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I'm a proven out-performer, gifted leader and manager, recent MBA & MS: International Management Graduate (at the top of my class in both) with business savvy, finance and high-tech proficiency as well as a record of success in client relationship building & management. Additionally, while my past experiences are varied (i.e. military, finance, customer relationship management, sales, research and analysis…) the ability to learn & the drive to succeed are pervasive. In short, I am extremely bright, flexible, charismatic, well-rounded & capable of accomplishing anything. While a Management (i.e. Program, Project, Operations…) or Lead SATCOM Technician / Analyst position would be ideal, I'm open to hearing about any position that will provide opportunities for advancement, professional and personal growth as well as interesting experiences.
· Will relocate nationally and/or globally and travel, “rotations,”… are desired.
· Possess an Active Top Secret / SCI Access Security Clearance Issued (2006) by US DoD
· Project Management Institute (PMI) Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) #791616
· Available immediately for right opportunity!
Professional Experience:
ITT Systems Division, NATO Operations Center, Kabul, Afghanistan (January 2007–Present)
Satellite Communications (SATCOM) Network Analyst and Lead Technician
· Leading a team (15+) responsible for installing, operating, maintaining… satellite & other network equipment supplying Secure Communications Services to NATO Operations Center
· Analyzing network supportability and efficiency based upon changing parameters
· Completed Harvard Management E-Learning Program, PM Basics and Promina 800 Plus Courses
USA Space and Missile Defense Command (USA SMDC), Camp Roberts, CA (2004-2007)
Squad Leader, Shift Supervisor & Satellite Controller in Satellite Network Control Operations Center
· Lead, managed, supervised, coordinated, scheduled, trained (i.e. creating a new training program covering multiple competencies [technical, physical, tactical…]), delegated responsibilities to subordinate leaders and provided routine performance reviews as well as professional development for a USA SMDC Squad (13+ Soldiers & Non-Commissioned Officers)
· Coordinated satellite access/de-access, monitored links, analyzed (real-time & trends) network supportability & effectiveness, prescribed & instituted network level changes to maximize efficiency & minimize down-time on the satellite network used by White House Communications, Diplomatic Forces, NAOC, military…
· Designed Satellite/Wireless Networks (i.e. Link Engineering, Frequency / Spectrum & Power Allocation planning…) supplying SIPRNET, NIPRNET, LAN, WAN, DSN…
· Responsible for operations and security of a $50+ Million Top Secret Satellite Control Installation
Accomplishments:
· Completed USA SMDC Satellite Network Coordinator Course, Awarded US Air Force Space Badge
· Devised and instituted changes (to operating environment…) enhancing competencies and efficiency resulting in greater effectiveness & morale for entire organization
· Drove squad to 100% passing rate in Satellite Control competencies and physical fitness resulting in our placing second in the Space and Missile Defense Command's "Best Squad Competition"
· US Army: Commendation Medal (x2), Achievement Medal (x2) & Certificate of Achievement (15+)
U.S. Army: Area 1 (DMZ) South Korea, Okinawa, Japan, Thailand, The Philippines… (2001-2004)
Satellite System Team Chief and Team Leader supporting the Joint Communications Support Element
· Directed, managed & executed all factors relating to deployment & satellite mission accomplishment
· Ensured optimal performance of team, equipment and communications links
Accomplishments:
· Voluntarily served as Team Leader for 2+ months at a remote & isolated installation on the DMZ
· Appointed Head of Communications Help Desk supporting Relief Efforts for S.E. Asian Tsunami
· Created, implemented (to include delegation of authority to, and directing of, subordinate leaders) & monitored the Battalion Commander's Remedial Fitness Program; leading & managing 30+ individuals
· Completed US Air Force Air-load Planner Course
PaineWebber, Inc., NY, NY (1998-2000)
Financial Advisor
· Analyzed markets, sectors, equities, client needs & risk profiles then designed, applied, monitored and altered investment portfolios based upon current market conditions and clients' parameters
· Built & operated high-end investment business: marketing, sales & relationship/account maintenance
