Manager Air Force

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CEDRIC PRICE SR, MBA ******.*******@*****.***

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Virginia Beach, VA 23452

Senior Program /IT Project Manager

Operations Turnaround – Relationship Building – Project Management EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Senior Program/IT Project Manager with deep experience in leading and training organizations ranging from 100 to 1,500 personnel, including strategic planning, operations, training (internal/external), quality assurance, planning, programming, budget execution and management, and logistics. Superior facilitator and organizational acumen skills. Advanced skills in project management and cyber-portfolio management, building training plans, collecting data, and cross- department and agency collaboration. Expertise in multi-national cyber-weapons within high-profile environments, e.g. working with commercial liaisons and domestic governments.

Managed major 4-year, $500M IT Software Weapons program with 2,500 subordinates with Department of Defense, civilian and other commercial defense contractors. Provides leadership and direction to subordinate staff and/or supervisors in financial management of resources and delivered services. Applies EEO principles and requirements to all personnel and management and decisions.

Serves as Project Manager, with responsibility for the overall management, control, coordination, and execution of assigned projects. Manages the assigned projects in accordance with the Program/Project Management Plans that are approved for the projects. Recommends task assignments among various US Navy personnel with respect to procuring, reviewing, indexing, and utilization of required documentation to satisfy legal and regulatory requirements related to projects. Estimates human resource requirements, monitors compliance, performs quality assurance checks, and troubleshoots problems.

Senior Project Manager with an (eligible) Top Secret/SCI (last used 2019) thirty years of experience supervising, training and managing military personnel coupled with extensive expertise problem-solving, critical thinking and collaborating with teams, and implementing protocols and practices. Knowledge of business, industrial management, contracting procedures, technical concepts, and production practices to evaluate contractor proposals and activities. Plans, develops, coordinates and implements processes and procedures related to management systems for projects managed within the Hampton Roads Area.

Assigned programs which include physical, electronic and cyber security systems; utility monitoring and control systems; ranges and training lands management; energy privatization and competitive sourcing; energy analysis, validation, and execution; facility and utility operation, maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, and demolition; furnishings; Information Technology Systems (IT), medical facility operation, maintenance, repair, and transition; and planning and programming services. Support the planning, resourcing, synchronization and integration of sensitive, compartmented programs to counter threat networks that employ disruptive technologies. Directs implementation of multi-departmental, large scale projects ranging from $1 million to $35 million in budget including team sizes from 20-175 people. Managed risk along multiple lines in decision making, while meeting the vision of senior leadership.

Assist with budgeting, tracking budget programs and, provides information, explains application of education or training regulations and career program, and resolves problems for employees within and outside of the organization. skills.

Develops the weapon system policy, procedures, and readiness requirements, develops and provides policy guidance and direction to NAF, wings, and units.

Ensures the weapon system concerns, issues and support requirements are documented in ACC programs.

Oversees cradle-to-grave Organize, Train and Equip (OT&E) of the weapon system, oversees the development, fielding, operations, and sustainment of weapon system capabilities consistent with Air Force Doctrine and its assigned operational missions.

Provide the primary link between the Weapon System Team and the training and testing community; assist with the development of Tactics, Techniques and Procedures (TTPs) and standard operating procedures (SOP) for the Weapon System validate requirements and advocate for funding.

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ImagineOne Technologies and Management NORFOLK, VA IT TECHNICAL CYBER PROJECT MANAGER 2019 –PRESENT

Scope of Authority. Responsible for assisting Senior Architecture Engineer in all procedures and actions for the delivery of all US Navy shipyard software environments. Knowledgeable in areas concerning Navy Risk Management Framework (RMF) lifecycle Information Cybersecurity requirements and Information System Assessment and Authorization (A&A).

• Provide full life cycle support for the development, delivery and sustainment of the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) Navy Risk Management Framework (RMF) life cycle, ensuring systems receive and maintain authorization. The ISSE will provide independent assessments, reviews and implementation guidance for Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of the Navy (DON) acquisition, financial and Information Technology (IT) policies, laws and regulations.

• Experience with Department of Navy Authorizing Official (NAO) requirements, DON RMF specific templates, requirements, documentation, guidelines and procedures. Experience with any of the following technologies: Platform Information Technology (PIT), Cloud Computing, Information System Virtualization, etc. Assured Compliance Assessment Solution

(ACAS), DoD Host Base Security System (HBSS) and DON Vulnerability Remediation Asset Manager (VRAM). Experience with Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS). Experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) authorization packages. Knowledge of cybersecurity implementation of Sarbanes-Oxley, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), and/or Clinger-Cohen Act requirements

• Identified client strategic business objectives, operational goals, support PMO IT roles and responsibilities and authored 124 policies. Developed 29 instructions and 51 program documents for Risk Management Framework. Experience in all computer security and DoD Information Assessment & Authorization policies, DoD information security policies, relevant federal and private standards, requirements, Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), National Institute of Standards

(NIST) policies, Committee for National Security Systems (CNSS) policies, DoD/DON Communications Task Orders (CTO’s, TASKORD’s), and DoD Cybersecurity Vulnerability Messages (IAVM’s). ACC US AIR FORCE ICF-LLC HAMPTON, VA

LEAD WEAPON SYSTEM PROJECT MANAGER 2018 – 2019

Scope of Authority. Responsible for performing, evaluating intelligence and forensic data for possible integration into the weapon system Coordinates weapon system requirements with applicable MAJCOM functional managers and Requirement Leads as well as HAF functional managers.

