Experience

Digital Global Connectors, LLC (DGC)

• United States
• Computer and Network Security
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chief Operating Officer

  • Oct 2020 - Present

  Chantilly, Virginia, United States Miguel is the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Digital Global Connectors (DGC) and is responsible for providing leadership, management, vision, and direction for the successful growth and delivery of DGC Cyber Security Services. He aids in overseeing all contracts and projects to ensure quality service delivery and optimal execution and operations.



Cyber Guardian Threat Solutions LLC

• United States
• Computer and Network Security
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chief Executive Officer

  • Aug 2017 - Present

  Ashburn, Virginia, United States As CEO, I am responsible for every aspect of the management, leadership, and success of CGTS including high-level strategic decisions and those that direct the company's overall growth. I am also responsible for setting the tone, vision, and culture of the organization, while also ensuring the growth of the service delivery and business development divisions of CGTS and ensuring financial and human resource goals are met.



NCyTE Center

• United States
• Computer and Network Security
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Advisory Committee Member

  • Sep 2020 - Present

  United States The NCyTE Center is committed to improving the quantity and quality of existing cybersecurity resources and building upon these resources to develop effective training and teaching modules. By concentrating on student development; professional development; and curriculum development, revision, and dissemination, NCyTE Center incorporates effective outreach efforts to raise awareness and build viable partnerships among academia and industry.



Air National Guard

• United States
• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• Cyber Warfare Officer

  • Jan 2018 - Present

  Maryland Responsible for a wide range of weaponry, training and intelligence efficiencies, Cyberspace Operations Officers are the foremost experts on the vast world of cyberspace. From computerized, satellite and airborne communications to postal operations and tracking systems, Duties: Execute cyberspace operations and information operations functions and activities. Plan, organize, direct, and execute cyberspace and information operations such as Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO), Offensive… Show more Responsible for a wide range of weaponry, training and intelligence efficiencies, Cyberspace Operations Officers are the foremost experts on the vast world of cyberspace. From computerized, satellite and airborne communications to postal operations and tracking systems, Duties: Execute cyberspace operations and information operations functions and activities. Plan, organize, direct, and execute cyberspace and information operations such as Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO), Offensive Cyber Operations (OCO), Department of Defense (DoD) Information Network (DoDIN) Operations and Mission Assurance for Air Force weapons systems and platforms. Such operations cover the spectrum of mission areas within the cyberspace domain. Show less



ManTech

• United States
• IT Services and IT Consulting
• 700 & Above Employee

• Executive Director - ManTech

  • May 2018 - Dec 2021

  Washington D.C. Metro Area As an integral part of a team of senior technologists in the ManTech Labs Innovation Center, I support the most challenging, complex growth-oriented initiatives across all Defense, Intelligence, and Federal Civilian markets. Responsibilities include designing current and future solutions that are consistent with operational best practices, maintaining a strong knowledge of emerging technologies, interfacing with operations and customers in order to continuously improve ManTech… Show more As an integral part of a team of senior technologists in the ManTech Labs Innovation Center, I support the most challenging, complex growth-oriented initiatives across all Defense, Intelligence, and Federal Civilian markets. Responsibilities include designing current and future solutions that are consistent with operational best practices, maintaining a strong knowledge of emerging technologies, interfacing with operations and customers in order to continuously improve ManTech Labs. Additional duties: • Develop differentiated, compelling solutions for most complex pursuit opportunities • Build capacity, capability, and demand across full sales lifecycle and program transition/start-up • Enhance sophistication and maturity of existing cybersecurity solution offerings in continuous diagnostic monitoring, insider threat, cyber defense, cyber range, etc. • Advance information sharing among practitioners through support to ManTech’s Communities of Practice and leading Independent Research and Development (IRAD) projects Show less



CACI International Inc

• United States
• IT Services and IT Consulting
• 700 & Above Employee

• Senior Program Manager

  • Aug 2017 - Apr 2018

  Washington D.C. Metro Area As a Senior Program Manager (PM), I was responsible for business development and capture management functions including the development of complex Cybersecurity and Enterprise IT solutions for an element of the CACI business sector. Duties included technical proposal development, customer engagement, performing in-person delivery of oral presentations to government technical evaluation boards, and taking part in in-person question and answer sessions.



