Matthew Ranes
Stony Creek,VA
Summary
Information Technology professional with experience supporting regulated government and aviation environments, including the Commonwealth of Virginia and the U.S. Navy. Background includes oversight of technical systems, documentation compliance, contractor interaction, risk identification, and adherence to federal and state operational standards. Experienced in supporting network and database infrastructure, structured change processes, and continuity-focused operations. Holds a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, is nearing completion of a Master of Science in Information Technology, and maintains CompTIA Security+ certification. Recognized for analytical problem-solving, stakeholder communication, and maintaining accountability within policy-driven environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Ferry Repair Technician
VA Department of Transportation
Surry, VA
02.2025 - Current
- Perform lifecycle maintenance of safety-critical mechanical, electrical, and control systems supporting one of the Commonwealth’s essential public transportation operations.
- Monitor contractor and vendor performance to ensure compliance with state procurement requirements, safety regulations, and contractual service obligations.
- Support contract oversight activities by reviewing scopes of work, validating deliverables, and ensuring alignment with operational, regulatory, and agency standards.
- Identify operational and compliance risk factors within maintenance projects and provide mitigation recommendations to leadership to reduce exposure and ensure continuity of service.
- Coordinate with engineers, contractors, inspectors, and agency leadership to ensure projects meet established timelines and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Apply principles from VDOT Contract Monitoring Training to strengthen documentation accuracy, vendor accountability, and oversight of externally performed services.
- Provide technical analysis of equipment specifications and performance outcomes to support informed procurement and repair decisions.
- Ensure all activities adhere to applicable federal, state, and agency policies governing public infrastructure, safety, and accountability.
Feild Service Technician
Leidos
Richmond, VA
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Managed maintenance and repair operations supporting the Opti-Net network infrastructure at Richmond International Airport (RIC).
- Provided regional technical support across multiple airport locations, including BWI, DCA, LYH, CHO, and ORF, ensuring system reliability and operational continuity.
- Responded to emergency service calls to restore system functionality and minimize operational downtime within regulated aviation environments.
- Built and maintained professional relationships with airport personnel, providing technical guidance and education on network systems and associated technologies.
- Administered Opti-Net database servers, including performing database backups, system purges, software update deployments, and corrective maintenance to ensure data integrity and system performance.
- Supported structured change processes through controlled software updates and maintenance activities within a segmented network environment.
- Documented service activities, system updates, and incident resolutions to ensure traceability, accountability, and adherence to internal and customer requirements.
Interior Communications Electrician
US Navy
Norfolk, VA
11.2017 - 11.2021
- Maintained and repaired shipboard communication, navigation, and control systems supporting mission-critical naval operations aboard a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier.
- Performed preventative and corrective maintenance in accordance with Navy technical manuals, federal regulations, and strict operational procedures.
- Conducted system diagnostics and troubleshooting to ensure reliability of high-value, safety-critical systems in complex operational environments.
- Documented maintenance actions, system discrepancies, and corrective measures to ensure compliance with Navy reporting and accountability standards.
- Interpreted technical documentation, schematics, and formal maintenance instructions to execute repairs in alignment with established policy and procedural controls.
- Coordinated with cross-functional divisions and supervisory leadership to support operational readiness and minimize system downtime.
- Identified equipment risks and reported deficiencies through proper chain-of-command channels to support informed decision-making and risk mitigation.
Education
Master of Science - Information Technology
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH10-2026
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Strayer University
Washington, DC06-2022
Certification
- Security+
Timeline
Senior Ferry Repair Technician
VA Department of Transportation
02.2025 - Current
Feild Service Technician
Leidos
06.2022 - 02.2023
Interior Communications Electrician
US Navy
11.2017 - 11.2021
Master of Science - Information Technology
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Strayer University