Manager Information Technology

MICHAEL PEREZ

***** **** **** *****: 703-***-****

Woodbridge, VA 22193 Email: *****.******@*****.***

Security Clearance: TOP SECRET/SCI JAN 2010

OBJECTIVE: Seeking an Operational /Solution /Infrastructure Manager Position

EXPERIENCE SUMMARY: 25 years as a career Army Communication/Information Technology (IT) Officer with experience at all levels of Signal operations from tactical through strategic; extensive management skills with continuous supervisory responsibilities of staffs from 35 to 320 personnel; unparalleled, in-depth understanding of IT services, telephone, networks, VTC, acquisition and budget processes and Computer Systems from national through tactical; uniquely experienced in software development lifecycle; certified Contracting officer representative (COR); outstanding reputation within the Defense Intelligence Community as an exceptionally effective, technically proficient IT and business professional.

Operational consultant & Strategic Account Executive - EMC 2010– Present

Manage the complex DoDIIS Intel Enterprise accounts, and military Intel national accounts in the assigned five regions. Directed our team quota of approximate $21M. In addition to leading sales support team focused on leveraging a federal team of limited cleared matrixes resources to provide multiple, concurrent transformation solutions spanning EMC’s innovative products and infrastructure solution offerings.

Support /coordinate strategic tasking, C-level executive communication and sale actions Work directly with DoDIIS team to build a pipeline of qualified opportunities for enterprise solutions including coordination of Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) internal communicationSupport deliveries of innovative solutions to key clients in, Enterprise Storage, Continuity of Operation, virtual infrastructure improvement, and implementation of back-up solutions –efforts led to the maximizing the Data Center transformation

Next Generation Desktop Project Director & Operational Manager – BAE Systems 2009– 2010

Managed the day-to day implementation and operations of the virtual desktop infrastructure pilot program for DIA. Served as the PM main conduit to back office functions such as HR, contracts, subcontracts, finance, and performance excellence. Worked with the technical lead to monitor technical, schedule, cost, and qualify performance. Ensured the deployment is effectively resourced and manages relationships with a wide range of groups. Additionally facilitates staffing and reassignment activities; streamlines resources allocation processes; work directly with HR, transition manager to ensure world wide coordination.

Successfully executed the pilot program, and won the $300M IDIQ contract Monitors deployment activity; aggregates metrics reporting and ensures transparency of the operations for the customersAllocated resources and monitors technical implementation, schedule, and quality performanceProvided monthly statistics to PM IAW IDIQ requirementsEnsured the BAE operations team stays within operating budget and using BAE approved business practicesCoordinated with Network engineer, local IT SME, and RSM manager in consistently preparing for operational changes (facilitates and coordinates all necessary activities for worldwide personnel support (deployments, international requirements) through coordination with the technical lead)

Executive Officer & Chief of Staff for the CIO- Defense Intelligence Agency 2008– 2009

Advised and assisted the Directorate for Information Management and Chief Information Officer in all operational aspects. Act in an advisory or liaison (DNI, NGA, NRO, Joint Transformation Command – Intelligence (JTC-I), Intelligence and Security Command {INSCOM}), capacity and make recommendations to senior leadership regarding policies, procedures, and prep senior leaders to brief Congress.

Directed/coordinated staff taskings, executive communication, and strategic CIO milestones resulted in increased performance by 20% for the Directorate Led all military actions for 340 military members within 5 Regional Service Centers (Europe, Western, Southeast, Pacific and Northeast) improving the coaching and mentorship programProvided strategic direction to senior leadership and advice- efforts led to improved process flow Responsible for preparing the Director of DIA and IC CIO members on a regular basis Responsible for coordinating VTC with IC CIO and their Senior Staff improving collaboration

Chief of Operation - Northeast Division- Defense Intelligence Agency 2006– 2008 Managed staff of 341+ IT professionals, in a geographically distributed IT enterprise operation for 50,000 Department of Defense Intelligence Information System (DoDIIS) customers at 250+ locations worldwide including Pentagon, National Capital Region, combatant Commands, Warfighter, Service and National Intelligence Agencies.

Maintained 400 critical communications lines to the global information grid valued at the hundreds of million’s –consistently recognized through customer feedback for excellent customer supportSupervised daily operations and maintenance of network, computer systems (1300+servers), applications (Intel & business) and secure voice communication resulted in improved operationManaged IT annual budget estimated $60M –Implemented a fast-track procurement system resulting in a 20% decrease in turn-around timeReplacement legacy storage and server infrastructure with new technology, thereby decreasing downtime and improving reliability to 99% Provided technical guidance as it relates to Data Center, configuration management, and engineering –efforts resulted in a 30% increase in budgetDelivered innovative solutions to field and remote sites, process improvement, and implementation of applications –efforts led to the maximizing the operational center

Deputy Chief – Infrastructure Solutions and Services- Defense Intelligence Agency 2005– 2006

Managed staff of 150+ engineers, project managers and requirement managers (government and contractors). Hand-picked to supervise the development, engineering and integration of DIA’s large scale infrastructure projects.

