Business Development Systems Engineering

Robert A. Bova

**** ******** **** *******, ** ***76

520-***-**** ********@*****.***

Objective: CIO, CTO VP of IT

Profile

More than 34 Years Outstanding Military and Highly Successful Commercial Experience

Expert in all Aspects of Enterprise Architecture, Systems Engineering and Solutions

Architecture

Responsible For The Management of more than 100 Military and Commercial Personnel

Extensive Experience Directing, Training and Re-Engineering World-Wide, Enterprise Level Computer Networks Resulting in New Business Development and Bleeding Edge Technology

Extensive Successful Experience working with Enormous Data Centers as Large as

30,000 sf with 100,000 Servers

A Decorated Military “hero,” recipient of air medals and various recognitions, letters of appreciation and awards

Honored for bravery during overseas combat missions often chosen over more senior NCOs to represent sections at unit manpower functions

Considered an Expert in Electronic Communications including Radar and Data Systems

Successful background in training, developing, directing and conducting programs in advanced technical subjects

Experienced in reengineering computer networks for companies in diverse areas, each presenting a different IT infrastructure with unique set of challenges

Awarded 4th place overall in Air Force Specialty (career field) in Sensor Olympics program, recognized for exemplary technical performance and service

Supported NASA in upgrade of Joint Polar Satellite System designed to collect and report on oceanographic data, leading deployment and transition of new hardware and apps

A record of leading successful deployment of new systems within currently operational environments, critical during missions that required unbroken continuity

Extensive experience in Electrical Engineering in telecommunication and signal analysis equipment, as well as broadcasting and satellite systems

Particularly skilled in diagnosing and solving the most complex technical problems

Provided top quality technical and training expertise to the intelligence community, with sections standardized across the command, developing state-of-the-art programs from scratch

Honored for intellectual achievement at every school attended across a wide variety of subjects both technical and academic

Helped steer the US Army’s future information security efforts with the technical concept of operations on cutting-edge technology

Key Competencies

Project Planning / Client Relations / Process Improvement / Customer Service & Satisfaction / Policy Development / Risk Analysis / Personnel Administration / Performance Statements of Work / Governance / Strategic Planning / White Paper Writing

Major Network and Data Center Migrations / Program Management of Enterprise Architecture Contract / Change Configuration Management (ERB/CCB, Solution Architecture, APM and other Enterprise Management Systems, ClearCase, ClearQuest, Perforce) /

Hardware & Software Computer Product Evaluation & Recommendations / New Product Testing / Troubleshooting (Software/System To Component Levels)

System Environments / Databases / RF technology (SIGINT/ELINT, radar, wireless)

Program/Project Management Tools (ClearCase, ClearQuest, Perforce)

Case Review (Ops Cons) / Process Creation / Detailed Deployment Schedules of Future Releases (Work Plans/Schedule / Risk Avoidance & Mitigation Effects

SE Design on System (CODEC, Routers, IA, Networking, JEE/J2EE, ETL,ER Studio, XML Spy

IMSer / Program Requirements Management

Cisco / HP / Juniper / VOIP (Avaya) / Microsoft Windows

ARCGIS and other Mapping Systems

Complex Signals and Radar System Analysis and Processing

Highlights

Completely transformed a failing engineering training program into a new benchmark of excellence by which all courseware is measured resurrecting a program typically hit with dozens of irate inquiries on the first day

Architected and transformed a ragtag network with virtually no intra-communication capability into a world class enterprise, including design, documentation, statements of work, implementations of network, radar, and VOIP for the entire enterprise for the Air Force district of Washington

Performed the technical modifications, implementations and enhancements that successfully safeguarded networks against external threats, as Network Technical Implementation Lead on Engineering Review Board for a Fortune 100 financial giant

Authored programmatic-level engineering artifacts from scratch to satisfy congressional governance mandates for a top acquisition-level program within 30 days for Army QED Department. Created an intelligence search system capable of searching thousands of national intelligence inputs on request for sensitive data. Created a system engineering program management guide, designed training curriculum & manual, and numerous testing procedures

