Years of Naval Experience
Lawrence Gilley
Pensacola,FL
Summary
Seasoned operations and project manager with 22+ years of experience in leadership, intelligence operations, and program management. Proven expertise in streamlining processes, managing multimillion-dollar budgets, and driving team performance in high-pressure environments. Recognized for fostering the professional growth of junior sailors, delivering results through organizational leadership, critical problem-solving, and team development. Adept at data analysis, policy compliance, and personnel training, with a history of improving operational efficiency and achieving organizational objectives. Offers a strong foundation in analytical thinking and process improvement. Eager to learn and develop within a dynamic environment. Produces innovative solutions and effective strategies to enhance operational efficiency and streamline workflows. Ready to utilize project management and problem-solving skills in a desired position.
Overview
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Work History
SENIOR OPERATIONS MANAGER/ EMPLOYEE CAREER DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
United States Navy
07.2022 - Current
- Company Overview: Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific, San Diego, CA
- Cyber Science and Technology Department Military Senior Enlisted Leader, led an 8-person team in designing and integrating 10 tactical systems projects, improving timelines by 15% through streamlined development processes
- Spearheaded the transition of systems and mission functions to a new operational facility
- Created performance work summaries that supported the hiring of 7 government employees to sustain operations
- Redesigned and implemented new training programs for 6 global offices and 3 systems protocols, boosting asset readiness and ensuring forward-deployed forces met operational requirements
- Led 30 personnel in the facilitation of a company-wide initiative for a career development program overhaul
- Oversaw career development programs, directing 168 counseling sessions with a 100% completion rate, securing 52 reenlistments, and awarding $100K+ bonuses
- Led risk assessments and inspection compliance audits, achieving 100% adherence to Navy Inspector General Standards and passing 2023 inspections with zero discrepancies
- Supported system upgrades for advanced Radio Frequency Machine Learning Systems, enhancing the ship's signal capabilities
- Delivered annual training programs for 220 personnel, including suicide prevention workshops, improving awareness and mental health support
- Boosted team member productivity by enhancing performance monitoring and instituting motivational approaches.
- Streamlined operations workflows, resulting in significant time and resource savings by identifying and eliminating process bottlenecks.
- Oversaw workforce management planning, volume predictions and capacity planning.
- Served as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on operational performance, strategic planning, and organizational development matters.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Oversaw staff and sub-contractor performance review assessments.
PROGRAM MANAGER / SYSTEMS ANALYST
United States Navy
09.2020 - 07.2022
- Company Overview: Naval Information Operations Center Texas, San Antonio, TX
- Directed a 15-person team in optimizing 5 systems achieving 97% efficiency rates and analyzing 75,000 signals for intelligence applications
- Oversaw a $96,000 antenna installation project, enhancing technical capabilities for U.S.
- Participated in vendor selection and management process for program initiatives
- Partnered with NSA teams to develop and install upgraded system architectures, modernizing legacy infrastructures
- Coached team members on professional development opportunities, contributing to improved overall performance.
OPERATIONS & LOGISTICS MANAGER
United States Navy
02.2020 - 08.2020
- Managed $14M in equipment assets and processed $600K in travel requests for an 11-member joint-service team
- Led 11 personnel on a deployment, collected and analyzed 4TB of intelligence data, identifying high-priority targets contributing to mission objectives
- Drafted and implemented Memorandums of Agreement, strengthening partnerships and improving inter-agency collaboration
- Ensured regulatory compliance in all aspects of logistics operations, including transportation safety standards and customs requirements.
- Selected, trained and developed logistics personnel to achieve high-performing teams.
OPERATIONS MANAGER / INTELLIGENCE ANALYST
United States Navy
05.2018 - 02.2020
- Company Overview: Naval Information Operations Center Texas, San Antonio, TX
- Led 36 team members across two offices, providing intelligence support for 10 maritime operations, resulting in 250+ time-sensitive reports and enabling the interception of 130+ narcotics traffickers
- Designed and implemented 10 operational support packages and 8 standard operating procedures, improving workflow efficiency and mission readiness
- Developed compliance monitoring systems, issuing 10 legal authorizations to ensure regulatory compliance and operational readiness for mission-critical activities
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
OPERATIONS MANAGER / TECHNICAL ANALYST
United States Navy
05.2015 - 05.2018
- Company Overview: Naval Information Operations Center, Pearl Harbor, HI
- Led a 51-member team, increasing team qualifications by 95% and facilitating 11 advanced certifications, ensuring compliance and readiness for deployment schedules
- Coordinated the deployment of 23 personnel on subsurface vessels, successfully supporting high-priority missions
- Analyzed 29,500+ data signals, delivering actionable insights for strategic and tactical operations
- Led a 7-person team in testing and evaluating 20 data collection systems, providing recommendations that improved long-term deployment strategies and operational efficiency
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR / DATA ANALYST
United States Navy
10.2011 - 05.2015
- Company Overview: Naval Information Operations Center, Sugar Grove, WV
- Supervised a 16-member team in analyzing 823 data points, producing reports used by National-level stakeholders to support critical decision-making
- Led a 10-person operations team, overseeing data collection, task prioritization, and site security implementation, achieving a 98% sustainment rate – outperforming 5 comparable teams by 8% in processing and analysis efficiency
- Provided program oversight as a Drug and Alcohol Program Advisor, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and facilitating team readiness
- Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring smooth workflows and timely completion of tasks.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing ongoing training, coaching, and mentoring to staff members.
