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John Scholl

Leesburg,GA

Summary

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

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Supervisory IT Specialist (Policy and Planning); Installation IT Officer/Operations Officer

Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, Communications and Information Systems Division
07.2015 - Current
  • Led and managed a team of 12 civil service employees at rates up to GS-12, four Marines at rate up to O-3, and a team of contractors.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies including merit system principles and prohibited personnel practices; effectively balanced the various rules and regulations for the employment of the mixed employee environment.
  • Performed recruiting and hiring actions; served as panel chair and supported adjacent supervisors on their panels.
  • Performed position management; aligned position descriptions to mission and determined most efficient task organization. Advocated for and built additional structure to meet new requirements; adjusted structure as necessary to best accomplish the mission.
  • Completed all performance management tasks in a timely manner including clearly communicating performance expectations throughout the appraisal period, holding employees accountable, rewarding excellent performance, promoting employee development and training, and promptly addressing performance and conduct issues; performed performance appraisals and fitness reports on the civil service employees and Marines respectively.
  • Planned and projected funding requirements to support the MCEN-N, MCEN-S and Base Telephone Infrastructures. Participated in POM locally with the Base budget and submissions to MCIEAST G-6 for consideration and advocacy. Submitted calendar year deficiencies for unfunded requirements. I worked directly with Marine Corps Systems Command (MCSC) to advocate for Procurement Marine Corps investing at the site, realizing over $3M investment beyond originally programmed funds. I submitted for facility sustainment restoration modernization (FSRM) projects that aligned to critical communications infrastructure and was necessary for MCSC to execute investment in equipment modernization.
  • Annually evaluated service contract requirements and advocated for additional or modified contract support based on emerging requirements or adjustments to capabilities being delivered.
  • I developed performance work statements and sole source justification letters when required for IT procurements.
  • Maintained a safe work environment within the construct of the OSHA Voluntary Protection Program and worked to maintain the Installation's STAR Site status. Ensured prompt mitigation of hazards resulting in no mishaps, property damage or lost time.
  • Oversaw cable plant programs such as hazardous materials, fall protection and confined space. I ensured job hazard analysis was conducted for all hazardous work tasks and pressed for a culture of safety first in all mission tasks.
  • Performed long-range and short-range planning for the delivery of Marine Corps Enterprise Network (MCEN) Information Technology Services to MCLB Albany and Tenant Commands. Oversaw and managed life cycle management, technical refresh, MCEN Unification, Data Center Consolidation, Facility Projects and IT Expansions through coordination with the customer, government facilities, and the Marine Corps Enterprise.
  • Oversaw registration of the Installation Service Node (ISN) and Special Purpose Processing Nodes (SPPN) with HQMC and the DoD CIO respectively; developing plans to further consolidate the ISN and migrate Enterprise Services to the regional Installation Processing Node.
  • Planned and provided information technology requirements to support military construction (MILCON) and renovation efforts; I ensured delivery of equipment was aligned to project completion. Coordinated with higher headquarters for PMC programming of all collateral equipment not included in the MILCON project and ensured sustainment of assets through Marine Corps Systems Command; Coordinated allocation of OMMC, FSRM and PMC funded portions of projects to ensure seamless delivery of capabilities.
  • Oversaw all cybersecurity threat mitigation of workstation and servers on the MCEN-N and MCEN-N; ensured compliance with HQMC operational directives. Oversaw the drafting and submittal of Plan of Action and Milestones (POAM) to the HQMC Designated Accrediting Authority (DAA) for all vulnerabilities that could not be immediately mitigated.
  • Oversaw the implementation of DISA STIGs and security controls on all networks and unified communication devices; redesigned and oversaw the reconfiguration of the MCEN-N and MCEN-S base area network and local area network to harden the infrastructure and prepare for a DISA Command Cyber Readiness Inspection.
  • Oversaw change management and developed a Change Advisory Board charter; reviewed and approved changes to the network infrastructure.
  • Oversaw service asset configuration management; ensured accurate records in the configuration management database (CMDB) for all IT assets and software licenses. Oversaw the transition of IT Equipment from DPAS into GCSS-MC and worked to validate allowances within GCSS-MC. Ensured lifecycle management on all IT devices within MCLB Albany.
  • Oversaw incident management for all network devices; ensures service level agreement compliance and task organized work section to meet demands of incidents, work orders and projects.
  • I oversaw all long and short range planning concerning the operations and maintenance of the installations communications grid. I ensured all telecommunications were properly incorporated into installation renovation and military construction projects per the applicable uniform facility criteria. I oversaw capacity management of existing infrastructure and develop plans for growth. I registered construction and advocated for funding as required to improve the cable plant. I ensured Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping of the cable plant and the proper integration of a “call before you dig” program. I managed the telecommunication closets, distribution nodes, and core node facilities. I identified requirements and submitted projects to public works to ensure the proper sustainment of all critical IT and telecommunications facilities on the installation. I ensured access control to all communication closets and level 2 restricted areas. I oversaw the development and review of contractual statements of work to support contracted plant upgrades; ensured government reviews of contracted services within existing policy and regulation; and oversaw government acceptance of delivered products.
