United States Army

Commissioned: May 2002
Retired: December 2022
EducationCertificationsAwardsAssignments

180k

Hours of Active Military Service

15

Consecutive Months in a War Zone

29

Months in Operation Iraqi Freedom

11

Permanent Changes of Station (PCS)

6

School Districts Changed

18

Countries Boots on Ground

Education

Texas A&M University
College Station, Texas
Bachelor of Science
Agricultural Economics
May 2002
Corps of Cadets
Company D-2
Rudder's Rangers
Army University
Fort Eisenhower, Georgia
Signal Officer Basic Course
October 2002
Air Unit Movement Officer & Automated Airload Planner
Feburary 2003
Signal Officer Captain's Career Course
January 2008
Company Commander's Course
March 2008
Information Systems Engineer
March 2011
Command and General Staff College
Fort Leavenworth, Kansas
Command and General Staff College
October 2011

Combined Arms Center

Fort Leavenworth, Kansas
Knowledge Management Qualification Course
March 2014
Army Space Cadre Basic Course
Phase I & Phase II
October 2019
National Defense University
Washington D.C.
Joint Command and Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence / Cyber Staff & Operations Course
March 2018

Certifications

CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional

Recognizes cybersecurity professionals with the knowledge, skills and abilities to lead an organization’s information security program.

ANAB Accredited ISO/IEC STANDARD 17024U.S. DoD 8140.03 APPROVED BY DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE

Member ID: 402131

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GSLC - GIAC Security Leadership Certification

The GIAC Security Leadership (GSLC) certification validates a practitioner's understanding of governance and technical controls focused on protecting, detecting, and responding to security issues. GSLC certification holders have demonstrated knowledge of data, network, host, application, and user controls along with key management topics that address the overall security lifecycle.

ANAB Accredited ISO/IEC STANDARD 17024U.S. DoD 8140 APPROVED BY DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE

Analyst ID: 125958

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Awards

Unit Awards

  1. Presidential Unit Citation
  2. Joint Meritorious Unit Award
  3. Naval Unit Commendation
  4. Meritorious Unit Citation

Indiviual Awards

  1. Bronze Star Medal
  2. Defense Meritorious Service Medal
    (1 Oak Leaf Cluster)
  3. Meritorious Service Medal
    (3 Oak Leaf Cluster)
  4. Army Commendation Medal
    (3 Oak Leaf Clusters)
  5. Army Achievement Medal
    (1 Oak Leaf Cluster)
  6. National Defense Service Medal
  7. Iraq Campaign Medal
    (4 Service Stars)
  8. Global War on Terrorisim Expeditionary Medal
  9. Global War on Terrorisim Service Medal
  10. Korea Defense Service Medal
  11. Army Service Ribbon
  12. Oversease Service Ribbon
    (6 tours)

Recruiting Badge

U.S. Army Recruiting Command

All Army personnel that graduate from the Army Recruiter Course (ARC) or are assigned to USAREC are authorized to wear the Basic Recruiter Identification Badge. However, only those ARC graduates who have satisfied specific recruiting goals are authorized to wear the Basic Recruiter Identification Badge as a permanent award.

The circular band alludes to the continuous need of the Army for young men of quality in its rank. The eagle stands for federal authority and the upraised wings and flaming torch refer to the many opportunities for advancement through education and training offered by the modern Army.

USAREC Website

U.S. Army Space Badge

Space and Missile Defense Command

The Space Operations Badge is an occupational badge for guardians of the United States Space Force and space airmen of the United States Air Force while the United States Army version of the badge, known as the Space Badge, is a special skills badge for soldiers who qualify as space professionals.

Space Enablers are Army personnel who perform unique space tasks or functions or may require specialized skills to apply space capabilities.

The Army remains the largest user of space-based assets within DoD and the operational force's reliance on these assets is expanding at rates that challenge the force to remain abreast of existing capabilities. Space Cadre members can provide this level of expertise. Mission effectiveness demands technologically sound personnel, sustained by career-long education in applicable science, engineering, application, theory, and doctrine.

