1. C H R I S T O P H E R S T A P H Y L A R I S Phone: (786) 999-4197
PSC 822 BOX 1619, FPO, AE 09621-0017
staphylaris@yahoo.com
O B J E C T I V E
Tenacious, diligent and outgoing professional eager to leverage an exemplary work ethic and Top Secret and
SCI security clearances toward supporting an organization’s goals and objectives.
K E Y Q U A L I F I C A T I O N S
• Management experience of over 20 years and consistent key contributor to the growth and success of
any endeavor due to superb management skills, relentless work ethic, and dedication to the overall
success and big picture. Consummate team player that never settles for mediocre.
• True professional and unparalleled leader. Unmatched critical thinking skills. Handles stressful and
last minute requests with dedication and courtesy well above his pay-grade.
• Decade long experience in writing and implementing programs, manuals, budgets, and creating new
ideas to ensure overall success at every level.
• Possesses active Top Secret and SCI security clearances thru 2015.
P R O F E S S I O N A L E X P E R I E N C E
Teleport Operator and Maintenance Specialist, Rome Research, Naples, Italy, 2011 to Present, (44hrs/wk)
• Maintain and operate commercial and Navy Teleport program equipment and STEP program
equipment including but not limited to: Ku Band earth terminals, C Band earth terminals, Ka Band
earth terminals.
• Oversee and monitor all installs that pertain to C4I and other integral systems in support of all
military operations in the MED and IO.
• Draw up and connect ship, ground mobile force, submarine missions in accordance with SAA
received from RSSC and GAA received from DISA and CONNEX utilizing C4I installed
equipment.
• Qualified on all Teleport and Navy watch stations including X-Band terminals.
• Maintain up-to-date records of equipment calibrations, mission status, mission outages and
troubleshooting efforts.
• Provided sustainable, cost effective commercial (C-, Ku- and emerging Ka-Band) satellite
communications (SATCOM) services to Department of Defense (DOD) users under the DSTS-G
(DISN Satellite Transmission Services – Global) contract.
• Worked with SCPC, FDMA, TDMA, SSMA based systems.
• Worked with all types of SATCOM hardware such as switches, modems, BUCs, LNAs, LNBs,
HPAs, SSPAs, antennas, feed horns, etc. Experienced with link performance measurement
equipment such as spectrum analyzers, DSP’s, firebird test sets, etc.
• Experienced with IP over satellite platforms such as iDirect Linkway, and Linkstar IP modems.
Trained with iSite, iMonitor, and iBuilder software. Cisco Router 7600, Newtech modems, TMCS,
AN/FSC-78, AN/GSC-39, Ka Terminals, EHF, earth terminals using UFO and Milstar satellites,
2. UHF DAMA terminals, MIDAS, PROMINA, ST-1000, Block Frequency Upconvertors,
Downconvertors, IP Convergence Suites, GBS, DVB-RCS, DVB-S2, Enhanced Bandwidth
Efficient Modems in all modes including 8PSK, QPSK, and BPSK, MD-1030 Modems, DSCS,
DFCS, KG-84A, KG-194, KIV-7, KYK-13, KWR-46, KOI-18, KY-57, KG-175, KY-58, KYV-5, KG-
250, TACLANE, KIV-7M, KIV-19, Provided help support under the DATS (DISN Access Transport
Services) contract which delivers network capacity to support applications to include unclassified
voice, data and video capabilities for the military.
• Responsible for coordinating troubleshooting of terrestrial circuits (128k, DS1, DS3, OC3, OC12,
etc) and worked with multiplexers
• Maintained and operated first and second level time division multiplexers, Digital modem systems
with multiple emulation modes, computer controlled Enhanced Tactical Satellite Signal Processor,
high power transmitters, remote timing sources, mechanical systems, tracking systems,
uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), and wave guide systems. Operated, programmed and
calibrated various RF and digital test equipment to include: Scalar Network Analyzers, Spectrum
Analyzers, Synthesized Sweep Generators, RF Power Meters, Digital Test Sets, Internetwork
Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, IEEE488 Interfaces, RS-232c interfaces, and Transmission Test Sets.
Trained and briefed personnel on operation and maintenance of various communications
equipment. FireBERD 6000, Fiber Optics light source, Fiber Optics power meter, TELECOM
testers, DATACOMM testers.
