IT Communications Program/Project Leader with TS/SCI-Poly Clearance

MICHAEL W. CARL

Active TS/SCI w/CI Poly Clearance Security Plus Certified

Rockledge, FL 850-***-****

*******.*****.****@*****.*** www.linkedin.com/pub/michael-carl/49/50/153/ Seasoned leader with extensive years of managing diverse teams in delivering in complex mission critical information technology and cyberspace operations. Solid track record in crafting system requirements, managing small and large programs and developing teams that continuously improve and deliver results. Self-motivated professional who thrives in fast paced work environments and is recognized for operational efficiency. Skills and areas of expertise include:

• Strategic Planning

• Project/Program Management

• Knowledge Management

• SharePoint Administration

• Continuous Process Improvement

• Executive Communication

• Client Relationship Management

• Change Management

• Product Owner

• Supply Chain Management

• Confluence

• Jira

• Access Controls

• Security Controls

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

• 25 Years of active duty service in USAF serving as a Communications Specialist o Worked on multiple communications systems, networks, help desk and as Superintendent of large groups of technicians delivering state of the art network capabilities

• Managed multiple projects with 100% success rate o Web Site development for Cyber Resilience of Weapon Systems

Increased customer visibility with USAF

o Managed implementation of Evaluation Management System

System implemented by 5 USAF squadrons and one USAF Wing o Led several tech refresh projects overseeing inventory and delivery of IT assets o Integrated Projects into MS Project to view integrated schedule o Proven track record on managing complex, multi disciplinary projects with government clients

• Managed SharePoint for STRIKE program, developed sites, workflow, lists and forms o Built Sub-Sites, workflows, lists, and forms

o Utilized SharePoint Designer/Info Path and Share Gate

Enabled STRIKE team members continuity of operations

• Developed SharePoint platform for Counter Threat Messaging Program o Built COCOM sites for project managers

o Streamlined communication between PMO staff and project managers o Developed project deliverable tracking/acceptance system o Produced Business Rules for organizational continuity o Excels in matrix organizations

• Access control officer for SCIFs, visitor request administrator and badging official

• Prepared, processed, reviewed Program Access Requests for accuracy and access eligibility

• Prepared and processed inbound and outbound classified mail, faxes, courier packages and receipts

• Reviewed clearance levels in JPAS and Scattered Castles and validated SMO codes to verify visitor requests

• Training and Standardization experience on several different and complex systems

• EVM Trained

Amentum, Fort Meade, MD, May 25 - Present

Knowledge Manager SME

• HQ SME for Army Counterintelligence Command

o Utilizes MS 365 Power tools to facilitate work flow efficiency o Built organizations site pages tailored to meet requirement

Built process forms

Built work flows

o Identified process roadblocks and worked with teams to streamline and optimize processes o SEC+ Training and certification (Nov 25)

o Completed Microsoft Power Tools Training

Northrop Grumman (AS), Melbourne, FL Dec 2022 - Jan 2025 Principal Project Manager

• Product Owner of application development

o Managed requirements for application development and production o Managed priorities for Development Sprints

Engaged with stakeholders

Provided progress update

o Participated in Sprints using Agile methodology

o Utilized JIRA for requirement mapping

• SharePoint Collections

o Managed enterprise SharePoint sites for STRIKE program o Built workflows, administer lists, manage forms, site/sub-site development Applied Research Solutions, Remote. Mar 2021 - Dec 2022 Knowledge Manager

• Developed strategies for data and records management for the Cyber Resiliency Office for Weapons Systems program HQ at WPAFB, OH

• Presented KM business rules to unit commander

• Project Manager for development of Industry Engagement Website o Oversaw requirements

o Managed $800K budget

Northrop Grumman (TS), Tampa, FL Oct 2016 - Jul 2021 Knowledge Manager

• Provided project management oversight to ensure Program Manager has complete situational awareness

• Led team to track projects, promote workflow efficiencies and enable visibility of program to CENTCOM/ SOCOM/AFRICOM/EUCOM/SOUTHCOM/NORTHCOM customers on the Counter Threat Messaging Support Program

• Developed and maintained detailed project plans and schedules

• Monitored cost and schedule performance, timelines and ensured alignment with program milestones

• Provided EVM data and variance analysis for monthly program reviews

• Facilitated resource planning and coordination across cross-functional teams

• Integrated Projects into MS Project to view integrated schedule, developed Master Integrated Schedule for Task Order deliverables

• Worked with Task Order Contracting officer to identify and track periodic Contract Modifications

• Closely monitored Business Management function for external reporting of project burn rates, estimates and CLIN health

• Managed TO and Project level deliverables; created process of recording and acknowledgement

• Developed tools for project managers to collect, compile and disseminate project level deliverables and

• project health

• Researched and managed Foreign Clearance approval for project managers traveling overseas

• Created and maintained SharePoint portal to promote workforce collaboration and workflow capabilities

• Utilized tools such as Microsoft Project and JIRA Advanced Roadmaps to track deliverables and dependencies.

