Joshua Pierce
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Credentials
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Inclusive and Ethical Leadership Certificate
USF Corporate Training and Professional EducationFeb, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)
(ISC)²Jun, 2023- Sep, 2024 -
(ISC)² Candidate
(ISC)²Apr, 2023- Sep, 2024
Experience
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21st Signal Brigade
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United States
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Armed Forces
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director Razor University
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2023 - Present
coordiante and plan develop of training for geographically dispersed Satellite Communication brigade in the U.S. Army supporting over 1,300 military and civilian personnel across the continental United States. Manage programs of instruction for Information Assurance, Cyber Security and Satellite Communications systems supporting applicable military and federal guidance. Develop cost analysis and contracting requirements for military and private sector Information Technology/Assurance accreditation. Show less
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114th Signal Battalion
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United States
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Armed Forces
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Personnel and Program Manager SATCOM Systems Chief (Master Sergeant)
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2021 - 2023
Led operations for a geographically dispersed Nuclear Command and Control Communications (NC3) facility directly supporting the Secretary of Defense and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Responsible for management and allocation of resources supporting 24/7 operational readiness in support of Contingency Operations for Washington Headquarters Services. • Directed the execution of RF/SHF/UHF/EHF protected communication service support plans, emergency actions, force protection activities, and operations, providing command and control capabilities in the execution of the DoD Joint Staff Nuclear Command and Control (NC2) mission. • Recognized as Defense Threat Response Agency and Strategic Command as premier DoD Nuclear Command and Control Communications facility. • Developed Military Construction (MILCON) criteria and requirements to meet infrastructure, life support, security and risk management requirements; validated and approved plan by Washington Headquarters Services for over $75 million at geographically austere location. • Planned and execute inter-agency Chemical, Biological, Radioactive, Nuclear and Explosives (CBRN-E) cross domain training exercise at Pentagon Military Reservation site. • Extended influence and enhanced mission; created partnership with US Cyber Command Electronic Warfare Office • Managed for the readiness, welfare, safety, and morale of 36 soldiers and their families and associated equipment valued in excess of $40 million. Show less
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Group Supervisor, Operations Sergeant Major (Master Sergeant)
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2020 - 2021
Managed/Advised operations for an Army Strategic Signal Brigade with 1,300 personnel, comprised of two geographically dispersed battalions and five Network Enterprise Centers (NEC). Directed/managed all aspects of current, future, and planning operations, modernization efforts within the brigade and key advisor to the Commander on resource allocation. • Successfully delivered global Nuclear and National Command, Control, and Communications (N2C3), national messaging services, and enterprise services to support National Level Agencies, the Department of Defense, and other mission partners. • Provided situational awareness and updates to senior executives and Army Network Enterprise Technology Commanding General on protected communications support to Army units located in NATO countries during the start of the Russia Ukraine War. • Oversaw the brigade’s Cyber Security Division, responsible for the administration of the Risk Management Framework, Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service records, managed Authority to Operate/Connect to DoD networks, and prepared the 5 NECs for their Command Cyber Readiness Inspections. • Advised/managed the training, safety, family readiness, health, and welfare of 50 Department of Army Civilians, Army Officers, and Noncommissioned Officers. Show less
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Senior Personnel and Program Advisor, First Sergeant (First Sergeant)
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2019 - 2020
Legal Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Commander of the only signal company with strategic communications capability (medium and light terminals) supporting United States Forces Korea (USFK), 8th Army and the Pacific Theatre of operations on the Korean peninsula. • Advised/managed the execution of all aspects of SHF/HF communication service support plans, activities, and operations for 275th Signal Company, providing command and control capabilities for the Korean peninsula over operations in the South Pacific region. • Recognized as Defense Information Systems Agency and U.S. Army Pacific Communications facility of the Year, 2019 • Managed the readiness, welfare, safety, and morale of 82 military/civilian personnel and associated equipment valued in excess of $11 million. Show less
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Section Chief, Operations Noncommissioned Officer in Charge (Master Sergeant)
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2017 - 2019
Plans, directs operations in strategic signal battalion that provides global information services and autonomous communications support for National Nuclear Command, Control and Communications (N2C3) for Continuity of Operations and Emergency actions for the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. • Direct liaison with Raven Rock Mountain Complex, Washington Headquarters Services, Pentagon Force Protection Agency and local first responders to plan and coordinate cross agency communications/response for the Defense Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear Response Force prepared for incidents or attacks at Raven Rock Mountain Complex.• Managed Personal Reliability Program, developed common tactics, techniques and procedures for personnel tracking, medical readiness and training on critical nuclear support personnel.• Managed High Frequency communications support for Defense Support of Civil Authorities during National Federal Emergencies and Military Auxiliary Radio System.• Liaised with mission partners (National Guard Bureau, U.S. Northern Command, Federal Emergency Management Agency and Defense Information System Agency) to develop cross communication solutions utilizing terrestrial, satellite communications and High Frequency Radio infrastructure. Show less
