Software Configuration Manager, United States Air Force

NICOLAS LEWIS

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P ROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Experience with the Department of Defense(DoD) including coordination,

prioritization and integration of enterprise level software packages. Creative trouble-

shooter with proven computer-based problem solving abilities. Action-driven leader

with the ability to develop motivation in staff while directing teams. Success driven and

skilled at planning and communicating. Deadline conscious with demonstrated ability to

work well under pressure and directing personnel, while exceeding customer needs and

standards.

SKILLS

S upervisory Skill Python / Java Development

Database / Server Admin Red Hat Enterprise Linux

Project Management Oracle Solaris

Data Metrics/ Analytics OpenVMS

W ORK HISTORY

Software Configuration Manger, 1 0/2013 to Current

Georgia Air National Guard / United States Air Force – Robins AFB - Warner Robins, Georgia

Manages Red Hat Linux and OpenVMS operating system software and hardware project/plans implementation,

and ensures the architecture, configuration, and baseline integration conformity for the world-wide release of

DoD Software. Oversees DoD Joint Stars system software/hardware upgrades, ensuring system design

specifications meet Department of Defense Information Assurance Certification (DIACAP) standards.

Administrates the Joint Stars Mission Archive Server (Oracle Solaris), providing mission intelligence and in

flight test data to the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency and the Air Force Research Laboratory.

Maintains user accounts/product requests, and maintains/updates system software in accordance with its

respective System Security Policy (SSP). Designed and administrates the Joint Stars Performance Metrics

database, and performs data analysis/tracking on in flight operating system software/hardware anomalies via

query evaluation techniques, and provides pragmatic solutions that increase the quality of service and user

experience for software users and other partner agencies. Coordinates and participates in software working

group reviews, providing data trend analytics on user software experience/feedback and Joint Stars Product

requests, forecasting the necessary alignment of strategic mission goals to ensure global support for all Joint

Stars users.

Joint Stars Software Operations Center Supervisor, 1 0/2010 to 1 0/2013

United States Air Force – Robins AFB - Warner Robins, G A

Led an 18 member team in the maintenance, operation, and deployment of the $2 million Joint Stars dollar

Transportable Mission Support System, providing OpenVMS software support for the E8-C Joint Stars

Aircraft. Oversaw database configuration, software installation, and data archival/retrieval services for the $6

billion dollar Joint Stars C2ISR Aircraft Platform. Managed the scheduling, prioritization, and integration of a

$15 million dollar Joint Stars software upgrade package. Hand Selected to supervise Software Support Teams

in Southwest Asia; ensuring the integrity and conformity of 1700 modules of software during a worldwide

Joint Stars Software integration project.

Joint Stars Software Operations Center Technician, 0 5/2009 to 1 0/2010

United States Air Force – Robins AFB - Warner Robins GA 31098

Configured Joint Stars OpenVMS operating system and mission software for the E8-C Joint Stars C2ISR

Aircraft Platform, and was responsible for the execution of software/hardware system upgrades for the $6

billion dollar Joint Stars Program. Provided customer support by performing post flight mission system

analysis, and solving complex computing system anomalies. Executed $143 million maritime

software/hardware capability 6 months ahead of schedule, resulting in the seizure of $100 million in narcotics.

Configured mission specific software for 1800 deployed flight hours, resulting in the identification of 32

improvised explosive devices during the respective tour of duty.

E DUCATION

Masters : Computer Science, Current

DePaul University - C hicago, I L (Currently Attending)

Bachelor of Science: Information Technology, 2 014

Colorado State University - GC - Greenwood Village, CO

CERTIFICATIONS

Computing Technology Industry Association (COMPTIA)

Downers Grove, IL Technical Certificates:

Security+ Certification Network+ Certification

(Both Valid: 04 May 2012 –04 May 2015)

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

2010 – USAF Senior Airman Below the Zone Award Recipient

2010 –116 Air Control Wing Airman of the Year

2012 – 461 Operations Non-Commissioned Officer of the Quarter

2013 –Recipient of the United States Air Force Commendation Medal

2014– Recipient of the United States Air Force Commendation Medal

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