ADMINISTRATIVE OPERATIONS MANAGER
United States Navy
01.2009 - 10.2011
- Company Overview: Surface Combat Systems Center, Wallops Island, VA
- Directed the processing of 1,000+ correspondence documents, 258 personnel leave requests, and 120 legal cases with 100% accuracy
- Managed $15,000+ budgets and led fundraising events, securing $11,000 for annual programs
- Delivered compliance-focused training for 160 personnel, improving readiness metrics across departments
- Maintained accurate records of department expenses, facilitating timely reimbursements and accurate budget tracking.
- Assessed current workflow processes to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements that led to an increase in overall productivity.
- Streamlined administrative processes by implementing new software and training staff to improve efficiency.
- Supervised cross-functional teams, fostering a collaborative work environment that drove positive results.
ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER / LEGAL CLERK
United States Navy
11.2006 - 12.2008
- Company Overview: Patrol and Reconnaissance One, Oak Harbor, Washington
- Managed executive administrative operations for senior leadership, processing 1,000+ documents, including 215 performance evaluations and coordinating 30 personnel transitions
- Reviewed and processed 52 legal reports, five separations, and 32 disciplinary actions, ensuring compliance with legal standards and organizational policies
- Oversaw 200+ travel orders and claims, including the administration of the government travel card program for 200+ personnel, maintaining 100% compliance and accuracy
- Improved office efficiency by implementing streamlined administrative processes and procedures.
- Ensured smooth daily operations with timely completion of all essential administrative tasks and responsibilities.
ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR / OFFICE SUPPORT SPECIALIST
United States Navy
08.2005 - 11.2006
- Company Overview: Naval Recruiting District Houston, Houston, TX
- Processed 2,000+ administrative documents, including correspondence, Naval messages, evaluations, and retirement packages for a team of 200 personnel
- Provided customer service and administrative support for 200+ staff members, ensuring timely responses to inquiries and effective resolution of issues
- Managed calendars, scheduled appointments, and coordinated travel arrangements for senior staff members.
OPERATIONS SUPPORT
United States Navy
08.2003 - 07.2005
- Company Overview: USS Vicksburg (CG-69), Jacksonville, FL
- Conducted hands-on ship operations, including anchoring, mooring, towing, small boat handling, and rigging operations, ensuring mission readiness and safety compliance
- Performed maintenance, preservation, and equipment inspections, maintaining operational efficiency and contributing to deployment readiness
- Performed administrative duties and prepared operational procedures to assist operations support manager.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management
Columbia College
Columbia, MI10.2025
Skills
- All-Source Intelligence Analysis
- Operations Management
- Strategic Planning
- Budgeting
- Financial Oversight
- Critical Problem Solving
- Organizational Leadership
- Team Leadership
- Talent Development
- Project Management
- Process Improvement
- Risk Management
- Operations management
- Compliance Analysis
- Training Programs
- Mentorship Development
- Personnel Training
- Signals Intelligence Analysis
- C4I Systems Development
- Tactical Operations
- Operational excellence
- Security Operations
- Technical Tools
- Administration Management
- Legal Support
Certification
- Intermediate Signals Analysis, NEC: C18A, Advanced training in analyzing and interpreting electronic signals for intelligence gathering.
- Ships Signals Exploitation, C20A, Expertise in intercepting and analyzing signals using advanced naval equipment.
- Senior Enlisted Academy Graduate, NEC: 8SEA, Completed advanced leadership and management training for senior personnel. A Tier 1 Leadership program developing interpersonal skills, oral communication, conflict management, and mentorship.
- Career Information Program Advisor, NEC: 086R, Certified in career counseling, personnel development, and facilitating transition courses out of the Navy.
- Legal Clerk, Performs paralegal duties in support of military justice matters, administrative discharges, claims, and legal assistance.
Personalemail
lawrencegilley25@gmail.com
Securityclearance
Active/Current TOP SECRET/SCI
Workemail
Lawrence.d.gilley.mil@us.navy.mil
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SENIOR OPERATIONS MANAGER/ EMPLOYEE CAREER DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
United States Navy
07.2022 - Current
PROGRAM MANAGER / SYSTEMS ANALYST
United States Navy
09.2020 - 07.2022
OPERATIONS & LOGISTICS MANAGER
United States Navy
02.2020 - 08.2020
OPERATIONS MANAGER / INTELLIGENCE ANALYST
United States Navy
05.2018 - 02.2020
OPERATIONS MANAGER / TECHNICAL ANALYST
United States Navy
05.2015 - 05.2018
OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR / DATA ANALYST
United States Navy
10.2011 - 05.2015
ADMINISTRATIVE OPERATIONS MANAGER
United States Navy
01.2009 - 10.2011
ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER / LEGAL CLERK
United States Navy
11.2006 - 12.2008
ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR / OFFICE SUPPORT SPECIALIST
United States Navy
08.2005 - 11.2006
OPERATIONS SUPPORT
United States Navy
08.2003 - 07.2005
- Intermediate Signals Analysis, NEC: C18A, Advanced training in analyzing and interpreting electronic signals for intelligence gathering.
- Ships Signals Exploitation, C20A, Expertise in intercepting and analyzing signals using advanced naval equipment.
- Senior Enlisted Academy Graduate, NEC: 8SEA, Completed advanced leadership and management training for senior personnel. A Tier 1 Leadership program developing interpersonal skills, oral communication, conflict management, and mentorship.
- Career Information Program Advisor, NEC: 086R, Certified in career counseling, personnel development, and facilitating transition courses out of the Navy.
- Legal Clerk, Performs paralegal duties in support of military justice matters, administrative discharges, claims, and legal assistance.
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management
Columbia College
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