Gilbert Joel Ortiz
New Rochelle,NY
Summary
Seasoned IT professional with expertise in network security, systems architecture, system efficiency and leading projects to success.. Proven record in handling large complex planning and implementations. Solutions Architect, skilled in leading project management initiatives. Having a passion for implementing and managing innovative technologies. Eager to leverage extensive experience in managing teams, assets, and deploying innovative technology solutions to drive efficiency, security, and collaboration. I have over 23 years of experience in network setup and management, data service setup and management, and problem solving skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Officer
United States Marine Corps Reserve
05.2025 - Current
- Second in command authority in the company that contains over 300 personnel with different expertise and multiple communication fields (Data Services/ Networking/ VoIP/VoSIP/ Radio/ Satellite)
- Plan and execute robust communication architecture and integration training plans.
- Strategize company assets and personnel in executing the training exercises and readiness abilities.
- Ensure personnel in the company are up to date on certifications and foster higher education/ training for their required communication fields.
- Supervise company staff and provide guidance to enable success on company goals and milestones.
- Provide leadership, mentorship, and supervision to individual personnel in leaderships positions at the subordinate level, fostering their professional development and ensuring task excellence.
- Led strategic planning initiatives to enhance operational efficiency across multiple units.
- Coordinated logistics and resource allocation for missions, ensuring optimal support for operational objectives.
- Managed cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration to achieve mission success and improve morale.
Project Manager /Network Administrator
Gibraltar Home Improvements Inc.
01.2023 - Current
- Led efforts to ensure exceptional customer satisfaction by overseeing the quality and timely completion of projects.
- Managed professional crews on job sites, effectively coordinating tasks and resources to execute contracts efficiently.
- Responsible for procurement processes, including ordering and ensuring timely delivery of construction materials and merchandise, optimizing project timelines and budgets.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive project documentation for stakeholder transparency.
- Implemented quality control measures to uphold high standards in home renovation projects.
- Supervised, implemented, and maintained a secure and robust network architecture for the business to include onsite technical support and troubleshooting to ensure uninterrupted workflow.
- Conducted scheduled audits of the network and client devices for compliance in accordance with the company's security policy.
Regimental Communications Officer
United States Marine Corps Reserve
11.2022 - 04.2025
- Led all aspects of the planning, installation, operation, displacement and maintenance of network, transmission and data systems to support the command and control on a large scale. Key member of the staff tasked with the role of being the principal representative to the Regimental Commander advising on communication strategies across numerous command levels and their subordinate units totaling over 5,000 personnel.
- Operational Support: Provided essential communications for exercises, deployments, and real-world missions.
- Command a platoon comprising 63 personnel with diverse communication expertise and fields, ensuring operational readiness and mission success.
- Strategized and implement communication assets, ranging from individual client laptops to satellite connections, to facilitate seamless operational connectivity.
Provide leadership, mentorship, and supervision to individuals, fostering their professional development and ensuring task excellence. - Responsible officer for all communication assets ranging from individual client devices (i.e., laptops) to networking and service-related hardware to transmission devices (i.e., radio, satellite assets), and encryption devices, exceeding $21,000,000.
- Supervisor for all federally controlled cryptographic equipment for communication encryption.
- Developed, strategized, and employed a large communication / networking plan for over 3,000 personnel and partner nations over a wide geographic location.
- Liaison to partner nations for communication strategy and implementation.
- Conducted research on communication best practices, informing training sessions for staff members.
Communications Officer / Adv. Course Coordinator
United States Marine Corps
12.2018 - 10.2022
- Developed advanced communication planning curriculum tailored for senior officers, enhancing their strategic communication capabilities and decision-making effectiveness.
- Facilitated the design and implementation of comprehensive training programs, equipping senior officers with the skills and knowledge necessary to navigate complex communication challenges in dynamic operational environments.
- Collaborated with subject matter experts to identify emerging communication trends and best practices, integrating relevant insights into training modules to ensure currency and relevance.
- Evaluated training outcomes and solicited feedback from participants to continually refine and improve curriculum content and delivery methods, ensuring maximum effectiveness and relevance to operational requirements.
Cyber Networks Chief
United States Marine Corps
09.2014 - 10.2018
- Led and managed a team of 31 personnel, overseeing their professional development, task execution, and supervision in the deployment of data and networking communications.
- Assisted in strategic planning to ensure effective utilization of resources and alignment with mission objectives, contributing to the seamless integration and operation of critical communication systems.
- Mentored and guided team members in the execution of their duties, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Orchestrated the seamless integration and operation of complex networking infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and reliability across diverse operational environments
- Managed IT projects and gear worth over $7.8M
- Collaborated with military, coalition, and civilian stakeholders to assess communication requirements and tailor network configurations to meet evolving operational needs and priorities.
Data Network Specialist
United States Marine Corps
04.2004 - 08.2014
- Led a team of 8 personnel, overseeing task execution, and supervision in the deployment of data and networking gear.
- Administering Active Directory on the network for over 800 personnel.
- Implementing and updating security for the network
- Managed local storage systems containing numerous programs and allocated storages for users.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theater
Queens College
Flushing, NYBachelor of Science - Sociology
Queens College
Flushing, NYAssociate of Arts - Theater
Queensborough Community College
Bayside, NY06-2014
Skills
- Network Security
- Cloud Computing
- Project Management
- Data Analytics
- Cybersecurity
- Systems Architecture
- IT Support
- Software Development
- Team Management
- Project Management
Certification
- Marine Corps Data Network Specialist Certification
- Security+ Certified Professional
- National Institute for Social Media (NISM) Certification
- Deployable Joint Command and Control Communications Certification
- Amphibious Warfare Staff Planning
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Executive Officer
United States Marine Corps Reserve
05.2025 - Current
Project Manager /Network Administrator
Gibraltar Home Improvements Inc.
01.2023 - Current
Regimental Communications Officer
United States Marine Corps Reserve
11.2022 - 04.2025
Communications Officer / Adv. Course Coordinator
United States Marine Corps
12.2018 - 10.2022
Cyber Networks Chief
United States Marine Corps
09.2014 - 10.2018
Data Network Specialist
United States Marine Corps
04.2004 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Theater
Queens College
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Queens College
Associate of Arts - Theater
Queensborough Community College