Years of Senior Program/Project Management Expertise
Joshua Wicksell
Winchester,CA
Summary
PMP-certified Senior Program Manager with 15+ years of leading enterprise-scale initiatives that integrate Agile execution, compliance assurance, and inter-agency operational readiness. CLEARED across multiple agencies, I’ve directed $50M+ portfolios, deployed credentialing frameworks supporting 10K+ personnel, and modernized integrated resource platforms in cross-border environments. Recognized for translating strategic imperatives into launch-ready programs, I optimize delivery pipelines, enforce asset governance protocols rooted in CPPS principles, and align global stakeholder networks for scalable mission success.
Overview
15
15
3
3
Degrees
7
7
Certifications
Work History
Global Operations & Risk Mitigation Lead
Various Firms — DoD/DoS-Aligned Programs
USA, Iraq, Jordan, Afghanistan, Qatar
03.2018 - Current
- Designed and deployed credentialing systems and asset tracking protocols for launch-critical readiness across DSS and SOFA-governed missions.
- Led integrated logistics operations and multi-modal movement planning in high-risk environments, enhancing fleet reliability, throughput velocity, and regulatory alignment.
- Embedded compliance architectures into airfield and installation workflows, minimizing operational friction, and accelerating time-sensitive transport execution.
- Directed training certification governance and lifecycle planning for high-security personnel and equipment, reinforcing force deployability, and mission continuity.
- Sustained cross-functional systems interoperability and audit-grade traceability across CENTCOM and EMEA, supporting contingency operations, and global deployment synchronization.
Senior Program Manager – Logistics, Training & Rea
United States Marine Corps
USA, , Okinawa, Afghanistan, Iraq
05.2001 - 02.2014
- Directed full-spectrum logistics operations and enterprise credentialing programs across domestic and combat environments.
- Operationalized ERP systems and movement control platforms (TCPT, GCSS-MC, CLC2S, etc.) To align dispatch coordination, serialized asset governance, and training synchronization.
- Led cross-functional planning across high-tempo deployments, integrating preventive maintenance, resource allocation, and workforce development.
- Embedded Agile methodologies into readiness execution cycles, improving data integrity and throughput across multi-modal environments.
- Delivered targeted instruction in wellness, leadership, and performance accountability across decentralized teams.
- Oversaw global operations, executing program-critical transport and fleet sustainment under pressure.
- Streamlined certification frameworks and lifecycle documentation protocols to reinforce compliance posture, and operational continuity.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business-Strategic Logistics & Enterprise Systems
University of Phoenix
USA01-2023
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice - International Relations
University of Phoenix
USA01-2019
Associate of Science - Office Management - Records Governance
San Joaquin Valley College
USA01-2019
Leadership, Planning, Operations
USMC Staff Noncommissioned Officer Academy (TECOM)
Okinawa01-2008
Skills
- Strategic Execution
- Systems & Analytics
- Compliance & Leadership
- Agile Planning & Lifecycle Ops
- ERP Lifecycle Management
- SOFA, MMSOP, ITAR Standards
- Credentialing & Workforce Certification
- Excel-Based Dashboards & Metrics
- Audit-Driven Governance
- Logistics Coordination & Movement
- SAP-Style Reporting Protocols
- Risk Mitigation & Visibility
- Integrated Asset Oversight
- KPI Validation & Data Fidelity
- Transparent Leadership & Coaching
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP)®
- Certified Professional Property Specialist (CPPS)
- Joint Operational Planning & Mission Execution
- Occupational Safety & Health Program Management
- Fleet Operations & Licensing Oversight Credential
- Administrative Laser Safety Officer (ALSO) – Class 3B/4
- Operations Management Certificate (Undergraduate)
Technical Skills
- Agile Sprint Frameworks
- ERP Lifecycle Oversight
- ITAR / FAR / DFARS Governance
- Excel Dashboards & Metrics
- SAP / SQL / KPI Structuring
- OSHA / ANSI Z136.1 Standards
- Asset Credentialing Systems
- Lifecycle Documentation
- Risk Mitigation Protocols
- Strategic Briefing Design
- PowerPoint, Word, PDF Integration
- Licensing Oversight & Safety Audits
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteHybridImportant To Me
Career advancementStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingTimeline
Global Operations & Risk Mitigation Lead
Various Firms — DoD/DoS-Aligned Programs
03.2018 - Current
Senior Program Manager – Logistics, Training & Rea
United States Marine Corps
05.2001 - 02.2014
Bachelor of Science - Business-Strategic Logistics & Enterprise Systems
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice - International Relations
University of Phoenix
Associate of Science - Office Management - Records Governance
San Joaquin Valley College
Leadership, Planning, Operations
USMC Staff Noncommissioned Officer Academy (TECOM)
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