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
Nashville, United States
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
Nashville, United States
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
Nashville, United States
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
Nashville, United States
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
Nashville, United States
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
Nashville, United States
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
Nashville, United States
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
Nashville, United States
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
Al Qulat, Afghanistan
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
Nashville, United States
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