Identified, evaluated and recommend emerging technologies, standards and architectures that are required to meet strategic information technology needs of the DoDIIS communityAppointed Deputy Office Chief for engineering and implementation of all DIA’s large scale infrastructure projectsDirected team in three divisions (Requirements/Engineering/Project Management) that led the enterprise architecture development, and related activities to ensure large IT projects were completed on-time

Senior Program Manager-Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)-Defense Intelligence Agency 2004– 2005 Led 18 technical staff of system administrators, software engineers, program managers, and Information Technology professionals as applied to PKI application. Led the implementation, integration, operations and maintenance of the PKI program for DoDIIS.

Interfaced with Unified Commands, military services, Intelligence Community (IC) agencies and DOD organizations for PKI requirements and resolution of issuesDeveloped strategic plans and architectures for new technology capabilities improving smoother integration of second generation PKI and customer experiences Worked in collaboration with senior level executives and engineers to ensure program goals, metrics and objectives were met improving the functional operationManaged and justified multi-million dollar O&M budget saving the government $1.3M

Deputy Chief of Staff G6, 3D Corps Support Command, Balad, Iraq 2003– 2004

Chief of Staff, G6 of a forward-deployed Corps Support Command (COSCOM), consisting of 2 Corp Support Groups and 3 separate battalions comprised of over 4,800 soldiers and civilians that support V Corps and USAREUR units. Planned and managed tactical operations; Mobile subscriber Equipment (MSE), secure data networks, video teleconference (VTC), and tactical satellite radio nets.

Provided in-depth analysis of monitoring and intrusion detection on networks implementing IA planOversaw procurement, deployment, operation and maintenance of over $3.5 million worth of equipment in support of logistical operations Expanded the Web Portal; Integrated the automated Staff directory/phonebook, which allowed the communication requirements of the command to be identified for support during deploymentsPlanned Communication support for Operation Iraqi Freedom

Battalion Network Operation Officer, 102D Signal Battalion Wiesbaden Germany 2001– 2003

Led a Signal Battalion operation valued at $100M in support of 1st Armored Division, 66th Military Intelligence Group, V Corps Artillery and 22d Signal Brigade. Supervised and mentored 37 people.

Provided reliable operation and continuous improvement of more than 20 community communications infrastructuresWorked a highly effective master-planning cell capable of fully developing and integrating a multi-dimensional set of modernization programs in excess of $500 million Developed and trained deployable communication team

Summary of Accomplishments -1990 - 2001 Managed 6 recruiting stations (Bayamon, Rio Piedras, Carolina, Luquillo, St Thomas & St Croix) spanning 1,153 miles responsible for 31 personnel.

Led command and control communication command for Corps world-wide contingency missions. Directly responsible for training, operation and sustainment of 132 soldiers, 70 vehicles 38 generations and 46 communication nodes worth in excess of $34 million.

Lead communication support team for the Division tactical command post (DTAC). Supervised 13 soldiers, that supported IT and communication systems valued at $25 million.

Led directed, coordinated, planned and advised the commander on all technical and tactical aspects of communications, to include commercial off the self products. Led and provided functional experts for the Communications Security (COMSEC) equipment and material.

Selected to provide logistical, administrative, and support for 58 families during Company deployment.

Executive Officer for a forward-deployed Army Area Company in support of a HQ, USAREUR/7th Army and its command throughout the Federal Republic of Germany.

EDUCATION and Professional Development:

2010: ITIL- Foundation Certificate in IT Service Management version 3

2002: Master of Business Management in Leadership Touro University International, NY

2001: Graduate Command and General Staff Officer Course

1995: Graduate Combined Arms Services Staff School

1992: Signal Officer Advanced course

1989: Signal Officer Basic course

1988: Bachelor of Computer Science, University of Puerto Rico, Bayamon, PR

1986: Associate of Computer Information system, Arecibo Technological University, PR

AWARDS HIGHLIGHTS:

Legion of Merit -2009; Bronze Star Medal (Balad, Iraq) – 2003; Meritorious Service Medal- 2004, 1997, 1999; Army Commendation Medal- 2000, 1992, 1991; Air Force Commendation Medal- 2001; Joint Achievement Medal- 2007; Army Achievement Medal- 1994; Air Force Achievement Medal- 2001

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