Dexter Nunnally
6777 Plum Point Drive ,MD
Summary
Dynamic Chief Information Officer with over 30 years of experience at the US Army, driving IT strategy and enhancing cybersecurity protocols. Proven ability in critical thinking and relationship building, leading cross-functional teams to achieve operational efficiency. Championed change management initiatives and functional organizational change, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration across multiple military units. Maintains a Top Secret security clearance.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief of Staff
US Army - Command & Control Functional Capability Directorate
08.2024 - Current
- Coordinated the Director's priorities, policies, requirements and personnel in conjunction with 3-star and 4-star level higher HQs.
- Coordinated with HQ Department of the Army, the Army Secretariat and other key stakeholders to drive requirements and modernization of the Army's $17B C2 portfolio.
- Responsible for the facilities, physical security, automation, supply, and administrative actions for 60 military and civilian personnel.
- Managed project timelines and deliverables to ensure timely completion of objectives.
- Attended meetings to make informed business decisions, provide administrative support and evaluate progress toward goals and objectives.
Deputy Chief of Staff
US Army - US Forces Command
07.2021 - 07.2024
- Developed a communications maintenance plan for division-level communications assets supporting 16 Active/National Guard division HQs.
- Recognized that DOD-level deployment timelines did not support deployment of Army and joint SATCOM assets by sea; recommendations were accepted and incorporated into Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (CJCS) instructions.
- Collaborated with external organizations on the development of Division Signal Battalion Force Design Update resulting in increased readiness & deployability of communications assets in Army divisions.
- Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders to foster collaboration on joint initiatives and projects.
- Conducted regular staff evaluations, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement opportunities.
Mayor
US Army - US Army Garrison, Fort Detrick
06.2019 - 07.2021
- Led and supervised the daily operations and management of common levels of support for 14,000-plus tenants and interagency partners on Fort Detrick.
- Managed and executed an annual appropriated fund budget of $74.5M and non-appropriated fund revenue of $8M.
- Worked closely with installation privatized housing and local police to develop a security plan for base housing not on the installation, reducing crime rates.
- During COVID-19, developed a strategic communications plan that kept installation and local community leaders informed on safety precautions and local efforts.
- Strengthened emergency preparedness efforts through regular drills, interagency coordination, and public awareness campaigns.
Chief Information Officer
North Atlantic Treaty Organization - Land Command Headquarters
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Directed Communication & Information Services (CIS) and cyber planning and execution in support of NATO land forces.
- Provided CIS and Cyber advice to senior NATO leaders and recommended mission options to the Commanding General.
- Led a 30-person multinational joint division of CIS compromised of military and civilian professionals.
- Directed cross-functional teams in the execution of enterprise-wide information system upgrades and migrations.
- Established data governance frameworks to ensure compliance with coalition partner regulations and security standards.
Chief Information Officer
US Army - Joint Readiness Training Center Operations Group
06.2016 - 06.2017
- Mentored and coached the Brigade Combat Team Communications staff (20-25 personnel) under realistic conditions simulating combat conditions, preparing them for future deployment.
- Coordinated communications and maintenance support for 10 Brigade Combat Team rotations (4K Soldiers ea rotation) at the Joint Readiness Training Center.
- Responsible for the IT services and cyber readiness for 1500 personnel assigned to Operations Group.
Chief Information Officer
2nd Infantry Division
05.2014 - 06.2016
- Responsible for theater-wide contingency plans and operations plans in support of the division's mission to defend the Korean peninsula.
- Advised the Commanding General, division staff, and subordinate commands on all aspects of tactical and strategic communications.
- Fostered cross-functional collaboration by building relationships between IT professionals and stakeholders across the division and with our South Korean counterparts.
Cybersecurity Manager
NORAD-U.S. Northern Command
06.2010 - 05.2014
- Led transformation of NORAD-USNORTHCOM's cyberspace domain and operationalized the branch's mission enhancing the commands situational awareness in support of the command's Homeland Defense mission
- Developed the training plan for the Commanding General's Cyber Advisor Position - personnel trained to advise senior leaders on cyberspace operations options.
- Led incident response efforts to mitigate cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities.
Education
Master of Strategic Studies - National Security Strategy
06-2018
Master of Science - Public Policy Analysis
06-2004
Bachelor of Arts - Finance
05-1996
Skills
- Defense Support to Civil Authorities Phase I
- Defense Support to Civil Authorities Phase II
- Strategic thinking
- Joint Planner
- Mentorship
- Ethical leadership
- Motivational skills
- Project management
- Conflict resolution
Work Availability
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Timeline
Chief of Staff - US Army - Command & Control Functional Capability Directorate
08.2024 - Current
Deputy Chief of Staff - US Army - US Forces Command
07.2021 - 07.2024
Mayor - US Army - US Army Garrison, Fort Detrick
06.2019 - 07.2021
Chief Information Officer - North Atlantic Treaty Organization - Land Command Headquarters
07.2018 - 07.2019
Chief Information Officer - US Army - Joint Readiness Training Center Operations Group
06.2016 - 06.2017
Chief Information Officer - 2nd Infantry Division
05.2014 - 06.2016
Cybersecurity Manager - NORAD-U.S. Northern Command
06.2010 - 05.2014
US Army War College - Master of Strategic Studies , National Security Strategy
Georgetown University - Master of Science, Public Policy Analysis
Morehouse College - Bachelor of Arts, Finance
Military Education
2019 Installation Management Command (IMCOM) Pre-Command Course
2019 United States Army Pre-Command Course
2019 United States Army Signal Regiment Pre-Command Course
2018 United States Army War College
2010 United States Army Command and General Staff College
2005 Joint Professional Military Education Level II
2002 United States Marine Corps Communications School / Expeditionary Warfare School
1996 United States Army Armor Basic Officer Leaders Course