• Supported Earned Value Management (EVM) reporting by tracking cost and schedule performance, monitoring burn rates, and supporting variance analysis for Program Management Office (PMO) reviews

• Supported risk and opportunity management by contributing to mitigation strategies and identifying schedule impacts

Operations Support Specialist, Zel Technologies LLC, Cape Canaveral Air Force Station (CCAFS) Science and Technology Division Nov 2015 Jul 2016

• Developed visitor tracking system, providing badge issues and compliance with security governance

• Wrote program reports for higher visibility, quality control intentions briefs on all programs

• Planned, organized and coordinated unattended MASINT Sensor working group conference held at CCAFS with 30+ attendees. Managed logistics of transportation, security for access, conference room setting, IT support, lunch reservations and tour of lab facility

• Planned and organized high level DV visit from 3 letter organization. Arranged conference in secure facility on CCAFS, established IT account on proprietary system to provide IT support B&D Consulting, Inc., Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Communications Technology Office (CTO) Fort Meade, MD Mar 2015 - Jul 2015 Senior Outreach Program Analyst

• Conducted research on emerging technology and identify government, industry and academic organizations that may enhance DISA’s ability to leverage technology in the areas of Networking, NE- TOPS, Mobility-Devices & Applications, Cyber Security (Defensive) and Unified Capabilities

• Planned, coordinated, developed agenda, and hosting DISA & Department of Defense (DoD) Chief Information Officer (CIO) Technical Exchange Meetings (TEM), DISA and DoD CIO Strategic Focus

(SF) quarterly forums, DISA and National Security Agency (NSA) monthly synchronization meetings and participating in SF working group meetings

• Recruited Academia and Industry in participation of Technical Exchange Meeting bringing new technology to DISA

• Provided program management support to Chief Engineering Panel (CEP)

• Coordinated and participated in Strategic Planning Tiger Teams to assist in informing DISA way forward for advanced and emerging technical solutions MILITARY EXPERIENCE

US Air Force Service (1990 - 2015)

Retired - Senior Master Sergeant

Incirlik AB, Turkey – 1990-1992 – Base Communications Center/Data Automation Center Moron AB, Spain – 1992-1995 – Base Communications Center Yokota AB, Japan – 1995-1999 – AUTODIN Switching Center - Deployed to Vicenza, Italy - 1997 – NATO Communications Center RAF Molesworth, UK – 1999 – 2002 – Communication Support Processor Systems Administrator – Deployed to PSAB, Saudi Arabia – 2001 - Base Information Protection Officer Pentagon, D.C. – 1992-2004 – Junior Emergency Actions Office – National Command Center Al Udeid AB, Qatar – 2004 -2005 – NCOIC Combined Air Operations Center Help Desk Eglin AFB, Florida 2005 – 2009 – NCOIC Network Operations – Deployed Camp Anaconda, Iraq – 2007 – JSOC VTC Controller Pentagon, D.C. 2009 – 2011 – Travel Communicator to CJCS/VCJCSA WPAFB, OH, 2011-2013 – Superintendent Networks Base Hospital – Deployed Camp Integrity, Afghanistan – 2013 – Superintendent J6 for CJSOTF WPAFB, OH 2013-2015, Superintendent HQ Air Force Material Command A6 MILITARY EDUCATION

Cyberspace Superintendent – (Cyber Surety/Leadership/Management Level 3) – Keesler AFB, MS – 2013 Senior Non-Commissioned Officer Academy – (Leadership/Management Level 3) - Gunter Annex, AL – 2010 USAF 1st Sergeant Additional Duty - (Human Resource Management) – Eglin AFB, FL – 2007 Non-Commissioned Officer Academy – (Leadership/Management Level 2) - Tyndall AFB, FL – 2006 Airman Leadership School (Leadership/ Management Level 1) – Distinguished Graduate - Yokota AB, Japan – 1996 Cyber Workforce Superintendent 2013 USAF Project Management 2012 AFSO21 Green belt Certificate 2012 Maintenance Standardization/ Evaluation 2008 Network Infrastructure Management 2007 Network Administration 2006 Advanced Communications Computer Systems Operations 1997

FORMAL EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS

Master of Science (M.S.) Management Troy State University Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Business Administration University of Central Florida Associates in Science (A.S.) Information Systems Management Community College of Air Force Program Management Certificate - Villanova University Program Management Certificate - University of California - Irvine EVM Training - Northrop Grumman 2023

Aspiring Program Manager Training - Northrop Grumman 2023

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