Security Clearance Risk Management

ERIC M. STILLER ASHBURN, VA ***** 703-***-**** ********@*****.***

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SECURITY CLEARANCE

VETERAN EXECUTIVE STRATEGIC CONSULTANT CYBERSECURITY & ORGANIZATIONAL TRANSFORMATION LEADER U.S. Army veteran with a strong foundation in executive-level consulting, cybersecurity (Security+), and strategic planning. Expert in applying NIST frameworks, managing complex federal initiatives, and leading interagency coordination across defense, emergency management, and national security environments. IT CERTIFICATION

CompTIA Security + National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

IQ4 Veteran Cybersecurity apprenticeship

Student Aug 2023- Nov 2023

Able to implement the NIST Cybersecurity Framework across the organization, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.

Conducted comprehensive risk assessments and gap analyses to identify vulnerabilities and develop targeted cybersecurity strategies.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate NIST guidelines into existing security protocols and policies, enhancing overall data protection and risk management.

Able to update and maintain cybersecurity documentation, including risk management plans, incident response procedures, and security controls in alignment with NIST standards. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Washington, D.C. Apr 2023- Jun 2023 Management Consultant

Lead the development of FEMA policies and procedures of the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS).

Established the monthly and weekly objectives resulting in timely deliverables to FEMA.

Developed the policy framework for IPAWS.

Provided clear and effective senior leader talking points to FEMA leadership.

Conducted and led weekly coordination sessions to plan future policy formulation efforts.

Linked federal laws to policy development.

U.S. Army Office of the Chief of Chaplains (OCCH), Washington, D.C. Jan 2022 – May 2023 Management Consultant – Strategic Mission Analysis

Led the development process of the OCCH 2030 strategy and campaign plan.

Wrote organizational directives, assisted in the development of metrics, and organization tasks.

Supported the development of the organizational roles, responsibilities, and functions plan.

Provided clear and effective senior leader talking points for strategic engagements across the Army.

Conducted weekly coordination sessions to plan future strategic efforts.

Developed long-range planning objectives.

Department of the Navy Office of Chief Management Office (OCMO) Washington, D.C. Oct 2021 – Jan 2022 ea Management Consultant

Led interviews with Fortune 500 companies and data analysis to determine leading practices from corporate America to apply to the OCMO organizational transformation.

Briefed the best practices to the Director of OCMO and senior staff members

Supported the development of the future value proposition of the OCMO as well as developed business lines of effort and supporting objectives.

National Guard Bureau, Future Operations Division, Arlington, VA. Aug 2018 – Oct 2021 Chief, Strategy, and Policy

Synchronized the linkage of National Security Strategies with Operational Plans.

Supervised the National Guard’s bilateral program with the Israel Homeland Front Command.

Led the Chief of the National Guard Bureau’s response to the 2019 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) report on the National Guard's capacity to meet Homeland Defense and Security Incidents.

Led the planning of an annual nationwide weeklong workshop focused on domestic response operations.

Evaluated and recommend National Guard Bureau and Department of Defense policy and regulatory guidance. Army National Guard Bureau G5 (Strategy), Arlington, VA Jul 2017 – Aug 2018 Policy Branch Chief

Formulated Strategic Plans and Policies that shaped and guided the future Army National Guard (ARNG).

Led the plans development of the Army National Guard response to 2017 Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria.

Led the development of the Army National Guard's comprehensive mobilization plan for Indo-Pacific region threats.

Recognized by the Director of the Army National Guard for excellent performance. G3 Operations Group, Joint Readiness Training Center, Fort Polk, LA Apr 2016 – Jul 2017 Lead Maneuver Planner

Planned, coordinated, and executed Decisive Action Training Environment exercises (DATE), Mission Rehearsal Exercises (MRE), and Regionally Aligned Force exercises (RAF) at the Joint Readiness Training Center (JRTC).

Trained over 12,000 military personnel; developed training scenarios for light, airborne, air assault, ranger, and Stryker brigades.

Managed the exercise as the higher headquarters, while coordinating with all Task Force Senior Controllers to achieve unit training objectives.

769th Engineer Battalion, Louisiana Army National Guard, Baton Rouge, LA Dec 2013 – Apr 2016 Commander

Directed the administration, operations, training, and logistics of over 660 personnel organization ensuring accomplishment of required training equipment maintenance enabling 100% organizational readiness.

Identified, assessed, and mitigated risks associated with operational activities, implemented measures to minimize injuries, equipment loss, and mission failure.

Represented the battalion within local communities, fostering positive relationships and cooperation to enhance support for military operations and initiatives.

Increased workforce retention by 10% during tenure. PAST EXPERIENCE

Dec 2010 – Apr 2013: Headquarters Department of the Army G35, Army War Plans Division, Washington, D.C as Strategic Planner

Jan 2010 – Dec 2010: US Army Command and General Staff College, Fort Leavenworth, KS as Student Oct 2008 – Dec 2009: National Guard Bureau J8 (Force Structure, Resources & Assessment), Arlington, VA as Chief, Management Analysis Team

EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

MA in International Relations, Webster University

BA in Economics, Southeastern Louisiana University Command and General Staff College, Fort Leavenworth, KS {Class President} Basic Strategic Art Program, Army War College, Carlisle, PA SELECT AWARDS AND HONORS

Bronze Star Medal for service in Operation Iraqi Freedom Combat Action Badge Parachutist Badge ADDITIONAL CERTIFICATION

Amateur Radio Operator Class Technician License. Federal Communications Commission Expires May 2035 Credential ID 001*******

VOLUNTEERING

Assistant Scoutmaster with Boy Scout Troop 1666, Ashburn, VA

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