Damien Richardson
Honolulu,HI
Summary
GIS Systems Engineer with proven expertise in enhancing ArcGIS workflows at the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency. Skilled in database management and system administration, delivering innovative solutions that drive operational efficiency. Achievements include significant improvements in cybersecurity measures across various domains.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
GIS Systems Engineer/Information Systems Owner/Product Manager
National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency
St. Louis, USA
05.2022 - Current
- Leads 50 CACI contractors on the IPA SOM SAFFIRE Program in the development and sustainment of 6 ArcGIS Enterprise Systems across 3 network domains in the CONUS, EUCOM, AFRICOM and EUCOM Areas of Responsibility.
- Coordinated with NGA and external IC partners to identify, design, and certify key ArcGIS analysis workflows as SAFFIRE Information Systems Owner.
- Advised team on cybersecurity best practices, providing STIG compliance and vulnerability mitigation techniques, including patches and OS upgrades, to the SAFFIRE Information Security Team.
- Communicated ArcGIS enterprise technologies clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- IPA SAFFIRE SOM Services
Enterprise Configuration Engineer
Environmental Systems Research Institute (Esri)
St. Charles, USA
05.2020 - Current
- Troubleshot, upgraded, and patched ArcGIS Enterprise System as engineer on NGA GVS Team.
- Collaborated with partners and users to identify, design, and certify key ArcGIS workflows.
- Advised new and seasoned users on best practices for implementing ArcGIS platform to achieve business goals.
- Communicate ArcGIS enterprise technologies to technical and non-technical customers.
- Provided expert consulting services to enhance clients' operations.
Application Support Program Engineer
NJVC
Arnold, USA
06.2017 - 05.2020
- Managed database and provided systems support to investigate and troubleshoot system anomalies.
- Investigated operational issues and escalated problems to Subject Matter Experts (on-site) and vendors (off-site).
- Conduct System Administration duties utilizing database management utilizing SQL and Oracle.
- Working on scripting skills using BASH(Linux) and Windows Powershell. Created a script to run a query on data speeds on customer orders.
- Coordinated with Site Leaders and ASPs on upcoming tasks and support for worldwide Department of Defense customers.
- Trained newly gained ASPs and two Junior ASPs on the duties and responsibilities of their jobs.
- Conducts job interviews with prospective ASPs prior to the interviews with the primary contractor of our Program.
- Supported operations and sustainment efforts for the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency.
Cryptologic Manager/Assistant Special Security Officer
USS CHANCELLORSVILLE CG-62
Yokosuka, Japan
10.2015 - 03.2017
- Supervised 16 Sailors in cryptologic operations with SSEE INC E, HITS, BLUESTREAM, and CCOP systems, resulting in 515 time-sensitive reports delivered to Fleet and National-level consumers and collection of 20,000 signals of interest, including a high-priority target not captured by other units.
- Maintained Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS) as Assistant Special Security Officer (ASSO), ensuring accuracy of clearances for 360 personnel and utilizing E-QIP system for initial and renewal processing.
- Operations Department
Division Leading Chief Petty Officer/Assistant Special Security Officer
USS COWPENS CG-63
San Diego, USA
04.2014 - 09.2015
- Supervised 15 personnel during extended Continuous Maintenance Availability for COWPENS’ Phased Modernization, managing SSEE INC E, HITS, BLUESTREAM, Radiant Mercury, and JWICS systems.
- Conducted 36 clearance reviews for 340 Sailors, confirming all clearances were met.
- Trained 360 personnel on OPSEC importance, enhancing command situational awareness and controlling dissemination of critical information.
- Oversaw daily operations within the department
Senior Fusion All Source Analyst
NAVY CYBER WARFARE DEVELOPMENT GROUP
Suitland, USA
02.2011 - 04.2014
- Led 8 analysts utilizing multiple databases and tools including Analyst Notebook, PINWALE, PALINTIR, M3, ANCHORY, and ArcGIS in the research in potential adversary Command, Control, Communications, Computers and Cyber structures and doctrine, satisfying time-critical Operations Planning requirements for Commander TENTH Fleet (C10F).
- Directed seven analysts on a project to defeat an adversary weapons system.
- Analyzed media channels and classified reports performing critical analysis on Navy Cyber threats and vulnerabilities. Developed strategic mitigation plans for senior Navy leaders.
- Submitted 20 target packages, two adversary vulnerability assessments, and addressed 30 formal Requests for Information, fulfilling requirements for Commander FIFTH, SIXTH, and SEVENTH Fleet.
- Led a development of a supplemental target specific addendum to the Cyber Intelligence Preparation of the Battlespace guidance from C10F which was disseminated to the entire intelligence community.
- Managed intelligence department operations, ensuring timely and accurate intelligence support for decision-making.
Leading Petty Officer/Cryptologic Direct Support Supervisor
NAVY INFORMATION OPERATIONS COMMAND HAWAII (DIRECT SUPPORT SURFACE)
PEARL HARBOR, USA
12.2006 - 01.2011
- Led 33 Sailors in daily cryptologic tasking with ACCESS D4, TRDF, HITS, and RENIOR system, producing 2,200 time-sensitive reports and collecting 52,000 signals of interest during 5 deployments on 2 surface combatants.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Computer Information Systems
ST. LOUIS UNIVERSITY
St. Louis, MO05.2020
Associate’s Degree with Honors - Business Management with a Focus in Computer Studies
COASTLINE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Vista, CA05.2013
Skills
- System administration
- Database management
- Microsoft Office Suite
- UNIX and Linux
- SQL programming
- Java development
- Oracle database
- Python programming
Certification
- COMPTIA Security Plus, 12/01/19
- Certified in Homeland Security I-IV
- Certified in Sensitive Security Information
- Certified in Disaster Preparedness
- Cryptologic Unified Build 4X
- DRT
- ACAT
- ASAT
- RDF AFLOAT
- Project Management
References
- Chuck Hoskins, Project Site Lead, 636-321-5288
- Joseph Smart, Former Senior ASP, 632-321-6024
- Ramon Gil, Information Systems Security Representative, 636-321-6012
Availability
Immediately
Awards
- Navy Commendation Medal
- Navy Achievement Medal (X4)
- Navy Good Conduct Medal (X5)
- Meritorious Unit Commendation
- Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
- Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal
Security Clearance
Top Secret, SCI, 07/01/23
Timeline
GIS Systems Engineer/Information Systems Owner/Product Manager
National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency
05.2022 - Current
Enterprise Configuration Engineer
Environmental Systems Research Institute (Esri)
05.2020 - Current
Application Support Program Engineer
NJVC
06.2017 - 05.2020
Cryptologic Manager/Assistant Special Security Officer
USS CHANCELLORSVILLE CG-62
10.2015 - 03.2017
Division Leading Chief Petty Officer/Assistant Special Security Officer
USS COWPENS CG-63
04.2014 - 09.2015
Senior Fusion All Source Analyst
NAVY CYBER WARFARE DEVELOPMENT GROUP
02.2011 - 04.2014
Leading Petty Officer/Cryptologic Direct Support Supervisor
NAVY INFORMATION OPERATIONS COMMAND HAWAII (DIRECT SUPPORT SURFACE)
12.2006 - 01.2011
Bachelors of Science - Computer Information Systems
ST. LOUIS UNIVERSITY
Associate’s Degree with Honors - Business Management with a Focus in Computer Studies
COASTLINE COMMUNITY COLLEGE