Charles Ballas

MARSOC MRTC Facilities Manager/Logistics Specialist, Jacobs Technology Camp Lejeune, NC at JACOBS TECHNOLOGY GROUP, INC.
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Victor Haines

Found Mr. Ballas honest and straight forward , very strong in his work ethics. I would be very pleased in working with Mr. Ballas at any time and place as he was a very good superviser,

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Credentials

  • Contracting Officer's Representative Certificate
    Defense Acquisition University
    Apr, 2015
    - Oct, 2024
  • Remedy ver. 8.1 Asset Manager/Incident Manager Training
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    May, 2014
    - Oct, 2024
  • Information Technology Information Library (ITIL) v3 Foundation
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    Nov, 2010
    - Oct, 2024
  • A+ Certified Service Technician
    CompTIA
    Nov, 1999
    - Oct, 2024

Experience

  • JACOBS TECHNOLOGY GROUP, INC.
    • United States
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • MARSOC MRTC Facilities Manager/Logistics Specialist, Jacobs Technology Camp Lejeune, NC
      • Apr 2023 - Present

      As facilities manager/logistics specialist for MRTC/MARSOC I plan, perform & direct all maintenance service for 26 buildings & 27 outdoor training sites. Serve as an advisor & SME for MRTC on logistics/facilities support, and special event related matters. Also serve as liaison between MRTC & G-4 Facilities for various projects and upgrades to ensure the living standards, health regulations. Interact closely with vendors and maintain close contact with external maintenance resources. Use MAXIMO, an application to submit maintenance requests (manage/monitor work orders). Responsible developing & implementing short and long-term plans, goals, and objectives. As the facilities manager I formulate and update maintenance services policies, procedures, and standards for operations; maintain a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable policies, procedures, codes, and regulations for managing infrastructure for projects related to maintenance services. Also manage inspection, planning, programming, scheduling, repair, & maintenance as well as maintain control and accountability of all keys belonging to MRTC Facilities. As the facilities manager I am the on-site point of contact with all contractors, gov’t employees, military personnel, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information or resolve problems. On request the MRTC facilities manager may monitor and recommend local maintenance budget requests, determine future needs, assess resources required to accomplish maintenance services, and participate in building inspections during turnover because of MILCON – GOV’T acceptance. Participate in meetings with staff and other departments. Oversee contracted janitorial/cleaning services, performs minor building repairs, and performs other duties as assigned which consist of building inspections, first echelon audio/video and telephone support, insect and rodent control, minor grounds keeping. Show less

    • MARSOC MRTC Facilities Manager (S-4), Jacobs Technology/MOG, Camp Lejeune, NC (Tampa Group)
      • Jan 2020 - Apr 2023

      Facilities manager for MRTC / MARSOC, responsible to plan, perform and direct all maintenance service functions for 23 buildings and 27 outdoor facilities. Serve as an advisor/subject matter expert (SME) to the MRTC on logistics/facilities support, and special events related matters. Alternately serve as liaison between MRTC and G-4 Facilities for various projects and upgrades to ensure the living standards, health regulations and safety issues in the barracks are up to Marine Corps standards. Utilize MAXIMO online processing application to submit maintenance requests and to manage/monitor all work orders. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to developing and implementing short and long term plans, goals and objectives. The facilities manager also formulates and updates maintenance services policies, procedures and standards for operations; maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable policies, procedures, codes and regulations for managing infrastructure for projects related to maintenance services. Other responsibilities consist of managing the inspection, planning, programming, scheduling, repair, and maintenance to include preventive maintenance projects as well as maintain control and accountability of all keys belonging to MRTC Facilities.The facilities manager serves as the on-site point of contact with all contractors, employees, military personnel, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information or resolve problems. On request the MRTC facilities manager may recommend and monitor local maintenance budget requests, determine future needs and assess resources required to accomplish maintenance services.Participates in meetings with other departments and staff; oversees contracted janitorial/cleaning services, completes minor repairs and performs other duties as assigned. Show less

  • Jacobs / Mission Operations Group
    • Camp Lejeune, NC
    • Communications Training & Evaluation SME
      • Aug 2016 - Jan 2020

