Michael David Jarrett
Mount Juliet
Summary
Knowledgeable in information technology with a solid history of managing teams and driving operational success. Skilled in implementing strategic initiatives that enhance productivity and efficiency. Demonstrated ability in problem-solving and decision-making. Utilizes advanced troubleshooting skills to resolve technical issues promptly. Knowledge of network security protocols and systems management best practices.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
State Training Ammunition Manager (STAM)
Tennessee National Guard
03.2020 - Current
- Responsible for approximately 25 million dollars of ammunition allocated to the state
- As the state’s marksmanship coordinator I research, identify, and analyze to aid units in resolving deficiencies, ensuring a viable marksmanship program
- lead representative in the state for all Training Aids, Devices, Simulations, and Simulators (TADSS), coordinating use and maintenance
- I coordinate with the Air National Guard to facilitate aircraft availability for Military airlift
- state lead on Senior Gunners Course
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Distance Learning Program Manager
Tennessee National Guard
03.2020 - 11.2020
- manage and sustained the state’s Distributed Learning Program (DLP)
- planned, budgeted, and delivered DL programs and courses
- served as the DL Program Fund Manager and coordinated all DL related activities
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
First Sergeant
Tennessee National Guard
07.2018 - 10.2020
- evaluate organizational readiness and make recommendations for improvement
- mentored junior soldiers, instilling a culture of continuous learning and professional development among staff resulting in accelerated promotions and improved job satisfaction
- Maintained high levels of readiness by conducting regular inspections, evaluations, and corrective actions as needed.
- Oversaw physical fitness programs for the unit, promoting healthy lifestyles and improving overall performance metrics.
- Created contingency plans to address unexpected tactical scenarios.
- Monitored and assessed mission progress and provided updates to command.
IT SPECIALIST – CUSTOMER SUPPORT
Tennessee National Guard
01.2017 - 03.2020
- Security + Certified (expired 2024)
- Served as the primary interface between the assigned organization and all information systems customers providing technical support for end users to ensure seamless operations.
- Configured hardware and software for a variety of customer applications, operating systems, protocols and equipment
- Collaborated with team members to optimize IT infrastructure.
- Improved data integrity by conducting regular system audits and backups.
- Analyzed system requirements to support technology needs of organization.
C2CRE-B NCOIC
TN Army National Guard
03.2016 - 07.2018
- Served as the C2CRE-B (Command and Control Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear Response Element) NCOIC for a 20 Soldier element ready to rapidly deploy anywhere within the continental US and be on the ground within 96 hours
- C2CRE-B utilizes rotary wing, fixed wing and ground movements to support a FEMA designated disaster zone
- The Defense CBRN Response Force (DCRF) comprised of over 5,200 personnel to include Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines and civilians from active-duty and reserve units, as well as many alphabet agencies
- My team was responsible for maintaining accountability of all personnel assets on the scene, as well as resources needed to support the personnel
Database Administrator
State of Tennessee
12.2014 - 01.2017
- Streamlined backup and recovery processes, enhancing overall system stability and availability of two SQL servers
- Administered, supported, and monitored databases by proactively resolving database issues and maintaining servers.
- Ensured database security with implementation of role-based access control and regular vulnerability assessments.
- In addition, I also provided customer service in the form of help desk, desktop support, and software and program support for the entire Admin Services Department
- I installed, configured, monitored, tested, and evaluated software packages that provided performance measurements of the WAN/LAN as well
- Elevated user satisfaction, promptly addressing database-related issues and providing expert guidance this required interface with my fellow employees to diagnose a problem, and find a solution as quickly and proficiently as possible
Environmental Program Support Coordinator/Special Projects Field Supervisor
Staffing One
11.2012 - 12.2014
- Worked with site to maintain compliance with applicable environmental regulations with emphasis on Wash Rack and Grease Trap survey and management plans,
- responsible for the Environmental network and all server and desktop maintenance and software and program issues
- provided technical assistance and support to the end users of the department, as well as install, modify, and repair computer hardware and software
- Reduced environmental risks by conducting thorough site assessments and identifying potential hazards.
- Tracked key compliance metrics and implemented systems to improve performance.
GIS Support Technician
Tennessee National Guard
07.2010 - 11.2012
- enhanced system performance by redesigning our internal SharePoint website on the military network
- Provided remote assistance to ensure timely problem resolution.
- Created access databases for GIS and Environmental to track various projects and equipment and migrated them to our SharePoint pages
- Fielded requests from end users on various technical issues, software issues, and general desktop support problems
Direct Signal Support Team OIC
Tennessee National Guard / US Army
07.2011 - 06.2012
- Served as the Officer In Charge of a Strategic Tactical Communications Facility on a small Forward Operating Base in Eastern Afghanistan directly in charge of 6 military personnel and 41 ITT civilian contractors
- worked effectively in a fast-paced environment to plan, coordinate and oversee the execution of the communications migration from a tactical network to a commercialized strategic network
- worked well in a team responsible for all IT security principles within the base, maintaining secure communications through SIPER, NIPER, CENTRIXS, LAN/WAN, as well as all Telephony and satellite
- We provided communications capability via phone, LAN/WAN, email, line-of-sight, and satellite
Environmental Specialist
Tennessee National Guard
07.2009 - 07.2010
- Reduced environmental risks by conducting thorough site assessments and identifying potential hazards at facilities
- Managed the remediation process for contaminated sites, restoring them to safe conditions for future use
- was the main point of contact on office systems servers
- responsible for customer support within the department for the state network equipment and software
Education
Senior Leaders Course (SLC) Camp -
g. MD
Shelby, JD, DDS, MSAssociate's degree - Electronics Engineering
ITT Technical Institute
Nashville, TNSkills
- Proficient in TAMIS
- Proficient in RFMSS
- Proficient with TS-MATS
- Proficient with Contracting Procedures
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Verbal and written communication
- Complex Problem-solving
- Staff training and development
- Project management
- Conflict resolution
Certification
Tennessee National Guard - First Sergeant (E8) - Secret Clearance
Timeline
State Training Ammunition Manager (STAM)
Tennessee National Guard
03.2020 - Current
Distance Learning Program Manager
Tennessee National Guard
03.2020 - 11.2020
First Sergeant
Tennessee National Guard
07.2018 - 10.2020
IT SPECIALIST – CUSTOMER SUPPORT
Tennessee National Guard
01.2017 - 03.2020
C2CRE-B NCOIC
TN Army National Guard
03.2016 - 07.2018
Database Administrator
State of Tennessee
12.2014 - 01.2017
Environmental Program Support Coordinator/Special Projects Field Supervisor
Staffing One
11.2012 - 12.2014
Direct Signal Support Team OIC
Tennessee National Guard / US Army
07.2011 - 06.2012
GIS Support Technician
Tennessee National Guard
07.2010 - 11.2012
Environmental Specialist
Tennessee National Guard
07.2009 - 07.2010
Associate's degree - Electronics Engineering
ITT Technical Institute
Senior Leaders Course (SLC) Camp -
g. MD
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