Management Human Resources
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Ricardo Vazquez
Email: *********@********.***
Address: **** ****** ******* *****
City: Fairfax
State: VA
Zip: 22030
Country: USA
Phone: 703-***-****
Skill Level: Management
Salary Range: $90,000
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Ricardo C. Vazquez
Ricardo C. Vazquez
6109 Queens Brigade Court
Fairfax, VA 22030-5922
*********@***.***, *********@********.***
Overview
Management Program Analyst with more than 12 years of experience in Program/Project Management and over four years of experience in Business Operations management. Extensive experience in the development and implementation of management functional structures, risk assessment, management and internal control programs. Skills include assessments, process mapping, graphic depiction and development of associated documentation in different formats with a focus on practical application and execution. Developed and implemented different management tools such as risk assessments, program lifecycle and written standard operating procedures to improve business processes in both government and commercial product operations. Proven leadership with analytical, planning, research and problem-solving skills. Ability to: analyze complex, highly technical data and derive meaningful information in user-friendly terms; grasp new concepts quickly and apply them rapidly to effect an immediate positive impact on projects and operations. Strong communication skills; oral, written and graphics.
Highlights:
- U.S. Citizen w / Top Secret Security Clearance (SCI eligible based on latest investigation)
- Deputy Director, Business Operations, ACCOLADE Mines Program (a Commercial Wireless Mesh Underground Telecommunications and Tracking System)
- Deputy Program Manager/Senior Management Analyst as a Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) contractor with Missile Defense Agency.
- U.S. Army Officer (retired).
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, primarily Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, as well as Microsoft Project.
- LCI Certification Spanish Language for Business
- Available for travel.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:
L-3 STRATIS Government Security Solutions
Oct 2008 Dec 2012
Deputy Director of Business Operations, Mines Program
The ACCOLADE wireless mesh underground telecommunication and tracking system is installed in over 75 coal mines accounting for over 25% of US underground coal production. Program is a critical safety system meeting rigorous federal and state regulations providing communications and tracking for over 1,000 miles of underground tunnels and passageways.
Developed, documented and implemented the following processes:
o Product lifecycle that detailed cradle-to-grave activities related to all aspects of the strategic vision and daily operations for a program that generated $67 million in revenue, to include procurement processing, component pricing, customer support, personnel training, and financial management. The program exceeded its financial plan for 2011 by $7 million, leading all programs in the business group. Program improved mining efficiency by 20%.
o Functional operational structure that identified key functions of the program, coordination and activity transition points, and critical elements of information to develop metrics by which to measure the programs effectiveness.
o Took over the vendor payment for equipment repairs which showed multiple past due invoices. Streamlined the approval process coordinated with key personnel within the approval chain, caught up with all late invoices and ensured payment of invoices within the vendor payment terms.
L-3 Global Security & Engineering Solutions
May 2000Oct 2008
Deputy Program Manager and Senior Management Analyst, Missile Defense Agency
Performed analytical and evaluative work associated with the customers resource and program management activities, to include internal controls, risk assessment and management, process improvements, and development of metrics. Analyzed management techniques, processes, and develops alternatives for improving organizational effectiveness. Evaluated trends, processes, procedures, management controls and determines compliance with Agency and Department of Defense guidance.
Developed an organizational structure for the customer based on the actual functions of the organization, which made it better suited to provide critical services to an agency that is adding new facilities and sites without having to reorganize its structure every time the agency adds a new site or location.
Developed the structure and concept of operations for a comprehensive Internal Control Program for the directorate to provide the Director reasonable assurance that all functions within his/her areas of responsibility throughout the enterprise worldwide are being performed effectively and efficiently while following all applicable regulatory guidance. This structure and concept of operations was presented to the agencys Internal Review (IR) Chief, who adopted this model as the standard for the entire Agency.
Analyzed, formalized and documented the agencys procurement process to establish and maintain effective procurement services and ensure continuity of operations. These actions enabled the expansion of procurement services at new sites worldwide.
Became intimately involved in all aspects of procurement services to include:
o Reviewing and validating requests
o Ensuring funding is available to process requests
o Writing and submitting Statements of Work (SOWs)
o Identify and select vendors based on established mandatory sources
o Requests for exception to policy for sole source selections
o Ensure accuracy of goods and services delivered
o Ensure prompt payment to vendors upon accurate delivery of goods and services requested.
US Army
April 1980 Jun 2000
US Army Officer
Served in multiple functions of increasing responsibility, primarily as Director, Human Resources for a unit consisting of 2,500+ personnel and Senior Readiness Analyst for the Director, Army National Guard responsible for the monitoring and analysis of the readiness of National Guard units of 54 states and territories. Responsible for the preparation and presentation of readiness briefings to the Senior Army leadership.
EDUCATION
B. S, Business Administration, Human Resources, University of Puerto Rico, 1980
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