      Provide training & evaluation in support of Marine Corps Special Operations Command Communications training. Directly provide advice, user support and level 1 IT Tech support for the Marine Raider Training Center as a member of the S-6 staff. Provide exercise after action analysis in order to ensure training objectives were met. Manage/Process network access /email account requests. Administer the student/staff check-in/out process. Additional responsibilities: Assist with the asset management of all communications and information technology equipment used by the students (classroom and in the field). Assist government personnel providing Help Desk Support for classrooms and desktop support for all field computing devices (laptops/printers & external peripherals). Manage Telecommunications Service Requests (TSRs) submitted for additions, changes, or deletion of services. Extensive use of Remedy and the organization’s Work Log (via SharePoint) to track, manage all services provided and controllable assets. Provide at the local level, management and control of all the organization’s commercial wireless devices and services. Coordinate the issue and return of tactical data and satellite equipment used for local training and exercises. Initiate actions to repair IT devices (i.e. desktop & laptop PCs, printers, video, and scanners) when damaged or scheduled for routine maintenance. Perform the services as a Trusted Agent (PKI); process incoming/outgoing personnel, order and issue access (SIPR Net) tokens, coordinate with the Help Desk regarding the installation of any specific software requirements. Deploy with students to provide onsite technical support during designated training exercises. Support would encompass planning of data systems architecture, information systems compatibility (Army-Marine Corp), remote processing requirements, cellular usage (setup of cellular devices and signal boosters) and Wi-Fi requirements. Show less

  • Jacobs / Advanced Systems Group
    • Camp Lejeune, NC
    • MARFORCOM Site Lead (IT)
      • Oct 2006 - Jun 2015

      Onsite Lead Details: Manage site sustainment techspt, transition & IT refresh efforts (MARFORCOM). Participate in daily meetings, telecons, & work groups. Schedule, coordinate & assist with data collection-analysis. Oversee activities associated to life-cycle sustainment of the USMC IT environment. Direct Support as an Asst. Asset Mngr. Uitilize Remedy to manage IT assets, & create/track IT Svc Rqts. Process inquiries submitted by MCIEast/MCB Lejeune units. Utilize various IT apps (BelManage, MARS, NET) to analyze/manage assets. Assist gov’t CTRs provide training, tech guidance, & day to day systems/user management of IT services. Ensure accuracy of info, assess the state of the enterprise & site infrastructure. Apply formal processes at each location, prioritize & resolve issues associated with asset management, tracking & life-cycle sustainment. Assist in developing processes to effectively resolve technical or programmatic issues impacting management of IT assets, (customer surveys, managing apps, & create/monitor/track svc rqts). Assist in developing & executing formal strategies to accommodate shifting priorities in the IT environment. Ensure accurate asset management & quality control measures are in place & maintained. Coordinate support schedules ensuring availability of tech support is aligned with the site matrix. Submit formal reports to the Task Lead/PM to provide an overview of support activities, services, accomplishments, & identified risks at each supported location. Respond to all queries from the RCOR or Gov’t PM. Tm Lead Details (14 Direct/Indirect TmMbrs): Supervise 7-14 prsn’l at 4 locations (NC/SC/VA). Conduct site visits, perform general Admin/HR tasks. Exp: performance eval processes, conducting applicant interviews, writing superior performance recommendations. Advise management on issues not within my authority. Create awareness & support regulations established by the Safely Awareness Program. Show less

  • Northrop Grumman Mission Systems
    • Project Manager II (East Region Coordinator / Site Lead Camp Lejeune / STAT-NMCI)
      • Sep 2003 - Oct 2006

      Provided NMCI transitional, asset reconciliation expertise & direct assistance (NMCI Life Cycle Sustainment) assistance to the Site Transition Officer-In-Charge (STOIC). When directed by the STOIC, provided reporting input to the Site Health Tracker & the Marine Asset Requirements System (MARS). Responsibilities included ensuring STAT support was provided to all subordinate units within the authority of the STOIC, oversight of STAT NMCI transition procedures & processes (Execution Discipline, Decision Meetings, Resource Scheduling Checkpoints, & Post-cutover roundtables). As a subject matter expert, provided oversight to ensure effective use of the tools necessary for the team to accomplish task support. (NET/EITSMS, ISF Tools, SRMS) Identified site shortfalls, worked closely with Lead Contract Technical Rep & NMCI Site Manager, coordinated any additional training. Provided input to numerous reports pertaining to various facets of transition, asset reconciliation, & general NMCI requirements. Daily responsibilities included administration oversight of 14 analysts, reports to Regional/Enterprise Mgmt Grps & briefs to senior leaders, LCTR/CTRs, & Information Systems Coordinators on issues relating to NMCI transition, Tactical Plan, Asset Reconciliation, coordination of offsite support to remote locations, and general NMCI concerns. Implemented Change Management at all possible levels through education/team support. As the regional coordinator, responsibilities involved managing NMCI STAT/AR support for 11 major Marine Corps sites (Base/Air Station) which consisted of numerous major command elements. (Approx 34,000 NMCI seats/assets) Personnel management roles included HR responsibilities at the local level, employee evaluations, mentoring and training, fostering team building and cooperation among various subcontractors, providing leadership while developing team goals that were inline with the organization’s vision and the business unit’s operational objectives. Show less

  • Northrop Grumman Information Technology
    • Technical Manager (C4ISR)
      • Aug 2000 - Sep 2003

