This document summarizes the professional experience of Josh Pruitt, a Satellite Communication Network Manager and Military Veteran with over 7 years of experience in the United States Army. He has extensive experience managing teams and communication systems valued at over $25 million. Pruitt has led teams of up to 22 people and managed projects across Jordan, Iraq and Kuwait. He possesses technical skills in satellite communications, systems configuration, and intelligence databases.
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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Cybersecurity & Network Management, Military Veteran with over 6 years of proven experience in the United States Army. Possesses a comprehensive background in Team Leadership and Training derived from conducting domestic and international operations. Managed risks upon multiple lines to protect assets, property, and equipment valued over $10M.
Extensive knowledge in classroom instruction and operations. Recipient of multiple awards for outstanding performance and professionalism in the United States Army; career supported by a vast operational experience and formal leadership training.
· Secret Security Clearance
· Advanced Troubleshooting
· Training and mentoring
· Bi-Lingual (English/Spanish)
· Customer Service
· Security minded
· Leadership experience
· Detail oriented
· Exceptional Oral Communication
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
US ARMY – Fort Benning, GA Dec 2017 – Present
Information Technology Department Manager / Senior Systems Administrator
Managed administration, logistics, maintenance, and personnel management of 4 personnel; oversight of 12 Signal Team Supervisors
Applied innovative methods that increased the range of communications for the Organization; expanded operations
Implemented and maintained 380 military computer systems; enabled the Tactical Advanced Computer to disseminate information and provide Command & Control for over 20 operations
Selected to test the newest communications equipment; (WAN) system AN/PSC-15 The Global Rapid Information Package (GRRIP), The Mobile Broadband Kit (MBK), SIPR/NIPR Access Point (SNAP) terminals, Tracking radios TW-850-01 TSM Ghost, SHOUT nano GPS tracking, Tactical radios AN/PRC-117G Tactical Satellite (TACSAT), AN/PRC-119F (RT-1523), PRC-148C (IMBITR), AN/PRC-150C, AN/PRC-152A, DTCS RO tactical radio, End User Devices (EUD), Android Tactical Assault Kit (ATAK), Nett Warrior (NW), Nett Warrior Mission Planner (NMP), Platform AN/VIC-3, COMSEC Simple Key Loader (SKL), The Joint Enterprise Network Manager (JENM 3.3.x), Taclane (Micro KG-175D), Platform Encryption Device (PED) KGV-72, Joint Battle Command – Platform (JBC-P) and waveforms fielded due to expertise and aptitude
Standardized the organization’s Mission Command Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and radio configuration in order to support a foreign military’s operations
Maintained accountability of over $1M worth of communications equipment without loss or damage
Performed Information Assurance (IA), provided the security services and attributes of availability, authentication, confidentiality, integrity and non-repudiation; Network Operations (NETOPS) Service Desk Management, which includes incident and problem processing, change request processing, availability management and user interaction. Assisted in the planning, configuration, management, and monitoring of the wide area network (WAN)
Provided system administration (SA) to Tactical Battle Com ...
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
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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