More InfoSMDC Website

Bronze Order of Mercury

U.S. Army Signal Corps Regimental Association

The Bronze Order of Mercury (BOM) recognizes those people who have demonstrated the highest standards of integrity, moral character, professional competence and selflessness, and who have contributed significantly to the promotion of the Signal Corps and the Signal Corps Regimental Association (SCRA)

SCRA WebsiteAwards Roster

References

Army Regulations: AR 670-1, AR 600-8-22, AR 672-20, AR 614-30

Army Pamphlet: DA PAM 670-1

2002 - 2003

2002 - 2003

Platoon Leader

Wiedbaden Germany / Iraq

2002 - 2003

Large Extention Node 74

141st Signal Battalion

1st Armored Division

Wiesbaden Germany / Iraq

Platoon Leader

  • Commanded a team of 40, ensuring mission-critical communication for the 1st Armored Division's Alternate Command Post and logistical operations in Iraq.
  • Deployed internetwork nodes and IT infrastructure to support division units and mission partners.
  • Led a joint Army-Marine signal site in hostile territory, implementing communication systems under combat conditions.
  • Directed TCP/IP network planning, security, and cryptographic operations.Managed over $300k as Company Pay Agent.
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2003 - 2007

2003 - 2007

Battalion Signal Officer

Friedberg (Hessen), Germany / Iraq

2003 - 2007

2nd Battalion, 37th Armor Regiment

1st Armored Division

Friedberg (Hessen), Germany / Iraq

Battalion Signal Officer

  • Led communication strategies, IT service deployment, and cybersecurity for an Armored Battalion in Iraq.
  • Established data centers to enhance situational awareness and secured networks for 600+ soldiers.
  • Managed electronic countermeasures against IEDs and played a key role in defeating terrorist organizations and transitioning to Iraqi control.
  • Coordinated IT support for a second 15-month deployment, including training and gunnery exercises in Germany.
  • Managed over $1M in unit funding and developed a database to track KPIs, optimizing response times.
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2007 - 2010

2007 - 2010

Company Commander

Huntsville, Texas

2007 - 2010

Houston Recruiting Battallion

United States Army Recruiting Command

Huntsville, Texas

Company Commander

  • Led the top recruiting company in the Houston Battalion, covering 23,000 square miles and recruiting 1% of the Army's new soldiers annually.
  • Prevented a potential $20 million loss by improving key performance indicators.
  • Built relationships with Texas A&M and local leaders, boosting recruitment through a community covenant.
  • Developed a software program that reduced Business Intelligence report creation from hours to minutes.
  • Optimized resources and reduced staff burnout through strategic policies and risk management.
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2011 - 2015

2011 - 2015

Network Division Chief

Honolulu, Hawaii

2011 - 2015

8th Theater Sustainment Command

United States Army Pacific Command

Honolulu, Hawaii

Network Division Chief

  • Deployed field command post networks across the Pacific, enhancing communication and mobility.
  • Created a Virtual Command Post, saving over $100k.
  • Integrated IT infrastructure for major theater-level exercises.
  • Developed dashboards to streamline logistics.
  • Managed cybersecurity and authorized mission-essential equipment as a DoD 8570 certified officer.
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2015 - 2017

2015 - 2017

Senior Information Systems Manager

Daegu, South Korea

2015 - 2017

Regional Cyber Center - Korea

United States Army Cyber Command

Daegu, South Korea

Senior Informaiton Systems Manager

  • Managed the Korean sector of the US DoD Global Information Grid, integrating with key military partners, overseeing regional enterprise services.
  • Led the region's first successful disaster recovery test, achieving the highest RMF score.
  • Enhanced network cybersecurity with Big Data solutions.
  • Led hiring boards, selecting top candidates from 450+ applicants.
  • Served as Cyber Center Acting Director, managing all cyber operations.
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2017 - 2020

2017 - 2020

Data Fusion Branch Chief

Omaha, Nebraska

2017 - 2020

United States Strategic Command

Joint Cyber Center

Omaha, Nebraska

Data Fusion Branch Cheif

  • Launched two IT programs, including a real-time vulnerability assessment repository.
  • Led a cyberspace terrain mapping project with cloud-based solutions.
  • Strengthened cybersecurity through Defensive Cyber Operations with key agencies.
  • Integrated cybersecurity training scenarios into six nuclear war readiness exercises.
  • Developed Army Awards 2, an iOS app with a secure website for updates.
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2020 - 2021

2020 - 2021

Executive Officer

Izmir, Turkey

2020 - 2021

North Atlantic Treaty Organiation (NATO)

