Gary Worthen
IT Program Manager @United States Air Force
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WORK HISTORY
IT Program Manager @United States Air Force
Served as a senior leader and program manager, overseeing the inspection and readiness of 54 organizations totaling personnel, and providing expert guidance to resolve operational and personnel management challenges. As a principal cyber/IT advisor to the Inspector General, led cyber inspection activities and ensured organizational readiness and compliance with industry standards. Directed operations at multiple locations, providing critical assistance and direction to resolve complex challenges and improve overall performance. Utilized expertise in cybersecurity and operations management to drive organizational excellence and ensure the effectiveness of inspection activities.• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement quality assurance inspection guidance, shaping the creation of a new special operations unit and advancing their ability to execute cyber activities• Conducted in-depth interviews with 64 stakeholders to identify and prioritize quality of life concerns, and presented findings to senior leaders, informing decisions that impacted over employees across 11 organizational units• Spearheaded a IT modernization project, successfully upgrading and replacing obsolete equipment to significantly enhance network security, efficiency, and compliance, while mitigating potential risks to network operations and ensuring adherence to rigorous DoD and industry standards
EDUCATION
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science, Cyber/Electronic Operations and Warfare
Air University
Associate of Science, Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician
ABOUT GARY WORTHEN
I am a mission-driven Cyber/IT professional transitioning from a 22-year career in the United States Air Force, where I specialized in the intersection of Enterprise IT Operations, Program Management, and Regulatory Compliance. Throughout my service, I have been responsible for the reliability and security of critical communications systems in high-stakes environments. My career has been defined by three core pillars:Strategic IT Leadership: I have managed complex IT lifecycles and large-scale program deployments, ensuring that technical infrastructure aligns with broad organizational goals and operational requirements.Rigorous Oversight & Inspection: Serving in an Inspector General capacity, I conducted deep-dive cyber activity inspections to identify vulnerabilities, ensure compliance with strict federal standards, and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness.Technical Execution: My foundation is built on hands-on systems operation & administration as well as communications management, giving me the \"ground-level\" perspective necessary to lead technical teams effectively.The transition from active duty military to the private sector puts me in a unique position to bring this blend of audit-ready compliance and programmatic oversight to forward-thinking defense or aerospace organizations. I am passionate about protecting the technology that protects our nation and people.
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