Vertex Pharmaceuticals

Cybersecurity Principal Engineer

Northrop Grumman

Principal Cyber Systems Engineer

US Navy

Provides expertise in cybersecurity, information technology, command and control, communications, networks and space systems through the planning, acquisition, operation, maintenance and security of systems.

Information Professional Officer

Responsible for establishing, monitoring, and maintaining radio frequency communication systems, as well as operating and maintaining global satellite telecommunications systems. Duties include transmitting, receiving, and storing all incoming and outgoing messages, managing and coordinating information systems security across platforms and fleets, and designing, installing, and operating wide-area networks, computer systems, and associated devices. Additional responsibilities include performing network system administration, maintenance, and training, managing network security, and installing applications while troubleshooting user issues. Tasked with providing training and assistance on computer hardware and software, writing programs to collect and distribute data, ensuring proper security and handling of communications materials and equipment, and performing diagnostics, data recovery operations, and maintaining logs.

Information System Technician

Responsible for installing, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing or replacing cryptologic networks, physical security systems, electronic equipment, antennas, personal computers, auxiliary devices, digital and optical interfaces, and data systems. Additional tasks include configuring, monitoring, and evaluating Information Operations (IO), Information Warfare (IW) systems, and Information Assurance (IA) operations. Expertise in performing hardware and software isolation and repairs for state-of-the-art electronics, computer and network equipment, and related systems using complex test and analysis equipment, diagnostic software, hand tools, and technical publications. Also tasked with maintaining fleet cryptologic permanent and carry-on direct support systems essential for special land, sea surface, and subsurface operations.

Cryptologic Technician (Maintenance)

Command Destroyer Squadron 21 (CDS 21)

Manages network and telecommunication activities to achieve global operations. Coordinates with global satellite, network and telecommunications service providers to obtain Internet Protocol services and to establish Service Levels of Agreement.

Information Technology Manager

Navy Information Operations Command Hawaii (NIOC HI)

Directed Computer Network Operations (CNO) teams in the planning and execution of Offensive Cyber Operations (OCO) supporting national objectives.

Cyber Warfare Officer

USS IWO JIMA (LHD-7)

Developed system Assessment and Authorization packages consisting of 50 systems under Risk Management Framework, implemented information assurance controls, documented risks and provided recommendations to leadership. Executed mitigation plan and developed Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M).

Information Systems Director

Naval Network Warfare Command (NNWC)

Provided command and control decision-making support and shared situational awareness of four global enterprise networks.

Global Network Operations and Security Center Manager

Command Destroyer Squadron 50 (CDS 50)

Provided critical Command, Control, Communications, Computers and Intelligence (C4I) support to a staff of 40 overseas.

Navy Information Operations Command Georgia (NIOC GA)

Managed a 19-person, multi-service team responsible for the installation and maintenance of telecommunications and network infrastructure in support of 3,000 personnel.

Information Technology Division Supervisor

Naval Security Group Activity (NSGA) Groton and Pearl Harbor

Certified, installed and maintained communications and network equipment suites to include local/wide area networks installation, troubleshooting, operating system configurations (Linux, Unix and Windows) and associated network administration.

Fleet Electronic Support Maintenance and Installation Technician

M.S. Network Operations & Technology | Sec+, IAM I, IAT II | ITIL v3 | Navy IP Officer | Seeking Cyber, GRC and ISSM-related roles | Open to CO, CO Springs and remote roles | Active TS/SCI Clearance | Available 8/23

As a seasoned cybersecurity professional and career strategist, I bridge the gap between technical expertise and career development in the rapidly evolving security landscape. My journey spans multiple technologies, industries, and organizations, giving me unique insights into what drives success in cybersecurity roles.

Having successfully navigated my own transition from military service to civilian cybersecurity, I now dedicate myself to guiding others through their career journeys. I specialize in helping veterans leverage their military experience for cybersecurity roles, understanding that the path can seem overwhelming without proper guidance.

I take pride in demystifying cybersecurity careers through:
- Strategic career mapping and transition planning
- Certification and skill development guidance
- Resume optimization and interview preparation
- Professional networking strategies
- Personal brand development

When I'm not mentoring cybersecurity professionals, you'll find me on the golf course, pursuing fitness goals, or writing about industry trends. These diverse interests inform my holistic approach to career development – because success in cybersecurity requires both technical excellence and personal balance.