      Applied systems analysis/design techniques to complex computer systems supporting C4I initiatives for various Intelligence Staff sections (II Marine Expeditionary Force). Responsible to guide users in formulating requirements, conduct feasibility studies, & advise on alternatives while recommending optimum approaches/designs to all projects. Responsibile to provide guidance/direction for network architecture/installation (NIPRNet/SIPRNet) process; system upgrade recommendations, cost estimates/site surveys (network infrastructure), guidance on issues encompassing infosec processes/procedures. Assigned as Information Systems Coordinator with primary focus directed on NMCI integration/transition & future IT requirements. As TM, acted as the Government’s point-of-contact, providing technical supervision/guidance to personnel responsibile to maint C4I systems (JWICS/JDISS/AMHS/RMS/NetRanger/IPL/SIPRNet/LOCE). Exerted management ability, strong interpersonal skills, & team leadership to meet organizational goals effectively. Responsible for planning/scheduling work assignments, prepared various reports/presentations. PM responsibility consisted of maintaining a close relation with the customer to ensure the requirements of all supported projects were accomplished. 15 delivery orders ($4.7M) were managed within funded limits & performance objectives attained. Maintained communication with senior/functional area managers regarding status of projects assigned. Worked closely with NGIT PM/Asst PM, providing time sensitive data used to submit CDRLs. Created draft SOWs/developed cost proposals used for funding/appropriations decisions. Aggressively sought opportunities for new business. Maintained positive relationship with the customer. Demonstrated excellent oral/written communication skills. Personnel management skills included team building, technical skills development/training, professional mentoring, & development of operational goals to support corporate vision. Show less

  • General Dynamics Corp. (Worldwide Telecommunications Services)
    • Camp Lejeune, NC
    • Field Service Technician (C4I Hardware Support Lead)
      • May 1997 - Aug 2000

      Supervised the daily work assignments of two field service technicians and one administrative technician assigned to support the Info Systems Section, 2d Intelligence Battalion, II Marine Expeditionary Force (II MEF). I coordinated the service support responsibilities for approximately 3500 CIS items that were associated with the military’s C4I program (I2P2 Contract). This task included both data and video communications networks on the following military systems: JMICS, JWICS, MEF IAS, IOW, GCCS, GIS, DTAMS, COC (I), and TCAC. As a technician, I assisted in the repair and preventative maintenance of all C4I IS equipment. I effectively diagnosed problems and evaluated all options, used organizational and motivational skills to promote efficient job performance, and demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills. Additionally I coordinated all employee personnel issues and training with the General Dynamics Field Task Supervisor and/or Regional General Dynamics Human Resources Office. Show less

  • United States Marine Corps
    • Served with numerous units subordinate to II MEF/Camp Lejeune NC
    • SIGINT/EW Communications Specialist (PFC- MSgt/2651) & Marine Corps Recruiter (SSgt/8411)
      • Jul 1974 - Aug 1997

      I served in various positions during my career as a SIGINT/EW & COMINT Specialist (MOS 2651) & as a Marine Corps Recruiter (MOS 8411). My military career placed me in the following positions, each demanded different levels of responsibility: Battalion Communications Chief (2d RadBn S-6 Chief/SIGINT/COMINT); DIV G-2 SIGINT/EW Chief; DIV G-2 Intel Ops Chief; DIV Asst. Security Manager/Data Systems Chief (2dMarDiv G-2); COMINT Chief/SNCOIC (5th SSCT/HQ Co. 2d MarDiv); CMS Custodian (2dRadBn); SCI COMINT Tech Controller & SCI COMINT Tactical Support for JTF-7 (Deployed) NSA/CSS (Ft. Meade, MD.); and SCI COMINT CNTR Supervisor (NSGA GTMO, Cuba). While serving in each of these assignments I held no less than a TS/SCI (DoD/DIA) security clearance, often with various levels special access (i.e. NATO, etc.). In each of these positions I managed and coordinated organizational C4I, SIGINT/COMINT responsibilities and often held leadership positions at the small unit level. Ensured operational and administration aspects were provided for the effective support of all garrison and field operations. Managed assets/resources (fixed plant & tactical), organizational equipment, personnel, and supported the unit’s mission statement. In many of my leadership positions, I was also responsible to provided technical and military training in order to maintain a consistent and effective state of operational readiness. During my military career I participated in numerous training exercises, and was stationed at an overseas location where I was involved with providing real-world intelligence support at the national level. Other real-world experience in intelligence activities and participation was while assigned with NSA/CSS (1976-1978) and 2d MarDiv/G-2, IIMEF (1990-91/Persian Gulf). Show less

Education

  • Baker College
    Master of Business Administration - MBA, Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
    1998 - 2000
  • Baker College Center for Graduate Studies
    Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Computer and Information Sciences, General
    1998 - 2000
  • University of Mount Olive
    Bachelor’s Degree, Management Organizational Development (MOD)
    1995 - 1997
  • Prairie View A&M University
    Architectural Engineering, N/A
    1970 - 1973

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