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SATCOM Operations and Systems Chief (Sergeant First Class)
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2016 - 2017
Led operations for a geographically dispersed Nuclear Command and Control Communications (NC3) facility directly supporting the Secretary of Defense and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Responsible for management and allocation of resources supporting 24/7 operational readiness in support of Contingency Operations for Washington Headquarters Services.• Authored policies for NC3 facility to meet Office of the Secretary of Defense, Joint Pre/Post Operations Survivability, Sustainability and Endurability requirements. Advised and assisted Air Force, Cheyenne Mountain personnel on local standards and procedures.• Managed the readiness, welfare, safety, and morale of 24 soldiers and their families and associated equipment valued in excess of $40 million. Show less
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U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command
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United States
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Armed Forces
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200 - 300 Employee
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Training and Personnel Management/Instructor (Sergeant First Class)
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2014 - 2016
Managed the daily administrative and training, and operation for a Satellite Control facility supporting U.S. Forces Europe and Operation Iraqi Freedom/Enduring Freedom areas of operations. • Planned and executed the training, logistics, administration maintenance and security functions of 24x7 facility valued at over $55 million. • Oversaw the medical readiness, morale, welfare, discipline, and fitness of more than 64 Soldiers in preparation for and managed the maintenance and upkeep of $8 million worth of facilities for Soldiers living quarters and common areas. • Developed long range training, coordinated with adjacent units and host nation for support requirements. Show less
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302d Signal Battalion
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United States
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Armed Forces
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Personnel and Program Manager Advisor (Sergeant First Class)
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2012 - 2014
Legal Senior Enlisted Advisor to Commander of a headquarter detachment company with providing administrative, security, and logistical support to strategic satellite communications facilities across the continental United States.• Responsible for the readiness, welfare, safety, and morale of 43 soldiers, 75 Department of the Army civilians and their families and associated equipment valued in excess of $4 million.• Managed Contractual and treaty requirements for civilian workforce operating the Detrick Earth Station supporting U.S and Russian communication requirements.• Organization received Bronze Presidential Volunteer Service award for support/involvement within local community.• Managed administrative requirements supporting the Defense Information Systems Agency National Gateway Center Direct Messaging Systems. Show less
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First Sergeant
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2012 - 2012
Legal Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Commander of a signal company with strategic communications capability (heavy terminal) supporting standardized tactical entry point and terrestrial communications within the continental U.S. • Managed the readiness, welfare, safety, and morale of 99 soldiers, 15 Department of the Army civilians, their families and associated equipment valued in excess of $50 million.
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SATCOM Systems Chief (Sergeant First Class)
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2009 - 2012
Managed operations, maintenance and training for dual satellite communications standardized tactical entry point/gateway and terrestrial communications technical control group supporting strategic command and control within continental U.S.• Managed the readiness, welfare, safety, and morale of 74 soldiers, 5 Department of the Army civilians and their families and associated equipment valued in excess of $4 million.• Implemented metric based technical certification and training program. Planned and executed hands on assessments of technical skills; providing executive leadership accurate assessment of organizations capabilities and requirements. Show less
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Communications Chief and Foreign Advisor (Sergeant First Class)
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2008 - 2009
Chief of communications for U.S. Army Combat Advisory Team working with the Iraq Border Police Brigade; responsible for planning and implementation of critical tactical communications for headquarters, team, and four subordinate advisory teams. • Planned and implemented communication plan for over 100 combat patrols with 12 months deployed to Central and Northern Iraq engaging local civilian leadership, conducting reconnaissance missions, and deliberate enemy clearance operations. • Managed Electronic Counter-Counter Measure databases and load sets and performed duties as team Electronic Warfare Officer. • Served as the primary instructor for Iraq Border Patrol Forces in Ninewa Provence on the fundamentals and integration of communications capabilities with U.S. counterparts. Show less
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Satellite Control Operations Noncommissioned Officer
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2003 - 2008
Managed and directly daily operations, training and certification for U.S. Army on Dual Wideband Satellite Operations Center providing satellite network and payload control supporting Department of Defense. • Selected by U.S. Army Strategic Command (STRATCOM) to develop satellite network control training program for Australian Military. Assisted Department of Army and State Department official on formal presentation and review of program to Australian liaisons. • Planned and coordinated Defense Support of Civil Authorities during Hurricane Katrina. Planned strategic communications entry point supporting National Guard, Reserve and active components supporting Federal Emergency Management Agency National Incident Management Response. Show less
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Education
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2018 - 2020
Purdue University Global
Bachelor's degree, Science
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