Dean Melson AvMP, PMP, CSM
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Belcan
Information Security Engineer
Responsible for the escalation and de-escalation of technical issues related to corporate and customer
segment networks and applications. Lead and supervise a group of geographically separated I.T. technicians in the daily support of engineering contracts.
Manages all aspects of problem management and major incidents requiring immediate resolution
Coordinate with service delivery managers to provide immediate adoption of service operations.
2021 : 2022
Belcan
Level II Group Lead
Responsible and accountable for the smooth operation of Information Technology in support of the
Department of State Airwing in Afghanistan. Works seamlessly with multiple government contract partners to provide secure and reliable technological strategies that streamline aviation operations in an austere environment.
Directs technological research by studying organization goals, strategies, practices, and user projects.
Maintains quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards.
Plans budgets and recommends technological changes to lower the cost of ownership and enhance
automation.
2019 : 2021
Belcan
IT Manager
Served as the principal advisor of Command Control Communication Computers Cyber Information
Management/Information Technology (C5IM/IT) to the J6 Program Manager for the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers Afghanistan District. Oversees and manages the daily C5IM/IT operations and ensures the
performance of the $22M Information Technology/Information Management.
Provide leadership throughout simultaneous project components : vision, strategy, metrics, information
governance, organization and roles, information life cycles, and enabling infrastructure configuration
management.
Guides resources to meet necessary goals. Performs variance analysis (including schedule, costs vs.
budgets, resources, and changes to scope).
Performs project risk assessment quantification, response planning, and control.
Works in close coordination with the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) on all aspects of the
contract including submission of Contract Deliverable Requirement List documentation
2018 : 2019
Salient CRGT
Project Manager
Served as aviation installation director over the main operating base in Kabul and forward operating base in Kandahar, Afghanistan. Responsible for advising, assisting, and representing the Department of State Airwing/Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Office of Aviation (INL/A) in all facets of installation management, staff control, and supervision of installation managers. The installation provided support services to 400-750 government civilians and contractor personnel. Continually coordinated with various managers, special staff elements, and tenants.
Managed and directed the Installation staff, which is organized into various divisions and offices.
Directed and oversaw short, mid, and long-range planning of installation activities, providing program
objectives, development strategy, and direction.
Assisted in planning and coordinating Combined and Joint aviation operations throughout the entire host nation area of operations.
Managed daily activities of the organizational staff members to ensure compliance with corporate,
contractual, and legal requirements.
Managed construction projects, contracted services, and performed duties as the on-site point of contact.
2013 : 2018
DynCorp International
Ground Site Manager
About
MANAGEMENT
As a project and program manager, I strive to drive down the total cost of ownership through increased
efficiency, process examination, restructuring, and seamless delivery. Mission accomplishment that
supports value-add to business outcomes and personnel development is my goal.
COMMUNICATION
I am fluent in presenting and articulating project plans and statuses to program owners and sponsors.
My military and government contracting experience provide me with the confidence to communicate with
all government levels effectively.
LEADERSHIP
I have 19 years of success in leading diverse teams of professionals in austere, geographically separated
locations with limited resources. As a Marine, I have extensive experience serving as a skilled trainer,
mentor, and senior performance manager to aspiring professionals. I consider it my responsibility to
resolve conflict, build teams, and maintain strong unit cohesion by setting the example and mentoring
personnel to ensure our organization advances its mission.
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