1. JOSH PRUITT
Winston Salem, NC
(770) 656-2365
JoshPruitt@outlook.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-pruitt-752170113
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Satellite Communication Network Manager and Military Veteran with a Top Secret Security SCI Clearance
and 7+ years of proven experience in the United States Army. Accomplished measurable results while leading teams
of 22 in a dynamic, fast - paced environment. Possess a comprehensive background in System Integration,
Intelligence Database and Advanced Technology derived from conducting domestic and global operations in
Jordan, Iraq and Kuwait. Managed risk upon multiple lines to protect assets property and equipment valued over
$25M while meeting the expectations of senior leadership. Possess extensive knowledge in Strategic Planning,
Transmission and Power Distribution. Recipient of multiple awards for outstanding performance and
professionalism in the United States Army. Career supported by IT certifications and an Associate of Science in
Satellite Communications.
 Satellite Communications
 Diagnostics / Troubleshooting
 Data Collection / Analysis
 Proficiencies
 Training and Development
 Policy Implementation
 Systems Configuration
 Inter – Agency Collaboration
 Microsoft Office Suite
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
UNITED STATES ARMY – Various Locations 2009 – Present
Intelligence & Electronic Warfare Manager
Planned, supervised, and integrated the installation, operation, and maintenance of strategic and tactical satellite
communications assemblages and systems; Operational Management for 8 specialized technicians in 100+
International Intelligence projects.
 Controlled the destruction of classified media with no spillage and reduced man hours needed by 50%
 Responsible for a deployable Intelligence Operations providing all source intelligence analysis production
 Managed Distributed Common Ground System – Army (DCGS-A) systems; primary system to post data,
process information, and disseminate Intelligence
 Disassembled and prepared the Big Picture Visualization Center for turn – in; resulted in a total of $675K of
obsolete equipment removed from operational areas
 Managed organizational maintenance programs for communications systems, equipment and vehicles valued
in excess of $10M with an operational readiness of 98%
 Contributed to a 99.96% link reliability rate in 50 satellite communications missions exceeding the DISA
standard of 99.5%
 Constructed, tested, and troubleshot satellitelinks; performed daily, weekly, monthly, and annual
maintenance on satellite equipment including converter frequency response sweeps
 Established workload, work schedules, and maintenance priorities; consolidated system and network
statistics and reports; submitted to network control headquarters
 Proficient with signal path construction, testing, and troubleshooting between various devices
Systems Configuration Manager
Managed 6 Technicians in network configurations, maintenance, and troubleshooting network connectivityproblems
on PC and peripheral equipment; oversaw the installation of network printers and addition of printing systems to
domain.
 Managed and supervised a Command Post Node (CPN) Team that provided communication support for
training exercises
 Led 2 major 130+ person training event; which simulated international secure communication operations
project

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 Perform lifecycle functions to include saving and transferring user’s profiles, removal of old systems, and the
installation of up to date systems
 Resolved connectivity issues with domains, networked printers, peripheral devices and mobile platforms
 Wrote communications bulletins and other correspondence memorandums; conducted training orally to
provide guidance and ensure those involved with operations are current with latest technical procedures
UINTED STATES ARMY – (continued)
Action Request Operations Supervisor
Installed, maintained, and repaired satellite communication and telecommunication systems; Integrate signal systems
and networks, including local area networks, wide area networks, and routers Valued over $1M; while providing
technical assistance, acting as Help Desk Manager and training to network and communications system users.
 Managedan automationprojectto relocateautomationandcommunicationsystemsfor a totalof 45 personnel
resulted in 100% functionality
 Assignedas an Information SystemsOfficer (ISO)maintainedautomationsystems, useraccountsand training
for 5 locations in compliance with stablished IA regulations
 Selected to travel to Afghanistan and Kuwait to maintain and manage all the automation issues for region
 Resolved complex issues and provided exceptional customer service for over 100 client tickets which gained
a reputation as a subject matter expert
 Investigatedcommunicationsoperationsto increaseprotectionfrom sabotageand other securitythreatsusing
problem-solving skills and finding solutions to other signal related impediments
Tactical Satellite System Team Chief
Constructed, tested, and troubleshot satellite links; managed 2 technicians, performed daily, weekly, monthly, and
annual maintenance on satellite equipment including converter frequency response sweeps.
 Analyzed, designed, modeled, andsimulatedcommunicationssystems, subsystems, andalgorithmsfor satellite
communications networks
 Designed and modeled data – links, digital radio, information security project management, and control
systems
 Modeled and simulatedwideand localarea networks, point – to – point systems, securesystems, signalcoding
and modulation schema, digital radio / communications technology and network architecture design
 Analyzed and provided information on space segment lease cost, bandwidth requirements, and frequency
management
 Developed strategies to effectively leverage and integrate new technologies into existing network
infrastructure
 Responsible for over $6M of repair parts, vehicles, associated antennas and power generation equipment
EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS
Associate of Science in Satellite Communications from Central Texas University
Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician CCENT – Cisco
Advanced Leader (Mid-Management) Course
Warrior Leader (Basic Management) Course
Satellite Communications Operator and Maintainer
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Satellite Communications: AN/TSC-167F Satellite Transportable Terminal, AN/TSC-156 Tactical SHF Satellite
AN/TSC-85D Satellite Communications Terminal, AN/TSC-93D/E Satellite Communications, Phoenix, CDSS,
TGS, TROJAN, JMICS, USC-60, Hawkeye, SNAPs, DKETs
Software: Microsoft Office (2003, 2007, 2010)
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Outlook), SharePoint
Operating Systems: Mac / Microsoft Windows (95, 98, XP, Vista), Windows 7, Windows 8, Linux