James McAdam, CISSP
Computer Scientist at Eglin Air Force Base- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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CompTIA Security+
CompTIADec, 2014- Oct, 2024 -
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
(ISC)²Oct, 2020- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Eglin Air Force Base
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United States
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Armed Forces
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100 - 200 Employee
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Computer Scientist
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Sep 2022 - Present
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402d Software Engineering Group - Robins AFB
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United States
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Defense and Space Manufacturing
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100 - 200 Employee
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Computer Scientist
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Jan 2022 - Sep 2022
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United States Department of Defense
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Armed Forces
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1 - 100 Employee
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Operations Research Analyst
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Dec 2017 - Jan 2022
-Member of the Enterprise Systems Management Team (ESM)-Expert knowledge of various IT applications such as: Active Directory, Powershell, Directory and Resource Administrator (DRA), Microsoft Management Console (MMC), SQL Server Management Studio, DameWare, Hyper-V Manager, Computer Management, RegEdit, Remote Desktop Connection (RDP), SCAP Compliance Checker, DISA STIG Viewer, Footprints, Group Policy Management, and Tanium-Track all computer information regarding hardware and software for every asset on the Robins AFB Network through Beacon (MS Access Database)-Responsible for tracking over 20,000+ Computer Accounts and over 21,000 User Accounts-Ensure both User and Computer accounts are deleted/disabled as needed according to DISA STIGs-Ensure monthly reports are generated for computer assets and user accounts-Ensure AIM and DRMO data is imported weekly-Created Access Database to help CE streamline and automate their meter reading process of tracking and reporting monthly findings-Developed an Access Database to help SMXG keep track of their computer replacement progress of 1400+ Computers drastically reducing manually data-entry-Through research and theory I successfully converted the IT Depot database to utilize an enterprise SQL back-end to improve efficiency--Efforts provided a faster and more robust database application used to track all RAFB ITEC inventories, valued at over $56M-Generated ADPE inventory reports used for the successful migration of RAFB to Windows 10-Revamped Robins AFB Asset Refresh process to further improve efficiency and reducing wait time on new assets to be released and deployed-Created standard operating procedures for configuring plotters post Windows 10 to CSTs-Served the 78 ABW/SC as a backup data mining specialist supporting request for JAG, OSI, and FOIA-Serve as technical subject matter expert for the submission and tracking of change management request
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Odyssey Systems
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United States
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Government Administration
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400 - 500 Employee
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Functional Specialist
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May 2017 - Dec 2017
-Member of Director’s Action Group (DAG) in AFLCMC/WWQ--Responsible for the technical planning and set-up of all Program Management Reviews (PMR), Logistics Management Reviews (LMR), and Financial Management Reviews (FMR)--Responsible for conducting process improvement reviews to further improve the organizations effectiveness as a whole-Conduct periodic compliance reviews in response to requirements or policy changes and developed procedures to insure only authorized users had access to the needed systems to ensure data integrity-Pull data from Defense Logistics Information System (DLIS), S&K Global Solutions data repository sites, the OCONUS Saudi Al-Raha Group for Technical Services (RGTS) data repository sites, and monthly shipping reports provided to us by the RSAF-Administrator over Management Information Tracking System (MITS)--Lead developer for on-going changes are requirements were updated to provide live metrics in terms of charts and graphs--Responsible for coordinating and directing the analysis and decision making of over 3,500 items yearly (Buyer/Seller & Unclassified/Classified)--Effectively and efficiently supported in managing and tracking unclassified and classified items--Provided additional support when needed to brief leadership on Organic Repairs, Beyond Economic Repair (BER), Beyond Physical Repair (BPR), Report of Discrepancy (ROD), and MICAPS-Knowledgeable with a wide variety of automated data systems such as: SAMIS, LDMS, COGNOS, and ABSS-Conducted Research and Analysis on data sets to predict forecasting on data to determine validity and forecasting of parts-Built data models to provide visualization of theories/modeling for management to better make decisions on parts and spares for the F-15 aircraft.-Served as lead IT-Technician for all of F-15 FMS
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Systems Administrator
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Jun 2015 - May 2017
