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Ben Wagner Thornton
30378 Milano Road
Temecula, CA 92591 US
Day Phone: 3606496229 - Ext:
Evening Phone: 760 9139164 - Ext:
Email: thorntonbw@gmail.com
Availability:
Job Type: Permanent, Temporary, Internships, Telework
Work Schedule: Full-Time, Part-Time
Desired locations:
United States - CA - San DiegoUnited States - CA - Camp Pendleton
Work Experience:
Marine Wing Communications Squadron-38
PO Box 452053
San Diego, CA 92145 United States
09/2014 - 07/2016
Hours per week: 60
Technical Control Chief
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
TECHNICAL SUPPORT: Provided technical planning and support to Common Aviation Command and Control System (CAC2S) developmental testing.
Technical Controller lead for troubleshooting Marine Corps C4I systems on board the SS Curtiss.
LIAISON: Directed and Supervised the first integration of Marine Logistics Group C2/C4 systems integration into Naval Automated Digital Network Systems
(ADNS) on board the SS Curtiss. Acted as lead for training and operation of C4/C2 systems on board the SS Curtiss which involved coordinated training
with contractors and supporting companies.
SYSTEMS TROUBLESHOOTING: Supervised troubleshooting of Wide Area Network link installations, VOICE networks, Satellite Communications, and
system monitoring tools during 7 exercises and 4 training events. Proficient in logical and methodical troubleshooting methods that encompass multiple
systems over various distances. Proficient in current encryption and network topologies used throughout the operating forces.
TRAINING: Well versed in Joint Communications Simulation Systems software instructed by DISA for the purpose of implementing network modeling and
planning into Marine Air Ground Task Force Communications planning. Developed curriculum for recurring quarterly communications training that would
take place internal to the Command.
KEY PROJECTS: Planned and Commissioned persistent DISA lease line, colorless core (Black Core) routing network connection with Camp Roberts, CA to
Marine Wing Communication Squadron-38 and other sites aboard Miramar, CA.
Developed equipment layout and supervised installation, testing and operation of persistent communication architecture that would support the permanent
DISA connection. Technical Lead for Systems Operational Verification Test (SOVT) March 2015 aboard the SS Curtis.
Supervisor: Kedric Beachem (985-507-9325)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Marine Corps tactical Systems Support Activity(MCTSSA)
PO BOX 555171
Camp Pendleton, CA 92055-5171 United States
06/2011 - 09/2014
Hours per week: 50
Technical Control Chief
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
TESTING: Supported Marine Corps Tactical Systems Support Activity (MCTSSA)with troubleshooting and technical suggestions to accomplish IV&V testing
of Joint Enhanced Core Communications System (JECCS) block two for its new Information Assurance upgrades as well as the Transition Switch Module
(TSM) Joint Interoperability Test(JIT), (JECCS) System Integration Test (SIT), and TSM Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) SIT. Supported the Defense
Interoperability Communications Exercise (DICE) and Joint User Interoperability Communications Exercise (JUICE). Completed the integration of upgrades
on the JECCS vehicle.
TECHNICAL LIAISON: Collaborated onsite with SAIC and SPAWAR in testing Digital Technical Control DTC 4.0 during construction at their factory. While at
MCTSSA I routinely worked with TSO's and Test directors to identify their needs and transform them into a technical solution utilizing optimal equipment
configurations to ensure that their detailed specification were met resulting in the highest quality solution. Assisted Marine Corps Systems Command Project
Office with JECCS and DTC with testing of new Engineering ChangeProposals (ECP) and test recommendations. Proficient at establishing hardware
requirements and analyzing needs from client interaction and conferences. Provided onsite support to various sites to assist with setup and evaluate C4 and