• Provides a second and third point of escalation to customers to resolve issues with expediency
• Ensures all daily tasks and reports are completed and completes monthly and seasonal reports to
Program managers as required.
• Provided 24/7 Level I and Level II support services for satellite and terrestrial based networks
around the globe.
• Worked with remote DoD users to peak antennas and check polarization for proper access with
various satellite vendors such as Intelsat, SES Americom, New Skies, etc.
• Worked in a high stress, help-desk/service center environment on a 24x7 rotating shift.
Emergency Maintenance Mechanic, Wilson Plant, North Carolina, 2009 to 2011, (44hrs/wk)
• Worked as an industrial mechanic for the last two years on hydraulics, pneumatics, PLC’s, logic
circuits, ladder logic, Allen Bradley equipment, control logics, AC/DC systems, steam systems, steam
traps, leslie valves, isolation valves, Fairchild valves, all cylinder types, current/pressure transmitters,
high pressure water, inert gas, any and all electrical and electronic aspects of maintaining and
repairing industrial machinery in order to keep production at its highest level.
Electronics Technician (E-5) / Second Class Petty Officer, United States Military, 1997 to 2009, (vary
hrs/wk)
• Experienced in the maintenance, operation of electronic equipment and electronic test equipment
such as oscilloscopes, frequency counter, multimeter, power meter, Signal Generator, firebird Tester,
others.
• Performed troubleshooting of electronic devices and circuits, motors, power supplies, microcomputer
systems, and microprocessors.
• Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling
electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
• Managed, supervised, and performed preventive and corrective maintenance on electronic
equipment; and maintained, repaired, calibrated, tuned, and adjusted electronic equipment utilizing
test equipment and technical drawings for Command, Control, Computer, Communication, and
Intelligence (C4systems, cryptographic systems, radar systems, and navigation systems).
3. • Stationed at C4I with NCTAMS EURCENT command preparing, planning, supporting, maintaining
and overseeing installs of equipment that required producing written documents, i.e. reports, analysis,
and evaluation in a format suitable for presentation while complying with all standards and regulations
involved in such projects.
• Attended Joint Task Force command planning conferences and meetings in order to provide
presentations and briefings on current and upcoming C4I installs.
• Written numerous Operating Procedure manuals, created and implemented several programs as the
Training Petty Officer and Safety Petty Officer, as well as being responsible for the budget of my
department that is essential in ordering, maintaining, replacing, and ensuring the monitoring of all
relevant funds.
• As the 3M Coordinator, I built, from the ground up, a military-standard 3M program for 3 NAS work
centers, conforming to all OPNAV instructions.
• Spearheaded the restoration of base Ground Electronics, including the acquisition of 40 newer-
modeled ATC VHF/UHF Motorola XTS 5000 radios, saving over $80,000 and preserving the integrity
of over $250,000 worth of equipment vital to base wide communications.
• Managed the operations and inter workings, including financial budgeting, flights, passengers, facility
maintenance needs, launching, and recovering of aircraft for 6 years at the Air Terminal in Naples,
Italy and Atlanta, Georgia.
• Demonstrated persistence and focus by solving a highly complex MED to I/O SATHICOM non-DAMA
to DAMA merge problem which affected mission critical communication stations throughout the AOR.
• Provided valuable assistance in troubleshooting and restoring countless systems to include AN/WSC-
3 5KHZ, INMARSAT C, DAMA SAC and AN/WSC-5 saving the lives of soldiers in a wartime situation.
• Managed the Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) install team. Provided maintenance on numerous
types of communications gear including UHF, VHF, SHF, Timeplex, ADNX, IDNX, Inmarsat B, WSC-
3, WSC-5, TD-1271, Microwave, Crypto, various KY- equipment, Multiplexers, and many other types
of electronics equipment.
• Managed the Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) install team.
• Superb Management skills- Managed a fleet of 125 vehicles, which included the maintenance and
distribution, valued at over $3.2M. Coordinated and supervised, with other military branches, over 40
Commissions personnel movement evolutions that encompassed over 1000 personnel, including high
powered government officials, Congressman, and other dignitaries with zero discrepancies.