Connect with me to discuss:
- Military to civilian transition strategies
- Breaking into cybersecurity
- Career advancement in security roles
- Professional development planning
- Building resilient security teams

I regularly share insights, trends, and opportunities in cybersecurity. Let's connect and build a stronger security community together.

Josh Hicks

Firebird Analytical Solutions & Technologies

https://www.firebirdast.com/careers 

Go to Firebird’s website 👆to see what roles I am currently recruiting for and to directly apply with Firebird.

I mostly recruit for Top Secret cleared Intelligence Analysts in the D.C area and leverage my former military all-source intelligence analysis and leadership skills to help government clients find qualified Intel candidates.
 
What I do for Firebird:
* Source hundreds of candidates per month.
* Resume reviews and rewrites for candidates improving their chances of being selected by our clients by 90%.
* Lead generation.
* Manage ATS including updating application questionnaire and "knock out" questions.
* Marketing for Firebird and manage social media page.
* Advise C-Suite on DEI.
* Lead Employee Engagement Program to measure and improve employee satisfaction, commitment, and performance.
* Assist with business development and successfully developed partnerships with Private, Public, Partnership (P3), Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program, and American Public University (APU) within 6 months of working as a new recruiter.
* Attend speaking engagements including in person and virtually to market Firebird and help build the company brand.

Head of Talent Acquisition and Employee Engagement

Recruiting TS/SCI cleared professionals in intelligence, federal law enforcement, and cybersecurity.  Please check out available positions at https://www.firebirdast.com/careers and follow Firebird's LinkedIn page for the newest job announcements.

What I also do as a recruiter:

- As a former military senior Intel analyst, I am well versed in the skill-sets and specialists contained in the Military Intelligence Community that helps me create targeted Boolean searches to reach and connect with qualified cleared professionals, especially transitioning service members and veterans.

- Assist hiring manager with developing and marketing job positions, sourcing, screening, and manage and maintain candidate information in the automated applicant system.

- Develop innovative techniques to attract candidates and provide positive candidate experiences through relationship building.

- Maintain a network of contacts to help identify and source qualified candidates with active clearances.

- Managed 32 requisitions at one time.

- Mentor applicants during phone screen and provide guidance on how to make resume stronger to increase chances of being selected by our government clients.

- Manage Company's website and social media accounts.

- Serve a social media strategist and ghost writer for CEO

- DEI advisor to C-suite leadership.

Cleared Talent Acquisition Specialist

- Received Firebird’s Phoenix award for improving SOCPAC’s assessment process within 6 months of employment through relationship building and assessment expertise while mitigating critical team losses and beating client’s deadline.

- Used SIGINT and other Intelligence tool and data bases to collect raw data, analyzed it, and turned it into actionable intelligence threat assessments.

- Developed supporting plans for Special Operations Command Pacific (SOCPAC) Commander’s Command Operational Plans, Concept Plans, Base Plans, and Commanders Estimate.  

- Provided subject matter expertise to SOCPACs Campaign Plans and to the development of Country Action Plans and Country Engagement Plans.

- Collaborated with SOCPAC's dashboard developers by meeting with them monthly, bringing innovative ideas for dashboard design by building mock up power point slides and providing recommendations for process improvement in order to make dashboard user friendly, more efficient, and easier for customers to pull data reports.

- Collaborated with special operators, information operations planners, and intelligence analysts providing quantitative and qualitative assessments and strategic advise to SOCPAC's Commanding General and SOCOM regarding effectiveness of operations, activities, and Investments (OAIs) in the Indo-Pacific Command Area of Responsibility (INDOPACOM AOR).

- Provide routine and on demand briefings to senior leadership.

- Wrote point papers for SOCPAC's Commanding General and INDOPACOM's Combatant Commander.

- Answered request for information (RFIs) from SOCPAC Commanding General and INDOPACOM's Combatant Commander.

- Strategic diversity advisor to Firebird's CEO creating new hiring strategies and improved retention.

- Ghost writer for CEO and social media manager for Firebird's social media page.

SOCPAC Assessments Analyst and Intelligence Planner

Secret Squirrel Consulting LLC

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Resume Writer and Military Transition Coach

Soar Technology, Inc.

Freelance Consultant for SoarTech, a small business that develops artificial intelligence (AI) that reasons in ways comparable to how humans reason, in order to automate complex tasks, simplify human-machine interactions, or model human behaviors.  

