Daniel J Carius
Tinker AFB
Summary
TS/SCI (August 2024. Continuous Evaluation Program)
Experienced analyst prepared for this role with strong focus on data interpretation, financial modeling, and strategic planning. Known for collaboration and delivering results, adaptable to changing needs, and reliable. Skilled in data visualization, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication. Employers value analytical mindset, teamwork, and consistent performance.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NC3 Analyst
Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
01.2023 - Current
- Nuclear Command, Control and Communications (NC3) Analyst to Commander, Strategic Communications Wing ONE/Task Group 114.2 (TACAMO).
- As a University Affiliated Research Center (UARC) employee, able to represent the Commander in various meetings.
- Direct support to the Commander on NC3 issues, initiatives, and efforts in all aspects.
- Daily analysis of all E6-B aircrew post mission reports in support of the mandated continuing evaluation program to ensure emergency action message delivery to our nation’s strategic TRIAD.
- Debrief all TACAMO and LOOKING GLASS crews returning from deployment to capture, document and track any equipment or procedural issues.
- Facilitate and participate in high-level meetings, contributing to effective resolution concerning NC3 issues.
CACI, LLC
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Provided support to Command, Strategic Communications Wing One/TG114.2 as Plans and Policy for the N6 (Communications), additional support to the N3 (Operations) and the N9 (Mobility).
- Drafted various correspondence and record Naval messages.
- Updated Task Group 114.2 Communications Directive and Message Template Binder.
- Monitored Continuous Evaluation Program Post Mission Reports.
- Attended various Flag/SES level VTC and meetings regarding National and Nuclear Command, Control and Communications (NC3) issues.
- Provided weekly training to the TACAMO Weapons School Advanced Readiness Program.
Officer in Charge (Afloat)
Naval Research Laboratory Site Detachment
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Supervised 180 military, DoD civilians and contractors conducting worldwide Office of Naval Research mission tasking.
- Deployed in six missions vital to National security.
- Managed the operation and deployment of unique ocean systems to include 4000M remote operating vehicle (ROV) and REMUS 6000 autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV).
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of mission readiness, leading to strategic improvements and optimized resource allocation across operations.
- Facilitated coordination among military personnel and contractors, ensuring seamless mission execution and fostering a unified team environment.
- Implemented new training protocols for personnel, resulting in measurable improvements in operational readiness and response times.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering professional development and enhancing team capabilities in high-stakes environments.
- Conducted in-depth assessments of operational systems, leading to strategic enhancements that improved mission readiness and efficiency.
Deputy for Mobility
Commander Strategic Communications Wing ONE
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Directed and managed the overall coordination in all matters pertaining to TF-124 ground mobile forces regarding the generation and operational deployment of logistics and maintenance support.
- Supervised 50 military, DoD civilians and contractors.
- Managed over 200 vehicles varying from sedans to commercial grade 18 wheel vehicles.
- Managed $100M in assets and budget.
- Managed the commands commercial drivers’ license (CDL) program allowing the command to train Sailors so that they could get their CDL in order to drive both command vehicles and commercial vehicles.
- Managed transportable and mobile communications vital to the Task Force conducting the primary tasking of Nuclear Command, Control and Communications (NC3).
- Worked with multiple commands to ensure fuel delivery to the Task force during all phases of war.
- Partnered and managed with SPAWAR to develop replacement shelters to house multiple NC3 assets ensuring it remained electronic magnetic pulse (EMP) protected.
Executive Officer (XO)
Trident Refit Facility
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Second in command of a 1700-person major command made up of military, DoD civilians and contractors responsible for providing industrial and logistics support of the incremental repair and overhaul of TRIDENT submarines and emergent repairs to other tended ships and submarines.
- As acting Commanding Officer oversaw the safe drydocking of multiple TRIDENT submarines.
- During the Nuclear Enterprise Review Board, represented COMSUBGRU Ten to provide expertise pertaining to NC3 platforms and systems.
Officer in Charge (OIC)
Naval Communications and Telecommunications Strategic Communications Unit
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Managed 3 shore-based communications facilities at Tinker AFB, OK, NAS Patuxent River, MD and Travis AFB, CA.
- Managed a $4M budget.
- Led 65 military, DoD civilian and contractors in providing ground to air/air to ground communications support for strategic communications networks for TF-124 and USSTRATCOM.
Task Force N6
Commander Task Force 69
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Managed submarine command, control and communications for all forward deployed U.S., NATO and Allied submarines operations in the USEUCOM and USAFRICOM AORs.
- Supervised 50 personnel in the operation, implementation, training and availability of the submarine communications systems across all frequency spectrums (LF/VLF/HF/VHF/UHF/SHF/EHF) and a vast array of communications technologies such as Information Protocol (IP).
- Managed the overhaul of a failed submarine report back (SRB) system to ensure submarines in emission control (EMCON) had a means to transmit critical information with a low probability of interception.
- Revamped a failing local element COMSEC management system into the best the manager had seen.