  • I oversaw all long and short range planning concerning the operations and maintenance of the base land mobile radio infrastructure. I ensured the proper management of the fleet map and support to first responders and tenants with assignment of trunk groups and channels. I coordinated with MCSC for modernizations and investments supported by the program of record and ensured mission requirements were met with all delivered solutions. I oversaw the communication electronics maintenance of radios and equipment.
  • I oversaw spectrum management for the Installation. I ensured all military spectrum is approved for use on the installation through MCIEAST and all unlicensed spectrum is properly managed. I oversaw the management of the Installation’s radio hazard analysis through the Department of Navy to include approvals for the use of new 5G spectrum in support of the Smart Warehouse.
  • I oversaw the management of the Installation telecommunication switching capability. I ensured automatic number identification (ANI) and automatic location identification (ALI) was accurate and the switch telecommunication management system (TMS) database was maintained and translated over to E-911 systems. I ensured maintenance contracts were in place for the systems and all planned modernizations were properly executed. I ensured the cybersecurity of the telecommunication switching environment through execution of vulnerability management and application of security controls.
  • Oversaw all DISA node site coordination. Coordinated all activations, migrations, decommissions of DISA circuits. Requested and communicated all DISA authorized service interruptions. Evaluated impact to services and ensured mission owners were notified so they could mitigate mission impact.
  • Served as Program Manager (PM) on three major risk management framework authorization packages; Base Telephone Infrastructure (BTI), Unclassified Base Area Network/Local Area Network (BAN/LAN), and Classified BAN/LAN. As the PM I oversaw the classification of the systems, selection of security controls and development of policy to support controls. I oversaw the proper hardening of the systems to include vulnerability management and applying security technical implementation guides. As a part of our continuous monitoring, we conducted regular maintenance on the systems to ensure to maintain secure environments for information processing. Contingency plans were developed and approved by the Marine Corps Authorizing Official.
  • From October to November of 2019, MCLB Albany underwent a Command Cyber Readiness Inspection (CCRI), inspected by Joint Force Headquarters DoD Information Network (JFHQ-DODIN). The team inspected both the MCEN-N and MCEN-S to include connected systems such as facility related controls and LOGCOM hosted systems. Physical Security of the vaults as well as protected distribution systems were included. This deep dive inspection covered a broad spectrum of areas to include internal network, domain name system, windows operating systems, vulnerability scans, database security, public key infrastructure, scanning and remediation, insider threat, endpoint security, and culture.
  • I oversaw all lines of effort to plan and apply security controls to the entire network; we conducted continual security reviews and applied all necessary controls to protect our enclaves and systems. With the limited notice of these inspections, the risk scores are reflective of the constant state of security. Our result of the CCRI was that both the MCLB Albany MCEN-N and MCEN-S were at an acceptable risk level to the DoD Information Network.
  • Oversaw the MCLB Albany Communications Security (COMSEC) Local Element Custodians for MCLB Albany. Ensured proper storage, transfer and destruction of all classified COMSEC keying material and controlled cryptographic inventory. Oversaw the proper crypto roll of keying material per published supersessions. Oversaw custodian’s quarterly COMSEC briefs to the Commanding Officer. Ensured annual exercise of MCIEAST’s Emergency Action Plan/Emergency Protection Plan.
  • Oversaw the classified material control for MCLB Albany. Ensured proper marking, storage, accountability, transportation, destruction of all classified material for MCLB Albany. Ensured annual reviews and cleanouts were performed as well as exercising of the Emergency Action Plan. Assisted the security manager with Inspector General Inspections for the Information Security tab.
  • Oversaw CISD’s mission assurance activities. Oversaw vulnerability assessments and physical security assessments on all level 2 restricted area communication nodes. Identified plans and activities to mitigate vulnerabilities and ensured all plans were registered with critical asset databases and aligned to readiness reporting within the Defense Readiness Reporting System (DRRS) for the Installation. Led CISD’s support to multiple Mission Assurance Assessment Team (MAAT) inspections and provided annual updates to mission assurance benchmarks. Aggressively advocated for the mitigation of communications related single points of failure and critical vulnerabilities.
  • I oversaw the management of contingency planning and disaster recovery for the IT and telecommunications systems aboard MCLB Albany. We developed and maintained detailed plans for each enclave and service with detailed restoration priorities. We developed a Major Incident process guide as well as codified emergency change advisory boards (CAB) within the CAB Charter. We maintained and exercised both emergency action plans and emergency protection plans for classified material and keying material.
  • On various occasions, portion of contingency plans were executed in response to natural disasters, cyber security incidents or system failures. Of most significance, we executed a complete COOP and disaster recovery following a tornado in January of 2017. Large portions of the fiber plant were destroyed, isolating an enterprise data center as well as various portions of the installation. I drove detailed assessments and development of restoration priorities and assisted the mission owners with continuity of operations as restoration was ongoing. I oversaw the movement of the data center to a non-affected building to restore some areas of the installation. I coordinated the delivery of Marine tactical broadband systems to link portions of the installation together while the cable infrastructure was being restored. We were able to restore most of the infrastructure within 90 days and continued with reconstitution over the next couple years as buildings were repaired. The entire effort validated our planning and demonstrated we could recover from a major natural disaster.