Communications and Informatino Agency

Cyber Support Unit Izmir

Izmir, Turkey

Executive Officer

  • Enhanced IT Support for NATO: Improved IT support and satellite communications for NATO's LANDCOM, negotiating key Service Level Agreements.
  • Modernized Systems: Led updates to Disaster Recovery systems and a €2.9 million overhaul of CSU Izmir's Life Support Agreement.
  • Led Multi-National Team: Directed a team from 30 allied nations, supporting key NATO exercises.
  • Secured Operational Continuity: Obtained a multi-million dollar contract for urgent repairs after a major earthquake, ensuring uninterrupted operations.
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2021 - 2022

2021 - 2022

Deputy Chief, LandWarNet Division

San Antonio, Texas

2021 - 2022

106th Signal Brigade

United States Army Network Command

San Antonio, Texas

Deputy Chief, LandWarNet Division

  • Spearheaded the modernization of core IT infrastructure on military posts across 78% of the continental United States.
  • Oversaw the replacement of over 8,000 network switches and routers and established new regional security suites.
  • Managed the execution of a multi-echelon IT as a Service (ITAAS) pilot program for two four-star commands.
  • Coordinated with vendors and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Prepared and delivered comprehensive C-level briefs and reports, keeping senior leaders informed at every phase of the operation.
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2023 - Today

2023 - Today

Member

San Antonio, Texas

2023 - Today

H&H Creative Group LLC

San Antonio, Texas

Memeber

  • Started up CMHstudios, a botique portrait studio, wedding, and event photography brand
  • Strated up Tap Leads, a digital marketing agency and business automations solution
  • Led marketing initiatives to establish a presence in San Antonio and the Hill Country region.
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2024 - Today

2024 - Today

Cyber Policy Manager

San Antonio, Texas

2024 - Today

ITI Solutions Inc.

Contracted to

Department of the Air Force

San Antonio, Texas

Cyber Policy Manager

  • Manage Air Force Intelligence Community (AF IC) cybersecurity programs, ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability of key resources.
  • Provide Governance & Management (GM) support by developing and updating cybersecurity policies to meet USAF, DoD, and IC standards.
  • Collaborate with ISSOs, ISSMs, and Commanders to improve cybersecurity programs and deliver assessment reports.
  • Conduct policy analysis across Federal, DoD, ODNI, USAF, and AF IC levels, ensuring compliance with mandates.
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Assignments

March 2024 - Current

ITI Solutions Inc.

Contracted to

16th Air Force / Air Forces Cyber

San Antonio, Texas

Cyber Policy Manager

As a Cyber Policy Manager for ITI Solutions Inc., I manage and maintain critical cybersecurity programs for the Air Force Intelligence Community (AF IC). My primary focus is ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive information resources, playing a key role in protecting the organization’s digital assets. This involves developing, reviewing, and updating cybersecurity policies, plans, and procedures in alignment with USAF, DoD, Intelligence Community (IC), and other national agency standards.

In my role, I collaborate closely with Information System Security Officers (ISSOs), Information System Security Managers (ISSMs), and Commanders to provide expert guidance on enhancing their cybersecurity programs. I conduct thorough policy analysis across various levels—Federal, DoD, ODNI, USAF, and AF IC—ensuring that all operations are in full compliance with cybersecurity mandates and security controls. My work includes leading the development and submission of cybersecurity plans and policies, performing trend analyses, compliance reporting, and risk assessments to deliver actionable insights that address gaps in cybersecurity readiness.

In addition, I coordinate with subject matter experts (SMEs) and cybersecurity trainers to ensure that all training materials remain up-to-date and relevant to meet USAF, DoD, and IC standards. My support extends to content management efforts, where I develop procedures and processes for cybersecurity policy creation, ensuring seamless coordination among all stakeholders.

April 2023 - Current

H&H Creative Group LLC

San Antonio, Texas

Founding Memeber

Launched in 2023, H&H Creative Group created CMHstudios, a boutique portrait studio, and Tap Leads, a digital marketing agency.

August 2021 - December 2022

106th Signal Brigade

United States Army Network Command

San Antonio, Texas

Deputy Chief, LandWarNet Division

Modernized core IT infrastructure for military posts across 78% of the continental United States. Managed multiple projects that replaced over 8k network switches and routers and commissioned new regional security suites. Ensured successful execution of a multi-echelon IT as a Service (ITAAS) pilot program for two four-star commands. Managed vendors and stakeholders during all phases of operation. Prepared numerous C-level briefs and reports keeping senior leaders informed during every step.

