Information Assurance Support Officer (IASO) at Technik, Inc.
May 2014 - Present | Dugway, UT
Provide Information Assurance (IA) oversight, guidance and support to general users in accordance with the requirements of the US Army Western Desert Test Center (WDTC) IA program. Verify all requirements for system access to the WDTC Information Systems (IS) are met and ensure signed Acceptable User agreements are filed. Assist in the preparation, distribution, coordination and maintenance of plans, instructions, policies, guidance and standard operating procedures (SOPs) necessary for implementation of the WDTC IA program, and serve as the subject matter focal point for the WDTC IA program.
Ensure WDTC users receive initial and annual IA awareness training by verifying completion in the Army Training and Certification Tracking System (ATCTS) and report all non-compliance to the IA Manager (IAM) per established organizational policy and procedures. Assist the IAM in ensuring Certification and Accreditation packages are prepared and maintained in accordance to Department of Defense Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP). Ensure that implementation and verification of compliance with the WDTC's SOPs address the reporting of security violations and incidents to the IAM and IA Network Manager (IANM). Support and assist the IAM in the development and implementation of the WDTC information system security plans, ITCOOP, IRP and SOPs.
Test Officer at Jacobs Technology
March 2012 - March 2014 | Dugway, UT
As a Test Officer, worked closely with private sector vendors, government, and military personnel in a project management role to ensure all aspects of testing were successful. Worked in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment that specialized in supporting both the developmental and operational testing of homemade explosives (HME) detection, synthesis and characterization; counter-chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) detection equipment, unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), counter-improvised explosive device (IED) detection, as well as various other systems and programs, as needed.
Coordinated logistics and supply for test sites, to include allocating resources such as heavy equipment, explosives, mobile command posts, radio comms, etc. Managed teams, to include scheduling and staffing assignments, of up to 30 personnel at several testing locations with varying shifts. Provided input at planning meetings, ensuring all personnel were updated on current issues and deadlines. Authored deliverables such as technical approaches, statements of work, cost estimates based on customer's needs, and weekly / monthly reports, to include expense reports. Received Jacobs Dugway 2013 Team of the Year honors for work performed as Test Officer / Team Lead on the MANPAD program.
Functional Lead at Research Analysis and Maintenance, Inc.
May 2010 - January 2012 | Fort Hood, TX
Coordinated and supervised all test matters regarding the Global Combat Support Systems-Army (GCSS-Army) Limited User Test (LUT), Initial Operational Test (IOT) and Continuing Evaluation (CE). Supervised interviews and the hiring process for all test team members. Managed 60 personnel at any one time, to include scheduling and staffing assignments, in four separate locations and time zones. Conducted site surveys at multiple locations and ensured travel arrangements were handled prior to mass test team deployment. Communicated daily with government personnel including, but not limited to, the Operations Research Systems Analyst (ORSA), Test Officer, and Operations Lead regarding all test aspects.
Provided input at planning meetings, event concept reviews and rebuttal sessions with the ORSA and Test Officer. Provided documents and databases, as well as input and advice when requested, to the Test Officer. Prepared and delivered weekly reports and monthly evaluations to the Task Support Lead. Provided detailed instruction, as well as training, in a classroom environment on the supplemental GCSS-Army data collection website to GCSS-Army users during testing events. Only team member to be awarded GCSS-Army Program Manager Enterprise Logistics Systems Coin by the Army Evaluation Command Chief Military Evaluator.
Data Conversion Technician for SAMS-1E/IE/E Systems at MTCI, Inc.
July 2009 - October 2009 | Killeen, TX
Worked closely with military and civilian personnel to ensure smooth transition from legacy maintenance systems to Standard Army Maintenance Systems-Enhanced (SAMS-IE / 1E). Instructed both military and civilian personnel in a classroom environment on the use of the SAMS component. Studied and implemented changes to Combat Service Support Automation Management Office (CSSAMO) and manager's course training slides, as needed. Used troubleshooting methods to quickly resolve issues presented during the data conversion process. Performed tier processes for both stand-alone and client systems.
Data Manager at Research Analysis and Maintenance, Inc.
January 2009 - May 2009 | Fort Hood, TX
Delivered a full range of databases and analyses, from data collection teams to the ORSA and Test Officer. Streamlined the editing of collection and processing of advanced military hardware and software systems. Created databases and input data into Microsoft Access databases. Used knowledge base of hardware and software to enhance documentation of system specifications, capabilities, and limitations. Supported radio and mine detection missions.
JTRS-RR, Dona Ana Base Camp, NM. 1/2009-5/2009
Test Support Contractor at Westech International, Inc.; TESCO
October 2007 - May 2008 | Fort Hood, TX
Data Manager: Delivered a full range of databases and analyses, from data collection teams to the ORSA and Test Officer. Streamlined the editing of collection and processing of advanced military hardware and software systems. Created databases and input data in Microsoft Access databases. Used knowledge base of hardware and software to enhance documentation of system specifications, capabilities, and limitations. Supported various CBRN missions, to include JCAD (two phases); Stryker-NBCRV (two phases); and JBSDS (one phase).
Field Operations Officer (General Clerk III): Assisted in the development and coordination of test plans, analyses and reports. Managed day-to-day operations and activities of personnel during testing phases. Coordinated facilities, equipment, and instrumentation in support of tests and training. Served as a liaison for business communications between external agencies and contractors.
Test Support Contractor at TESCO
February 2006 - October 2007 | Fort Hood, TX
Data Manager Assistant (Computer Operator I): Performed data entry duties, to include quality control checks, data input, and data analysis for all collected data. Worked closely with the data manager to ensure that all documents were presented error free to the ORSA.
Field Operations Officer (General Clerk III): Assisted in the development and coordination of test plans, analyses and reports. Managed day-to-day operations and activities of personnel during testing phases. Coordinated facilities, equipment, and instrumentation in support of tests and training. Served as a liaison for business communications between external agencies and contractors.
Field Operations Officer, JBPDS, DPG, UT. 8/2007 - 10/2007
RAM Data Manager Assistant, JCAD MOT, DPG, UT. 6/2007 - 8/2007
RAM Data Manager Assistant, NBC-RV Soldier Demo, DPG, UT. 4/2007 - 6/2007
RAM Data Manager Assistant, Spider Network Command, Fort Hood, TX. 1/2007 - 4/2007
RAM Data Manager Assistant, NBC-RV, DPG, UT. 9/2006 - 12/2006
RAM Data Manager Assistant, JBSDS MOT&E, DPG, UT. 6/2006 - 9/2006
RAM Data Manager Assistant, SICCPS, NTC/Fort Irwin, CA. 5/2006 - 6/2006
RAM Data Manager Assistant, JC3 MOT&E, Camp Lejeune, NC. 2/2006 - 5/2006
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