  • I was a chartered member of the OUSD 5G Smart Warehouse test bed with LOGCOM, NIWC and OUSD. Supported major innovation effort by assisting with development of statements of work, participation in technical evaluation board, and was a member of various working groups such as the infrastructure and cyber security working. I attended and supported NIWC with the initial capability demonstration. As the infrastructure lead, I developed infrastructure requirements and design for the 5G warehouse and supported the proposed expansion to include DLA and the Maintenance Center. I oversaw the updating of the Installations’ Radio Hazard Analysis in coordination with Dept. of Navy to attain transceiver approvals and restrictions.
  • I led an effort to improve the MCLB Albany installation service node (ISN) and mitigate vulnerabilities. Initially, I advocated for a NAVFAC engineering study to determine suitability of existing facilities to be renovated to meet current data center standards which resulted in the determination to build a new communication center. Following the study, I developed the complete requirements for a new communication center and worked with government facilities to draft MILCON P982 (Communications Center) DD-1391. I advocated and justified the facility at every opportunity to obtain approval of the project. These efforts resulted in preliminary design authority in 2022. Further, I engaged MCSC concerning power deficiencies for the new communication system and I was able to obtain approval for the new communication systems. The new power system will ensure the existing ISN will support the mission until the new communications facility is developed.
  • I planned, coordinated and oversaw the delivery of wireless local area networking (WLAN) to MCLB Albany. From 2018 to 2022, I oversaw various WLAN projects that has resulted in delivery of over 1000 wireless access points to over 100 buildings across the installation, a total investment of $13.2M. In doing so, we upgraded a significant portion of the MCEN local area network and cable plant infrastructure. I advocated for PMC funded projects and was also able to receive over $1.3M of residual equipment from MCSC when the program went unfunded. At current time, we are on the last leg of the project with only 30 buildings/locations to complete. The WLAN capability has enabled LOGCOM’s ability to automate processes, incorporate mobility, and deploy new technologies.
  • In support of Public Works, we were able to be the second Marine Corps Installation to attain Authority to Operate (ATO) for our Facility Related Control Systems (FRCS) and the first Marine Corps Installation to connect the FRCS enclave to the MCEN-N. Without guidance or direction from the enterprise, we designed an enclave with segmented security controls in a manner that FRCS was protected and could interact with business systems on the MCEN-N. I have been a participating member of the FRCS community of interest (COI) since 2017 and attended various working group sessions to support programmatic progress. I have had heavy engagement in the FRCS network transport and cyber security discussions and provided recommendations to the COI on how to move forward.
  • I planned and oversaw the reorganization of IT and Telecommunications aboard MCLB Albany based on a Marine Requirements Oversight Council (MROC) decision in 2020. I attended working groups that created a new organization, 2nd Network Battalion and split CISD’s workforce and equipment between CISD and the newly formed Battalion. In doing so we developed detailed Responsible, Accountable, Supporting, Consulted and Informed charts outlining hundreds of IT and Telecommunications tasks and how they would be executed under the new construct. We developed detailed troop to tasks to ensure alignment of personnel to missions across both organizations which led to a Table of Organization and Equipment change supporting the new structures. As a part of the logistics working group, we sorted through all table of equipment considerations and ensured the proper transfer of equipment to the new unit and responsible officer at activation. Administratively, I wrote various GG 2210 series cyber excepted service position descriptions to support the new billets at the Battalion. Finally, I provided assistance and procedural oversight to the network battalion detachment at Albany until such time they could hire a Detachment OIC. The transition went smoothly with negligible impact to the missions and customers aboard the Installation.
  • I have oversaw various network modernization efforts executed on the MCEN-N and MCEN-S aboard MCLB Albany. Of significance, we collapsed all legacy networks and domains as a part of the domain consolidation and elimination program. I oversaw various technical refreshes and operating system migrations to include the Windows 10 migration; we were able to refresh over half the environment and migrate compatible workstations within a collapsed timeline resulting in increased cyber security posture. I oversaw the migration of the Installation to Office 365; I coordinated with the migration teams and ensured a seamless migration of users to the new Office service. I oversaw various system connections to the MCEN-N. Working with Blount Island and LOGCOM, I oversaw the installation of the Marine Corps Prepositioning Information Center and fully integrated the system into our MCEN-N Wireless LAN. This resulted in LOGCOM being able to place passive RFID sensors across the installation to track equipment through business processes.
  • In 2021, I oversaw the complete upgrade of our base telephone system and the E-911 system supporting the installation’s Public Service Answering Point (PSAP). Working with various vendors, MCSC and the PSAP, we seamlessly migrated our telephone switch from Avaya Communications Manager 6 to Communications Manager 8. We upgraded our telephone management system concurrently, providing a newly configured automated interface for the PSAP to display correct telephone location information. I oversaw the transition of the PSAP from an antiquated SPOK E-911 to a Motorola Vesta E-911 solution without any issues. The new solution is compatible with the State of Georgia’s upcoming ESInet; I have started discussions with the state to transition to Next Generation 911.
  • Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany Ga 814 Radford Blvd
  • Albany, GA 31704 United States
  • Salary: 110,101.00 USD Per Year
  • Hours per week: 40
  • Series: 2210 Pay Plan: GS Grade: 13 Step: 6
  • Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
  • Supervisor: Lori Farr (229)639-9803
  • Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