Working with the Cray Supercomputer, led the successful, highly complex upgrade of the U.S. Nuclear Command and Control Network in the information assurance arena with cryptological equipment supported by the National Security Agency (NSA), affording guaranteed system impenetrability

Created IT training networks for classrooms, built and installed computers and Storage Area Network (SAN), developed courseware, and advertised to customers

Provided live streaming video and radar surveillance of hostile war zone enemy combatants to ensure troop safety during the Iraq war, conducted training and maintenance enabled obliteration of IEDs, the explosive devices known for inflicting a large proportion of military casualties, saving countless lives

Restored a long-neglected national $600M ACAT1 program with modernized training techniques to improve the intelligence community’s collection, processing and analytical capabilities over the next decade

Career History

As Owner/Operator of my own business Oct 2015-present

Outstanding Systems Engineering - Hanover, MD Oct 2015-present

Owner

Incorporating my own business, developing business plan, writing novel (how to document on systems engineering), provide corp-to-corp contracting services, CIO/CTO services, Enterprise Architecture services, Leadership, Lead Systems Engineering services

As Federal Government Contractor

APEX Systems - Columbia, MD Sept-Oct 2015

Network Technical Implementation / Systems Engineering Lead

Ensured submission of all applications, hardware and subnets through the review process to add to Capital One’s massive network infrastructure

SNI - Rockville, MD Jan-Oct 2014

Principle Systems Engineer

Supported Fannie Mae in implementation of over 160 Cisco servers into virtual network (VMWare, Windows) and SAN

Raytheon IIS – Riverdale, MD May-Oct 2013

MST Deployment and Transition Lead, aka Service Delivery Manager

Filled in as MST Lead (3rd from top) on Cisco, Juniper, and HP ground systems of JPSS weather satellite system

Hired new ground systems engineers for ramp-up

Determined multiple release program impact to personnel and customer from end software development through delivery

QED Systems - Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD / Sierra Vista, AZ 2011 – 2012

Principal Systems Engineer/Lead Systems Engineer

Led tiger teams to present courses of action to Design Team

Served as XO to Chief Systems Engineer of Design Team, determining functionality in next iteration of functional baseline of new and legacy system (Cisco, Juniper, HP, Hadoop, VOIP, VMWare, custom software, national intelligence inputs)

Program Manager for public-private-personal distinct security investigation

Relocated out of state to lead a joint Mantech/QED team as onsite SAN Lead, Scrum Master, Program Manager, and Liaison Officer with Government PMO

Facilitated changeover from ACAT III to ACAT I with professional program-level artifacts, implementing vision, guidance, and processes where none existed, and steered over the next 15 years in IT, SIGINT, and RM

Logistics Systems Inc. - Washington, DC 2009 – 2011

Enterprise Architect/Principal Network Engineer

Designed and implemented WAN core to unify the Air Force District with entire network in DC area

Analyzed and translated network architecture into engineering artifacts and created MS Visio drawings

Selected to join a new organization (capabilities and integration) for MAJCOM

Designed the Government Network Operations Center with Web-based dashboard of critical network operations information

Consolidated a poorly managed network of two bases and multiple offsite locations into a true enterprise, as Program Manager for multiple technical tasks, including network architecture, SOA, emerging technology, layer 3 upgrades, and WAN core creation with multiple protocols

Minerva Engineering - Linthicum, MD Sept-Dec 2009

Principal Systems Engineer

Provided information assurance (crypto gear) for new system in development for secure communications during wartime

Enabled customer to move forward with time-sensitive program by providing unique communications expertise in a national-level system designed to ensure the safety of the American people

Mantech – Chantilly, VA Aug-Dec 2008

Field Communications Engineer/Analyst

Chose site location, configured, performed troubleshooting and training, maintained, tore down and moved an entire mobile US Army surveillance system including rapid aerostat initial deployment, and photo, radar, and computer equipment

Designated to take over as Program Manager for entire Iraqi theatre

Provided optimal maintenance and 24-hour support to ensure uninterrupted operations against insurgents

Systems Integration Inc. - Landover, MD Apr-Aug 2008

Strategic Network Engineer

Configured rack design for two of six pieces of the Air Force District of Washington (AFDW) network

