Jason Upole
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Cybersecurity
Utica College
2018
Bachelor of Science - BS
Information Technology Management, with honors
American Public University System
2008
2022 : Present
AECOM
Technology & Cybersecurity Manager
Responsible for managing and directing the execution of offensive cyberspace operations for 11 joint services cyber teams, conducting cyberspace operations in support of three Combatant Commands; Directly accountable for authorizing execution.
2019 : 2022
U.S. Army Cyber Command
Deputy Chief of Operations, Joint Force Headquarters (Army)
Serves as Deputy Chief of Engineering of the Army's only forward deployed Theater Signal Command, in defense of the Department of Defense Information Network Army (DODIN-A) in the CENTCOM AOR. Ensures telecommunications/networks compliance, planning and managing the integration of diverse telecommunications systems into interoperable information networks supporting OPERATIONS FREEDOM SENTINEL, INHERENT RESOLVE, and SPARTAN SHIELD. Resolves transport and network configuration issues, by integrating technical efforts of military and civilian contract personnel then translating requirements into standards-based / cost efficient solutions.
2018 : 2019
US Army
Deputy Chief of Engineering, 335th Signal Command (T) (P), Camp Arifjan Kuwait
Commander of a Cyber Company composed of 113 Soldiers and 14 Department of the Army Civilians (DACs) responsible for conducting defensive cyberspace operations in support of US military operations for the Army; responsible for providing fit and ready Soldiers and DACs to conduct host, network, and support operations in support of Army defensive cyberspace operations.
2017 : 2018
U.S. Army Cyber Command
Company Commander, Cyber Protection Brigade
Served as the Cyber Network Defense Manager with the mission of ensuring the cyber posture, security, and defense for Army specific commands. Responsible for leading small teams, establishing policies and managing resources while balancing risk. Integrate teams collective. Maps and analyzes cyber terrain to identify Cyber Key Terrain (C-KT) and critical assets; develops and employs threat response actions. Develops risk mitigation plans and mission defense strategies. Provide operations support, training, and mission alignment within the Cyber Protection Team.
2014 : 2017
U.S. Army Cyber Command
Cyberspace Network Defense Manager, Cyber Protection Brigade
Skills
Army, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Cyber Defense, Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity Engineering, DoD, Information Assurance, Information Technology, Leadership, Management, Network Infrastructure, Operational Technology, Telecommunications Systems, Troubleshooting, TS/SCI Clearance
About
Cyber and information technology professional with a Top-Secret (TS/SCI) Security Clearance and over 22 years of proven experience in cyberspace operations, cybersecurity, business and systems analysis, project management, and technology integration within the Army, Department of Defense, Interagency, and Industry Partner communities. A visionary and strategic leader who delivers results by building consensus to solve the most challenging and complex problem sets within the emerging Cyberspace Domain. A trusted solutions-driven professional who views problems as opportunities for continuous improvement, driving change, and inspiring teams, through coaching and empowerment, toward achieving organizational goals.
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