SUMMARY:

• Experienced and resourceful leader with extensive cross - functional expertise, a high caliber work ethic, and uncompromising integrity.
• Managerial and hands on capabilities in all areas of expertise.
• Proven track record of excelling in the most arduous assignments.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Confidential, Clearwater, FL

Director of Information Security

• Performed security audits and vulnerability assessments and provided solutions to mitigate exposure
• Created information security and risk management awareness training programs
• Configured Firewalls, Routers, and Intrusion Detection Systems
• Managed installation of security systems utilizing access control solutions, CCTV, and security lighting
• Created Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Plans

Confidential, Clearwater, FL

Director of Operations

• Recognized by Governor Rick Scott for record of job creation
• Increased revenue generated per man-hour in two divisions by an average of 17.42%
• Reduced operating expenses by 35.09% over a four-year period.
• Turned around company’s “F” Better Business Bureau rating to an “A+”
• Developed documentation and implemented standardized policies and procedures

Confidential, Temple Terrace, FL

Database Administrator

• Managed multi-terabyte Informix databases. Performed database installs, loads, and data conversions. Tuned and altered databases and tables to increase performance. Prepared custom database reports with SQL and shell scripts. Wrote stored procedures, triggers, and database views to increase efficiency and security. Scheduled and performed database back-ups. Troubleshot application code for SQL errors and potential SQL injection vulnerabilities.
• Designed, tested, implemented application and database fail-over architecture
• Upgraded system hardware, configured and installed external disk arrays
• Fragmented database tables and indexes to improve query and update speed
• Implemented database Security Auditing and Data Replication
• Created large variety of UNIX-based tools to monitor application and security processes and logs
• Developed automated tools to improve system reliability and disk and CPU utilization. Planned, coordinated, and performed application testing, installation, and patch management. Responsible for creating and administering user accounts, permissions and authentication procedures. Conducted system process monitoring, optimization, and automated secure data transport processes on UNIX servers. Installed and managed Apache web servers. Provided training and technical support for nationwide end-users. Member of Requirements Gathering and User Acceptance Testing teams. Wrote and maintained system documentation.
• Designed logic driven automated processes that monitored, logged, and restarted critical applications
• Created real-time, interactive web pages, which facilitated database queries to display system availability and statistics
• Implemented encrypted password logon system for application access
• Configured Server Clustering using HP Serviceguard
• Technical Lead for two client-server applications

Confidential, Tampa, FL

Deputy Assistant Chief of Staff/Naval Liaison Officer

• Recalled to active duty in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. Performed high level negotiations with Senior Governmental Officials and Military Officers from 53 coalition nations. Extensive travel throughout the USCENTCOM AOR. Responsible for Operational Planning efforts of U.S. and Coalition maritime assets during wartime environment.
• Conducted negotiations leading to the addition of two nations and their maritime assets into the naval coalition
• Performed time-sensitive international negotiations and was personally responsible for filling 60% of the urgent maritime shortages as specified by U.S. Central Command
• Deconflicted multinational Rules of Engagement and secure network obstacles to improve mission effectiveness
• Chairman of the Coalition Naval Working Group comprised of senior military officers from over 20 countries
• Hand Selected by five Commanding Officers in three different units to serve as their Executive Officer
• Implemented and supervised operation of Building Access Controls and secure and non-secure network access.
• Led comprehensive security audits for COMUSNAVCENT, Bahrain, NSA Bahrain, and COMUSNAVCENT, Tampa
• Supervised the installation and operation of Secure and Non-secure computer networks
• Negotiated and drafted Co-Utilization Agreement between a Navy Reserve Unit and active duty Marine detachment for access control, occupancy and use of a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF)

Confidential, Trenton, NJ

Director of Sales and Marketing

• Developed one of the first internet based point of sales businesses. Responsible for web page development, purchasing, pricing, advertisement, promotions, technical support and order fulfillment for PC oriented hardware and software products. Built and maintained database for customer, supplier and product records. Supervised and trained inbound tele sales team.
• Conceptualized and negotiated joint marketing campaign with two multi-national software corporations
• Webmaster for company web site. Designed all print media advertisements including brochures and magazine displays

Confidential, Princeton, NJ

Regional Facilities Manager

• Responsible for the operations of multiple facilities including renovations, construction projects, commercial property leases and tenant and landlord relations. Coordinated and directed maintenance, mailroom and communications departments in addition to all services provided by outside contractors including security, housekeeping, grounds and food services. Performed extensive contract negotiations, budget preparations, specification writing, bid procedures and award selections.
• Created computerized preventive maintenance database and scheduling program for all major equipment
• Renegotiated contracts with all major vendors. Replaced non-performing contractors
• Renovated several computer rooms including a/c, fire suppression systems, backup power, and security systems

Confidential

Director of Operations

• Directed central office operations comprised of accounting, security, safety, purchasing, payroll operation and IT services. Supervised 7 Director level reports responsible for maintenance, grounds and housekeeping functions of three university campuses consisting of 300 acres of land, 131 buildings and 166 employees. Wrote contract specifications and supervised bid and award process. Coordinated compliance with all governmental regulatory agencies including OSHA, EPA and ADA issues. Created and implemented disaster contingency plans.
• Developed and administered budgets in excess of $8,000,000. Responsible for the production of annual and monthly budget reports and reconciliations
• Increased work force productivity by over 46%
• Installed and administered Token Ring Network in Administration Offices
• Re-wrote employee job descriptions and negotiated acceptance by labor union
• Implemented computerized purchasing system which upgraded reporting to real time from a lag time of 45+ days

Confidential

Special Operations Officer

• Served aboard two ships as Chief Engineer, Weapons Officer, Intelligence Officer, Training Officer, Security Officer, CMS Custodian, and Operations Officer. Responsibilities included the operation and maintenance of main propulsion systems, diesel generators, steam boilers, HVAC, communications equipment, weapons systems, and physical security. Specialized in diving, underwater demolition, construction, repairs and salvage. Maintained TS/SCI Clearance.
• Reduced missile system maintenance expenses by over $1,000,000 annually
• Improved Weapons Division’s rating from #23 out of 25 to #1 out of 25 in less than one year
• Coordinated and scheduled all logistics and operations efforts for a multi-national deployment to the South Pacific, Liaison Officer to host nations
• Designated “number one” division officer onboard a 650-man ship