Chris Oldham
Halifax,NS
Summary
Dynamic Information Systems Security Manager with expertise in managing security incidents and implementing robust security controls. Committed to protecting sensitive data and fostering effective team collaboration to ensure compliance and enhance organizational resilience.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Information System Security Manager
DND - NTG NFS(A)
Halifax, Nova Scotia
11.2022 - Current
- Managed incident response procedures to address security breaches effectively.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities in systems and processes.
- Implemented security controls to protect sensitive data from unauthorized access or modification.
- Responded quickly to any reported breaches of information systems or data loss events.
- Provided company users with tech support for IT problems and account maintenance.
NCS Halifax OPS Chief
Royal Canadian Navy
Halifax, NS
09.2022 - 11.2022
- In charge of 5 Communications watches that ran 24/7
- All administrative and planning duties for the watches to include requests for contract extensions, organizing personnel on watches and day staff.
- Disciplinary action on members
- Managing employment limitations of members due to physical or emotional/ psychological restrictions.
SO Communications - Naval Forces Readiness
Royal Canadian Navy
Halifax, Nova Scotia
06.2018 - 08.2022
- Reviewed and corrected SOCDs regarding communications projects/improvements for HMC Ships. Recommending or rejecting them and passing them forward when appropriate for implementation to Ottawa.
- ISSO for NFR (Naval Forces Readiness) section as well as NCI
- Security rep, Safety Rep, Training Coordinator, Ethics Coordinator, Workplace Relations Advisor and A/ Harassment Advisor.
Coxswain
Royal Canadian Navy
Halifax, NS
05.2018 - 05.2019
- Part of the Command Triad onboard HMCS Kingston.
- Administrative supervisor for all members aboard, arranging pay for Reserve Force members
- Enforced rules and discipline onboard an HMC Ship during 2 deployments
- Drafted messages to begin and stop deployment benefits for the crew.
Personnel Coordination Center- OPS Analyst
Royal Canadian Navy
Halifax, Nova Scotia
04.2017 - 05.2018
- Coordinated personnel for 5 Combat trades to fill positions that were vacant on Ships proceeding to sea
- Liaised with shore authorities to find employment for sailors of 5 Combat trades when they were landed from ships proceeding to sea or for members unfit to proceed to sea.
- Unit drug testing coordinator, also serving the MARLANT Fleet
- ISSO of PCC(A) as well as the ISSO for HMCS Athabaskan until the ship was towed away for destruction. If I had not remained as ISSO then the systems onboard for the remaining members that were removing essential gear and cataloguing before final tow couldn't have stayed
Senior Naval Communicator/ ISSO
Royal Canadian Navy
Halifax, NS
07.2015 - 03.2017
- Ran the largest Naval Communications section afloat aboard HMCS Athabaskan
- Acting Combat Chief at sea and alongside, running the Combat section of the ship while both of the CPO2s were landed during 2015 and 2016.
- Trained junior personnel on communication protocols and equipment usage for enhanced team efficiency.
- Collaborated with various naval units to streamline information sharing across departments.
- Implemented standard operating procedures for effective management of communication resources.
- Assisted in the coordination of communication networks between ships and shore stations.
- Command platform at sea until the last Destroyer turned over the role to CPF HMCS Fredericton. Then supported FRE until they were capable to run with the duty.
- Revolving door for junior Naval Communicators during the final years of Athabaskan as a training platform. Continually taking junior members to sea to maintain my section of 22 members and progressing their training.
- Decommissioned the last of the Destroyers in the fleet, handled the planning and ceremonial details of the decommissioning ceremony and sailpast.
Primary Leadership Instructor
Royal Canadian Navy
Halifax, NS
04.2014 - 06.2015
- Developed leadership training programs to enhance team collaboration and communication.
- Facilitated workshops to promote critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Mentored aspiring leaders through personalized coaching sessions and feedback.
- Evaluated participant progress and adjusted training methods as needed.
- Conducted assessments to identify leadership gaps within teams and departments.
- Engaged participants in experiential learning activities to reinforce key concepts.
- Maintained records of student attendance, grades, and overall progress throughout the course.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student performance and progress towards learning objectives.
- Served as a mentor by offering advice about job opportunities in the field of leadership.
- Provided feedback to individuals on their leadership capabilities and potential areas of improvement.