I provided the following in my services:

- Subject matter expertise for a $1.8 million project that requires scenario-based training environments to support various stages in Information Operations (IO); concentrating specifically on online social media. 

- Social network analysis, topic analysis methods, and input and evaluation of specific features and phenomena to include in training scenarios, as well as insights and perspectives on how the new training environment can encourage and support IO best practices.  

- Collaborated with senior scientists and provide input on phase I and phase II projects.

- Developed and presented plans to include in training scenarios, propose project improvements, and create presentations and guidelines for briefing flag officers on social media data.

- Consulted team on how to maintain OPSEC while using social media.

Freelance Open Source Intelligence Consultant

American Greetings

- Coordinated revision projects for customer accounts.

- Organized and managed inventory, storage, and transportation.

- Coordinated with receiving teams to accurately communicate shipping, packing, and label requirements on every shipment.

- Oversaw accuracy of shipments, purchase orders, tracking information, and any logistics related tasks.

- Addressed and resolved shipment and inventory issues.

Logistics Coordinator

USINDOPACOM - US NAVY

What I did as a speech writer:

- Wrote strategic speeches, political-military point papers, and intelligence briefs for the Combatant Commander (4-star admiral), Deputy Commander (3-star general), and Intelligence Director (2-star general), strengthening relationships with partner nations through strategic messaging, and achieving U.S. national security objectives while protecting national interests.
- Collaborated with the Public Affairs Office and strategic communication teams to support the command's mission and commander's priorities.

What I did as a Senior Intelligence Officer:

- Prepared and briefed combatant commander and intelligence director on daily operational and actionable intelligence including political military affairs advising. 
- PACE Analysis Trained through the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) which focused on core analytic tradecraft concepts and processes, allowing me to execute essential analytical skills. 
- Used Intel-related databases and tools such as Analyst Notebook, Palantir, M3, TAC, NCTC Online, CIAwire, NSAnet, ICReach SIGINT database, and other SIGINT Database.

What I did as an IT Project Manager:

- DUAL Hatted as the IT Disaster Recovery Planner and IT Project Manager, ensured an exact replicate of the work site was created which included  duplicate infrastructure, duplicate SCI workstations, duplicate hardware, and duplicate servers.  Successfully simulated real time disaster in which 65 analysts had to physically move to Hot Site (recovery site) for 48 hours with zero interruption of workflow.

- Led process improvement efforts for Joint Intelligence Operations Center (JIOC), solidifying the 400-million-dollar future JIOC military construction (MILCON) proposal.

- Executed, monitored, controlled, and closed $500k renovation project for intelligence department.  Project was completed on time and within budget.

- Oversaw installation of thin and thick client servers, VOIPs, and Geospatial equipment.

IT Project Manager | Strategic Speech Writer | All Source Intelligence Analyst

US Third Fleet - US Navy

- Planned, executed, monitored, controlled, and closed large scale military exercises in the Indo-Pacific area of operations enhancing U.S. military readiness and proficiency.

- While planning exercises, also served as the Master Scenario Events List (MESL) Subject Matter Expert and was able to quickly modify scenarios on the spot whenever mishaps happened with blue and red cell players during execution of scenarios.

- Prepared and delivered daily intelligence briefs to 3-star Admiral and other executive leadership.

Project Manager | Military Exercise and Senior Intelligence Planner

USS ESSEX - US NAVY

- Managed over 3000 security clearances and initiated and planned ship's first Joint Strike Fighter special access program.

- Oversaw and monitored installation of command and control, and combat systems equipment.

- Provided operational security (OPSEC) training for 300 personnel.

- Provided daily intelligence briefs to executive leadership.

- Collaborated with Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific (COMNAVSURFPAC) security officers to offload and secure ship’s classified material during renovation of ship’s Intelligence and combat spaces ensuring 100% accountability of all classified material with zero security violations.

- Led 10 interview panels for Sailors applying for officer programs and made recommendations to executive leadership resulting in one successful selection and commissioning.

Project Manager | Senior Intelligence Officer | Security Program Manager

Office of Naval Intelligence

- Led dynamic global maritime collaboration all source analysis center providing decision makers with actionable intelligence maintaining maritime domain awareness.

- Planned, initiated, executed, monitored and closed creation of transnational threats 24/7 operational cell.