Awards Earned

  • Meritorious Service Medal

Unit Citations Awarded

  • Joint Meritorious Unit Award

Published Events, News, and Articles about this Assignment
‍

US cyberwarriors thwarted 2020 Iran election hacking attempt

By Christina A. Cassidy and FRANK BAJAK

Associated Press - April 25, 2023

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China hacked Japan’s sensitive defense networks, officials say

By Ellen Nakashima

The Washington Post - 2023

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Iran-linked hackers broke into election results website in 2020, general says

By Kevin Collier

NBC News - April 25, 2023

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High-impact attacks on critical infrastructure climb 140%

By Jonathan Reed

Security Intelligence - 2023

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DOD Has Enduring Role in Election Defense

US Cyber Command

DoD News - 2020

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DOD Works to Increase Cybersecurity for U.S., Allies

By David Vergun

DoD News - 2020

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August 2020 - August 2021

North Atlantic Treaty Organization

Communications and Information Agency

Cyber Support Unit Izmir

Izmir, Turkey

Executive Officer

Second in Command of Cyber Support Unit (CSU) Izmir. Integrated all IT Support for NATO's Allied Land Command (LANDCOM) and provided NATO’s regional land-based satellite downlinks. Responsible for the execution of LANDCOM's IT Service Level Agreements and championed inclusions to refresh outdated Disaster Recovery and Response equipment; an issue that existed for over 5 years. Broke roadblocks to initiate a €2.9 million revision to CSU Izmir's Life Support Agreement. The first revision since 2013, resolved several long-standing barriers to CSU Izmir’s support to LANDCOM in emerging scenarios.
 Led a large multi-national team of Soldiers and NATO Civilians from 30 allied countries. Coordinated additional resources in support of NATO exercises Loyal Leda and Steadfast Jupiter/Jackal that enabled LANDCOM to exercise the Command’s training objectives. Ensured the safety and welfare of multiple displaced service members and employees following a major earthquake. Initiated an urgent multi-million dollar repair contract to the CSU facilities and damaged equipment with no interruption in services

Awards Earned

  • Defense Meritorious Service Medal
  • Overseas Service Ribbon

Published Events, News, and Articles about this Assignment
‍

"Syria’s Civil War: The Descent Into Horror"

By Zachary Laub

Council on Foreign Relations 2023

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"Nato expresses 'full solidarity' with Turkey over Syria airstrikes"

By Betsy Reed

The Guardian 2020

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"U.S. officials visit Turkey’s border with Syria, emphasize support for NATO ally"

By Sarah Dadouch

The Washington Post 2020

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"Secretary General's Annual Report 2020"

North Atlantic Treaty Organization

nato.int 2020

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"Military de-confliction mechanism between Greece and Turkey established at NATO"

North Atlantic Treaty Organization

nato.int 2020

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"NATO 20/2020: Twenty bold ideas to reimagine the Alliance after the 2020 US election"

By Christopher Skaluba

Atlantic Council 2020

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August 2017 - August 2020

United States Strategic Command

Joint Cyber Center

J-3, Operations

Omaha, Nebraska

Data Fusion Branch Chief

Led the development of two highly successful multi-million-dollar IT programs. Created a vulnerability assessment data repository that enabled real-time impact assessments and vulnerability analysis for the Commander’s Operational Risk Assessment. Concluded a multi-year Mission Relevant Cyberspace Terrain mapping project. Led a team of data scientists, developers, Soldiers, Airmen, and civilian data scientists, and developers in engineering the cloud architecture for the projects. Met routinely with multiple stakeholders to ensure the project scope and objectives were achieved. Planned, Coordinated, and Executed Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO) with key agencies, teams, tenant organizations, and installation managers. Executed six evolutions of strategic global exercises Global Lightning and Global Thunder with increasing levels of responsibility. Integrated realistic cybersecurity scenarios with exercise planners in the Joint Training Management System. Developed and released Army Awards 2, an iOS application for iPhone and iPad written in Swift. Created a relational database in Core Data. Created a companion website on a Linux server running Apache and delivered secure updates to the application without requiring a new build.

