1. DD A M I A NA M I A N BB O H A N N O NO H A N N O N
112 Derramadera Avenue Northeast, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87113
505.261.5753 damian.bohannon@gmail.com
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Current DOD Security Clearance
QQ U A L I F I C A T I O N SU A L I F I C A T I O N S PP R O F I L ER O F I L E
Multifaceted and enthusiastic professional, offering comprehensive knowledge of IT program management as supported
by certifications, training, and diversified work experience. Recognized for integrity, solid work ethic, and exemplary
dedication to perform beyond established goals and directions. Able to perform various key functions and follow
instructions independently. Articulate communicator with a naturally personable attitude, capable of establishing
intuitive connections with diverse individuals.
Established a reputation for consistently earning multiple promotions throughout career for excellent performance and
professionalism
AA R E A SR E A S O FO F EE X P E R T I S EX P E R T I S E
IT Project Management Program Integration and Merger
Network Administration Data Management Systems
Strategic Planning and Development Training and Development
Custom Systems Development Industrial, Physical, and IT Security Program
Multimedia and Photography Testing, Quality Assurance, Rollout and Support
PP R O F E S S I O N A LR O F E S S I O N A L EE X P E R I E N C EX P E R I E N C E
ABACUS TECHNOLOGY CORP., ALBUQUERQUE, NM | 2000–2015
Communications Division, Kirtland Air Force Base
Current DOD Security Clearance
Emergency Operations Manager | Communications Division Equipment Custodian
C4 Systems Manager | Industrial Security Manager | Safety Manager | Training Manager 2006–2015
Served as subject matter expert to the installation leadership on all communications issues, including provision of
technical solutions for all infrastructures such as network control center, radio communications, base mail, public
affairs, and telephone systems.
Performed asset procurement, while coordinating efforts with government and private enterprises to remediate
emergencies.
Prepared and submitted all memorandums of agreement and memorandums of understanding with KAFB mission
partners and stakeholders from the surrounding communities.
Expertly handled all IT issues, concerning public affairs or multimedia, as well as Kirtland AFB mail distribution and
records management systems.
Provided guidance to higher headquarters, installation commanders, unit commanders, and first and emergency
responders on Communications Emergency Management (EM) Program; encompassing major accident and natural
disaster prevention, preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation.
Drafted and implemented policy guidance to prepare installation and unit plans, as well as checklists for major
accidents and natural disasters.
Rendered communications assistance to federal, state, and local governments for response, recovery, and mitigation
efforts following presidential emergency or disaster declarations.
Served as an integral member of the Crisis Action Team (CAT), responsible for issuing stop-work and back-to- work
orders; protecting essential equipment, computers, electromagnetic capabilities, and communications systems; and
performing emergency response, damage assessment, and recovery and restoration of services in response to
emergency conditions.
Managed and maintained incident notification warning systems; along with mass notification systems across
installation- and DOD-wide.
Oversaw the Base Emergency Communications Center (ECC), ensuring utilization of emergency communications
network in all units and interoperability of all communications between all agencies involved.
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2. DD A M I A NA M I A N BB O H A N N O NO H A N N O N
112 Derramadera Avenue Northeast, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87113
505.261.5753 damian.bohannon@gmail.com
Prepared and executed a common operating plan and COP to meet accessibility and interoperability goals of
communications and information management.
Observed strict compliance with national interoperable communications standards during development associated
with NIMS community, which was designated by the National Integration Center (NIC).
Career Highlights:
Initiated the development of mutual aid agreements with surrounding telecommunications peers within private
industry and government organizations.
Established and implemented the first communications plan to field triage and hospitals at remote sites.
Administered the programming and upgrade of mass notification and telephone systems to Avaya VoIP.
Led the certification and accreditation of network systems with USAF Cyber Security Command.
Took charge of providing IT support to the nation’s nuclear enterprise, while contributing in the construction of
its first Nuclear Weapons Center.
Handled and accomplished numerous IT-related projects within the Veteran’s Administration Hospital IT
Department toward the improvement of network capabilities and provision of a more capable computer security
program.
United States Air Force Public Affairs and Multimedia Departments
Senior Multimedia Specialist | Public Affairs | Support Services Equipment Custodian
Network Administrator | Industrial Security Manager | Safety Manager | Training Manager 2004–2006
Held full accountability in managing all contract employees’ security clearances.
Served as liaison between corporate agencies and the government.
Guaranteed facility security for all communication division facilities.
Played a key role as safety manager for all employees, working within communication division contracts.
Presided over all professional training for contract employees in adherence to USAF training requirements.
Career Highlights:
Facilitated the merger between multimedia and public affairs assets and personnel to a single career field and
command structure.
Earned selection to serve as equipment custodian for support services branch of the KAFB Communications
Division.
Photographer and Videographer | Multimedia and Public Affairs Specialist
Computer Support Agent | Network Support Agent | IT Workgroup Manager 2000–2004
Assumed full responsibility in overseeing on-call alert assignments; as well as documenting mishaps and law
enforcement investigations for numerous agencies, including Department of Justice (DOJ), Department of Defense
(DoD), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and other state and local law enforcement agencies.
Demonstrated expertise in aerial, medical, news, media, investigative, and forensics photography; as well as digital
imaging, computer graphics, animation, and videography.
Career Highlights:
Acted as point of contact to coordinate communications and visits for the President and other distinguished
visitors to Kirtland AFB in collaboration with the Secret Service.