- Facilitated group discussions on topics such as effective decision-making, goal setting, and time management.
- Monitored individual student behavior during class sessions and addressed any issues accordingly.
- Provided one-on-one support for struggling students through additional tutoring sessions.
- Integrated guest speakers into the curriculum whenever possible.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods for leadership courses.
- Collaborated with other instructors on initiatives designed for improving the program's outcomes.
- Monitored student performance and offered feedback to support goal achievement.
- Enhanced students' confidence and progress by promoting diligence and determination with difficult tasks.
- Delivered group lectures and hands-on demonstrations to instruct students.
- Established and communicated clear objectives for lessons and projects.
- Assessed student needs in context of qualifications, limitations, abilities and interests.
- Encouraged students to explore individual learning opportunities to expand knowledge of subject areas.
- Prepared and administered tests and assessments to track and monitor academic performance.
- Developed and deployed oral and written assessment strategies for optimal review of student abilities.
- Mitigated learning gaps and effectively delivered curriculum to students.
Naval Communicator
Royal Canadian Navy
Halifax, Nova Scotia
05.1996 - 03.2014
- Operated advanced communication systems on naval vessels during missions.
- Coordinated secure message transmissions with military and civilian agencies.
- Trained junior personnel in communication protocols and equipment usage.
- Analyzed communication data to ensure signal clarity and reliability.
- Managed radio communication logs and maintained equipment readiness.
- Facilitated emergency communication procedures during critical operations.
- Collaborated with diverse teams to enhance operational effectiveness at sea.
- Provided technical support for navigation and tactical communication systems.
- Performed preventive maintenance on communication systems to maintain optimal performance levels.
- Monitored and operated various electronic equipment to ensure proper transmission and reception of messages.
- Coordinated activities between multiple agencies related to long-distance communications projects.
- Conducted tests on new communications systems and software programs prior to deployment in operational environments.
- Provided training for personnel on the use of new communications technologies and methods.
- Participated in exercises involving simulated scenarios designed to test emergency response capabilities.
- Compiled data from communications logs to identify problems with communication equipment or procedures.
- Updated maps showing global coverage areas based on real-time satellite tracking data.
- Assisted in the coordination of communication networks between ships and shore stations.
- Troubleshot technical issues with communication systems to restore service quickly.
- Assessed effectiveness of shipboard antenna configurations by conducting field tests at various distances from land-based transmitters.
- Utilized encryption techniques to protect sensitive information during transmissions.
- Interpreted weather forecasts in order to make decisions regarding operations of sea-based vessels.
- Maintained records of message traffic transmitted or received via radio, telephone, teletype and other communication systems.
- Evaluated network security protocols for potential vulnerabilities or weaknesses.
- Operated command and control center systems and equipment.
- Observed and monitored data, voice and alerting systems.
- Used telecommunications systems, two-way radios and intercom system to communicate with teams.
- Led modifications and installation upgrades of facilities and equipment.
- Maintained and updated daily event logs and entry authority lists.
- Assessed situations and alerted staff to initiate emergency action.
- Managed communications between personnel for continual connections during missions.
- Gathered, controlled and destroyed communication materials.
- Monitored video displays and accessed control activities, fire systems and life safety systems.
- Performed troubleshooting to determine issues with communications systems and maintain readiness.
Education
High School Diploma -
Caledonia Senior Secondary
Terrace06-1992
Skills
- Incident response
- Security controls
- Compliance management
- Data protection
- Risk assessment
- Effective communication
- Team leadership
Timeline
Information System Security Manager
DND - NTG NFS(A)
11.2022 - Current
NCS Halifax OPS Chief
Royal Canadian Navy
09.2022 - 11.2022
SO Communications - Naval Forces Readiness
Royal Canadian Navy
06.2018 - 08.2022
Coxswain
Royal Canadian Navy
05.2018 - 05.2019
Personnel Coordination Center- OPS Analyst
Royal Canadian Navy
04.2017 - 05.2018
Senior Naval Communicator/ ISSO
Royal Canadian Navy
07.2015 - 03.2017
Primary Leadership Instructor
Royal Canadian Navy
04.2014 - 06.2015
Naval Communicator
Royal Canadian Navy
05.1996 - 03.2014
High School Diploma -
Caledonia Senior Secondary