Awards Earned

  • Defense Meritorious Service Medal
  • Army Space Cadre Badge

Unit Citations Awarded

  • Joint Meritorious Unit Award

Published Events, News, and Articles about this Assignment
‍

"Mattis and Dunford call for classified nuclear changes"

By Barbara Starr

CNN 2018

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"U.S. STRATCOM to take over responsibility for nuclear command, control and communications"

By Sandra Erwin

Space News 2018

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"USSTRATCOM announces initial operational capability of NC3 Enterprise Center"

U.S. Strategic Command Public Affairs

stratcom.mil 2019

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"Experts Warn House Panel of U.S. Satellite Network Vulnerabilities"

By John Grady

USNI News 2017

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"Missile Defense Agency Shaping Strategy to Meet Evolving Challenges"

By John Grady

USNI News 2019

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"SMDC officially recognized as Army component for US Space Command"

By Aaron Rognstad

spacecom.mil 2020

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"USSTRATCOM’s New Command and Control Facility Transitions to Phase II"

U.S. Strategic Command Public Affairs

stratcom.mil 2018

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"Strategic Command Academic Alliance"

U.S. Strategic Command

Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil 2017

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"STRATCOM CO: Chinese, Russian Build Up of Nuclear Weapons Will ‘Test’ U.S. Strategic Deterrence"

By John Grady

USNI News 2020

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"JUST IN: Stratcom Revitalizing Nuclear Command, Control Systems"

By Yasmin Tadjdeh

National Defense 2021

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"STRATCOM: China’s Pursuit of Nuclear and Hypersonic Weapons Adds Urgency to U.S. Deterrence"

By John Grady

USNI News 2021

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"Report to Congress on Conventional Prompt Global Strike and Long-Range Ballistic Missiles"

U.S. Naval Institute Staff

USNI News 2021

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July 2015 - July 2017

Regional Cyber Center - Korea

United States Army Cyber Command

Daegu, South Korea

Executive Officer
&
Officer in Charge, Systems Operations Division

Operated, maintained, and defended the Korean portion of the US Department of Defense Global Information Grid that interfaced directly between the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) and US Forces Korea, the 8th US Army, and all mission partners operating on the Korean Peninsula.
Planned and executed the first successful live disaster response/recovery (DR) test for regional enterprise IT services in Korea. Earned the highest score (Maturity Level 4) on the Risk Management Framework (RMF) for DR. Integrated Big Data solutions that greatly enhanced cybersecurity for the network in Korea. DoD 8570 Information Assurance Manager (IAM) Level III for all regional enterprise services and networks. Led five hiring boards successfully selecting the best 5 out of over 450 candidates through a three-round selection process. Coordinated with all stakeholders, Human Resources, and Hiring Authorities to onboard new personnel. Assigned as the Cyber Center Executive Officer acting as the Director during a four-month vacancy of the full-time Director. Led a 24/7 Network Operations Center providing tier 3 support, change management, Authorized Service interruptions (ASIs), and incident response. Participated in daily meetings with C-level executives, stakeholders, and mission partners across multiple time zones.

Awards Earned

  • Meritorious Service Medal
  • Korea Defense Service Medal
  • Overseas Service Ribbon

Combat Units Assigned (Unit Citations Awarded)

  • 2nd Armored Calvary Regiment (Presidential Unit Citation)
  • 1st Armored Division (Presidential Unit Citation)
  • 1st Marine Expeditionary Force (Naval Unit Commendation)
  • 172nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team
  • 3rd Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division
  • 101st Airborne Division - Task Force Band of Brothers

Published Events, News, and Articles about this Assignment
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"North Korea 'hacks South's military cyber command'"

British Broadcasting Corporation

BBC News 2016

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"Cybersecurity Spotlight: South Korea"

By Donghui Park

University of Washington 2016

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"Preparing for The Next War in Korea"

By Bob Butterworth

Breaking Defense 2016

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"A Rundown of the Biggest Cybersecurity Incidents of 2016"

Multiple Contributors

Trens Micro 2016

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"FBI Deploys Cyber Experts to Work Directly with Foreign Partners"

Federal Bureau of Investigations

FBI.gov 2016

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"Space, the Final Frontier for Cybersecurity?