• Single-handedly wrote the Transportation Division Standard Operating Procedure Manual that defined
vehicle asset distribution, preventive maintenance procedures and support provided to the Office of
Military Commissions which resulted in a successful conduct of the first military commission since
WWII resulting in a letter of thanks from Brigadier General Hartman, an impact Army Achievement
Medal, and a Navy Joint Service Achievement Medal, as well as other deserving accolades.
Information Systems and Network Management, United States Military, 1997 to 2009, (vary hrs/wk)
• Managed the Departments IT program as the Local LAN Administrator and vocal point for all essential
troubleshooting issues in order to provide key network stability while acting as the liaison between
Naples, Italy ISD and the Naval Station Air Operations department.
4. • Proficient in Windows Server 2003, Database Concepts, SQL, Network Security and all other
networking essentials. I worked in Active Directory and delegation of user groups and all related
functions.
• As Departmental ISSO, I supervised the installation of the Air Terminal’s new SIPRNET system,
coordinated the efforts of ISD, in Naples, Italy and Public Works Department, as well as tenant
commands and Italian local national contractors.
• Knowledgeable on all Software and Hardware concepts, as well as System Analysis and Design of
organizational Information Systems.
• Consistently troubleshoot user end internet, hardware, software, Outlook, installations of software,
diagnostics, and other computer problems while working as the help desk for the Air Operations
Department.
• Proficient with Microsoft Project and Excel in order to create and monitor technician daily progress
through status reports, making sure the authorization status is in place to proceed with those installs.
• Utilized tools to monitor and measure install performance, reports, and progress as it matured in order
to create a presentation for others to follow above me.
• Provided C4I integrated communication and information technology systems, delivering end-to-end
connectivity and enabling decision superiority to ensure mission success of U.S. naval forces.
E D U C A T I O N
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND (MASTERS BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION), 2013, 4.0GPA
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND (B.S. INFORMATION SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT), 2004 to 2008; Graduated with
3.7GPA
ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN SCHOOL, 1998 to 1999; Graduated # 1 in class
NUCLEAR POWER SCHOOL, Nuclear Electricians Mate "A" School, Orlando, Florida, 1996
A D D I T I O N A L T R A I N I N G & C E R T I F I C A T I O N S
Military Training
2006 - AN/USC-38(V) 10 FOT and TIP Teleport Operator Training
2004 - C-Band & Ku-Band Operator/Maintenance Course
2004 - DISA DISN Data Services Course
2003 - Fundamentals of Systems Acquisition Management
2000 - Division Officer (304) 3M qualified
2000 - 402 Watch stander qualified
2000 - Shipboard C-Band Communications Terminal O& M Course
2000 - IP Networking Fundamentals
1999 - Communications Security Maintenance Technician Course 1999 - NAVMAC II school
1999 - Electronics Technician Class "A" School
1998 - Electronics Technician "A" Strand
1998 - Nuclear Electricians Mate Power School
1997 – Nuclear Electricians Mate “A” School
Certifications
2012- Certified iGT’s iDirect iDX 2.3 Operations & Maintenance (iOM) Training.
2011- Qualified Teleport Operator, Navy Operator, LST, and Station Duty Officer.
