Information Security Officer
Resume:
JOHN W. TAGGART
Kempner, TX *****
*************@*****.***
www.linkedin.com/in/john-taggart-057336aa
Summary of Qualifications
Transitioning military officer with experience and expertise in all facets of information technology, in a fast-paced environment working with diverse personalities. Well versed in cyber security, networking, and information technology management. An adaptive program and project manager with over 20 years of experience solving complex problems for the United States Department of Defense. A results-focused professional with demonstrated skills in a team environment involving problem solving, strong communication, functional analysis, and a multi-dimensional approach. Instrumental in streamlining and improving processes, enhancing productivity, and implementing technological solutions. Possess current DoD TOP SECRET SCI Clearance with CI Polygraph.
•CompTIA Security+ • Project Management • Organizational Leadership
•Microsoft Windows 10 • Training & Mentorship • Network Administration
•Microsoft Office • Management • Information Security
Employment History
Chief of Automation Management Office January 2020 – December 2020
U.S. Army, Fort Hood, Texas
Managed a multigenerational and diverse Automations Division of twenty-seven employees that provided automations, communications security, and information security support to more than 30,000 soldiers and civilians. Areas of emphasis included help desk management, automations lifecycle, communications infrastructure procurement, and information system security.
•Advised the Chief Information Officer on all aspects of automations management and communications security support, which provided a common operational picture across the enterprise.
•Directed the planning and execution of system vulnerability patching across multiple networks, including over 10,000 computer systems, resulting in 99% completion within one week.
•Planned, coordinated, and executed the lifecycle replacement of 20% of the corporate headquarters automations equipment, ensuring no loss of availability of information or systems.
Chief Information Officer July 2017 – January 2020
U.S. Army, Fort Hood, Texas
Directed a multigenerational, diverse Information Technology Division of twenty-one employees that provided automations and information security, satellite and radio communications, and telephone support to approximately 1,000 soldiers and civilians. Areas of emphasis included help desk management, automations infrastructure procurement, information system security, detailed communications project planning and execution.
•Advised senior management on all aspects of information management and security, across multiple countries and continents, which provided a common operational picture across the enterprise.
•Planned and executed the procurement of over $500,000 of automations and system infrastructure equipment, replacing obsolete equipment and expanding capability across three networks.
•Planned, coordinated, and executed multiple large-scale exercises, providing reliable communications in arduous conditions from multiple countries, continents, and natural disasters.
Coach, Trainer July 2015 – July 2017
U.S. Army, Fort Irwin, California
Advised, coached, and mentored organization Information Technology Managers on executive level architecture, voice and data networks, enterprise services support, Cyber Security, and satellite and radio communications techniques. Provided feedback through formal and informal meetings and submitted recommendations for improvement in the areas of doctrine, training, leader development, organization, material, techniques, and procedural development. Collected, analyzed, disseminated trends and lessons learned and maintained a dialogue with the United States Army Signal Center, other Combat Training Centers and Active and National Guard Units.
•Coached 20 IT staff sections on best practices across all facets of information technology.
•Mentored over 100 senior administrators and executive directors. Provided career guidance and best practices from across the enterprise.
•Briefed Chief Information Officers of foreign militaries on information technology best practices, techniques, and procedures.
Education and Training
Bachelor’s Degree, Political Science, University of Vermont
Certificate, CompTIA Security+, Ft Hood, TX
Certificate, Project Management Professional, Central Texas College
Certificate, Joint Cyber Operations Planners Course, Ft. Meade, MD
Graduate, Intermediate Level Education, U.S. Army, FT. Leavenworth KS
Graduate, Signal Captain Career Course, U.S. Army, FT Gordon, GA
Graduate, Basic Officer Course, U.S. Army, FT Gordon, GA
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