron East, NRO
- 2009 Noncommissioned Officer of the Year, Communications Squadron East, NRO
- 2009 Junior Enlisted Employee of the Second Quarter, Communications Squadron East, NRO
- 2008 Air Force Commendation Medal, 447th Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron, U.S. Air Force
- 2008 Squadron Enlisted Employee of the Fourth Quarter, Communications Squadron East, NRO
Additional References
References available upon request.
Timeline
J9 Contracting Support Specialist
United States Cyber Command
12.2024 - Current
Deputy Division Chief & Support Agreements Manager
United States Cyber Command
05.2023 - 12.2024
Senior Logistics Manager (E7, AFSC: 2S071)
United States Air Force Active Duty
08.1999 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management
American Military University
Associate of Applied Science - Logistics Management
Community College of the Air Force
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