Assistant Operations Officer

Marine Wing Communications Squadron 18
06.2013 - 06.2015
  • As the Assistant Operations Officer for MWCS-18, I was instrumental in reinstituting the Marine Corps Planning Process and improving the methods that the Squadron planned and prepared to execute an aggressive 1st MAW training and exercise employment plan (TEEP). I improved staff coordination internally and with higher and adjacent planning cells and standardized planning tools to gain efficiency.
  • I was responsible for developing, planning and managing a scalable rapid response communication capability to support the Aviation Combat Element (ACE) of the 3d Marine Expeditionary Brigade (MEB) in support of crisis response operations. I led planning sessions to determine suitable solutions to potential missions based on concepts of operations. This culminated in the rapid planning and deployment of a telecommunication and IT support package to the foreign humanitarian assistance Operation Damayan in the Republic of Philippines which provided voice, video and classified/unclassified data to the ACE within 72 hours of the natural disaster. I standardized Warning Orders and Execution Orders to expedite staff actions. All mobility requirements and sequencing of communications into a theater of operations were officially cataloged and budget estimates and support requests were validated and ready to execute in case of future contingency operations.
  • I developed and managed the TEEP for MWCS-18 resulting in the alignment of telecommunication and IT projects and plans with the development of workforce skills and maintenance support. I represented the organization at the Coalition, Joint, Marine Forces, Marine Expeditionary Force and Major Subordinate Command level operational planning sessions; I was responsible for providing telecommunication and information technology solutions to support 1st MAW aviation operations, ensuring full integration of Marine aviation command and control into the theater plans. I committed resources, coordinated staff actions with Joint and Coalition partners and coordinated support requirements.
  • I conducted site surveys for the employment of telecommunication and information technology systems in support of aviation operations in the Pacific Theater. I determined suitable host nation infrastructure, conducted transmission system analysis and evaluated facilities for the emplacement of communication systems and data centers based on space, power, environmental control and physical security.
  • I developed and managed exercise plans of action and milestones across all lines of operations to ensure the successful execution of aviation operations to include preparation, testing, deployment, installation and maintenance of Aviation command and control services.
  • I developed telecommunication and information technology plans in support of 12 military operations and exercises executed across the Pacific Theater resulting in the successful exchange of classified and unclassified information between the Marine Corps aviation component and Marine Corps, Joint and Coalition participating agencies. I was responsible for developing Letters of Instruction, Operation Orders, Warning Orders, Execution Orders and Reporting Instructions to facilitate staff coordination. I prepared and provided briefings to stake holders; updated audiences on MWCS-18 readiness, and impacts to aviation operations.
  • I planned Communication Control and network operation relationships in support of the military operations and exercises. I coordinated with higher and adjacent planners to determine the methods for implementing Systems Control (SYSCON) and change management.
  • I developed and managed budgets to support communication plans in support of exercises; predicted cost based on historical analysis and requirements determination. I planned for costs associated with travel, fuel, bill of material, and contracted support.
  • I reorganized and improved the MWCS-18 readiness reporting in the Defense Readiness Reporting System (DRRS). I conducted mission analysis based on MWCS-18’s doctrinal and assigned OPLAN missions and provided a monthly brief to Commanders outlining equipment and personnel readiness for the Squadron.
  • I assisted in planning and developing the MWCS-18 budget for fiscal year 2015; estimated necessary funds to execute the 1st MAW TEEP, unit level training, develop workforce skills and travel in support of planning operations. I worked with the Supply Officer to justify the authorization of funds.
  • Marine Wing Communications Squadron 18, Marine Air Control Group 18, 1st Marine Air Wing
  • Salary: 108,000.00 USD Per Year
  • Hours per week: 40
  • Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
  • Supervisor: Russell Becker (LtCol ret.); russell.becker@hq.dhs.gov; (202) 384-7400
  • Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

