Information Technology Management

Matthew W. Page

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Richmond Hill, GA 31324

Phone: Cell 912-***-****

actwe9@r.postjobfree.com

Summary of Qualifications

An innovative information technology and cyber technician and leader with experience in operations, communication strategy, security, and troubleshooting. Processing a unique combination of technical experience and information technology executive leadership, I am adept at communication and collaboration with key stakeholders to bridge the divide between technology and business. Results driven, I have a consistent record of achievement across diverse environments and job responsibilities. Major strengths include:

Project and Team Leadership

Technology Systems and Integration

IT Strategy and Administration

Organizational Development

Strategic and Operational Planning

Work Ethic and Integrity

Vulnerability Assessment and Security

Active TS/SCI Security Clearance with CI Polygraph

Professional Experience

Cyber Protection Brigade, United States Army Cyber Command (ARCYBER)

Mar2015- Present

Brigade Cyber Operations Technology Director- Identified requirements, organized, and tasked authorized cyber personnel and equipment resources. Personally and through fellow supervisors, prepared and presented justifications for organization structure and personnel requirements to accomplish assigned cyber mission and functions. Ensured a 600 man Cyber Protection Brigade was able to conduct global cyberspace operations to deter, disrupt, and defeat the adversaries of the United States and defend its interests.

Developed and implemented the strategy for a rapid response cyber protection force capable of defending key Department of Defense communication infrastructures.

Through analysis of operations requirements, standing war plans, commander’s information requirements and priorities, and technology trends within the Department of Defense Area of Responsibility (AOR), provides assessments supporting remote cyberspace operational requirements.

Conceived, developed and implemented the first ARCYBER Protection Brigade multi-million dollar virtualized cyber security range, which implemented and trained defensive and offensive cyber operation tools, resulting in the certification of 18 Cyber Protection Teams.

Program Manager for ARCYBER’s Cyber Protection Brigade, with the overall responsibility for establishment of a multi-million dollar global remote defensive cyber operations center.

Proposed several new concepts for Cyberspace and Information Operations processes, and doctrine development to ARCYBER leadership for their buy-in as required.

112th Signal Battalion, United States Army Special Operations Command (USASOC)

Jun13- Mar15

Systems Integration Officer - Served as Officer in charge for a section the organization’s operations branch. Validated the organizations readiness, Force modernization, and the integration of teams in support national and non-Department of Defense missions. Utilized available resources to execute projects designed to reduce cost and meet organizational IT Requirements. Translated strategic plans and technical guidance into objectives, strategies, and architectural guidance for a 27,000 person organization.

Kept the organization abreast of the latest technologies, trends, training techniques, and mission sets.

Lead a hand selected group of 6 junior leaders who were the subject matter experts for all communication systems in a 700 person communication organization.

Developed a way to leverage the Army's existing conventional AEHF Satellite architecture and equipment and modify it to meet Special Operations requirements.

Spearheaded the initiative to align communications teams against supported teams to build continuity and cross organization cohesion.

Wrote several memorandum of agreements (MOA) for the 112th and several other Special Operation units resulting in a clear understanding of how the 112th is utilized to support operations up to and including the National level of military operations.

Established the Cisco Recognized, USASOC School of Information Technology, focusing on teaching college level Cisco networking skills to Special Operations Communicators.

Project Manager for the procurement of a $13 million dollar Mobile Satellite Communication Entry Point.

Wrote the draft that was to become the foundation of a complete organizational realignment which included 600 personnel and over $150 million dollars in equipment.

Assisted in the network migration of a 27,000 person organization to a 69,000 person organization’s network communications infrastructure.

1st Ranger Battalion, United States Army Special Operations Command (USASOC)

Jun07- Jan13

Network/Systems/ Security Engineer -supervised and managed the operation of tactical and strategic information networks, systems, and associated administrative personnel which provided services for a 1100 person Airborne Ranger Battalion. Monitored the execution of baseline and enterprise services; set appropriate structures and processes in place to ensure delivery of C4I services. Coordinated the resolution of C4I problems and incidents within a timely manner. Identified and resolved root causes of problems that degrade delivery of essential C4I services. Submitted corrective action recommendations to higher elements, for those problems outside the organization’s ability, for resolution.

Implemented Information Assurance (IA) procedures on all Automated Information Systems (AIS).

Served as Microsoft Windows Active Directory enterprise administrator for both secret and TS/SCI networks.

Served as level 15 Cisco administrator for multiple global networks operating from the unclassified to TS/SCI security levels.

Managed Cisco UCM with 2000+ VoIP end users.

Planned and implemented Local Area Networks as well as performed configuration management.