By David Livingstone and Patricia Lewis

Chatham House 2016

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November 2011 - June 2015

8th Theater Sustainment Command

Headquarters, G-6

United States Army Pacific Command

Honolulu, Hawaii

Chief, Networks
&
Knowledge Management Officer (KMO)

Planned and deployed multiple field command post networks which enabled the Commander's Forward Command Post's movement and provided logistical communication lines for all Army units operating in the Pacific Theater. Created a Virtual Command Post on very short notice which saved the command over $100k during a contingency operation. Supported multiple joint theater-level exercises including Ulchi Freedom Guardian (UFG), Key Resolve (KR), and RIMPAC. Worked closely with exercise planners and strategic signal assets to ensure enterprise IT infrastructure and reach-back were in place to support the warfighter’s training objectives for each exercise. Created Business Intelligence (BI) dashboards for managing logistics services in theater to mission partners (customers). Planned and built a mirrored geographically separated Disaster Recovery (DR) system for the Business Continuity Plan. DoD 8570 Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) for command-owned portions of the network. Coordinated Interim Authority to Operate (IATO) and Authority to Operate (ATO) packets for all mission essential equipment. Broke through barriers preventing life cycle refresh of command workstations due to funding and policy by coordinating waivers through the Chief Information Officer (CIO) G6 of the Army. Developed, and released Army Awards for iPhone written in Objective-C.


Awards Earned

  • Meritorious Service Medal
  • Overseas Service Ribbon
  • Bronze Order of Mercury

Combat Units Assigned (Unit Citations Awarded)

  • 2nd Armored Calvary Regiment (Presidential Unit Citation)
  • 1st Armored Division (Presidential Unit Citation)
  • 1st Marine Expeditionary Force (Naval Unit Commendation)
  • 172nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team
  • 3rd Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division
  • 101st Airborne Division - Task Force Band of Brothers

Published Events, News, and Articles about this Assignment
‍

"Sustainment Mission Command in a Globally Distributed Environment"

By MG Edward F. Dorman III

pacom.mil 2016

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"The Floating US Army at RIMPAC 2014"

By Gaelen Lowers

Second Line of Defense 2014

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"Army harbormaster troops demonstrate expeditionary capability during RIMPAC 2014"

By Gaelen Lowers

DVIDS 2014

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"Pacific-based Army mariners, divers, EOD, MPs share unique capabilities with SMA"

By Nicole Howell

DVIDS 2015

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"U.S. Army Leaders Argue Service’s Relevance in the Pacific"

By Aaron-Matthew Lariosa

US Naval Institute News 2023

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"Interview: U.S. Army Expanding Watercraft Footprint in the Pacific"

By Aaron-Matthew Lariosa

US Naval Institute News 2023

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March 2008 - August 2010

Huntsville Recruiting Company

Houston Recruiting Battalion

United States Army Recruiting Command

Huntsville, Texas

Company Commander

Awarded the Top Company (2009 & 2010) in the Houston Recruiting Battalion, covering over 23k square miles of east Texas. Built a high-performing and cohesive team of Soldiers that recruited with integrity while improving the health, welfare, and morale of the organization. Vastly improved multiple KPIs for Army Recruiting resulting in higher ROI, and preventing a loss of over $20 million for the Army. Recruited approximately 1% of the US Army's new Soldiers annually. Established a community covenant between the President of Texas A&M University, the Mayors of Bryan and College Station, the U.S. Representative for the Texas 17th Congressional District, and Senior Army Leaders. Created relationships with key influential members of the local communities and stakeholders in education centers. Established strategic marketing guidance, planning, and execution of recruiting operations annually. Managed operational risk as necessary to ensure the economic deployment of Soldiers, resources, and funding. Reduced the number of recruitment losses through direct engagement and influence in my Future Soldier Training Program. Prevented two catastrophes by creating and enforcing policies designed to manage operational risk and prevent burnout and fatigue of personnel. Built a Company Training Program that equipped Leaders with the tools, knowledge, and authority to care for themselves and their teammates. Created a program using Visual Basic and SQL that rapidly collected information from disparate data sources and calculated regular Business Intelligence (BI) reports. This reduced the amount of time usually needed to compile the BI reports from once a week to less than 5 minutes, enabling leaders to quickly identify opportunities and pivot resources within their stations.

Awards Earned

  • Meritorious Service Medal
  • Army Commendation Medal
  • (2) Army Achievement Medals
  • Recruiter Basic Badge

Combat Units Assigned (Unit Citations Awarded)

  • 2nd Armored Calvary Regiment (Presidential Unit Citation)
  • 1st Armored Division (Presidential Unit Citation)
  • 1st Marine Expeditionary Force (Naval Unit Commendation)
  • 172nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team
  • 3rd Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division
  • 101st Airborne Division - Task Force Band of Brothers

Published Events, News, and Articles about this Assignment
‍

"4 recruiter suicides at one unit lead to probe"

By Michelle Roberts

Associated Press,NBC News 2008

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"Why Are Army Recruiters Killing Themselves?"

