Michael McCay
U.S. Army Special Forces Veteran Seeking A Position In Cybersecurity
Victor,NY
Summary
Exceptional interpersonal skills resulting from Special Operations, Joint, Inter-agency, Multinational experience in both small and large organizations. Vast experience implementing security systems, Risk management, and Vulnerability assessments ensuring an efficient safe and secure work environment. Extensive work in personnel management and crisis-action/short- notice project management. Active Secret security clearance. Hardworking and driven to work quickly and effectively on projects in all types of environments. Committed to maintaining a reputation of excellence, service, and uncompromising standards.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
Work History
EXERCISE ANALYST
Milvets Systems Technology
FT LEAVENWORTH, KS
11.2015 - Current
- Applied new and advanced tools and techniques to intelligence cycle, addressing complex challenges with emphasis on big data analytics and data visualization.
- Briefed upper-level personnel on emerging threats.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Maintains proficiency in the various simulations, Information Assurance, Cybersecurity and Risk Management.
- Trains and Directs Military personnel on Vulnerability Assessments, the Warfighter Simulation (WARSIM)
CHIEF oF SPECIAL OPERATION GROUP - J
U.S. Army Active Duty
FT LEAVENWORTH, KS.
05.2014 - 11.2015
- Command and Directs Special Operations Group Juliet with the primary mission to conduct realistic, stressful training in support of Army Service Component Commands, Corps, Division Commanders, and the Chief of Staff of the Army.
- Directed senior level management decisions involving business vision and strategy, implementation of best practices.
- Managed and directed administrative, legal, vulnerability assessments, information assurance, security and financial functions of OPSGRP-J resulting in the accreditation of a fully operational organization 6 months earlier than initially planned
- Developed, organized, provided supervision and training instituting a historic combined exercise for the U.S. Army Special Operations Command and U.S. Forces Command.
Squadron Commander, Tiered Special Mission Unit
U.S. ARMY ASYMMETRIC WARFARE GROUP
FT. MEADE, MD
05.2012 - 05.2014
- Commander, Training Squadron for AWG a 377-person Special Mission Unit conducting worldwide advisory assistance and observation of asymmetric capabilities and threats in support of Army and Joint Force Commanders.
- Enhanced U.S./Afghan relations through communication with dignitaries, directors, and senior level staff.
- Received Service Medal from Training and Doctrine Commander, GEN Perkins for implementing Adaptability within the U.S. Army.
- Lauded and received Commendation medal for developing and Instituting two programs into the U.S. Army. The Adaptive Soldier/Leader Training and Education (ASLTE), Asymmetric Warfare Adaptive Leader Program (AWALP).
OPERATIONS DIRECTOR/ FUTURE OPERATIONS CHIEF
ASYMMETRIC WARFARE GROUP, AWG
FT. MEADE, MD
05.2008 - 05.2012
- Planned Strategic Global Missions for the AWG conducting combat and non-combat operations in support of Army and Joint Force Commanders
- Provided Strategic plans for a 377-person Special Mission Unit conducting worldwide advisory assistance and observation of asymmetric capabilities and threats in support of Army and Joint Force Commanders.
- Led a team of Operation/strategic planners, Information Security Analysts, Intel analysts and Cybersecurity Analysts.
- Designed a Vulnerability Assessment handbook and performed risk assessments to help create optimal prevention and management.
- Demonstrated effectiveness of security controls resulting in zero threats and penetrations.
- Implemented DoD Information Security Training and Awareness Programs.
- Established a management control and communications process to ensure IT Security Program was implemented consistent with the Department of Defense' Rules and Regulations.
Education
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA) -
DELTA MU DELTA, Webster University
BACHELOR OF ARTS - PSYCHOLOGY, SCIENCE
California State University, UCLA
Military Science
UNIVERSITY CALIFORNIA LOS ANGELES
Los Angeles, CASkills
Vulnerability Management
Certification
Lean Six Sigma Certificates (Yellow and Green Belt), Villanova University
Timeline
EXERCISE ANALYST
Milvets Systems Technology
11.2015 - Current
CHIEF oF SPECIAL OPERATION GROUP - J
U.S. Army Active Duty
05.2014 - 11.2015
Squadron Commander, Tiered Special Mission Unit
U.S. ARMY ASYMMETRIC WARFARE GROUP
05.2012 - 05.2014
OPERATIONS DIRECTOR/ FUTURE OPERATIONS CHIEF
ASYMMETRIC WARFARE GROUP, AWG
05.2008 - 05.2012
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA) -
DELTA MU DELTA, Webster University
BACHELOR OF ARTS - PSYCHOLOGY, SCIENCE
California State University, UCLA
Military Science
UNIVERSITY CALIFORNIA LOS ANGELES
Similar Profiles
Michael ManorMichael Manor
Opposing Force Role Player at MILVETsOpposing Force Role Player at MILVETs
Rahul WanjariRahul Wanjari
QA Engineer at BOLD TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS PVT.LTDQA Engineer at BOLD TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS PVT.LTD
Debbie Poh E WongDebbie Poh E Wong
Accounting Senior Advisor (Team Lead) at Quest Software Technology Systems Sdn. Bhd.Accounting Senior Advisor (Team Lead) at Quest Software Technology Systems Sdn. Bhd.