JACOB W. RAMSEY
Summerville, S.C. 29483
****.******@*****.***
Professional with a clean and clear background check and SCDMV driving record along with a currently active DOD (Department of Defense) and DOS (Department of State) Secret Security Clearance offering 5 years of physical security, aircraft communications and surveillance services in the military sector. Managed risk along multiple lines to oversee and assist projects / equipment valued at over $3M while meeting the vision of senior leadership. Possesses a comprehensive background in leadership, strategic planning, and tactical operations derived from 4 years of experience in United States Army Special Operations Command (USASOC). Trained and operated with the most elite military forces in the world in counterterrorism methods in support of Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF). Passionate about the welfare of others and providing operational integrity of an organization. Assisting in meeting and exceeding current goals. Proven ability to work at the highest levels of functionality in diverse, high-risk environments. Continues to exceed the expectations and standards through transitioning into the civilian employment. Career is supported by certification in United States Army Ranger Assessment Selection Program with hard copy of military document DD214.
Physical Fitness
Tactical Operation Procedures
Intelligence Collection
Searches/ Seizures
Positive Target Identification
Risk Assessment
Detainee Handling
Weapon Handling/
Marksmanship
Oral/Written Communication
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Harris / Thales Communication Equipment Radios, Jamming Systems, AN-PRC 113 DAGR GPS System, Harris 117F / G and 152 radios, Harris 117F radio, Thales PRC 178 MBITR radio, HPW communications, KYK-13, Telecommunications equipment, Fiber optic troubleshooting/testing/installing, completion build of RFS / CommScope and Andrews antennas / 3G/4G telecommunication radios / Microsoft Excel / Microsoft Power point / Microsoft Word / ATC Lite RET control set /Anritsu PIM/Sweep / JDSU Fiber optic along with ODM test equipment / Sunsight Antenna Alignment Tool
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
TowerComm July 2013 to Present
Crew Lead-Foreman Tower Climber/Rescuer Raleigh, NC
Telecommunications Operator
Proficient in Special projects, requiring to fabricate cables, fiber test and run RF jumpers to new allocated PCS (1900) locations
Familiar with SMARTLaptop integrations as well as manual integrations and loading scripts to the proper DUS
Numerous AWS builds and site preps completed to exceed the standard
Designated to establish on air PCS, full AWS and LTE sites with Verizon
Familiarized with part number and serial numbers with Ericsson equipment and furnishings to quickly sign and install new sites
Completed numerous site walks with Ericsson and VZW personnel to ensure the establishment of future AWS/PCS sites.
Proficient in adhering to OSHA standards and regulations while performing climbs and rescues at dangerous heights between 100-400ft.
Responsible for the leadership of a four man crew and maintaining over $100k worth of company equipment
Verizon AWS and Sprint 2.5/65mHz Certified
Install/troubleshoot/decommissioned 3G/4G LTE Ericsson Sprint, Alcutel-Lucent Sprint, and AT&T hybrid fiber optic reels, RFS and Andrews antennas and radio equipment.
Responsible for safely completing and overseeing an entire cellular site in the allotted time with no alarm reports and quality assurance.
Well qualified in Anritsu PIM/Sweep along with ODM/JDSU fiber optic testing, cleaning and handling along with BYRD testing coax jumpers for validity and frequency standards.
Certified from Axxess Connect Gravitech communication and safety training in Denver, CO.
Responsible for closeout packets via Microsoft Excel email attachments and phone meetings.
Safely performing hoisting and rigging with rope pulley system to install antennas/radios and mount them on the tower, along with professionally dressing lines and fibers exceeding the market standards of the cellular market
Familiarized with grounding wire and power distribution with 100% fiber/power link-ups to have the completed site on air for 4G use.