Company Commander, CISD Operations Branch

Marine Corps Logistics Base, Albany, Headquarters and Support Company
06.2011 - 06.2012
  • While assigned as the Company Commander for Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, I was responsible for leading and managing 110 Marines.
  • My focus of effort was the development of NCO leadership, enhancing the Professional Military Education program, improving Command relationships and processes with the medical and dental staffs, and implementing a force preservation program. During this assignment I also maintained my role within the Operations Branch of Communications and Information Systems Division where I managed the transition of the enterprise network from contractor owned and operated (NMCI) to government owned and operated (MCEN).
  • Specific responsibilities and accomplishments below:
  • I implemented a combat conditioning program that was directly managed by selected personnel. I provided the leadership training and prepared them to build a program that was goal oriented and standards based. I began tracking metrics and progress, providing guidance and changes when results indicated it was prudent. I incorporated SharePoint to manage the program and the Company’s training calendar to enhance collaboration and awareness across the Company. The efforts resulted in a significant increase in physical fitness scores and improved the cohesiveness of the unit.
  • I worked with the Case Manager of the Naval Branch Health Clinic to streamline the Physical Evaluation Board process ensuring prescribed timelines were being met and Marines were following their care plans. Both the Command and Health Clinic staffs improved tracking of Marines with critical and mental health conditions and ensured the Marines were offered all available care both inside and outside the Navy Medicine system. The efforts translated into a significant increase in medical readiness and decreased time for Marines to return to readiness following injury.
  • Working with the Installation Adjutant, I developed the Installation Force Preservation Program to formalize the methods and procedures the Command would mentor, lead and care for the Marines. The program ensured assignment of specific leadership roles and also tracked progress of Marines personal and professional development. The program also established a panel that would review Marines in need of more proactive leadership that integrated Navy Medicine, Marine and Family Services, and the Command Chaplain to get a comprehensive view of an individual’s progress in the program. I was also responsible for the Command Safety Program, ensuring group safety, Operational Risk Management (ORM) and occupational health procedures were being implemented for the Marines. The establishment of the force preservation program and the focus on integrating safety into the work environment were instrumental in preventing work related mishaps and kept the Marines ready and productive.
  • I led, mentored and trained my staff to be an effective team. I conducted performance evaluations on my staff at rates up to O-3 and recommended proficiency and conduct marks to the Installation Commander for all E-4 and below. I prioritized the Company’s work and deconflicted scheduling with installation operations. I worked with first line Supervisors to acquire Marines’ time to lead and assist with Company projects and programs. I drafted awards for consideration and dealt with any necessary discipline concerning conduct issues.
  • 814 Radford Blvd
  • Albany, GA 31704 United States
  • Salary: 92,000.00 USD Per Year
  • Hours per week: 40
  • Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
  • Supervisor: Russell Becker (LtCol ret.); russell.becker@hq.dhs.gov; (202) 384-7400
  • Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

Branch Chief, Customer Service Branch

Marine Corps Logistics Base, Albany Ga, Communications and Information Systems Division
08.2009 - 06.2011
  • As the Customer Service Branch Chief, I led and managed a team of seven civil service employees at rates up to GS-12.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies including merit system principles and prohibited personnel practices; effectively balanced the various rules and regulations for the employment of the mixed employee environment.
  • Performed recruiting and hiring actions; led panel for four hiring actions and was a panel member for others within CISD.
  • Performed position management; aligned position descriptions to mission and determined most efficient task organization. Advocated for and built additional structure to meet new requirements; adjusted structure as necessary to best accomplish the mission.
  • Completed all performance management tasks in a timely manner including clearly communicating performance expectations throughout the appraisal period, holding employees accountable, rewarding excellent performance, promoting employee development and training, and promptly addressing performance and conduct issues; performed performance appraisals on the civil service employees.
  • Maintained a safe work environment within the construct of the OSHA Voluntary Protection Program and worked to maintain the Installation's STAR Site status. Ensured prompt mitigation of hazards resulting in no mishaps, property damage or lost time.
  • As the lead for the Service Desk, I incorporated information technology, metrics, and reporting to develop the single point of entry Service Desk for the Division and improve the Divisions’ ability to meet service level targets. The efforts in ticket and incident management increased visibility for management and resulted in a 70 percent reduction in aged tickets.
  • I was responsible for the Navy and Marine Corps Intranet (NMCI) ordering process; ensured the timely execution of software and hardware ordering for customers and technical refresh of IT assets across the installation. I oversaw the integration of NMCI Enterprise Services into base facility projects to include local area network devices and cabling. I oversaw the delivery of technical refresh schedules and ensured quality control post refresh.
  • I managed the Base public and private websites ensuring availability to business operations and timely web part development. I reconstructed the CISD SharePoint site for more efficient workflow and knowledge sharing. Efforts included automated workflows, tasks, battle rhythm, document management, and forms management. Our web design function provided support to the continuous process improvement program, providing automation to business processes across the Installation.
  • I reviewed memorandums of agreements between the installation and tenant organizations and provided updates to service catalog and associated targets. I managed and tracked support provided to tenant organizations ensuring quality of service to customers and accountability to reimbursable billing.
  • I served as the CISD representative for the development and reconciliation of multi-command evacuation plans related to destructive weather. I reconciled IT requirements with Commands and assisted in identifying suitable facilities for the Commands to sustain operations while displaced from their home stations.
  • I managed the development and contracting of the Installation Base Conference Center and Emergency Operations Center IT solutions; I coordinated the requirement with contractor proposals and recommended the best value vendor. I oversaw testing post installation and coordinated training for my staff and customers on the operation of the facilities.
  • I managed the budget for the Customer Service Branch; I developed Program of Objectives Memorandum (POM) submissions, projected training and maintenance costs, and future deficiencies for projects and improvements.
  • I was the CISD lead planner for the transition of the network from contractor owned and operated to government owned and operated. I developed the Plan of Action and Milestones to support the effort and worked with Headquarters Marine Corps to align objectives and timelines with the enterprise plan and raise concerns from the Installation’s perspective. I identified facility improvements and performed hiring actions in support of the development of the Operations Branch. I was responsible for the transition of all Installation IT Assets from Hewlett Packard to government control. I coordinated with the base property manager and HQMC to account for all assets and load them to property records.
  • 814 Radford Blvd
  • Albany, GA 31704 United States
  • Salary: 92,000.00 USD Per Year
  • Hours per week: 40
  • Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
  • Supervisor: Hal Gobin (229)291-6914
  • Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

