Frederick J Martin Jr.
Saint Petersburg
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record of enhancing organizational effectiveness through empowerment and trust. Transitioned from technical roles to strategic management, spearheading modernization initiatives and improving network performance by 70%. Currently focused on developing next-generation IT solutions to ensure agility in addressing global challenges.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager/AWS Lead
EOA Technologies
03.2025 - Current
- Led the project as a subject matter expert and site leader, focusing on the most technical aspects, including fiber splicing, advanced troubleshooting, and quality assurance.
- Performed advanced testing using OTDRs and certifiers, ensuring all terminations met strict specifications and quality standards.
- Identified and resolved complex issues related to signal loss, cable integrity, and obstructions, enhancing system reliability.
- Maintained accurate records of work performed, documenting cable routes, termination points, and detailed test results for future reference.
- Guided and assisted Level I and II technicians, helping the team adhere to safety and quality standards.
Manager of Special Expeditionary IT
National Security Agency
10.2020 - 09.2025
- Drove NSA’s IT vision for the Middle East and Hostile Areas, leading to the role of Subject Matter Expert and front door for all of EIS Hostile requirements.
- Developed tactical agility to support future Global Mission Areas and COCOM customers by building a skilled team of civilians, military, and contractors to realize the IT vision.
- Mitigated capability degradation at a mission critical collection location due to manning shortages by devising and implementing a strategy leveraging equipment and personnel from post-Afghanistan retrograde.
- Positioned NSA to meet the full withdraw of U.S. troops from Afghanistan, assisting Agency draw down to a traditional footprint at U.S. Embassy by September 2021.
- Orchestrated a repeatable process for network engineers to surge support in the region, enhancing network performance by 70% within one year.
- Mentored personnel to enhance career development and skill growth.
- Consult with management and Employee Relations on any sensitive employee issues.
- Identified strategies to challenge employees, enhancing their performance levels.
- Mentor and share knowledge to help guide peers, team members, and customers through processes and procedures.
Manager Communications Support Services
National Security Agency
03.2019 - 10.2020
- Successfully directed the development of an agile Fly Away Tactical Communications Package into an IT platform, critical to NSA mission and one of our most important customers, SOCOM/JSOC.
- Realigned resources as Primary COR for COMBATANT PIRATE contract, integrated contractor services from four technical task orders into one cohesive operation.
- Strengthened strategic, tactical, and national level intelligence systems by providing SIGINT support to diverse global users at the 'Speed of War.'
- Engineered, installed, operated, and sustained NSA’s world-wide multi-level/multiple classification networks to enhance secure communications.
Liaison Kabul, Afghanistan
National Security Agency
Kabul
10.2018 - 03.2019
- Deployed to Afghanistan as NSA Liaison in Kabul, providing liaison support between Intelligence Community partners.
- Oversaw Information Technology operations across Kabul region to ensure seamless communication and support for mission objectives.
- Coordinated personnel logistics movements across Kabul to optimize resource allocation and sustain mission readiness.
Manager Partner and SATCOM Services
National Security Agency
09.2016 - 09.2018
- Partnered across enterprises to enhance relationships with internal and external organizations, improving communication and supporting key initiatives.
- Lead/participate in technical discussions & decision-making processes.
- Align resources based on functional requirements, technical expertise & program execution.
- Establish and promote a positive relationship with customer organizations.
- Demonstrate ability to communicate with leadership and/or brief at Priority Reviews and other meetings.
- Regularly communicate with all levels of management and support personnel to build alliances.
- Provided management with updated status reports on all projects, sharing crucial project information during weekly staff meetings.
- Provided weekly updates to management on major milestones and decision points.
- Develop a schedule that captures the required funding/resources needed to stay on schedule.
- Established processes/procedures enabling team to consistently meet mandated deadlines.
- Facilitated recruitment efforts to select and onboard qualified personnel.
Network System Engineer Tactical IT Services
National Security Agency
10.2000 - 09.2016
- Provided technical leadership and hands-on experience in the modernization of the communications infrastructure across the enterprise.
- Provided technical leadership to engineers in the design and integrity of communications systems.
- Implemented innovative solutions to address customer requirements promptly.
- Created and updated strategic roadmaps to guide long-term initiatives.
- Led projects across division, encouraging participation and ownership within the team.
- Set clear standards and milestones and hold yourself and others accountable to achieve tangible results.
Electrical Systems Specialist, Facilities & Equipment Mgmt.
National Security Agency
07.1996 - 10.2000
- Executed wiring plans and installed electrical equipment, enhancing system functionality.
- Installed, maintained, and repaired electrical systems to ensure operational reliability.
- Designed and installed new systems.
- Monitored safety standards in workplace to uphold compliance and promote a safe environment.
Education
Journeyman Electrician
Anne Arundel Community College
Arnold, MD06-1991
Skills
- Project Coordination
- Tech solutions
- Technical Direction
- Efficiency Improvement
- Process Definition
- Risk Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Team Collaboration
- Leadership strategy
- Team Fostering
- Mission Focused Environments
- Customer Service
- Recruitment
- Programmatic Rigor
Clearance
TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
Training Self Development
- Self-study, literature: Focus on podcasts and blogs to support moderated work force discussions centered on building out the engagement tradecraft across organizations.
- Learned new leadership skills, insights, team motivators, and political awareness.
- Mid-Level and Front-Line Leadership Development Programs: Refined leadership competencies, focused on self-awareness, influence, team values, and conflict management.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to solve problems independently.
Timeline
Project Manager/AWS Lead
EOA Technologies
03.2025 - Current
Manager of Special Expeditionary IT
National Security Agency
10.2020 - 09.2025
Manager Communications Support Services
National Security Agency
03.2019 - 10.2020
Liaison Kabul, Afghanistan
National Security Agency
10.2018 - 03.2019
Manager Partner and SATCOM Services
National Security Agency
09.2016 - 09.2018
Network System Engineer Tactical IT Services
National Security Agency
10.2000 - 09.2016
Electrical Systems Specialist, Facilities & Equipment Mgmt.
National Security Agency
07.1996 - 10.2000
Journeyman Electrician
Anne Arundel Community College