PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Experienced professional with a strong background in data
operations, IT, and financial management. Demonstrated expertise in leading, mentoring, and educating military and civilian members in the field of cyber operations and IT command. Possesses a Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI designation. Proven track record of success as a Budget Officer for the 114th Fighter Wing, South Dakota Air National Guard. Skilled in governance writing, planning, and technical operations. Seeking a full-time position that provides professional challenges and allows for the utilization of interpersonal skills, excellent time management, and problem-solving abilities. WORK HISTORY
Mission Support Group Project Manager, 10/2024 - Current South Dakota Air National Guard, Sioux Falls, SD
NGB All Domain Director of Data Operations, 08/2022 - Current National Guard Bureau, Arlington, VA
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
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SKILLS
KEVIN MILLER
Reduced project costs through effective negotiation with vendors, securing favorable contract terms and competitive pricing.
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Led cross-functional teams in resolving complex issues that arose during the course of group projects.
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Built strong relationships with clients through proactive communication about project status updates, adjustments to timelines or budgets if needed.
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Oversaw the development of high-quality deliverables, ensuring alignment with client requirements and industry standards.
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Managed data governance procedures to ensure data quality, security and accessibility across all functional and security domains.
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Implemented comprehensive NGB data strategy aligned with DOD's Combined Joint All Domain Command and Control (CJADC2) vision and specific needs of the organization.
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Built strong relationships with stakeholders across military services to foster collaboration and information sharing, resulting in a dramatic increase in the finalized data analytic tools available for senior NGB leadership.
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Responsible for managing NGB's data collections processes and ensuring safety and security of all data to prevent unauthorized access and information risk.
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Educated senior leadership, provides guidance, and executes NGB CDO's lines of efforts pertaining to robotic process automation, artificial intelligence and machine learning.
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Fostered partnerships and
alliances with other DoD agencies
and other military services on
Financial and Information
Technology organizations
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Strong verbal and written
communication skills to effectively
coordinate with all levels of
leadership - military and civilian
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Recruiting and Retention
experience with SD Air National
Guard and National Guard Bureau
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114 FW Cyber Operations Squadron Commander, 07/2012 - 08/2022 South Dakota Air National Guard, Sioux Falls, SD
114FW Financial Management Officer, 07/2002 - 07/2012 South Dakota Air National Guard, Sioux Falls, SD
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Business, 05/1996
University of Sioux Falls - Sioux Falls, SD
Graduated with Bachelors Degree from the University of Sioux Falls, Sioux Falls, SD and majored in Business Management. Completed all Bachelor Degree requirements while working full-time during a 2 Year Degree Completion Program.
Coordinated with data engineers across NGB and externally to design systems that would support business functions and operations.
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Established relations with Air Force, DoD and other Mission partners to design and implement an information exchange environment and policy that support Domestic Operations for NGB.
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Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
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Managed 35 IT personnel to ensure members had the right tools, equipment and education necessary to complete their Air Force job requirements.
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Provided weekly briefings to senior leaders as assigned for both State and Federal missions.
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Spearheaded 20 process improvement efforts within the 114 Communications Squadron, identifying inefficiencies and implementing best practices to increase overall effectiveness.
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Collaborated on strategic planning initiatives to develop long-term vision for squadron's growth and success in achieving its objectives.
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Fostered culture of accountability and professionalism through consistent communication and clear expectations.
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Championed best practices in financial management across the organization, leading to enhanced credibility among stakeholders.
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Managed five million dollar budget in government resources (O&M, Mil Personnel, Workdays, Military Construction, etc.) for the 114FW
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Ensured each resource was spent within confines of Fiscal Law rules and executed within the appropriate time frames.
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Monitored contracts and analyzed expenses to facilitate financial objectives.
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Ensured accurate financial reporting with timely preparation of budgetary documents and reports, in accordance with fiscal law guidelines.
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Increased stakeholder confidence through transparent communication of budgetary information during meetings, presentations, or written reports.
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Completed most of my credits while attending the University of South Dakota Business School.
Business Administration And Management
University of South Dakota - Vermillion, SD