Operations Officer

Communication Company, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group
05.2008 - 07.2009
  • As the Operations Officer for 2nd MLG Communications Company, I was responsible for the planning, installation, and maintenance of tactical communication and information systems in support of 2nd MLG Operations in garrison and deployed during Operation Iraqi Freedom. I was responsible for planning the Training and Exercise Employment Plan (TEEP) for Communications Company and the training plan to support developing individual and team skills in preparation for deployment.
  • I coordinated and tracked MOS training both internal to the Company and with the Communication Training Center. We began building cross functional teams that would be employed in theater to support specific telecommunications and information systems functions.
  • I was responsible for working with the MEU CLB’s in determining rotational manning and unit density lists. Every MEU cycle we began evaluating the troop to task as well as the equipment sets that were needed to support CLB operations. In order to correct visible skill and continuity deficiencies we developed a Company training plan whereby the next rotation would chop internally and begin preparing for specific MEU skill sets. Also, we got a handle on continuity through offsetting rotations of personnel to ensure partial functional staffs would do two rotations, ensuring familiarity with the mission. The result was a much more capable CLB communications team supporting the MEU.
  • I chaired a pre-deployment mission analysis to determine personnel and skills requirements with associated gaps. I solidified a troop to task that became the baseline for how the Company would align resources and prioritize training. This framework became an input into exercise development, ensuring that all required skills, teams, and capabilities were validated prior to deployment. I participated in the Annex K development with the 2nd MLG G-6, providing inputs, refining requirements, and developing Standard Operating Procedures.
  • I oversaw the planning, installation and maintenance of the telecommunication and information technology architecture to support 2nd MLG operations. I ensured the function of the Systems Control, change management, network operations.
  • I supervised, led and mentored the Operations Section staff to include the Communications Chief, Operations Chief, Technical Control Chief, Training Chief, Data Officer and Transmissions Officer at rates up to CWO2. I evaluated performance and provided assistance with their personal and professional development plans. I task organized their work and prioritized their efforts to meet organizational goals and objectives. I drafted awards for consideration and dealt with any necessary discipline concerning conduct issues.
  • I supervised, led and mentored the data, and transmission engineers in the design of telecommunication and information technology architectures. I ensured the telecommunication and information technology solutions provided adequate redundancy and diversity to support continuity of operations and remained within logistical and budgetary limitations. I integrated their subject matter expertise into the training plan and employed them in direct support to the Platoons’ individual and team training efforts.
  • During Operation Iraqi Freedom 2009, I was responsible for the planning, installation and maintenance of the telecommunications and information technology networks in support of 2nd MLG Operations and tenant Commands on Camp Al Taqaddum, Iraq. I oversaw the turnover of the Al Taqaddum network infrastructure from 3rd MLG to 2nd MLG to include DSN, VoIP, NIPRnet, SIPRnet, Primary and Alternate Data Centers, Technical Control Facility, base fiber and copper inside plant and outside plant, and the Cyber Defense boundaries. In doing so, I tracked progress of each identified critical function and ensured our subject matter experts had all the documents, tools and permissions to assume the role as the communication provider for the Camp.
  • I oversaw the management of the Al Taqaddum network; I coordinated all communication requirements with the MLG G-6 and G-3, assigned resources and oversaw testing, installation and maintenance of the systems being installed. During the course of the deployment the Company was able to provide a 99% reliability rate to over 6000 users aboard Al Taqaddum.
  • I managed various projects to improve the infrastructure capacity and reliability. Projects included outside plant commercialization, data center storage expansion and virtualization, alternate data center expansion, and various local area network and transmission extensions to outlining sites. I developed plans of actions and milestones and tracked progress of the projects to ensure they aligned to operational requirements.
  • I oversaw the 2nd MLG Systems Control, network operations, and communications control processes. I optimized the Operational Directive tracking system utilizing SharePoint which provided increased collaboration and documentation of the change management process. I oversaw Systems Control’s troubleshooting of the network, ensuring trend analysis was being conducted utilizing tools such as Solar Winds.
  • PSC Box 20125
  • Camp Lejeune, NC 28542-0125 United States
  • Salary: 81,000.00 USD Per Year
  • Hours per week: 40
  • Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
  • Supervisor: Hal Gobin (229)291-6914
  • Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