• Manages all weapon system programs that function on the AFNET/AFNET-S, monitors performance of the weapon system’s systems to identify positive/negative trends and the ability of current systems to meet mission needs. Resolves deficiencies impacting operations or system performance to include security-related deficiencies, next MAJCOM SME for weapon system missions and functions. Operational interface for weapon system with System Program Offices and Air Staff, Twenty-Fourth Air Force interface for weapon system, NATO and allied interface for weapon system missions and functions.

• Monitors status of weapon system missions, forces and capabilities to ensure compliance with operational standards, command lead on weapon system issues, chairs Training Planning Teams for operational capabilities. Reviews and analyzes operational data pertaining to the weapon system to ensure corrective actions are initiated, negotiates and determines viable solutions to make deals work while balancing high credit quality OR Provides work direction to a team of Loan Documentation Specialists, ensuring units work is completed on time and accurately by planning, coordinating and monitoring daily activities.

• Assists in the development and maintenance of applicable concepts for the weapon system’s programs, assists in Capabilities Based Assessment (CBA), Initial Capabilities Document (ICD), and Capabilities Development Document (CDD) Development, Captures operational needs and capability gaps. Coordinates with MAJCOM Requirements Lead to collect and advocate ACC requirements for the weapon system as well as standardized AF the weapon system and training. Provide Division level Cyber expertise and daily continuity for the O-6 Division Chief, O-5 Branch Chief and deputies. Track, review and process performance reports and awards programs. DoD US NORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD PORTSMOUTH, VA

ACCOUNT MANAGER/PROGRAM AND MANAGEMENT ANALYST 2016-2018 Scope of Authority. Responsible for the full process of establishing the IPB U.S account in the core processor, processing entitlement changes and supporting the established maintenance and quality control process for the unit.

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• assigned projects. Manages the assigned projects in accordance with the Program/Project Management Plans that are approved for the projects. Recommends task assignments among various Shipyard personnel with respect to procuring, reviewing, indexing, and utilization of required documentation to satisfy legal and regulatory requirements related to projects. Estimates human resource requirements, monitors compliance, performs quality assurance checks, and troubleshoots problems. Employee incorporates lessons learned from the management of the specific activities into contract documents for future contract solicitations.

• As Assistant Lead Integrated Staffing Plan Advisor- Assist in evaluating system capabilities and program cost effectiveness according to fiscal parameters and measurements. This will include assessing costs for accuracy and reasonableness and identifying potential alternatives. Designs and conducts management surveys and research projects, and/or studies; and provides advisory services of a wide variety of substantive issues, with extensive scope and impact throughout a complex organization(s) with interrelated processes and functions. Knowledge of project management methodologies.

• Experience in planning, organizing and developing new or modified work methods, organizational structures, management processes, or program administration procedures. Ability to research, collect and analyze pertinent organizational data and information to justify any changes or recommendations with regard to program directives. Preparing detail plans, budgets/costing, and schedules for assigned programs and/or participates with management in manpower/fiscal planning. Providing support and advice on reprogramming of manpower/funds and their level due to changes in workload and/or mission.

DEFENSE LOGISITICS AGENCY PORTSMOUTH, VA

SUPPLY PROJECT MANAGER 2015 – 2016

Scope of Authority. Performs as Project Supply Manager at Defense Logistics Agency. Monitor, track and ensure all costs are within budget and deliverables are completed early or meet critical deadlines that support Norfolk Naval Shipyard.

• Plans, develops, coordinates and implements processes and procedures related to management systems for projects managed within the Huntsville Center. Assigned programs may include physical, electronic and cyber security systems; utility monitoring and control systems; ranges and training lands management; energy privatization and competitive sourcing; energy analysis, validation, and execution; facility and utility operation, maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, and demolition; furnishings; Information Technology Systems (IT), medical facility operation, maintenance, repair, and transition; and planning and programming services.

• Responsible for direct support of customer requirements generated by industrial customers. Access various automated supply systems and paper requests for issuing/tracking/researching of material requests/movement within the industrial activity related to due-ins from receipt, material storage, issuing, or re-warehousing actions. Ensure all paperwork is properly routed, completed and correctly filed in a timely manner. Review daily reports and take appropriate actions in support of urgent, critical or high priority items, and projects which can affect work stoppage and/or availability schedules, as requested by other IA site personnel.

• Ability to research, analyze and conduct studies. Responsible for ensuring material support for the production, overhaul and repair of a wide variety of complex maintenance schedules and end items. Completing unusually complicated or difficult supply transactions due to its nonstandard or unpredictable nature; involves deviations from established support plans and processes; and usually involves new or constantly changing deadlines. Performs support by utilizing various supply systems

(e.g. MAT/MRP II, WEBFLIS, MRQT, DSS, ARK) to perform inquiry research, and distribution functions pertaining to DLA and military service owned material and processes.

DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY NORFOLK, VA

CONTROL VERIFICATION BRANCH CHIEF 2014-2015

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Scope of Authority. Performs as Project Branch Supply Manager at Defense Logistics Agency. Monitor, track and ensure all costs are within budget and deliverables are completed early or meet critical deadlines that support Norfolk Naval Shipyard.

• Assess risks and cross-impacts for reported issues ensuring that controls are created and maintained for risks. Lead, assess and Responsible for verification of control property materials available on and off-site. Review Local Stock Numbers for verification and certification on a daily basis with multiple work sites. The information provided includes but is not limited to item identification, inventory control, material accountability and transaction reconciliation. In depth knowledge of tools available both automated and manual in supply systems to research assets coming into the system and available within the system. Knowledge of Supply Distribution functions (to include Hazardous Materials and Inventory Management).

• Ability to research, analyze and conduct studies. Knowledge of supervisory/managerial competencies including professionalism, leadership, teamwork, oral and written communication, strategic focus, responsibility and accountability and innovation and initiative, customer service and resource stewardship. Analyzes project progress/costs and facilitates the development of recommended alternatives. Integrates and uses project management methodologies. Creates communication plans, ensuring that appropriate information is exchanged among key stakeholders. Advises senior management on project management capability and risk. Maintains awareness on emerging technologies and project management techniques.

• Provide solutions through a variety of analytics and troubleshooting tasks. Completing unusually complicated or difficult supply transactions due to its nonstandard or unpredictable nature; involves deviations from established support plans and processes; and usually involves new or constantly changing deadlines. Performs support by utilizing various supply systems

(e.g. MAT/MRP II, WEBFLIS, MRQT, DSS, ARK) to perform inquiry research, and distribution functions pertaining to DLA and military service owned material and processes.

SYSTEK TECHNOLOGIES HUNTSVILLE, AL

SENIOR PRINCIPLE SYSTEMS ENGINEER 2013-2014

Scope of Authority. Performs support in the form of requirements, testing, and infrastructure assessments, planning, and implementation for a USAF ISR command and control system. Provide technical and managerial support to the Operations Functional Area Manager (FAM) Readiness.

• Lead Systems Engineer and worked as part of a team of subject matter experts for Tactical Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities, system integration, network design and administration, and to provide a comprehension of the latest associated commercial technologies to aid the Government as it provides enhanced ISR solutions.

• Communicate technical information clearly and concisely for a variety of government customers. Conduct missile defense system requirements development and flow-down assessments. Conduct technical weapon system reviews and observe missile defense system designs and performance. Assess defense system production processes and readiness. Develop briefing materials to support technical meetings and discussion. Independently develop and manage special projects as assigned by government customers. Work independently with minimal input from customers. Orchestrated activities of functional specialists including contracting, engineering, manufacturing, program control, configuration/data management, test, and logistics. Continually study, review and evaluate program progress.

• Plans, organizes, directs, and controls the project/program to ensure all contractual obligations are fulfilled, quality standards are met, and associated expectations of performance are achieved. Transferred files and other documents in support of DCGS by populating meta data to storage through Unicorn Software. Review, develop and prepare Concept of Operations (CONOPs), conceptual operational plans, and proper execution of Weapon System process execution. Systems requirement experience, test management and/or support experience, specifically of systems with data movement and storage requirements. Knowledge and experience with DCGS or major command and control systems, such as USAF DCGS. Knowledge of DoD and USAF requirements processes and funding processes EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

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Visual Awareness Technologies Inc. (VATC), ISR Systems Analyst, 2012-2013, Tampa, FL Science Applications Information Corporation (SAIC), ISR Operations Analyst 2010-2012, Hampton, VA Naval Special Warfare Group II/Seal Team FOUR, 2007-2010, Lead OPS Chief Virginia Beach, VA Naval Brig Norfolk Regional Jail Hampton Roads, 2004-2007, Lead OPS Chief Norfolk, VA USS George Washington CVN-73, 2002-2004, Leading First Class Petty Officer Norfolk, VA USS Stout DDG-55, 1998-2002, Lead Harpoon Weapons/Manpower Manager Norfolk, VA EDUCATION/TRAINING/CERTIFICATION

Enrolled in CISSP Course 2020

CySA+ Certified 2020

Cyber Threat Intelligence Certificate 2020

Vram Manager Training 2020

Service SIAM Manager 2019

Civilian Cybersecurity Familiarization Course 2018 Cybersecurity Security Awareness Certification SA11502700 2018 Strayer University, Management and Strategic Management 2016 MBA in Business Management, Area of focus: Project Management St. Leo University, Criminal Studies 2013

HONORS

Promoted to IT Technical Manager (1) 2020

Promoted to Program Manager IV (1) 2018

US Fleet Forces/NAVSEA Award (2) 2017

DLA Bonus Performance Award (2) 2016

SAIC Bonus Performance Award (3) 2014

Navy and Marine Corp Commendation Medal (2) 2010

Navy and Marine Corp Achievement Medal (5) 2009

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