-Expert level knowledge and experience in Customer Support--Extensive expertise with distributing computer images across a Wide Area Network (WAN)--Extensive expertise in troubleshooting, systems administration, and network support-Extensive knowledge and use of various network software to perform tasks--Active Directory for adding new machines and re-joining old machines that had been removed due to inactivity--VMWare to test various software related issues on Windows 7 32-bit instances to help troubleshoot--DameWare for remoting in to customers machines for troubleshooting and support purposes, as well as software installations--Microsoft Management Console (MMC) with the following snap-ins for troubleshooting and support: Device Manager, Computer Management, Disk Management, Event Viewer, Performance Monitor, Services, and TPM Management-Expert level knowledge with managing/supporting all Robins AFB network and standalone printers--Manage 3000+ Network/Standalone multi-function device (MFD) printers on Robins AFB-Understand purchase requests (PRs) and Air Force printer acquisition requirements--Provide Government customer requirements definition and acquisition advice for new hardware devices and associated software suites/tools best suited to satisfy their organizational needs--Assist in network assessments to identify the potential impacts of connecting any previously unapproved devices and instruct Government customers on the DISA/USAF approval processes-Expert level knowledge of DISA Security Technical Implementation Guide--Use scientific research and data analysis to write the RAFB Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for these networked devices to assist Tier 1 and 2 IT support personnel in their system troubleshooting-Responsible for providing management with technical guidance--Use scientific research and data analysis outcomes when advising of any alternative actions if available
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Intergraph Government Solutions
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United States
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Defense and Space Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Program Analyst
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Jan 2013 - Jun 2015
-Conduct periodic compliance reviews in response to requirements or policy changes and developed procedures to insure only authorized users had access to the needed systems to ensure data integrity-Pull data from Defense Logistics Information System (DLIS), S&K Global Solutions data repository sites, the OCONUS Saudi Al-Raha Group for Technical Services (RGTS) data repository sites, and monthly shipping reports provided to us by the RSAF-Administrator over Management Information Tracking System (MITS)--Lead developer for on-going changes are requirements were updated to provide live metrics in terms of charts and graphs--Responsible for coordinating and directing the analysis and decision making of over 3,500 items yearly (Buyer/Seller & Unclassified/Classified)--Effectively and efficiently supported in managing and tracking unclassified and classified items--Provided additional support when needed to brief leadership on Organic Repairs, Beyond Economic Repair (BER), Beyond Physical Repair (BPR), Report of Discrepancy (ROD), and MICAPS-Knowledgeable with a wide variety of automated data systems such as: SAMIS, LDMS, COGNOS, and ABSS-Conducted Research and Analysis on data sets to predict forecasting on data to determine validity and forecasting of parts-Built data models to provide visualization of theories/modeling for management to better make decisions on parts and spares for the F-15 aircraft.-Served as lead IT-Technician for all of F-15 FMS
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Advanced Core Technologies
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United Kingdom
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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Database Administrator
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Apr 2007 - Oct 2012
-Expert level knowledge and experience with Structured Query Language (SQL) Server in a .NET environment using Microsoft Visual Studio--Database Encryption on both table and whole database encryption, stored procedures, create views, cursors, database schemas, table relationships, and backups/recoveries--Ensured confidentiality, integrity, availability, and non-repudiation of all data and systems-Extensive experience creating web services to pull large data from vendor sites--Vendors include FEDLOG, VAVetBiz, GovTrack, Small Business Administration (SBA), Hoovers, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA), United States Geographical Survey (USGS), and Central Contractor Registration (CCR)--Data was pulled to supply the information to populate geo-spatial map so customers could view by Congressional Districts the dollar figures associated with each district--Additionally would pull data from NOAA and USGS to display on the map whether or not certain suppliers would be effected by national disasters-Extensive experience & knowledge with the design, development, and adaptation of databases--Responsible for providing forecasted data to determine the status of various items at a later date in terms of availability and lifetime for each item--Extensive experience with providing analytical reports via SQL Server Analytical Reporting Services--Served as primary analyst for providing advice and insight regarding the effects of integrating new data sources with existing systems--Responsible for designing and conducted new test procedures when obtaining data from new sources to validate for data integrity--Responsible for compiling, organizing, and analyzing all data to ensure validity
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Education
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Georgia College & State University
Master of Management in Information Systems, Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing -
Macon State College
Bachelor of Science (BS), Information Technology