Created Excel spreadsheets to record details from IP address, NetBIOS name, equipment make/model, and rack positions

Formulated IT Contingency plan for AFDW WAN including enterprise-level SAN, integrating with current base continuity of operations (COOP) plans and disaster recovery (DR) plan

Established engineering standards to ensure the smooth continuity of computer resources

Compass Information Systems – Millersville, MD Jun-Dec 2007

Senior Systems Engineer/Director of Training

Led combined team to build and install the COMPASS lab and test facility

Participated in installation of all servers including HP Itainiums and Dell 2650s

Developed a training business by contacting governmental agencies at all levels (federal, state, local) and applying to automated purchasing system

Developed a Master Training guide on classroom management

Created new functionality for the business where none existed before, expanding future profitability

NavStar - Falls Church, VA Jan-Dec 2006

PMAA Technical Training Manager / Systems Integrator

Program Manager for rolling training courses, divided into 10 releases, each requiring its own training

Created a new government computer program for National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency

Systems Integrator / Program Manager (CIA)

Designed search engine application for use across dozens of networks

Northrop Grumman - Annapolis Junction, MD 2004 - 2005

System Engineer 4

Program Manager for 10 National Cryptologic School courses on electronic and foreign instrumentation signals totaling over 2,000 course hours

Ensured contractor met milestones and contractual obligations

Ensured all course deliverables on time, on budget, and in correct format

Lead Engineer/Subject Matter Expert in support of NSA National Cryptologic School

Chosen by Government Program Manager to lead training section of FIS acquisition/technical modernization program

Directly benefitted the Intelligence community with new state-of-the-art collection, processing and analysis system, replacing an antiquated dinosaur

Sytex – Ft. Meade, MD 2001 – 2004

Senior Associate 2 (Systems Engineer)

Supported new national-level CI/HUMINT effort

Delivered direct benefits to US Army intelligence community in improving homeland security

Designed and built several networks, including 23 computer clients

Tested new products in the field by building and simulating operational domains/environments

Authored instructional handbooks on technical issues for use by end-user customer

Provided complete highly technical yet comprehensible instructions on state-of-the-art training system, including a wartime version with protective plastic casing

World Savings - San Antonio, TX 2000 – 2001

Senior Computer Analyst (non-contractor work)

- Analyzed new hardware/software computer products for use by other departments within the company. Determined compatibility based on current configuration. Recommended hardware/software to other departments. Tested new products in Tech Lab by simulating operational domain controllers and evaluating results. Rewired entire computer lab, to CAT5 RJ-45 T568A standard. IMPACT: Determined which high-tech upgrades best fit the business architecture, improving the company’s competitiveness in the tight global finance industry.

- Continued

Raytheon Systems Co. - Hohenfels, Germany 1999 – 2000

Senior Electronic Technician

Operated unique simulation software of the Instrumentation System (IS) designed to build unique combat battle scenarios for US military and NATO troops

Served as Video Production Specialist to assist and train U.S. Military and NATO personnel

Maintained, operated, installed, modified, integrated and repaired a variety of broadcast and communication equipment, including fiber optic-based data networks

Tested and performed maintenance on complex broadcast systems and sub-systems

Utilized a variety of test equipment in complicated repairs and alignments of CMTC mission-critical equipment, including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, vectorscopes, and waveform monitors

Provided NATO and US Army with a state-of-the-art training “laser tag”-like environment, ensuring realistic exercises and lifelike impact, enabling soldiers to monitor movements from theater trucks

Military Work Experience 1983 – 2009 (retired)

US Air Force / US Air Force Reserves

MSgt Rank - various locations

Electronic Intelligence Exploitation Technician

Primary User and Account Manager of $3.1 million state-of-the-art electronic monitoring equipment

Assistant Project Manager of 200+ ECM systems each year

Superintendent of Systems Analysis Division

Managed 100+ military and civilian personnel

Education

Colorado Technical University Online 2005

BS – Business Administration of Information Technology - GPA 3.93 Summa Cum Laude

Community College of the Air Force 1992

AAS - Communication Technology (Intelligence Collection) - GPA 4.0

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