Paul J Grigsby

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Sierra Vista, Arizona 85635

E-mail: buktfj@r.postjobfree.com

Home: *** - (458) - 9597

Work: 520 - (732) - 0130

DSN: (312) - 533-2243

Summary A proven performer who rose to the highest obtainable position in the Army’s enlisted corps (top 1 %). Flawless HR Manager of teams with over 5,000 employees.

A dynamic manager and Information Technology professional with an extensive working knowledge of the US Army and the Department of Defense (DOD) Global Network Enterprise Construct GNEC. Has tremendous experience with Operational units (to include multiple deployments to hostile environments), Network Service Centers, and Executive staffs. A vibrant briefer and coordinator with tremendous experience at all levels within the DoD, who possesses superb management attributes in coordinating, executing, and orchestrating major projects across a broad spectrum of complex multi-million dollar endeavors, who has superior interpersonal skills . Well versed in the operation of Area Processing Centers (APC) and Enterprise Information Systems. Trained in Lean Six Sigma, its efficiencies, and how these principles drive business performance. A prolific writer who routinely had articles published in the organization’s quarterly magazines.

Work Experience

2008 – June 2011:

Command Sergeant Major 11 Theater Tactical Signal Brigade Fort Huachuca, Arizona

Supervisor: COL F. Huber – 520-***-**** Email buktfj@r.postjobfree.com

Senior Advisor to the Commander - Project leader and evaluator of critical global IT systems including the Joint Network Node (JNN) the Phoenix SHF Tri-Band SATCOM Terminal and the Secure Internet Point of Presence (SPOP) into the GNEC

Interfaced with sister services Staffs and Senior Advisor formally briefed the status of communications readiness on a monthly basis - Researched and evaluated solutions for Army Signal projects across the full spectrum of operations

Information Assurance (IA) and Active Directory protocol manager and advisor - Oversight of the JNCC responsible for the operation and maintenance of communications and computer networks throughout the Area of Operations

Organized and implemented policies necessary for the work force - Management team member of the BDEs annual budget of over 10 million dollars - Fielded over 90 Points of Presence (POPs) using the JNN architecture that enabled C2 functions from the highest levels down to the Company and Military Transition Team (MTT) - Managed all enlisted matters for an Army Signal Brigade of over 5000 employees to include training equipping and evaluation Deployed the BDE for a 15 month mission to Iraq and redeployed the entire Soldier Civilian formation safely

2006 – 2008:

Command Sergeant Major 1st Signal Brigade Korea

Supervisor: BG L Patterson – 706-***-**** Email: buktfj@r.postjobfree.com

Senior Advisor to the Commander – Management and Oversight of 4 Battalions and two separate companies dispersed throughout the Korean peninsula -Managed communication activities to include installing of new equipment upgrades training maintenance and connectivity to the Global Network Enterprise Construct - Senior Advisor to the US Forces Korea Commanding General on all Signal enlisted matters concerning readiness discipline training and administration of Soldiers - Coordinated Joint Tactical Radio System (JTRS) to field appropriate JTRS technologies where feasible.

Command Post of the Future (CPOF) evaluation and management - Coordinated directly with USFK and Korean National flag level officers on matters effecting transformation within the Signal Corps and Soldier related issues - Conducted briefings on the Way Ahead of Signal technology within USFK - Supervised the connectivity and interoperability of the communications equipment of various military entities in the country - Maintained Network Security and IA awareness at the appropriate levels for all users connected to DoD supported systems throughout the Peninsula

2001 – 2006:

Command Sergeant Major 17th Signal Battalion, Kitzingen Germany

Supervisor: COL Glen Kennedy – 706-***-**** Email: buktfj@r.postjobfree.com

Senior Advisor to the Commander - Managed 3 rapid deployable Companies with over 487 major communications electronic assemblages and 1554 Solders geographically dispersed throughout GE - Personally responsible for management of all enlisted matters including teaching training mentorship discipline morale Soldier advancement and schooling - Responsible for the professional development retention standards of conduct and discipline health and welfare assignments of enlisted members - Developed an extensive Force Protection Program for the brigade

Project manager for newly built barracks complex orchestrated the move of 957 Soldiers from temporary billets throughout the installation to new barracks complex - Implemented a command-wide safety bulletin that included safety tips concerns and risk assessments focusing leaders on safety - Deployed the entire BN to a hostile zone and returned safely on two separate one year missions safely

2000 – 2001:

Senior Advisor (SGM) to the S3 and Commander 121 Signal Battalion Kitzingen Germany - Senior Advisor to the Battalion Command on all enlisted matters which included training equipping fielding and the maintenance of all communications assemblages assigned - COMSEC Manager and account holder for the organization

Developed training programs, implemented field security standards conducted safety inspections and provided oversight on newly fielded communications equipment - Managed organization training evaluated and instructed personnel in professional development - Interviewed all incoming enlisted employees to determine proper placement

Responsible for training of over 750 Soldiers and their preparations for an upcoming mission in Kosovo

1990 – 2000:

Senior Advisor to the Commander 1st Infantry Division 2nd Armored Division and 1st Cavalry Division Fort Hood Texas and Bamberg Germany - Project leader for a 5 million dollar upgrade of Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio (SINCGARS) Systems in Paladin Gun systems (M109) during combat operations increasing capabilities by 45%

COMSEC Manager for the DIVARTY - Project lead for the upgrade of Technical Control Facility (TCF) increased capabilities by 50% - Recruited highly technical Information Technology professionals for mission specific requirements

Tested and evaluated new multi-million dollar airborne and mobile communications packages

Education

BS, Information Systems Management, University of Maryland University College

CompTia Network + Certification June, 2010

CompTia Security + Certification July, 2010

United States Army Senior NCO Academy

Department of Defense Equal Opportunity Course

Master Fitness Trainer

United States Army COMSEC Management Course

United States Army Battle Staff Course

United States Army Advance Noncommissioned Officer Course

United States Army Communications Electronic Operations Chief Course

US Army Tactical Communications Operator and Mechanic Course

Army Air Assault School with External Sling Load Certification

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