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C2 capabilities. Positioned as technical liaison at the Joint Staff Efficiencies Cell (JSEC) and Joint On-demand Interoperability Network (JOIN) lab during the
TSM VoIP integration test and JBCP laboratory in Aberdeen, Maryland. Acted as Tier II support for all calls from OFTSSC concerning DTC, JECCS and
DITS systems. This support was provide both over the phone and onsite if necesssary.
SYSTEMS ANALYST: Provided technical planning and support to Common Aviation Command and Control System (CAC2S) developmental testing.
Providing input and technical expertise to the Combat Operations Center (COC) program for developmental test planning that would closely mirror current
operating force uses. Robust knowledge of how to apply the needs of current operating forces to that of required evaluation and testing procedures, that are
necessary for support and system development.
KEY PROJECTS: Successfully planned and established network and interconnectivity architecture for 14 local, and Department of Defense-level test
events. Services included multiplexing, integration of data and voice architecture, encryption, transmissions via ground-based and telecommunications,
radio, and satellite links, and information assurance compliance. Technical supervision of the full system fielding of new C4/C2 systems aboard MCTSSA.
Collaborated in creating IP configuration and software baselines for several systems.
Supervisor: Lee Beckler (7607072898)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
9th Communication Battalion
PO Box 555300
Camp Pendleton, CA 92055-5300 United States
04/2009 - 06/2011
Hours per week: 50
Technical Control Chief
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
ENGINEERING: Engineered and supervised the relocation and complete collapse of the Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan Tactical Technical Control Facility
to include the commercial networking systems supporting the facility, the (2) Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Standard Tactical Entry Point
(STEP) links and (7) line-of-site radio links. The new facility optimized bandwidth for Command and Control operations for forces in Helmand Province.
LIAISON: On-call Subject Matter Expert to lead contact teams to outlying Forward Operating Bases and perform
systematic troubleshooting, network repair and optimization. Provided critical support to 11,13 &15th Marine Expeditionary Unit for their AN/TSQ-
227(JECCS) in the form of training, network optimization and maintenance, thereby improving their ability to provide support for the MEU's staff.
TROUBLESHOOTING: Assisted MCTSSA personnel with testing and maintenance on AN/TSQ-227 for the upcoming test events. Planned, installed,
operated, and maintained a technical control facility for MEF level communication exercise, three Company level exercises, and one Battalion level
exercise. This facility coordinated and documented troubleshooting of all C4 and C2 systems in the network.
TESTING: Designed, supervised and implemented the first ever deployed technical control maintenance facility with the ability to perform second echelon
and limited third echelon maintenance for all Marine technical control sections supported throughout the entire Helmand Province, Afghanistan area of
operations. This facility was also able to recreate equipment strings for testing and to plan for network outages and contingencies.
Supervisor: Roy Sims (16602022783)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Education:
University of Maryland University College Adelphi, MD United States
Some College Coursework Completed 07/2017
Credits Earned: 90 Semester hours
Major: Computer Science Minor: Cyber Security
Relevant Coursework, Licenses and Certifications:
Proficient in Advanced Writing formats as well as research writing, Digital Forensics, College Algebra, Introduction to Programming.

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Fundamentals of Networking CMIT 265: An introduction to networking technologies for local area networks, wide area networks, and wireless networks. The
aim is to recognize the type of network design appropriate for a given scenario. Topics include the OSI (open system interconnection) model, security, and
networking protocols.
Pre-Calculus Math 140: Prerequisite: For Calculus I and Calculus II for Computer Science Major. An introduction to equations and inequalities and a study
of functions and their properties, including the development of graphing skills with polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions. The objective
is to apply appropriate technology and demonstrate fluency in the language of algebra; communicate mathematical ideas; perform operations on real
numbers, complex numbers, and functions; solve equations and inequalities; analyze and graph circles and functions; and use mathematical modeling to
translate, solve, and interpret applied problems. Technology is used for data modeling. Discussion also covers applications.
Introduction to Problem Solving and Algorithm Design CMIS 102: A study of techniques for finding solutions to problems through structured programming
and step-wise refinement. The objective is to design programs using pseudocode and the C programming language. Hands-on practice in debugging,
testing, and documenting is provided. Topics include principles of programming, the logic of constructing a computer program, and the practical aspects of
integrating program modules into a cohesive application. Algorithms are used to demonstrate programming as an approach to problem solving.
Job Related Training:
Fiber Network Training(FNT) 5/2012
Joint Communication Simulation Software ( JCSS) 6/2015
DISA Telecommunications Training 7/2014
Achieve Global Sales Coach Certified 2/2009 ( 250 hours)
Comptia Security + Training
Affiliations:
Veterans of Foreign Wars - MemberTeam Rubicon - Volunteer
References:
Name Employer Title Phone Email
Lee
Beckler
(*)
Marine Corps Tactical
Systems Support Activity
Voice
Engineer
760-
707-
2898
ernest.l.beckler@usmc.mil
Andy
Kramer
American Taekwondo
Association
Owner/Head
Instructor
760-
535-
3983
a_kramer_ata@yahoo.com
Moquey
Ross (*)
Meter Net Owner/CEO 619-
379-
9613
k.ross@meternetusa.com
(*) Indicates professional reference
Additional Information:
Current TS Eligibility. Adjudicated on September 24,2012

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NAVY AND MARINE CORPS COMMENDATION MEDAL X 5
MARINE CORPS ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL X 2
PRESIDENTIAL UNIT CITATION-NAVY
NAVY UNIT COMMENDATION
MARINE CORPS GOOD CONDUCT MEDAL
NATIONAL DEFENSE SERVICE MEDAL,
ARMED FORCES EXPEDIIIONARY MEDAL (IRAQ).
AFGHANISTAN CAMPAIGN MEDAL (W/I STAR).
IRAQ CAMPAIGN MEDAL (W/I STAR),
GLOBAL WAR ON TERRORISM EXPEDITIONARY
Hobbies include: TaeKwonDo, jujitsu, Mountain Biking and preparing for the Pacific Crest Trail.