- Trained 32 SWO C4I upgrade technicians and improved the information sharing equipment.
C4 Mission Area Expert and Command Security Manager
United States Strategic Command
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Helped stand up the Joint Functional Component Command for Global Strike and Integration.
- Integrated the commands network-defense C2 to enable better, faster situational awareness for the Global Operations Center (GOC).
- Developed C4 reference guide that improved information flow throughout the various NC3 support teams and provided the Battle Watch Commander (BWC) with enhanced communications system awareness.
- Provided the BWC with timely advice on global communications status during periods of heightened tensions and exercises.
- Developed Joint Mission Essential Tasks to align C4 tasks to assigned command missions.
- As the Command Security Manager, developed and put into writing the command security policy. Responsible for all facets of command security and ensuring the divisional/departmental security officers are trained and reporting all security issues.
- Managed 300K in command security facility renovations.
Force Communicator
Commander Submarine Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Supervised 75 military, DoD civilian and contractor personnel in the operation, implementation, training and availability of the Pacific submarine communications systems across all frequency spectrums (LF/VLF/HF/VHF/UHF/SHF/EHF) and a vast array of communications technologies such as Information Protocol (IP), radio frequency waveforms and terrestrial applications.
- Responsible for the development, implementation and modernization of submarine and shore based communications equipment.
Force Communicator
Commander Submarine Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Supervised 75 military, DoD civilian and contractor personnel in the operation, implementation, training and availability of the Pacific submarine communications systems across all frequency spectrums (LF/VLF/HF/VHF/UHF/SHF/EHF) and a vast array of communications technologies such as Information Protocol (IP), radio frequency waveforms and terrestrial applications.
- Responsible for the development, implementation and modernization of submarine and shore based communications equipment.
Deputy Communications Officer
Commander Strategic Communications Wing ONE
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Managed a team of 12 military personnel in the development of mobile ground communications teams to support the command’s wartime mission.
- Executed $1.4M OM&N budget for $50M in mobile communication assets.
- Assigned as the battlestaff communications officer on several key exercise deployments to support the Commander and USSTRATCOM exercises.
Deputy Communications Officer
Commander Strategic Communications Wing ONE
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Managed a team of 12 military personnel in the development of mobile ground communications teams to support the command’s wartime mission.
- Executed $1.4M OM&N budget for $50M in mobile communication assets.
- Assigned as the battlestaff communications officer on several key exercise deployments to support the Commander and USSTRATCOM exercises.
Communications Watch Officer
Commander Submarine Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet
01.1997 - 01.2001
- Responsible for maintaining the submarine communications watch while on a rotating watchbill.
- Developed the communications plan utilized during RIMPAC 2000, the largest multinational exercise in the Pacific which included submarines from Australia, Japan and Korea.
Submarine Radioman
Various
01.1987 - 01.1997
- Stood watch as Radioman of the Watch/Radio Supervisor. Operated and maintained various equipment to include LF/VLF/UHF systems and associated cryptographic equipment.
- Received and broke Emergency Action Messages.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Management
Excelsior University
Skills
- Visionary communication
- Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications (NC3)
- Quality and Process Improvement Expert
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Skilled communicator in writing
Certification
- Information Dominance Warfare Officer
- Enlisted Submarine Service Specialist
Section name
Retired Naval Officer with over 35 years of progressive leadership and management experience in complex and technically rigorous areas of Nuclear Command, Control and Communications (NC3) platforms and systems, human resources, equal opportunity management, individual and team process improvement, submarine communications, Submarine and WTAC Broadcast Control Authority, E-6B communications (ground and air), electronics, antenna systems and transportable communication systems (voice, video, internet protocol (IP) and information technology (IT) data systems). Recognized as an exceptional leader and manager of both people and projects among peers and leaders.
Timeline
NC3 Analyst
Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
01.2023 - Current
CACI, LLC
01.2022 - 01.2023
Officer in Charge (Afloat)
Naval Research Laboratory Site Detachment
01.2018 - 01.2022
Deputy for Mobility
Commander Strategic Communications Wing ONE
01.2015 - 01.2018
Executive Officer (XO)
Trident Refit Facility
01.2013 - 01.2015
Officer in Charge (OIC)
Naval Communications and Telecommunications Strategic Communications Unit
01.2010 - 01.2013
Task Force N6
Commander Task Force 69
01.2007 - 01.2010
C4 Mission Area Expert and Command Security Manager
United States Strategic Command
01.2005 - 01.2007
Force Communicator
Commander Submarine Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet
01.2002 - 01.2005
Force Communicator
Commander Submarine Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet
01.2002 - 01.2005
Deputy Communications Officer
Commander Strategic Communications Wing ONE
01.2001 - 01.2002
Deputy Communications Officer
Commander Strategic Communications Wing ONE
01.2001 - 01.2002
Communications Watch Officer
Commander Submarine Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet
01.1997 - 01.2001
Submarine Radioman
Various
01.1987 - 01.1997
Bachelor of Arts - Management
Excelsior University