Data Platoon Commander

Communications Company, 2d MLG, II MEF Fwd; Operations Iraqi Freedom
07.2007 - 03.2008
  • As the Data Platoon Commander for 2nd MLG Communications Company, I was responsible for the installation, operation and maintenance of the NIPRnet/SIPRnet and Technical Control 06-08 aboard Camp Taqaddum and outlining sites. I led many commercialization efforts to expand the capacity and improve the network reliability as well as refined service desk procedures to improve support to over 6000 customers aboard Camp Taqaddum.
  • I was responsible for the daily operation of the Al Taqaddum NIPRnet and SIPRnet to include MS Exchange, Active Directory, wide area network, local area network, Voice over Internet Protocol, and the Service desk supporting over 6000 users and 16 tenant organizations operating aboard Camp Al Taqaddum. My team executed network operations, system administration, change management, incident management and network monitoring on all network devices and services ensuring protection and availability of critical services. We were responsible for completing over 200 operational directives to include configuration changes, new installations, and access control modifications to the networks.
  • I was responsible for the operation of the Cyber Defense boundary to include the firewall and proxy server policy ensuring the cyber security of the operational networks and protection of classified and unclassified data.
  • I supervised, led and mentored the Data Platoon consisting of 21 Marines. I conducted performance evaluation at rates up E-8 and provided assistance with their personal and professional development. I task organized their work and prioritized their efforts to meet organizational goals and objectives. I drafted awards for consideration and dealt with any necessary discipline concerning conduct issues.
  • I supervised and prioritized the work of 11 contractors to support our Technical Control Facility and Service Desk. I worked with the contract lead and contract COR for conflict resolution and provided higher headquarters with evaluations of their ability to support their obligations of the contract.
  • I was responsible for a Consolidated Memorandum Receipt worth over $10,000,000 of IT equipment being employed on Al Taqaddum and surrounding sites across Iraq.
  • Unknown contact info
  • Salary: 69,000.00 USD Per Year
  • Hours per week: 40
  • Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
  • Supervisor: Major Anthony Prebe
  • Okay to contact this Supervisor: Unknown contact info

Multichannel Equipment Repair Chief, Shipping and Receiving Chief

Marine Corps Civil-Military Operations School
01.2001 - 12.2005
  • Serving as a Multichannel Equipment Repairman from 2001-2003, I was responsible for link, system, component and circuit level troubleshooting and repair on the AN/TRC-170 microwave broadband system and the AN/MRC-142 microwave line of site systems. During OIF 1 in 2003, I was responsible for ensuring the operation of 8 AN/TRC-170’s in support of 4 links in Kuwait and Iraq. I later deployed into Iraq as the single Maintainer responsible for maintaining 3 TRC-170s and associated links.
  • Serving as the Shipping and Receiving Chief within the Shipping and Receiving section of Communications Electronics Maintenance Platoon in 2004, I was responsible for supervising the modification, calibration, and maintenance float programs for the Platoon, ensuring proper scheduling of calibration for test and diagnostic equipment and timely application of modifications to telecommunication systems. I conducted weekly reconciliation with the supply commodity for supply parts status and for maintaining accountability of secondary repairable components in the intermediate maintenance activity. I was responsible for training the Marines of the Shipping and Receiving section on maintenance procedures and recommended performance evaluations to my supervisor.
  • During OIF 04-06 from June to December 2005, I was the AN/TRC-170 maintenance chief responsible for the maintenance of 16 AN/TRC-170s operational across the country of Iraq. During the course of the deployment the team I led maintained a 91% readiness rating enabling a 99% availability of all TRC-170 links across the country. I served as the Quality Control lead for the systems and oversaw maintenance close-out testing and inspections. I led a team of 6 AN/TRC-170 technicians deployed across the country, processing their maintenance actions, delivering parts and ensuring they were correctly resourced to maintain their systems and links. I was responsible for mentoring and training them and provided recommendations on their performance evaluations. During the deployment, 8th Communication Battalion was fielded the AN/GRC-239 Terrestrial Satellite Support Radio (TSSR). I was responsible for developing a training plan for the operators and maintainers and ensured the successful employment of the systems across Camp Fallujah. I procured necessary parts to support their maintenance and oversaw the installations and troubleshooting efforts for the TSSR links.
  • 2301 Little Rd.
  • Quantico, VA 22134
  • Salary: 50,000.00 USD Per Year
  • Hours per week: 40
  • Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
  • Supervisor: LtCol Jennifer Farina (813) 751-6064; jennifer.farina@usmc.mil
  • Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

