IT & Cybersecurity Operations Leader · ISSM · 18+ Years DoD
I'm a U.S. Navy Senior Chief (E-8) with 18+ years managing mission-critical enterprise IT and cybersecurity programs in support of submarine forces — one of the most demanding operational environments in the DoD. I currently serve as Cyber Assistant, ISSM, and Cyberspace Workforce Program Manager at Commander, Submarine Squadron ONE (COMSUBRON ONE), responsible for cybersecurity posture across seven operational fast-attack submarines.
My record is built on turning around failing programs, executing high-stakes inspections under pressure, and developing technical teams that perform when it matters. I contributed to the highest-scoring Fleet Cyber Command cyber inspection in submarine history — recognized with a Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal from the Commodore.
In a single year, I executed three cyber inspections and one KMI inspection — all satisfactory or better. I've also co-authored occupational standards at the CNO level for the ITN rate.
I hold a B.S. in Information Technology from Purdue Global, Summa Cum Laude (December 2025), and I'm on a deliberate path toward CISM and CISSP certification as I transition to the civilian sector. My planned retirement is October 2027.
Targeted at cleared defense firms — Leidos, SAIC, Booz Allen Hamilton, GDIT, Peraton. Emphasizes TS/SCI handling, full RMF/ATO lifecycle, ACAS/VRAM compliance, eMASS, inspection leadership, and ISSM authority across multiple platforms.
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| Certification | Issuer | Status | Target / Earned |
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CompTIA Security+ CE
DoD 8570 Baseline · IAT Level II
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CompTIA | In Progress | Renewal · Priority #1 Priority |
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CISM
Certified Information Security Manager
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ISACA | In Progress | Target: Q4 2027 |
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PMP
Project Management Professional
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PMI | Planned | Target: 2028 |
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CISSP
Certified Information Systems Security Professional
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(ISC)² | Planned | Target: 2029 |
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KMI KOAM
Key Management Infrastructure — Operator
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DoD / Navy | Active | Earned: March 2022 |
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CANES Administrator SW3/SW4
Consolidated Afloat Networks & Enterprise Services
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Navy (NEC 735A) | Active | Earned: August 2024 |
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ISSM
Information Systems Security Manager
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Navy (NEC 741A) | Active | Earned: December 2020 |
My planned retirement is October 2027. If you're a hiring manager, recruiter, or senior contact who's told me to reach out — this is the page I'll keep current. The certification tracker above reflects exactly where I am in my professional development path.
Open to cleared contractor, federal civilian, and corporate IT/cyber leadership roles. Preference for Tennessee post-retirement — open CONUS.