- Provided daily operational intelligence (OPINTEL) briefs to executive leadership.

- Used Intel-related databases and tools such as Analyst Notebook, Palantir, M3, TAC, NCTC Online, OMAR, FIRETRUCK, S2A, CIAwire, NSAnet, ICReach SIGINT database, and other SIGINT Database.

- Worked with HR to review 100 federal resumes and conducted 10 job interview panels resulting in 3 new hires for analytical roles.

Project Manager | Deputy Head of Intelligence Operations

US Navy | Naval Hospitals and Clinics

Fleet Marine Forces (FMF) Military Nurse and specialized in emergency nursing; I triaged over 1200 patients per month and was  trained by the military in CBRNE medical emergencies.  I also have experience in the following:

✔️Medical-Surgical Ward
✔️Multi-Service Ward
✔️Pediatrics and Newborn Clinic
✔️Family Practice Clinic
✔️Same-day Surgery Clinic
✔️Dermatology Clinic
✔️Immunizations

Additionally, I have led many teams and spearheaded many projects:

As the clinic manager of a small military clinic, I lead over 60 nurses, doctors, and paraprofessionals while overseeing 5 clinics (Family Practice, Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, Immunizations, and Dermatology.  Reviewed 10 federal resumes, and conducted 5 interview panels resulting in 3 new hires for clinic nursing roles.

During my time as a Department Head of the MultiService Ward, I Supervised 30 nurses and paraprofessionals in a 20-bed ward, managed a quarterly $40k budget, and conducted medical supply and demand planning and inventory management of million dollar medical equipment.

As the Dermatology clinic manager, I initiated, planned, and executed a 6 month process improvement project, generating over $200k in revenue leading to an improved business process and improved patient satisfaction by 100%.

While I was deployed to the desert in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, I got buy-in and support from the base commander to lead a medical project, that allowed me to build a brand new military troop medical facility with a new computer infrastructure that serviced over 2000 U.S. and Nato troops, and I was later awarded a medal for this huge undertaking.

Clinic Manager | Emergency Department Nurse

🐿 Secret Squirrel Hunter💥 Cleared Talent Acquisition Recruiter🕵🏻‍♀️ Senior Intelligence Analyst 📝 Resume Writer ⚓️ Navy Veteran 🎖️ Military Transition Consultant & Speaker

I’m a Navy Veteran, military spouse, recruiter, and resume writer who’s helped 100’s of transitioning military members and Veterans with Top Secret and Secret clearances civilianize their resumes, while maintaining OPSEC, landing them more job interviews post military career. 

Need help translating your military skills onto a civilian resume and/or help figuring out what types of roles you can do post military career? Is that Imposter Syndrome coming at you? No worries, I will not only rewrite your resume, I will also teach you how to tailor it yourself for future roles.

I know how stressful the military transition can be (I went through it myself). We don't know what we don't know when we transition. As a recruiter I saw the common mistakes transitioning service members made on their resumes that cost them job interviews. Many Veterans also complain the TAPS was not helpful in preparing for their civilian job search.

This encouraged me to start my own consulting business to help fill in the transition gaps.

If you choose to work with me, I will also coach you through job strategies, conduct interview preparations, and share any Veteran resources and programs you may need that will make your transition less stressful and more successful.

Book a time on my Calendly and let’s get to work!

All of my consultations are conducted via Zoom and I tailor each session to my client’s specific needs.

About me: 

I’m a Navy Veteran with a high security clearance who successfully transitioned into new careers while on active duty as well as post military career.

I enlisted in the Navy and worked in aviation logistics. I quickly transitioned from enlisted to Naval Nurse Corps Officer, and was the first Nurse Corps Officer to laterally transfer into the Intelligence Community. 

While still serving as an intelligence analyst, I ended my last tour with a bang as the speech writer for a 4-star admiral and 3-star general.

Post military career I became an intelligence consultant and a government contracting recruiter, so I have insider knowledge on how the recruiting and hiring process works, and have experience consulting companies and coaching individuals.

While my focus is helping transitioning military to civilianize their resumes, I also work with non-prior military clients.

I encourage you to read the reviews on my profile, reach out to former clients, and book a time with me when you are ready for some Secret Squirrel resume and/or military to civilian transition coaching magic. 

https://calendly.com/secretsquirrelconsultingllc
 
Maloney out! ✌️

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