Education

Bachelor's Degree - BS Electronics Systems Technologies, Electronics Management

Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Carbondale, IL, United States
08.2005

Skills

  • IT strategic planning
  • IT service delivery
  • Information technology project leadership

Affiliations

International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium (ISC2) - Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

Certification

  • ISC2 Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP); Member number 441433 since June 11, 2013
  • COMPTIA Security +

Timeline

Supervisory IT Specialist (Policy and Planning); Installation IT Officer/Operations Officer

Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, Communications and Information Systems Division
07.2015 - Current

Assistant Operations Officer

Marine Wing Communications Squadron 18
06.2013 - 06.2015

Company Commander, CISD Operations Branch

Marine Corps Logistics Base, Albany, Headquarters and Support Company
06.2011 - 06.2012

Branch Chief, Customer Service Branch

Marine Corps Logistics Base, Albany Ga, Communications and Information Systems Division
08.2009 - 06.2011

Operations Officer

Communication Company, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group
05.2008 - 07.2009

Data Platoon Commander

Communications Company, 2d MLG, II MEF Fwd; Operations Iraqi Freedom
07.2007 - 03.2008

Multichannel Equipment Repair Chief, Shipping and Receiving Chief

Marine Corps Civil-Military Operations School
01.2001 - 12.2005

Bachelor's Degree - BS Electronics Systems Technologies, Electronics Management

Southern Illinois University Carbondale

Awards

Time Off Award (30 hrs), March 2022, Time Off Award (20 hrs), June 2021, Performance Cash Award, June 2021, Letter of Appreciation, September 2020, Performance Cash Award, July 2020, Time Off Award (40 hrs), January 2020, Time Off Award (40 hrs), October 2019, Quality Step Increase, August 2019, Time Off Award (40 hrs), March 2019, Performance Cash Award, January 2018, Certificate of Appreciation, LTGEN Beydler MARCENT November 2017, Certificate of Commendation, April 2017, Performance Cash Award, January 2017, Time Off Award (40 hrs), January 2017, Certificate of Commendation, October 2016, Time off Award (40 hrs), May 2016, Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal Fourth Award, 2015, Distinguished Graduate Advanced Communication Officers Course, 2013, Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal Third Award, 2012, Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal Second Award, 2009, Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal, 2007, Honor Graduate Basic Communications Officers Course, 2007, Distinguished Graduate, Summa Cum Laude, Southern Illinois University 2005, Certificate of Commendation, 2004, Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, 2003, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, 2003, Iraqi Campaign Medal, 2003, 2005, 2007, 2009, Meritorious Promotion to Corporal, 2003, Good Conduct Medal, 2003, 2006, Meritorious Mast, 2001, Honor Graduate Multichannel Equipment Repairman Course, 2001

Job Related Training

  • IT Project Management I: Initiating and Planning Successful Products, Albany Ga, 2018
  • IT Project Management II: Executing, Controlling, and Closing Successful Projects, Albany Ga, 2018
  • Analytical and Strategic Thinking, Swinton and Associates LLC, Albany Ga, 2017
  • Essentials of Human Resources, The Grant Group, Albany Ga, 2015
  • Human Resources Management Policies and Procedures for Supervisors, Albany Ga, 2015
  • Weapons Tactics Instructor (WTI) Command, Control and Computers (C3), Yuma AZ, 2014
  • Advanced Communication Officer Course, Quantico, VA, 2013
  • Expeditionary Warfare School, Quantico VA, 2013
  • Maritime Prepositioning Force Staff Planning Course, Quantico VA, 2013
  • Emergency Operations Center Course, Albany Ga, 2011
  • Incident Command/Unified Command MGT-313, Texas A&M, 2011
  • Incident Command/Unified Command MGT-100, Texas A&M, 2011
  • Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Course, Albany Ga, 2010
  • Human Resources Management for Supervisors, CHRO SE, Albany GA, 2010
  • Information Technology Infrastructure Library Service Operations, Albany Ga, 2009
  • Lean Six Sigma White Belt Course, Albany Ga, 2009
  • Occupational Safety and Health Training; General Industry Safety and Health, OSHA, 2009
  • Security +, CompTIA, 2009
  • Basic Communication Officer Course, Quantico VA 2006
  • The Basic School, Quantico VA, 2006
  • Officer Candidate School, Quantico VA, 2005
  • Multichannel Equipment Repairman Course, 29 Palms CA, 2001
  • Basic Electronics Course, 29 Palms CA, 2000

Security Clearance

Tier 5 investigation 2120350451 completed on 2021-05-17. Top Secret/SCI adjudication completed with a determination of Favorable by DoD CAF on 2021/05/25.

Additional Information

  • Certifications:
  • - ISC2 Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP); Member number 441433 since June 11, 2013
  • - COMPTIA Security +

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