Robert Woodruff
Springfield,VA
Summary
Dynamic leader with expertise in strategic planning and information warfare operations. Demonstrated success in enhancing collaboration among cross-functional teams, leading to effective defense initiatives. Skilled in data analysis and resource management, with a history of developing and executing the US Navy C-C5ISRT Strategy to improve operational outcomes through strong leadership and stakeholder engagement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
C-C5ISRT NAVPLAN Implementation Framework Lead
U.S. Navy
Washington, District of Columbia
06.2023 - Current
- Created the U.S. Navy Strategy for Countering Adversary Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, and Targeting (C5ISRT) Capabilities.
- Influenced strategic stakeholders to fund resourcing solutions ($600M FY26/$3.5B across the FYDP) to the most pressing capability gaps enabling advantage over adversary C5ISRT capabilities.
- Led strategic planning sessions for design and construction management, ensuring alignment with objectives.
- Coordinated with resource sponsors and championed for funding through the Defense Programming, Planning, Budget, and Execution Cycle.
- Facilitated communication among stakeholders to align project goals and expectations.
- Created a Joint Service Organization for understanding, coordinating capability development, and enhancing efforts to orchestrate, synchronize, and sequence Joint Effects to support maneuver, and protect actions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance project execution efficiency.
- Analyzed data from diverse sources to identify improvement opportunities within organization.
- Monitored performance metrics during and after implementation to assess initiative success.
- Tracked milestones and deliverables to anticipate potential roadblocks proactively.
- Prepared presentations detailing key findings, offering insights into successes and challenges to the highest levels of the Navy, other services, Joint Staff, Secretary of Defense staff, Intelligence Community, and other defense-related organizations.
Navy Fellow at Carnegie Mellon University
U.S. Navy
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Conducted research on naval operations to enhance US Navy process best practices.
- Engaged in continuous learning to stay updated on warfare and victory theories.
- Facilitated discussions and provided academic advisement to build rapport with students.
- Collaborated with CMU staff to foster an inclusive learning environment in military policy.
- Participated in relevant conferences and seminars to deepen expertise as a Fellow.
- Shared leadership insights through collaboration with staff and mentors.
- Provided organizational support and mentorship through individual meetings or small groups.
- Engaged with the academic community through collaborative meetings, workshops, and peer reviews.
Information Operations Branch Head
NATO - Allied Maritime Command
Northwood, United Kingdom
09.2019 - 06.2022
- Developed strategies to align messaging between optical and defense leaders, increase messaging effectiveness, measure performance and effectiveness indicators, and improve cognitive impacts for political and defense information objectives.
- Led daily operations of a branch, including customer service, staff scheduling, messaging, product development, product distribution, and briefings to senior naval leaders.
- Developed strategic partnerships with allied nations for collaborative efforts.
- Implemented standard operating procedures to ensure compliance with NATO guidelines.
- Analyzed operational data to support decision-making processes within the branch.
- Planned, coordinated, and participated in combined exercises to test interoperability, messaging effectiveness, electronic warfare effects, and operational security actions among allied forces.
Executive Officer
Naval Cyber Warfare Development Group
Suitland, Maryland
07.2017 - 06.2019
- Led 350 personnel in command, executing $1B in cryptologic and cyber R&D across the Future Years Defense Program. Drove improvements in mission execution, acquisition, and command administration. Spearheaded critical facilities requirements to meet future cyber needs.
- Supported executive leadership in strategic decision-making processes related to the development of electronic warfare and cyber operations capabilities.
- Managed day-to-day operations and assisted commander in overall strategizing.
- Led overall administrative efforts to ensure soldier readiness.
- Assisted the Commanding Officer in developing plans by providing strategic advice on capability acquisition, operational effects, and future development opportunities.
- Monitored performance of staff members to ensure compliance with company standards.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining high levels of service quality.
Education
Joint Professional Military Education Phase II - National Security
Joint Forces Staff College
Norfolk08-2019
Master of Arts - National Security And Strategic Studies
U.S. Naval War College
Newport, RI06-2011
Bachelor of Science - Maritime Systems Engineering
Texas A&M University At Galveston
Galveston, TX05-1999
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Data analysis
- Resource management
- Executive communication
- Stakeholder engagement
- Adaptability
Affiliations
Committee Member of Boy Scout Troop 1853
Security Clearance
- Has an active TS/SCI clearance.
Timeline
C-C5ISRT NAVPLAN Implementation Framework Lead
U.S. Navy
06.2023 - Current
Navy Fellow at Carnegie Mellon University
U.S. Navy
08.2022 - 06.2023
Information Operations Branch Head
NATO - Allied Maritime Command
09.2019 - 06.2022
Executive Officer
Naval Cyber Warfare Development Group
07.2017 - 06.2019
Joint Professional Military Education Phase II - National Security
Joint Forces Staff College
Master of Arts - National Security And Strategic Studies
U.S. Naval War College
Bachelor of Science - Maritime Systems Engineering
Texas A&M University At Galveston
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