Gus De La Rosa
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Seasoned GS-12 IT Specialist with over 14 years of experience driving complex, command-level technology projects for the Department of Defense. Proven expertise in all phases of IT acquisition and contract management, serving as a key technical advisor for multimillion-dollar programs. Adept at developing long-range systems plans, authoring IT policy, and translating mission requirements into detailed Statements of Work (SOWs), Performance Work Statements (PWSs), and technical specifications. Skilled at securing funding and managing resources to modernize critical infrastructure and enhance enterprise capabilities.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief, Planning & Implementation (IT Specialist) |
US Air Force, 502d Communications Squadron
BSA-Fort Sam Houston/Randolph, TX
11.2021 - Current
- Serves as the lead technical advisor for contracting activities; authors and standardizes comprehensive contract packages, including SOWs, PWSs, and bid schedules to ensure technical accuracy and legal sufficiency for the JBSA 502 CS/SCXP flight.
- Authored and defended technical justifications that secured $4.1M in funding over five fiscal years, enabling the successful overhaul of deteriorating outside-plant infrastructure and enhancing mission performance across the installation.
- Manages the full lifecycle of IT systems planning, developing long-range architectural roadmaps and integrating emerging technologies to meet the strategic objectives of Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA).
- Acts as a primary Subject Matter Expert (SME) on C&I requirements and policy, briefing senior leadership on technical solutions and influencing key decisions on enterprise-level IT investments.
- Orchestrated a $1.5M acquisition to replace end-of-service network hardware across the JBSA Randolph enclave. Authored the entire contracting solicitation package, including the Independent Government Cost Estimate (IGCE) and Justification for Exception to Fair Opportunity (JEFO), leading to the successful removal of obsolete devices and the mitigation of critical security vulnerabilities.
- Engineered and implemented the master Statement of Work (SOW) template now used for all outside and inside plant acquisitions across the 502d Communications Squadron. This foundational document has streamlined the procurement lifecycle and directly supported over $10 million in contract awards, significantly reducing preparation time and ensuring technical consistency across JBSA.
- Served as the senior technical authority on a portfolio of over 10 MILCON projects, providing proactive guidance and critical intervention to resolve major design changes and technical conflicts across JBSA. This expert oversight directly resulted in over $5 million in cost avoidance for the U.S. Government.
IT Project Manager
United States Air Force, JBSA
Fort Sam Houston, TX
11.2018 - 11.2021
- Forestalled a $37M MILCON siting oversight by identifying a critical C&I design flaw, leading a multi-agency re-planning effort that prevented a one-year program delay.
- Re-engineered a $443K campus-wide fiber optic upgrade project that was 80% over budget, bringing it to completion under the original funding allocation.
- Merged two separate MILCON infrastructure designs into a single, efficient project, generating $500K in cost savings and delivering expanded capabilities ahead of schedule.
- Orchestrated the simultaneous execution of 12 non-MILCON projects valued at over $2.3M, successfully upgrading network infrastructure across 79 facilities.
Cable Systems Supervisor
United States Air Force
Randolph AFB, TX
08.2016 - 11.2018
- Directed all outside/inside plant operations, providing project management and contract oversight for telecommunications infrastructure projects supporting 45,000 personnel.
- Developed cost estimates and technical requirements for maintenance and upgrade contracts, ensuring the reliability of critical C4I systems.
Communication and Equipment Installation Technician
United States Air Force
Randolph AFB, TX
02.2010 - 08.2016
- Provided foundational technical expertise for the installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of enterprise telecommunications, LAN/WAN, and C4 systems.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Business Administration
Texas A&M University San Antonio
San Antonio05.2014
Certificate - Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Department of The Air Force Continuous Improvement
Department Of The Air Force CI204-2025
Certificate - Cyberspace Project Management Course
81st Training Group
Keesler AFB Mississippi04.2005
Certificate - Professional Degree (e.g. MD, JD, DDS)
PMI-ACP Exam Prep Class
Gaviota, CA 05.2015
Networking Switching systems oper-maint - Technical Or Occupational Certificate
General Dynamics Resident School
GA04.2005
High school diploma -
Socorro High School
El Paso, TX05.2004
Skills
- System Migrations
- Project Lifecycle Management
- Team Building & Leadership
- Project Budgeting & Cost Controls
- Quality Assurance
- Requirements Definition & Analysis
- Risk Mitigation
- Documentation Management
- Self-motivated Professional
- Contract Development
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Organization and Time Management
Additional Information
- Active Security Clearance
Timeline
Chief, Planning & Implementation (IT Specialist) |
US Air Force, 502d Communications Squadron
11.2021 - Current
IT Project Manager
United States Air Force, JBSA
11.2018 - 11.2021
Cable Systems Supervisor
United States Air Force
08.2016 - 11.2018
Communication and Equipment Installation Technician
United States Air Force
02.2010 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Business Administration
Texas A&M University San Antonio
Certificate - Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Department of The Air Force Continuous Improvement
Certificate - Cyberspace Project Management Course
81st Training Group
Certificate - Professional Degree (e.g. MD, JD, DDS)
PMI-ACP Exam Prep Class
Networking Switching systems oper-maint - Technical Or Occupational Certificate
General Dynamics Resident School
High school diploma -
Socorro High School