Kenneth Weiss
Savannah,GA
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record with over 20+ years experience, excelling in project and operations management and team leadership. Spearheaded initiatives that enhanced training efficiency, managed multimillion-dollar budgets, and fostered strategic partnerships. Skilled in problem-solving and staff development, consistently achieving mission-critical results.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Manager
United States Army Cyber Institute
West Point, NY
08.2024 - Current
- Supervised 7 contractors with a project budget of $2 million as the Contracting Officer Representative (COR), overseeing performance reviews and improvement plans.
- Provided technical and operational assessments to stakeholders, collaborating with academia, industry, and government agencies.
- Successfully managed budgets and research projects, ensuring on-time delivery for stakeholders.
- Played a key role in recruiting, hiring, and training new team members, enhancing team capability and cohesion.
Director, Office of Personal Responsibility.
United States Department of Defense
Augusta, GA
05.2023 - 06.2024
- Directed the OPR Executive Agency for Cyber Training Ranges, consolidating efforts across DoD to eliminate redundant processes, saving resources, and enhancing training efficiency.
- Managed a $1.8 million budget and supervised five contractors, overseeing technical capabilities and certifying operational readiness for designated ranges.
- Reshaped range operations through strategic planning, achieving improved connectivity and resource optimization for the Army G3/5/7.
Operations Officer
United States Army Cyber Command
Augusta, GA
07.2021 - 05.2023
- Supported 14,000+ users by providing operational guidance and management to joint personnel and contractors, streamlining the Joint Cyber Training Enterprise.
- Coordinated multi-agency training events and exercises, involving USCYBERCOM and international partners, enhancing joint community cohesion and training outcomes.
- Supervised a team of 7 officers, 7 senior NCOs, and 35 contractors, ensuring cohesive team dynamics and successful project completion within the $40 million budget.
U.S. Exchange Officer to Australian Defence Force
United States Army
Melbourne, Australia
06.2019 - 04.2021
- Coordinated simulation support for Australian Army training exercises, facilitating critical mission rehearsal and combat training across Battle Simulation Sites.
- Cultivated partnerships with vendors to secure timely, cost-effective services, enabling enhanced simulation capabilities and improved training experiences.
Chief of Operations
United States Army Aviation Center of Excellence
Enterprise, AL
06.2015 - 06.2019
- Oversaw training for 800+ future aviation company commanders in the Aviation Captains Career Course, ensuring completion of 12 comprehensive training cycles.
- Managed $200 million in simulation upgrades, enhancing the efficiency and reach of professional military education and combat training across installations.
- Built strategic partnerships with stakeholders and ensured seamless day-to-day operations aligned with long-term organizational goals.
Company Commander
United States Army
Columbus, GA
06.2013 - 07.2015
- Commanded 100+ personnel in the Army Experimental Force, maintaining zero property loss on $40 million of assets over two years.
- Implemented structured training and mentorship programs that improved team cohesion, mission readiness, and operational performance.
- Conducted regular evaluations, fostering a culture of recognition and continuous improvement within the unit.
Education
Master of Science - Cyber Security
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA08-2023
Master of Science - Public Administration
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI05-2020
Graduate Certificate - Military Operations
Command And General Staff College
Fort Leavenworth, KS06-2019
MBA - General Management
Troy University
Troy, AL06-2018
Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Systems
Hawaii Pacific University
Honolulu, HI01-2007
Skills
- Problem Solving and Strategic Planning
- Project and Operations Management
- Team Leadership and Staff Development
- Budgeting and Resource Allocation
- Customer Service Excellence
- Contract Management and Vendor Relations
Affiliations
- Military Cyber Professionals Association
- National Infantry Association
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP) - Project Management Institute.
- CompTia ITF+
Accomplishments
Published article in Australian Smart Soldier Magazine on training simulation use (2020).
Timeline
Operations Manager
United States Army Cyber Institute
08.2024 - Current
Director, Office of Personal Responsibility.
United States Department of Defense
05.2023 - 06.2024
Operations Officer
United States Army Cyber Command
07.2021 - 05.2023
U.S. Exchange Officer to Australian Defence Force
United States Army
06.2019 - 04.2021
Chief of Operations
United States Army Aviation Center of Excellence
06.2015 - 06.2019
Company Commander
United States Army
06.2013 - 07.2015
- Project Management Professional (PMP) - Project Management Institute.
- CompTia ITF+
Master of Science - Cyber Security
Liberty University
Master of Science - Public Administration
Central Michigan University
Graduate Certificate - Military Operations
Command And General Staff College
MBA - General Management
Troy University
Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Systems
Hawaii Pacific University
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