By Mark Thompson

TIME 2009

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"Army to stop recruiting for 1 day after Houston suicides"

By Lindsay Wise

Houston Chronicle 2009

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"Army Recruiter Suicides Prompt Investigations"

By John McChesney

NPR 2009

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"Texas Army recruiters get new command after deaths"

By Rich Matthews

Associated Press, The San Diego Union-Tribune 2009

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"Army recruiter's wife calls for reform after his suicide"

By Linsay Wise

Houston Chronicle 2008

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"Army recruiter dies in an apparent suicide"

By Lindsay Wise

Houston Chronicle 2008

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"Army Recruiter Suspended for Threatening High School Student with Jail Time, Sparks Bipartisan Call for Investigation"

By Amy Goodman

Democracy Now 2008

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"2nd BCT's homecoming: Soldiers encountered a changed battlefield on second downrange tour"

By Monte Morin

Stars and Stripes 2006

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"Army creates suicide prevention board"

By Mike Mount

CNN 2008

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"Lawmakers probe Army recruiter suicides"

By Sean Miller

Government Executive 2009

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"Army recruiting sees historic mission increase"

U.S. Army Recruiting Command

JBSA.mil 2017

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"Active-Duty Suicide Rate Hit Record High in 2020"

By Caitlin Kenney

Government Executive 2021

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November 2003 - July 2007

2nd Battalion, 37th Armored Regiment

Headquarters, S-6

1st Armored Division

Friedberg (Hessen), Germany / Iraq

Battlion Signal Officer

Senior Communications Officer for an Armored (Tank) Battalion forward deployed to Iraq. Responsible for planning and executing all means of communication in and out of the battalion and endpoint deployment of enterprise IT services. Established onsite data centers as needed and assured cybersecurity of the local area network. Responsible for a suite of equipment and services that provided the Commander’s situational awareness picture. Built and led a high-functioning team of 8 in building and securing communications for a customer base of over 300 Soldiers. Planned and deployed local networks, multi-campus internetwork nodes, fiber optic networks, commercial internet downlinks, satellite terminals, field phones, cellphone towers, and radio retransmission sites under combat conditions. On short notice, coordinated and established several dedicated circuits delivering video and data communications from the Battalion Tactical Operations Center to multiple locations worldwide. Conducted Radio Frequency Management while deploying electronic countermeasures that prevented Improvised Explosive Device detonation against vehicle-born units while allowing for secure encrypted voice and data service on the move. Planned and wrote the order for long-haul voice and data communications far out of the normal range of service which contributed to the success of the first air assault operation conducted by an Armor in decades. Coordinated successful communication packages to support two successful Combined Arms Maneuver Training Center rotations and two gunnery deployments in Germany; critical to preparing the battalion for its second 15-month combat deployment to Iraq. Served as the Battalion Paying Agent responsible for over $12 million of unit funding and cash payments. Built a relational database using Access, SQL, and Visual Basic to track and manage multiple Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as signal equipment, hand receipts, and weapon system statuses. The resulting speed and accuracy reduced losses and enabled rapid action for the organization.

Awards Earned

  • Bronze Star Medal
  • (2) Army Commendation Medals
  • Iraq Campaign Medal
  • (2) Overseas Service Ribbons

Combat Units Assigned (Unit Citations Awarded)

  • 2nd Armored Calvary Regiment (Presidential Unit Citation)
  • 1st Armored Division (Presidential Unit Citation)
  • 1st Marine Expeditionary Force (Naval Unit Commendation)
  • 172nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team
  • 3rd Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division
  • 101st Airborne Division - Task Force Band of Brothers

Published Events, News, and Articles about this Assignment
‍

"The Ba'ath Party and the Insurgency in Tal Afar"

By Travis Patriquin

Military Review 2007

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"The Lesson of Tal Afar"

By George Packer

The New Yorker 2006

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"The Castle of Tal’Afar — Lost Symbol of Hope and Redemption"

By Chad Pillai

Medium 2018

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"Tal Afar now in Iraqi Army hands"

By Steven Petibone

DVIDS 2006

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"Tal Afar house raid turns into five-hour showdown"

By Monte Morin

Stars and Stripes 2006

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"Large Scale Operations to rid Tal Afar of Insurgents"

By Monte Morin

Stars and Stripes 2006

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"Adult Education in Afghanistan: The Key to Political and Economic Transformation"

By Chad Pillai

Military Review 2009

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