SAIC (Science Applications International Corporation) Hanahan, SC Engineer Tech II/Logistician/Mechanic Assembler III/Electronic Technician III Jan 2012 – July 2013
Fluently trained in (VIS) software to conduct inventory of large government shipments valued up to $500K and close/open work orders for government hardware and communication equipment
Adhere to DLA (Defense Logistics Agency) standards and familiar with government contracts and policies
Maintain accountability of $500K worth of government materials that are transported overseas and to additional warehouses in South Carolina
Installed, troubleshot and integrated radio equipment including wiring, programming and jamming with minor satellite communications
MILITARY EXPERIENCE
U.S. Army Special Operations Command
3rd Ranger Battalion 75th Ranger Regiment Ft. Benning, GA
Infantry Ranger / Forward Observer / Radio Telephone Operator Aug 2007 – Nov 2011
Emplaced and maintained the operation of laser range finders, target designation and night observation devices
Provided technical and tactical knowledge to support operations by preparing target lists; displayed tactical and technical knowledge in assisting in formulating offensive and defensive fire support plans
Established, maintained and operated radio communications and speech security equipment; encoded and decoded messages to ensure communication security (COMSEC) for the organization
Completed tedious training which involved jumping from airplanes, close quarters combat techniques, shoot houses/room clearing, live fires, heavy weapons ranges, 24 + hour days, land navigation, fast roping, fixed and rotary wing transportation, breaching techniques, 12 mile ruck marches, positively identifying targets
Performed 3 Joint Operation Ranger Training Cycles (JORTC); 4 years Special Operations training consisting of night/day reconnaissance, night/day raids, call for fire’s, marksmanship drills, battle drills, radio drills, airfield seizures, patrols, security, Intelligence Surveillance Reconnaissance (ISR) classes/drills, target registration and aerial asset munitions classes
3 Deployments to Afghanistan for the safe completion of combat operations in the Operation Enduring Freedom
Conducted 100+ convoy security patrols, route reconnaissance/surveillance and quick reaction force for the greater Kabul area Afghanistan; analyzed terrain and combat strength to identify ambush sites and mission critical capabilities
Assisted senior managers and mid - managers in planning and preparation of combat missions; advised on directives/initiatives in support of a 40+ personnel platoon ensuring safety and mission success were achieved
Qualified by Ranger Assessment Selection Program (RASP) with an Expert Marksman Rating with M - 4 and Beretta M - 93
Relayed updates to and from the ISR (Intelligence Surveillance Reconnaissance) updates via Harris 117G/117F Radios from air assets to the Ground Force Commander (GFC); tracked battle and observing targets of opportunity while keeping situational awareness in support of OEF
Controlled flight deck with C-17, AC-130 gunship and numerous rotary winged aircraft
Familiar with monitoring, controlling and establishing SATCOM (Satellite Communications)
Monitored communication traffic of two radios for 40 people while simultaneously conducting night combat operations to keep aircraft updated on operational situations
Conducted over 80 combat missions to seize 100+ High Valued Individuals (HVI) and disrupt Taliban scheme and maneuvers by dismantling nearly all Improvised Explosive Device (IED) operations in Southern Afghanistan
Maintained 100% accountability and maintenance of over $500K worth of government cryptographic items
Analyzed risk of terrain, personnel and mission directives for individual situations; tasked to solve a wide range of problems from camp security, guard duty and maintenance of vehicles to ensure streamline outpost operations
Controlled ISR platforms, allocation of sensor plans, working up Concept of Fires (COF) for the Warning Order of the mission Establishing Helicopter Landing Zones (HLZ’s) for insertion/extraction of the task force
Established MEDIVAC HLZ (Medical evacuation/extraction Helicopter Landing Zone) for friendly soldier wounded in action Conducted over 90 night raid combat missions along with 3 day raids with Afghan Commandos and United States Army Special Forces brigade
Conducted rear security for Afghan Commandos to ensure continuity of operations by providing situational awareness to local nationals by providing updates of air assets and movement
EDUCATION / TRAINING
Currently enrolled and pursuing a BA in Business Leadership at Ashford University
U.S. Army, Basic Training Course, Ft. Sill, OK
U.S. Army Advance Individual Training, Ft. Sill, OK
U.S. Army, Airborne School, Ft. Benning, GA
U.S. Army, Ranger Indoctrination Program, Ft. Benning, GA
Ranger Regimental Master Breaching Course, Ft. Benning, GA
Ranger Advanced Marksmanship Program, Ft. Benning, GA
Summerville High School, High School Diploma, Summerville, SC in 2006
CERTIFICATIONS
Combat Life Saver Course
Defensive Drivers Course
Level 1 Combative Course
Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Posture / Sensor Task Course
Brevity Terms Course
Radio Etiquette Course
Ranger First Responder
Adult/Child/Infant CPR AED Medical Certification
First Aid Medical Certification
ComTrain Certification
RF Awareness Certification
OSHA 10 Certification
Sprint 2.5/65mHz Certification
Verizon AWS Certification
AWARDS
Honorable Discharge
Army Commendation Medal
Joint Service Achievement Medal
Army Achievement Medal
Afghanistan Campaign Medal
National Defense Service Medal
Global War on Terrorism Medal
Airborne Jump Wings Foreign Jump Wings (Australia)
German Expert Marksmanship Badge
Expert Marksmanship Badge