Pioneered the Kirtland AFB first network-based imagery archival system by providing network administration
support to the KAFB Records Management Department during its transition to a completely digital format; as
well as to the Veteran’s Administration Hospital Records Management Department during its conversion to an
electronic-based system.
Rendered IT support to Veteran’s Administration Hospital to improve their data management systems.
Wrote request for proposal (RFP) and request for quotation (RFQ) for procurement of commodities, services,
and contracts from vendors or business partners to establish contracts.
Led subcontracts through the entire lifecycle of statements of work (SoW).
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3. DD A M I A NA M I A N BB O H A N N O NO H A N N O N
112 Derramadera Avenue Northeast, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87113
505.261.5753 damian.bohannon@gmail.com
EE A R L I E RA R L I E R CC A R E E RA R E E R
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
New Mexico National Guard, Communications Division
Visual Information Specialist, Operation Iraqi Freedom/Operation Enduring Freedom/ Global War Terrorism 1997–2004
Combat Communications/ Combat Cameraman 1994–1997
EE D U C A T I O ND U C A T I O N
Bachelor of Science in Workforce Education and Training Development with Emphasis in Adult Education: 2006
SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY, CARBONDALE, IL
Associate of Science in Electronics Engineering: 1998
ITT TECHNICAL INSTITUTE, ALBUQUERQUE, NM
Associate of Science in Communications and Public Affairs: 1996
COMMUNITY COLLEGE OR THE AIR FORCE, MONTGOMERY, AL
CC E R T I F I C A T I O N SE R T I F I C A T I O N S
CompTIA Certifications: Security+, Network+, and A+: 2007
CED Solutions, Atlanta, GA
International Association of Emergency Managers Certification: IAEM: 2011
Falls Church, VA
New Mexico Emergency Managers Association Certification: NMCEM: 2011
Albuquerque, NM
TT R A I N I N GR A I N I N G
2015–2016 Network Administration: New Horizons Computer Learning Centers, Albuquerque, NM
2015 STEMulus Coding Bootcamp for Developers: Central New Mexico Community College, Albuquerque, NM
2012–2014 First Responders Course | Emergency Operations Center Course | Emergency Operations Manager Course
Emergency Support Function Course for Communications Technology
Federal Emergency Management Agency, Emmetsburg, MD
2010 Emergency Management Course: United States Air Force, Fort Leonard Wood, MO
2009–2010 Program Management Course | Distributed Learning: Defense Acquisition University, Fort Belvoir, VA
2009 Cyber Surety Course: United States Air Force, Biloxi, MS
2008 Computer Systems Programming Course: United States Air Force, Biloxi, MS
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2002
Combat Camera and Public Affairs Leadership Course: Department of Defense, Baltimore, MD
IT Communications Civil Support Team Course: Department of Defense, Nevada Test Site, NV
2002 Noncommissioned Officer Academy, Graduated with Honors: United States Air Force, Albuquerque, NM
1999–2000 Visual Information Manager Course: Department of Defense, Baltimore MD
1998 Digital Multimedia Course: Department of Defense, Baltimore MD
1997 Airman Leadership School, Graduated with Honors: United States Air Force, Alcoa, TN
1996 DoD Photojournalism Course: Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY
1995 Public Affairs, Multimedia, Visual Information: Defense Information School (DINFOS), Pensacola, FL
Civil Engineer Institute of Technology: United States Air Force, Wichita Falls, TX
AA W A R D SW A R D S A N DA N D HH O N O R SO N O R S
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4. DD A M I A NA M I A N BB O H A N N O NO H A N N O N
112 Derramadera Avenue Northeast, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87113
505.261.5753 damian.bohannon@gmail.com
Communications Airman of the Year | Multiple Employee of the Quarter Awards | Air, Commendation, and Achievement
Medals
PP R O F E S S I O N A LR O F E S S I O N A L AA F F I L I A T I O N SF F I L I A T I O N S
International Association of Emergency Managers
New Mexico Emergency Management Association
New Mexico Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management
New Mexico State Interoperable Communications Working Group
New Mexico State Interoperable Preparedness Council
New Mexico State Public Safety Interoperable Communication Program
New Mexico State Emergency Communications Grant Program
New Mexico State SAFECOM Guidance on Emergency Communications Grants
AA C T I V I T I E SC T I V I T I E S
Youth Coach–Bernalillo County, YMCA, Primetime Athletics
Volunteer–Emergency Management Plan, Archdiocese of Santa Fe
Volunteer–Mentorship Program, Albuquerque Public Schools, Big Brothers of New Mexico
TT E C H N I C A LE C H N I C A L AA C U M E NC U M E N
Critical thinker who can assimilate information from many different sources to produce sound strategic solutions. Ability to
make insightful judgements in emergency or time sensitive matters. Sound decision maker who can understand how IT
affects other departments within the organization and has skill-set to coordinate well with finance, marketing, healthcare, or
any other functional managers to enhance capabilities and meet goals. Strategically devise program planning to envision
future goals and success of technological solutions to the organization. Effective communicator with distinct ability to
explain IT solutions in terms relative to the target audience. Problem solver who emphasizes quality solutions for the entire
lifecycle of programming projects. Able to draw from years of experience and expertise to always be mindful of cost saving
solutions while maximizing profit without sacrificing quality. Natural leader, productive teammate, and displays exemplary
professionalism at all times.
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