Michael Tolias
Woodbirdge
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience at the Department of Homeland Security, excelling in strategic planning and regulatory compliance. Proven track record in budget management and stakeholder engagement, driving operational improvements and enhancing program delivery. Adept at fostering partnerships and implementing change management initiatives to achieve organizational goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
Department of Homeland Security, CBP
Washington
05.2023 - Current
- Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations, policies and procedures.
- Conducted regular meetings with department heads to review progress on strategic initiatives.
- Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
- Managed budgeting and financial planning processes for the organization.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in operational performance metrics.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to ensure organizational goals were met.
- Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Created detailed plans outlining timelines, goals, budgets, staffing needs and other requirements for projects.
Program Manager
Department of Homeland Security, USCG
Washington
01.2022 - 05.2025
- Created presentations outlining proposed solutions for addressing challenges encountered during program execution.
- Identified areas of improvement in existing processes, procedures and systems related to the program delivery cycle.
- Facilitated workshops designed to educate stakeholders about best practices for managing programs successfully.
- Organized events such as conferences or seminars aimed at promoting awareness around specific topics relevant to the organization's mission statement.
- Managed program budgets and timelines, ensuring projects stayed on track and within allocated resources.
Lead Intelligence Officer
Department of Health and Human Services
Washington
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Provided technical expertise on intelligence gathering systems and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Coordinated with other departments within the agency to ensure effective resource allocation across various operational areas.
- Analyzed raw intelligence data and identified patterns of activity for further investigation.
- Utilized specialized software programs designed for data analysis tasks.
- Assessed the effectiveness of existing policies and procedures related to intelligence gathering operations.
Chief Warrant Officer
United States Army
Worldwide
07.2003 - 01.2019
- Provided technical advice on a variety of topics related to military operations.
- Conducted training courses for subordinate personnel on proper use of weapons, equipment, and tactics.
- Interpreted and enforced rules, regulations, policies, and directives from higher headquarters.
- Reviewed intelligence information gathered by subordinate units in order to assess enemy capabilities.
- Managed daily operations within the unit, including scheduling personnel and assigning tasks.
- Maintained records pertaining to personnel, supplies, training materials, and other items necessary for successful operation.
- Analyzed data collected from various sources to develop strategies for future operations.
Education
Master of Science - Management
Excelsior College
Albany, NY07-2021
Bachelor of Science - National Security
Excelsior College
Albany, NY02-2020
Skills
- Regulatory compliance
- Strategic planning
- Budget management
- Project management
- Data analysis
- Performance evaluation
- Stakeholder engagement
- Resource allocation
- Change management
- Crisis management
- Program management
- Partnerships and alliances
- Business development
Timeline
Director
Department of Homeland Security, CBP
05.2023 - Current
Program Manager
Department of Homeland Security, USCG
01.2022 - 05.2025
Lead Intelligence Officer
Department of Health and Human Services
01.2021 - 01.2022
Chief Warrant Officer
United States Army
07.2003 - 01.2019
Master of Science - Management
Excelsior College
Bachelor of Science - National Security
Excelsior College
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