Michael Schafer

Background

About Michael Schafer

Retired Navy Information Professional (1820) A results oriented leader with a 25+ year record of accomplishment in managing people and technology in a global environment. Well versed in compliance with organizational/military policies, federal regulations and global standards, Administration, and Project Management. Dedicated problem solver and multitasker with outstanding communications, collaborative and team leadership/motivational capabilities. Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Master’s Degrees in Business Administration, Management, and Space Systems Operations. Core Competencies: Executive Leadership • Project/Operations/Change Management • Process Improvement • Analytical Problem Solving • Project/Team Leadership • Network Security Protection/ Defense • Information Operations/Assurance • FISMA/DIACAP/NIST Security Guidance • Systems Certification and Accreditation • Strategic Planning/Systems Engineering • Risk Assessment • Policy/Procedure Development • Satellite Operations • Relationship Building • Team Building/Training • Business Development/Proposal Writing Warfare Qualifications/Training • Unrestricted Naval Aviator (Helicopter Pilot) • Information Dominance Warfare Officer (IDWO) • Licensed Commercial/Instrument Rated Pilot • Joint Professional Military Education Phase I Certifications • INCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) • ISACA Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) • DAWIA Level I, II Program Management (PM) • DAWIA Level I Systems Engineering (SPRDE - SE)