Jeffrey Rude
Redondo Beach
Summary
Program management professional with history of driving projects to successful completion. Known for fostering team collaboration and delivering results in dynamic environments. Proven expertise in risk management and resource allocation.
Strong background in operational strategy and cybersecurity, developed at CMTC and the U.S. Air Force. Skilled in NIST SP800-171 compliance and enhancing small business cybersecurity resilience, as well as leading ISO 9001 quality programs. Acknowledged for exceptional project leadership and a strategic approach to Defense sector challenges.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Manager and Operational Lead – Defense Services & Cybersecurity
California Manufacturing Technology Consulting (CMTC)
01.2015 - Current
- Responsible for managing small business cybersecurity projects
- One-on-one client training and counseling in Cybersecurity IAW the DoD requirements and NIST Requirements
- Assist with examining and evaluating client current security strategies
- Guidance on best practices and fundamentals for maintaining good cyber hygiene
- Guide manufacturers on cybersecurity self-assessment for the DoD
- Provide guidance, assistance, and training to small businesses seeking to comply with these regulations, including FARS/DFARS Regulations, NIST 800-171 Compliance, Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC)
Program Manager, Defense Services
California Manufacturing Technology Consulting (CMTC)
01.2007 - Current
- Managed research and developments programs focused on defense logistics that involved the Battlefield Breakout Backorder Initiative (B3I) Program, working with the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)
- He manages the program oversight and operational control of CMTC’s Integrated Manufacturing Network and developed and manages Defense Services’ ISO 9001 certified management system
- Responsible for managing the day-to-day operations and monitoring the cost, schedule and performance of the Supply Chain Response Improvement (SCRI) contract and the Rapid Response (R2) contract with the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)
- Managing the Reverse Engineering and creation of engineering drawings, CAD models, inspections
- Managing the ISO 9001 Quality Program status within the organization
- Develop tools, approaches and methodologies to assess SME capabilities
- Develop approaches to assess and qualify SMEs for DoD procurements
- Industry, financial, operational and product capability of manufacturers to meet DoD requirements
OPERATIONAL RESPONSIVE SPACE PAYLOAD MANAGER
U.S. Air Force
01.2005 - 01.2009
- SATELLITE DESIGN AND PAYLOAD MANAGER
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Established relationships with multi intelligence agencies to determine payload application and design.
SPACECRAFT PROJECT MANAGER, ALTERNATIVE INFRARED SATELLITE SYSTEM (AIRSS)
U.S. Air Force
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Advance the state-of-the-art and scientific knowledge in space and missile technology in the Risk Reduction for the Alternative Infrared Satellite System (RR-AIRSS): The Alternative Infrared Satellite System (AIRSS) program is being managed by the Developmental Planning Directorate of the Air Force Space and Missile Command (SMC/XR). AIRSS is a parallel program to the Space Based Infrared Satellite (SBIRS) High geosynchronous satellite number 3 (GEO 3).
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
FLIGHT COMMANDER
U.S. Air Force
01.2002 - 01.2005
MISSILE OPERATIONS TRAINING INSTRUCTOR
U.S. Air Force
01.2000 - 01.2002
MISSILE COMBAT CREW COMMANDER
U.S. Air Force
01.1998 - 01.2000
ACQUISITION OFFICER
Electronic Systems Center (ESC)
01.1997 - 01.1998
- Voice Protocol Systems (VPS) PROJECT MANAGER ($34M)
- Telecommunication Management Systems (TMS) PROJECT MANAGER ($67M)
Education
Masters of Science - Management
Troy State University
01.2001
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Temple University
01.1995
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Project management
- Detail-oriented
- Strategic planning
- PMP
- Expert in Cybersecurity NIST SP800-171r2
- Cybersecurity Assessments
- Space Systems Operations and design
- ISO9001 Implementation
- MS suite of programs
- Acquisition Professional
Accomplishments
Supervised and managed a ten person team in the reverse engineering over three dozen, mechanical and electro-mechanical, "warstopper" parts for the USAF, USN and USMC.
Managed three different U.S. Government contracts
Created the Quality Management System, ISO 9001-2015
Other Education Training
- ISACA Cybersecurity Fundamentals
- Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE) Risk Management Framework (RMF)
- Industrial Security Basics
- Insider Threat
- Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI)
- Phishing and Social Engineering: Virtual Communication Awareness Training
- Cybersecurity for Security Personnel
- Continuous Monitoring
- Supply Chain Threats
- Adversarial Capital
- Cyber threats
- Zero Trust
- Defense Acquisition University Cybersecurity
- Certified Level 2& 3: Program Management ∙ PMP
- Test and Evaluation Course
- National Security Space Institute Space Professional Course 100, 200 and 300
- Air Education & Training Command Passive Space Signals Advanced Fundamentals
- Passive Space Surveillance Advanced Fundamentals
- Evaluation and Instructor Certification
- Initial Qualification Training, Minuteman III
- Undergraduate Space and Missile Training
- Acquisition Fundamentals Course (Defense Acquisition University) Certification
Professional Highlights
- United States Air Force, 01/96, 01/08
- Honorable Discharge from Active Duty, USAF, 01/09
Timeline
Program Manager and Operational Lead – Defense Services & Cybersecurity
California Manufacturing Technology Consulting (CMTC)
01.2015 - Current
Program Manager, Defense Services
California Manufacturing Technology Consulting (CMTC)
01.2007 - Current
OPERATIONAL RESPONSIVE SPACE PAYLOAD MANAGER
U.S. Air Force
01.2005 - 01.2009
SPACECRAFT PROJECT MANAGER, ALTERNATIVE INFRARED SATELLITE SYSTEM (AIRSS)
U.S. Air Force
01.2002 - 01.2005
FLIGHT COMMANDER
U.S. Air Force
01.2002 - 01.2005
MISSILE OPERATIONS TRAINING INSTRUCTOR
U.S. Air Force
01.2000 - 01.2002
MISSILE COMBAT CREW COMMANDER
U.S. Air Force
01.1998 - 01.2000
ACQUISITION OFFICER
Electronic Systems Center (ESC)
01.1997 - 01.1998
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Temple University
Masters of Science - Management
Troy State University
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