US Navy

• United States
• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• Cryptologic Warfare Officer

  • Apr 2011 - Jan 2018

  Commissioned in U.S. Navy as an Cryptologic Warfare Officer. Leads Information Warfare (IW) missions by leveraging a thorough understanding of the tenets of Information Operations, sensor/weapons, national systems capabilities, and limitations. Strong leadership skills resulted in effective integration of effects-based warfare. Developed tactics, techniques, and procedures to realize efficiencies, resulting in tactical, strategic, and business advantages. Implemented innovative initiatives and… Show more Commissioned in U.S. Navy as an Cryptologic Warfare Officer. Leads Information Warfare (IW) missions by leveraging a thorough understanding of the tenets of Information Operations, sensor/weapons, national systems capabilities, and limitations. Strong leadership skills resulted in effective integration of effects-based warfare. Developed tactics, techniques, and procedures to realize efficiencies, resulting in tactical, strategic, and business advantages. Implemented innovative initiatives and applied expert leadership capabilities to motivate people, efficiently apply resources, and execute critical missions. Continues to serve as a Naval Reserve Officer. Show less



Copper River Information Technology

• United States
• IT Services and IT Consulting
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Program Manager

  • Oct 2016 - Aug 2017

  Arlington, Virginia As the Senior Program Manager for Copper River Enterprise Services, I led a team of analysts and engineers responsible for all aspects of cybersecurity governance, privacy, cybersecurity engineering, e-discovery and forensics, and a Computer Security Incident Response Team (CSIRT).



CSRA Inc

• United States
• IT Services and IT Consulting
• 700 & Above Employee

• Lead Network and Security Engineer - Assistant Deputy Program Manager

  • Aug 2014 - Sep 2016

  Washington D.C. Metro Area As the Lead Contract Security Engineer, I lead a team of engineers responsible for assessing and improving the cybersecurity of a DHS component enterprise network. I am responsible for all aspects of designing, testing, implementing, and maintaining transformational cybersecurity infrastructure initiatives utilizing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Systems Engineering Life Cycle (SELC).



SRA, a CSRA company

• United States
• Information Technology & Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Cybersecurity Program Manager

  • Mar 2013 - Aug 2014

  Arlington, VA I am responsible for managing the technical aspects of developing, implementing, and improving client Insider Threat detection capability. In this regard, I am also responsible for managing the project scope, schedule, and requirements of program implementation as well as being directly responsible for managing a staff of 4 technical team leads and 12-15 analysts and engineers.

• Computer Network Defense/Information Assurance Program Manager

  • Jul 2010 - Mar 2013

  As the CND/IA Contractor Lead for the Army National Guard (ARNG) enterprise network "GuardNet XXI", I manage a team of CND and IA Analyst's responsible for every aspect of defending ARNG computer networks throughout the 50 U.S. States, 3 U.S. Territories, and the District of Columbia. Team responsibilities include; handling classified spillage and Personally Identifiable Information (PII) breach reporting and Incident Handling, Certification and Accreditation of systems, CND analysis and CND… Show more As the CND/IA Contractor Lead for the Army National Guard (ARNG) enterprise network "GuardNet XXI", I manage a team of CND and IA Analyst's responsible for every aspect of defending ARNG computer networks throughout the 50 U.S. States, 3 U.S. Territories, and the District of Columbia. Team responsibilities include; handling classified spillage and Personally Identifiable Information (PII) breach reporting and Incident Handling, Certification and Accreditation of systems, CND analysis and CND audit functions, management and configuration of Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), vulnerability assessments, as well as management and configuration of Host Based Security Systems (HBSS). Successfully coordinated, managed and controlled the infrastructure replacement of all ARNG IDS/IPS on time and within budget throughout the 50 U.S. States, 3 Territories, & the District of Columbia utilizing a diverse team of: ARNG civilian employees, uniformed officer, warrant, and enlisted soldiers, contractors and subcontractors.



