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Jason Cheramie

Sulphur

Summary

Dynamic Project Manager with a proven track record at Cisco Systems, adept at strategic planning and stakeholder management. Successfully led infrastructure modernization projects, optimizing team performance and enhancing operational effectiveness. Skilled in Microsoft Project and committed to staff training and development, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Manager

Rivet Ops, LLC.
Fort Johnson
11.2024 - Current
  • Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and adjust, according to the Performance Work Statement and Statement of Work.
  • Develop and utilize project plans and schedules to manage and report against customer requirements.
  • Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
  • Develop and Implement process improvements to increase work efficiency, product quality and overall customer satisfaction.

Teacher/Head Coach

Leblance Middle School
Sulphur
08.2023 - 10.2024
  • Elevate student engagement and literacy rates utilizing innovative teaching approaches; lead athletic teams to top-tier regional performances through strategic coaching and fitness regimens.
  • Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
  • Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.

Project Manager

Cisco Systems, Inc.
Remote
06.2022 - 07.2023
  • Orchestrated project deliverables and team dynamics to develop and execute comprehensive project plans; achieved milestones on schedule and within budget parameters.
  • Plan, coordinate and lead customer meetings. Develop and present appropriate presentation materials for customer meetings as required.
  • Lead infrastructure modernization projects in multiple locations simultaneously.
  • Optimized team performance and project status reports through quality control measures and continuous improvement to the processes and delivery activities.
  • Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports on all projects of responsibility.

First Sergeant

United States Air Force
Rome
01.2018 - 11.2022
  • Acted as lead organizational advisor, ensuring development and maintenance of mission-ready workforce of 400+ across multiple locations; communicated organizational goals and leadership's directives.
  • Served as principal advisor on employee readiness, health, morale, welfare, housing, quality of life, financial planning, and family support initiatives, promoting and prioritizing a positive work culture.
  • Implemented crisis and risk intervention strategies and delivered stress management briefings and presentations to staff and families, strengthening organizational readiness.

Network Infrastructure Operations Manager

United States Air Force
01.2002 - 01.2018
  • Delivered high-quality IT services to internal and external customers, maintaining strong communication with senior leadership on network and project statuses.
  • Supervised a team of 8 within the IT services environment, conducting and monitoring regular meetings and rigorous project reviews for consistency and attention to detail.
  • Developed and implemented standards to enhance operational effectiveness and staffing efficiency.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.

Education

M.S. - Management (Project Management Concentration)

University of Maryland Global Campus
Adelphi, MD
01.2022

B.A. - Liberal Arts

McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LA

Skills

  • Active Security Clearance
  • Staff Training & Development
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Analytical
  • Strategic Planning
  • Microsoft Project
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Word
  • PowerPoint

Certification

  • Certified Scrum Master, 01/01/23
  • Currently pursuing PMP

Timeline

Project Manager

Rivet Ops, LLC.
11.2024 - Current

Teacher/Head Coach

Leblance Middle School
08.2023 - 10.2024

Project Manager

Cisco Systems, Inc.
06.2022 - 07.2023

First Sergeant

United States Air Force
01.2018 - 11.2022

Network Infrastructure Operations Manager

United States Air Force
01.2002 - 01.2018

M.S. - Management (Project Management Concentration)

University of Maryland Global Campus

B.A. - Liberal Arts

McNeese State University

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