JASON RATLIFF
APO,MA
Summary
With a distinguished career at the USAF, exceling in crisis management and analytical skills, ensuring safety and security in high-stakes environments. Leadership in roles in information assurance and weather/emergency management has significantly enhanced operational efficiency. Known for exceptional communication and problem-solving abilities, I've effectively managed teams and projects, achieving critical objectives. Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Flight Chief
USAF
03.2024 - Current
- Managed test equipment and facilities valued at $1.5M.
- Supervised, trained and motivated 15 technicians.
- Assessed individual skills of team and delegated daily tasks based on strengths.
- Managed professional growth and development of 15 enlisted personnel by scheduling training and managing CBT schedules.
Flight Chief
USAF
02.2023 - 03.2024
- Managed professional growth and development of 12 enlisted personnel by scheduling training and managing CBT schedules.
- Assessed individual skills of team and delegated daily tasks based on strengths.
- Supervised, trained and motivated 12 technicians.
- Managed test equipment and facilities valued at $1.5M.
- Enforced compliance with complex state and federal laws, rules and regulations for USAF base.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
Senior Enlisted Leader
USAF
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Provided strategic plotting and navigation for warfare areas.
- Managed $20M operations budget.
- Upheld USAF dress and appearance regulations for professional appearance.
- Dealt with inter-company conflicts to remove obstacles to 105 troops' readiness.
- Trained in conflict resolution among subordinates, equals and superiors.
- Surveyed company overall health and preparedness.
- Coordinated with unit leadership and direct superiors for taskings and managed subordinates to execute.
- Maintained awareness of subordinates' personal problems and shortcomings, supporting personal and professional growth.
- Worked collaboratively with functional leaders to implement new procedures and corrective actions to improve quality.
- Achieved team goals through formalized training plans, coaching, and performance management.
First Sergeant
USAF
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Organized professional with expertise in managing resources and optimizing performance. Proficient in providing valuable insights and supporting decision-making processes. Committed to enhancing productivity and contributing to overall success.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Versatile professional with strong problem-solving skills and history of adapting to diverse challenges. Applies innovative solutions and technical expertise to deliver exceptional results. Committed to streamlining processes and advancing organizational objectives.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Superintendent Current Operations
USAF
01.2019 - 09.2021
- Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing operations to keep work in line with project & company goals.
- Managed complete construction process to maximize quality, cost-controls and efficiency.
- Supported project coordination and smooth workflow by coordinating materials, inspections, and contractor actions.
- Worked with specialized teams to accomplish all objectives and achieve goals.
- Resolved conflicts between staff and customers swiftly and professionally.
- Managed 40 workers when performing duties in line with local and national building codes in construction.
Staff Weather Officer
USAF
01.2017 - 02.2019
- Coordinated operations with other emergency service groups.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
- Provided reporting for forecast analysis and ad-hoc reporting in support of decision-making.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
Solar Analyst
USAF
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Interpreted observations from upper atmosphere, land and sea to assess potential storm impacts and precipitation.
- Employed mathematical and physical formulas to help make long- and short-range weather predictions.
- Recorded and analyzed data from worldwide weather stations, satellites, radars and remote sensors.
Battlefield Weather Forecaster
USAF
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Interpreted observations from upper atmosphere, land and sea to assess potential storm impacts and precipitation.
- Employed mathematical and physical formulas to help make long- and short-range weather predictions.
- Researched and predicted climate change.
- Recorded and analyzed data from worldwide weather stations, satellites, radars and remote sensors.
- Maintained and operated sophisticated meteorological equipment, scientific instruments, technology and software.
- Measured factors such as air pressure, temperature, and humidity.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Provided customer feedback on weather impacts to various weapons systems.
Weather Technician
USAF
02.2009 - 01.2015
- Interpreted observations from upper atmosphere, land and sea to assess potential storm impacts and precipitation.
- Employed mathematical and physical formulas to help make long- and short-range weather predictions.
- Measured factors such as air pressure, temperature, and humidity.
- Recorded and analyzed data from worldwide weather stations, satellites, radars and remote sensors.
- Researched and predicted climate change.
- Maintained deep knowledge of local, national and international geography and topography to provide better weather forecasts and predictions.
- Collected and updated meteorological information and data to develop weather forecasts and report current weather conditions.
- Developed and presented long and short-range weather forecast information every day.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated with high success rate.
Information Assurance Manager
USAF
10.2007 - 02.2009
- Analyzed network security and current infrastructure, assessing areas in need of improvement.
- Implemented and maintained technology and software budget.
- Wrote strategic business plans outlining need for departmental information technology resources.
- Liaised with other departments to minimize network interruptions and possible downtimes.
Network Secuirty Manager
USAF
02.2006 - 02.2007
- Security policies: Define the network's security policies and emergency response plans
- Perimeter security: Oversee perimeter security and implement measures to optimize the network's security
- Communication: Collaborate with other IT professionals involved in the network's security
- Troubleshooting: Troubleshoot issues and monitor potential threats
- Passwords: Provide secure passwords to users
- Incident response: Draft incident response plans to restore failed infrastructure
- Monitoring: Monitor internal and external policy compliance, employee operations, and client interactions
- Security tools: Maintain all security tools and technology, including firewalls and policies
- New technology: Monitor the implementation of new technology, hardware, or software to ensure it's secure
Boundary Protection Specialist
USAF
02.2005 - 02.2006
- Implemented tools and techniques to manage, control and protect the security objectives of information stored, processed and transmitted within and between network boundaries; such as controlled interfaces, intrusion detection, anti-virus, network forensic analysis, log monitoring.
Intrusion Detection Specialist
USAF
03.2004 - 02.2005
- Notify administrators regarding attacks launched against networks.
- Keep track of the massive amount of logs generated, which provide information about network threats.
- Provide accurate threat detection.
Education
Associate of Science - Meteorology
Community College of Air Force
Maxwell AFB, AL10.2011
Associate of Science - Information Systems Management
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL10.2010
Skills
- Information assurance
- Safety management
- Military operations
- Emergency management
- Analytical skills
- Crisis management
- Excellent communication
- Problem-solving
- Application security
- Threat analysis
- Data analysis
Certification
- CompTIA Security+, Aug 2008
- Emergency Management Institute PDS, FEMA, May 2024
- Nuclear/Radiological Incident Annex, FEMA, Apr 2024
Timeline
Flight Chief
USAF
03.2024 - Current
Flight Chief
USAF
02.2023 - 03.2024
Senior Enlisted Leader
USAF
05.2022 - 02.2023
First Sergeant
USAF
09.2021 - 05.2022
Superintendent Current Operations
USAF
01.2019 - 09.2021
Staff Weather Officer
USAF
01.2017 - 02.2019
Solar Analyst
USAF
01.2016 - 01.2017
Battlefield Weather Forecaster
USAF
01.2015 - 01.2016
Weather Technician
USAF
02.2009 - 01.2015
Information Assurance Manager
USAF
10.2007 - 02.2009
Network Secuirty Manager
USAF
02.2006 - 02.2007
Boundary Protection Specialist
USAF
02.2005 - 02.2006
Intrusion Detection Specialist
USAF
03.2004 - 02.2005
Associate of Science - Meteorology
Community College of Air Force
Associate of Science - Information Systems Management
Community College of The Air Force
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