Marine Corps Recruiting

• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• Information Assurance Workforce Program Manager

  • Jun 2009 - Jul 2010

  As the IA Workforce Manager for the Marine Corps, I was the Marine Corps Program Manager for DoD 8570.01-M Information Assurance Workforce Improvement Program (IA WIP). I also served as the Headquarters Marine Corps (HQMC), Command, Control, Communications, and Computers (C4; domain, Information Assurance lead for the Inspector General of the Marine Corps (IGMC) inspection team, as well as Information Technology Procurement Board membership. Other duties include: Preparing and disseminating… Show more As the IA Workforce Manager for the Marine Corps, I was the Marine Corps Program Manager for DoD 8570.01-M Information Assurance Workforce Improvement Program (IA WIP). I also served as the Headquarters Marine Corps (HQMC), Command, Control, Communications, and Computers (C4; domain, Information Assurance lead for the Inspector General of the Marine Corps (IGMC) inspection team, as well as Information Technology Procurement Board membership. Other duties include: Preparing and disseminating official USMC Information Assurance guidance in the form of MARADMINS, Enterprise Information Assurance Directives (EIADs), and other communiqués. Show less



AT&T

• United States
• Telecommunications
• 700 & Above Employee

• MGR OPS Planning and Design SE/CA

  • Aug 2005 - Jul 2010

  Manager Operations Planning & Design SE/CA (Lead Engineer) Designed and managed projects for network infrastructure projects to meet current and anticipated needs; As an engineer, was responsible for the tracking, allocating, and deployment of workforce, capital, and expense resources. Have managed 150+ projects within 15% budget deviation allowance and designed $5M+ in network infrastructure, representing 150+ projects with 100% on-time delivery rates through devotion to duty, teamwork… Show more Manager Operations Planning & Design SE/CA (Lead Engineer) Designed and managed projects for network infrastructure projects to meet current and anticipated needs; As an engineer, was responsible for the tracking, allocating, and deployment of workforce, capital, and expense resources. Have managed 150+ projects within 15% budget deviation allowance and designed $5M+ in network infrastructure, representing 150+ projects with 100% on-time delivery rates through devotion to duty, teamwork, and attention to detail. As a Lead engineer, was responsible for overseeing all details involving the construction and maintenance of outside plant for five engineers in three separate defined geographic areas. As Project Manager in charge of engineering Quality and Compliance, performed quality control audits of engineering work orders for all engineers in my direct supervisor's chain of command. In role of relieving Area Manager, was given the additional responsibility of relieving for my supervisor in periods of his absence. Show less



AT&T

• United States
• Telecommunications
• 700 & Above Employee

• Electronic Technician

  • Jan 2000 - Jan 2005

  Responsible for maintaining, provisioning, and repairing Central Office switching and SONET transport equipment. Performed all necessary and routine maintenance schedules for central office digital switching equipment, which included advanced logical troubleshooting, routine office imaging and backups, provisioning and turn up of DLC systems, plug-in installation, as well as installation of new generic software upgrades. Led teams responsible for determining root causes of, and developing… Show more Responsible for maintaining, provisioning, and repairing Central Office switching and SONET transport equipment. Performed all necessary and routine maintenance schedules for central office digital switching equipment, which included advanced logical troubleshooting, routine office imaging and backups, provisioning and turn up of DLC systems, plug-in installation, as well as installation of new generic software upgrades. Led teams responsible for determining root causes of, and developing solutions for, highly complex technical problems, as well as implementing solutions, and reporting findings to Area and Director level managers. Strong background in telecommunication protocols e.g. TDM, SONET, SS7, ATM, & Frame Relay. Show less



MOTOROLA

• RF Technician

  • Jan 1998 - Jan 2000

  Performed component level repair of HF radios in a production environment.



Marine Corps Recruiting

• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• Microwave Equipment Repairman

  • Jan 1997 - Jan 1998

  Repaired HF, VHF, UHF, & SHF radio systems. Employed cryptographic systems.