Served as the Primary COMSEC custodian, managed a Top Secret COMSEC account with over 150 line items.

Worked as the lead engineer in which I designed and completed a $500,000 communications room upgrade, and implemented the complete virtualization of all network servers using VMware with less than %1 downtime.

Oversaw the delivery of required IM/IT services including Automation, Communication Systems and System Support, and Information Assurance.

75th Ranger Regimental Headquarters, United States Army Special Operations Command (USASOC)

Dec03- Jan07

Chief Satellite Network Planner and Director - Served as Officer in charge of a 20 person satellite communications section. Provided technical leadership on projects, to include; scope management, cost analysis, technical review, design, test and implementation, and quality assurance. Formulated approaches for operators, to be used in satellite system programming, training, and planning. Managed all global satellite communications for the 3,200 person organization.

Was part of the planning, development, and testing committee which, while working with other Special Missions units, helped to develop the Joint Medium Data Rate Terminal (JMET) which was adopted by U.S Army Special Operations Command and was later re-designated the SOCOM Data Node (SDN).

Used knowledge of satellite communications to help build a communications infrastructure for the 75th Ranger Regiment. This allowed the organization to provide their own secure high data rate communications organically and improved their ability to support the nation’s quick reaction force during contingency operations.

First to deploy into combat with Global Communication Systems (GCS) satellite terminal with imbedded iDirect TDMA modem to further refine and improve the system and ensure it met the requirements to support Special Operations missions.

112th Signal Battalion, United States Army Special Operations Command (USASOC)

Jun01- Dec03

Tactical Satellite Systems Team Chief - Led a 5 person satellite system team. Providing satellite communications links using the AN/TSC 93 Satellite Terminal. Installed, operated, maintained and repaired communications transmission systems, sub-systems and components. Generated configuration documentation (e.g.; cutsheets) for analog/digital signal conditioning equipment and wireless transmission systems.

Selected by the 112th command, to be first tactical satellite team in USASOC to move forward into Baghdad and provide high bandwidth data communication services in support of command, control, communications, computers, and intelligence up to the Top Secret level.

Technical Skills

Experienced in Cyber personnel management and implementation.

Trained in defensive Cyber operations and mitigation techniques.

Experienced in IT personnel management and directing multiple aspects of communications infrastructures.

Experienced in VMWare installation, configuration, and virtualized infrastructure management.

Experienced in troubleshooting administration issues across multiple domains and Enterprises.

Experienced in troubleshooting/resolving networking issues on Local Area (LAN) Networks and Wide Area Networks (WAN).

Experienced in configuring Cisco Switches/Routers/Voice over Internet Protocol (VOIP) Telephones.

Managed Windows NT/2000/2003/2008 Server Administration, User Manager and Active Directory 2000/2003/2008.

Proficient in the programming and operation of numerous HAPIE complaint hardware encryption devices.

Proficient on Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, and Windows 2000 operating systems.

Certifications

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (428066)

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CSCO11231928)

Cisco VoIP Professional Certification (642-432)

SANS GAIC GSEC Security Essentials

Ixia Perfect Storm (Breaking Point)

VMware Certified Professional (91109)

CompTIA Security+ (COMP001008707085)

Education & Background

Currently attending the SANs GAIC Cyber Talent Academy (SEC503 Network intrusion Detection, SEC504 Incident Handling) Graduate 09June16

Associates of Science Degree with a Major in Business (Excelsior College)

Ixia Breaking Point

Certified Ethical Hacker

Cyber Core Prep

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Electronic and Information Security Level 1 (Technical Integration Facility)

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

U.S Army Network Management Technician Warrant Officer Advanced Course

Joint C4I/Cyber Staff And Operations Course

Supporting users running Windows XP Desktop operating systems

Plan, Implement, and Maint. a Microsoft Ser. 2003 Active Directory Infrastructure

VMware vSphere 4

U.S Army Local COMSEC Management Software Course (LCMS)

U.S Army Standardized COMSEC Custodian Course (SCCC)

L-3 VSAT Satellite Communication Troubleshooting Course

Windows 2003 Security course

Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server

Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003

U.S Army Network Management Technician Warrant Officer Basic Course

Global Broadcast Service Ground Receive Suite Operator Course

IDirect Tech. Satellite Hub and VSAT Install, Operate, and Maintenance course.

U.S Army Satellite Communications Operator/Maintainer Course

Awards and Honors

Military decorations include: Bronze Star (5th Award), Meritorious Service Medal (5th Award) Army Commendation Medal (5th Award), Presidential Unit Citation (2nd Award), Combat Action Badge, Master Parachutist Badge, Ranger Tab.

References:

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