2009 - Programmable Logic Circuit (PLC)
2009 - Ladder Logic and Programming
2003 - Automated Surface Observing System (ASOS)
2003 - Fiber Optics Certified
5. 2002 - Teleport C/Ku L-Band upgrade Operator and Maint. Course
2002 - High Speed Global Ring TNX-1100 and PSAX-1250/2300
Operator and Maintenance Course
2002 - IDNX/Promina Technician School
2001 - ST-1000/Link-2 Timeplex Maintenance Course
2001 - ADNS Cisco Router
2001 - FCC 100
2001 - DAMA/nonDAMA merges
2000 - AN/WSC-3 UHF
2000 - AN/WSC-5 UHF
2000 - AN/USC-38(V10) EHF
2000 - Sonet Microwave SHF
2000 - CUDIXS
2000 - IDNX
2000 - ADNX
2000 - ATM Switching
2000 - ANCC patch Panel
Equipment Proficiencies
SATCOM: AN/GSC-52, AN/GSC-39, AN/GSC-78, AN/USC-38,
Ka Star, Ku, C-band, EHF, UHF
DSCS FDMA Control System (DFCS),
AM-7499/G High Power Amplifier,
RFAA, Low Noise Amplifier,
CV-4251/G, Frequency Upconverter,
CV-4250/G, Frequency Downconverter
L-Band Matrix Switch
DCSS: MIDAS
OM-73, Modem Group
EBEM, Enhanced Bandwidth Efficient Modem
BEM-7650, Bandwidth Efficient Modem
SLM-3650
TELECOM: Promina 800, proprietary network architecture
SMU/CDS, Tactical phone switch
PSAX-1250/2300,
Marconi TNX-1100 ATM switch,
ST-1000/Timeplex Link-2
CRYPTO: KG-84A, KG-194, KIV-7, KIV-19, KYK-13, BID-950
KOI-18, KY-57, KGX-93, KG-175, KG-250
TEST: FireBERD, Spectrum Analyzer, Power Meter,
Signal/Sweep Generator, Scalar Network Analyzer,
Oscilloscope, Digital Multimeter
Certifications Cont’d: (TimePlex, Sonar Microwave, ADNS Cisco Router, Microwave Systems, control logic
circuits, programmable logic controls, SLC 500, AC/DC theory, ladder logic, relays, mechanical contacts)
Qualified: (ADNX & IDNX, ATM, WSC-3(V)9 radio, AANC patch panel computer, DSDs (digital sharing
devices), DAMA and non-DAMA, UHF, VHF, EHF, and SHF)
Fiber Optics Certified – military DOD and civilian sector (ETA [Electronics Technicians Association])
A W A R D S / A C H I E V E M E N T S
Joint Service Achievement Medal 4 Navy Achievement Medals
4 Good Conduct Medals Army Achievement Medal
Navy Unit Commendation Meritorious Unit Commendation
6. 2002 - Teleport C/Ku L-Band upgrade Operator and Maint. Course
2002 - High Speed Global Ring TNX-1100 and PSAX-1250/2300
Operator and Maintenance Course
2002 - IDNX/Promina Technician School
2001 - ST-1000/Link-2 Timeplex Maintenance Course
2001 - ADNS Cisco Router
2001 - FCC 100
2001 - DAMA/nonDAMA merges
2000 - AN/WSC-3 UHF
2000 - AN/WSC-5 UHF
2000 - AN/USC-38(V10) EHF
2000 - Sonet Microwave SHF
2000 - CUDIXS
2000 - IDNX
2000 - ADNX
2000 - ATM Switching
2000 - ANCC patch Panel
Equipment Proficiencies
SATCOM: AN/GSC-52, AN/GSC-39, AN/GSC-78, AN/USC-38,
Ka Star, Ku, C-band, EHF, UHF
DSCS FDMA Control System (DFCS),
AM-7499/G High Power Amplifier,
RFAA, Low Noise Amplifier,
CV-4251/G, Frequency Upconverter,
CV-4250/G, Frequency Downconverter
L-Band Matrix Switch
DCSS: MIDAS
OM-73, Modem Group
EBEM, Enhanced Bandwidth Efficient Modem
BEM-7650, Bandwidth Efficient Modem
SLM-3650
TELECOM: Promina 800, proprietary network architecture
SMU/CDS, Tactical phone switch
PSAX-1250/2300,
Marconi TNX-1100 ATM switch,
ST-1000/Timeplex Link-2
CRYPTO: KG-84A, KG-194, KIV-7, KIV-19, KYK-13, BID-950
KOI-18, KY-57, KGX-93, KG-175, KG-250
TEST: FireBERD, Spectrum Analyzer, Power Meter,
Signal/Sweep Generator, Scalar Network Analyzer,
Oscilloscope, Digital Multimeter
Certifications Cont’d: (TimePlex, Sonar Microwave, ADNS Cisco Router, Microwave Systems, control logic
circuits, programmable logic controls, SLC 500, AC/DC theory, ladder logic, relays, mechanical contacts)
Qualified: (ADNX & IDNX, ATM, WSC-3(V)9 radio, AANC patch panel computer, DSDs (digital sharing
devices), DAMA and non-DAMA, UHF, VHF, EHF, and SHF)
Fiber Optics Certified – military DOD and civilian sector (ETA [Electronics Technicians Association])
A W A R D S / A C H I E V E M E N T S
Joint Service Achievement Medal 4 Navy Achievement Medals
4 Good Conduct Medals Army Achievement Medal
Navy Unit Commendation Meritorious Unit Commendation