Carl Ellison
Fayetteville,NC
Summary
Driven Division Officer with exceptional knowledge of Cyber Security, Change and Asset Management processes and leadership. Adept at bringing teams together for proactivity and problem-solving. Successful at taking initiative to complete tasks and preventive maintenance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Service and Support Division Officer in Charge
1st Special Forces Command
06.2023 - Current
- Managed and maintained cyber security and risk management frameworks for 48 site locations across the continental U.S.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Participated in high-level change management strategic planning, incorporating input from stakeholders, internal support staff and external factors.
- Oversaw change management efforts to support implementation of critical initiatives driving technology, process and culture changes.
Special Communications Officer In Charge
1st Special Forces Command
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Designed and developed forward-thinking systems that meet user needs and improve productivity.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
Information Systems Engineer
U.S. Army
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Maintained stability, integrity and efficient operation of information systems supporting organizational functions.
- Supported system users, educating employees on troubleshooting and problem-solving protocols.
- Collaborated with executive team to define business requirements and systems goals.
- Suggested system updates or changes after conduct in-depth technical reviews.
Brigade Signal Officer
U.S. Army
01.2020 - 11.2021
- Worked with users to diagnose and resolve network and device problems and implemented established technical or procedural solutions.
- Tested equipment and circuits using various tools such as standard hand tools and network diagnostic tools.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Signal Officer
3rd Special Forces Group
10.2015 - 06.2019
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Led and assisted technical upgrade projects for clients by working and coordinating with consultants and developers for integrations.
- Supervised team members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
Virginia Military Institute
Lexington, VA05.2015
Skills
- Plan of Action Creation
- Risk Mitigation Strategies
- Project Management
- Network Security
- Transformational leader with proven outcomes
- Analytical Thinker
- Demonstrated professionalism and keen business sense
- Highly Reliable, Ethical, & Trustworthy
Certification
- CISM
- CCNA
- SEC+
- PMP
Timeline
Service and Support Division Officer in Charge
1st Special Forces Command
06.2023 - Current
Special Communications Officer In Charge
1st Special Forces Command
08.2022 - 06.2023
Information Systems Engineer
U.S. Army
01.2022 - 08.2022
Brigade Signal Officer
U.S. Army
01.2020 - 11.2021
Signal Officer
3rd Special Forces Group
10.2015 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Arts - History
Virginia Military Institute
- CISM
- CCNA
- SEC+
- PMP
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