· Managed (to include hiring, training, firing…) staff (sales assistant, advisor trainees and prospectors)
· Completed numerous Leadership, Sales… Training Programs (proprietary & external)
Sands Brothers and Company, NY, NY (1997-1998)
Junior Analyst and Investment Advisor
· Performed market, sector, technical & corporate (Venture Capital, IPOs, equities…) analysis
· Reviewed clients' risk adversity and financial goals, created, implemented and monitored portfolios
· Trained and managed (to include hiring and firing) staff of prospectors
Oppenheimer & Company, Inc., World Financial Center, NY, NY (1996)
Pre-MBA Intern: Equities Research, Underwriting, Trading and Operations
Lafayette College Biology Department, Easton, PA (1992-1995)
Research & Teaching Assistant (General Biology, Nutrition & Functional Vertebrate Morphology)
· Recorded and analyzed data from experiments then compiled and presented research reports
· Instructed and assessed classes of my peers (20+ students) in Biology Laboratory Experiments
· Competition for these positions was extremely competitive, I was the sole student selected for both
· Activities: Division I Lacrosse, Rugby Club & Hospital Emergency Ward Volunteer
Qualifications Summary
· Expert in team building and leading with proven experience accomplishing goals (missions, projects…), meeting strict deadlines and budgets, in diverse, challenging, high stress environments while maintaining professionalism and focus, and motivating others for optimal performance
· Outstanding communicator (oral & written) and vast experience interacting with all levels of hierarchy
· Expertise in Management and Customer / Client Service with record of success in high level sales
· Proficiency in time management, balancing priorities, multi-tasking and budgeting limited resources
· Expert at calculating, mitigating and managing risk
· Highly intelligent, analytical, energetic and detail oriented yet flexible and charismatic with the capacity and desire to excel as well as the will to succeed regardless of obstacles
· Adept at trend, data, case, business, competitive and market analysis as well as problem solving; resulting in excellent decision making capacity
· Languages: English (native) & Spanish (expert verbal and written)
· Successfully Completed: NASD: Series 7 (scored in top 2%) Series 6, & Series 63 Licensing Exams
o Highly skilled at financial analysis, equity valuation and trading (10+ years experience)
· Extremely Technically Adept:
o Computer Skills: Microsoft 95/98/ME/2000/NT/XP, Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook & PowerPoint & Access), Microsoft Project 2003, Norton Antivirus & Ghost & Proficient in use of Routers (i.e. Cisco – currently studying for CCNA) & Switches (Promina 800 Plus Certified)
o Wireless Communications/Technologies Expert: SATCOM (AN/GSC-39, AN/GSC-52, AN/GSC-78), TACSAT (AN/TSC-85A, AN/TSC-93A, AN/TSC-94A, AN/TSC-100A, AN/TSC- 86A, AN/MSC-74/YY & AN/USC-60A [Tri-band, KU, X & C, Terminal]), USAT, VSAT and SATCON (operating under DISA: creating Operating Databases, Link Engineering, Frequency and Power Allocation Planning…), timing (GPS, Rubidium & Cesium), signal generation: Multiplexing, (CDMA / SSMA, TDMA & FDMA) using Midas, Timeplex, Promina 800, ETSSP…), Modulation (using STEL CDL, Comtech: OM-73, SLM-3650, SLM-5650, BEM-7650 & EBEM, MD-945, MD-1340, and AN/USC-28), Upconverters & Downconverters (i.e. Comtech…), Tracking, ATM, LAN, WAN, VOIP & RF Amplification (i.e. HVPS, HPA, TWT…)
o Proficient in the use of many communications diagnostic tools: Spectrum Analyzer, Fireberd, Power Meter, Digital Multi-Meter, Frequency Generator & Counter, Oscilloscope, Scalar Network Analyzer…
o Installation & Activation of Circuits, encryption devices: KG-194, KG-84, KIV-7, KY-57, ANCZY-10…
Education: *Fulltime Graduate Student (combination of College Park, Satellite Campuses in Asia & self-study)
University of Maryland, MD: (December 2006)
Master of Business Administration (MBA) (Marketing Track): GPA 4.0 (#1 in Class), Summa cum Laude & Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society
University of Maryland, MD: (2004)
MS: International Management (focus: Marketing): GPA 4.0 (#1 in Class), Summa cum Laude, Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society and Presidential Management Fellowship (PMF) Finalist
Hofstra University, NY
BA: History (w/ Pre-Med courses): Dean's List many times & Phi Alpha Theta Honor Society
Lafayette College, PA
Majors: International Affairs & Biology (w/ Pre-Med courses)
Activities: Division I Lacrosse, Rugby Club & Hospital Emergency Ward Volunteer
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