MATTHEW C. PHANEUF
Fairfield, CA 94533  707.688.3764 matt.phaneuf@gmail.com
Qu alifi ca ti o ns P r of i l e
Seasoned, technologically savvy, and innovative professional, offering broad-based background in radio frequency
systems and computer networking operations, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs. Armed with in-depth
capability in formulating computer databases that facilitate and expedite work processes. Skilled at integrating
advanced technology awareness to provide efficient and secured connectivity in both communications and
computer networks. Equipped with strong ability to lead, train, mentor, and provide technical education.
Co re Co m pe te nci es
Active SECRET Clearance  Radio Frequency Transmission Systems  Secured Communications  Network Security
Test, Measurement, and Diagnostic Equipment  Technical Curriculum Development  Troubleshooting
Satellite Communications  Leadership, Training, and Team Building  Firewall Administration
Wo r k Ex pe rie nc e
United States Air Force
QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER
621st Contingency Response Wing, Travis Air Force Base, CA, USA
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SEP 2012–PRESENT
Oversees 62 personnel enforcing DoD cyber standards and policies on equipment valued at $22MM.
Manages 20 inspection programs ensuring safe and efficient equipment operations/maintenance.
Information Assurance Officer supporting Executive Managers and account valued at $250K.
Directs staff of 6 Quality Assurance Representatives performing personnel and equipment evaluations.
Notable Accomplishments:
 Managed co-located communications work center initiative integrating multiple specialties together into
one synergized team streamlining 20 programs and over 200 equipment assets.
 Formulated various QA checklists and products that were implemented worldwide as standard for the
Cyberspace support community.
 Handpicked for Theatre Deployable Communications AFSO21 event which led to 16 implementations Air
Force wide.
 Developed QA Representative training program exceeding Air Force requirements by instructing hands-on
evaluation techniques and procedures.
 Revised Air Force Instruction standardizing expeditionary communications requirements Air Force wide.
 Provided countless hours of technical support for overseas operations.
 Wing Staff Non-commissioned Officer of the year 2012.
COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS SUPERVISOR
621st Contingency Response Wing, Travis Air Force Base, CA, USA
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Jan 2010–Sep 2012
Mobile team lead responsible for maintenance, deployment, operations, troubleshooting, testing, calibration and
repair of $1.2M mobile satellite communications/networking terminal called SPICE
Maintained 12 hr. deployable response time supporting US Transportation Command Joint Task Force Mission.
Provided unparalleled secure/unsecure internet, VOIP, encrypted VOIP, and Secure Video Conferencing
connectivity to warfighters in austere environments.
Client Systems Administrator responsible for 152 user accounts and operations/maintenance of IT assets valued
at $100K.
MATTHEW C. PHANEUF
Fairfield, CA 94533  707.688.3764 matt.phaneuf@gmail.com
Notable Accomplishments:
 Deployed in support of Operation ENDURING FREEDOM providing expeditionary communications to
the warfighter.
 Hand selected as adjunct instructor and program development of SPICE course certifying new personnel
on equipment.
 Selected to aid software engineers to debug satellite constellation access request program, which was later,
implemented across all military branches.
 Managed Squadron IT Program earning “Excellent” rating for 2012 Command Cyber Readiness Inspection.
 Served as Yolo County Regional Occupation Program advisory board member for IT Program.
 Radio Frequency Non-commissioned Officer of the year 2010 and 2011.
SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS AND WIDEBAND SYSTEMS TEAM LEAD
603rd Air Control Squadron, Aviano AB, Italy
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Jan 2006–Jan 2010
Directly supervised a team comprised of three staff, responsible for maintenance, deployment, operations,
troubleshooting, testing, calibration and repair of tactical communications equipment.
Routinely performed component level maintenance on tactical communications equipment.
Notable Accomplishments:
 Deployed multiple tours throughout Europe/Africa including support to President of the United States and
Operation ENDURING FREEDOM.
 Demonstrated expertise in satellite communications equipment to provide secure and non-secure voice,
video, and data network connectivity garnering F-16 Fighting Falcon “Incentive Flight.”
 Converted Work Center Training Program to paperless system benchmarking program base wide.
 Awarded Air Force Commendation Medal and Non-Commissioned Officer of the Quarter 2008.
SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS AND WIDEBAND SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN
728th Air Control Squadron, Eglin AFB, FL
Jun 2004–Jan 2006
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Responsible for maintenance, operations, troubleshooting, and repairs of tactical communications
equipment valued at $17MM.
 Completed on-the-job core task qualification training and career development courses required for skill
level upgrade, performance of assigned duties, equipment modification, documentation, and supply
actions.
Notable Accomplishments:
 Completed upgrade skill level requirements 3 months early.
 Troubleshooting skills saved Air Force $248K in replacement costs.
COMMUNICATIONS FOCAL POINT CONTROLLER
73rd Expeditionary Air Control Squadron, Camp Palomino, Kandahar Air Field, Afghanistan
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Jan 2007–May 2007
Responsible for managing the operations/maintenance of deployed Air Control Systems valued at $70MM
Provided communications technical support to Air Operations Centers and Allied Nations in support of
Operation ENDURING FREEDOM.
Notable Accomplishments:
 Directed troubleshooting techniques establishing communications between Kabul and Bagram
Afghanistan.
 Established and maintained organization’s first commercial wireless network for morale purposes.
 Awarded Global War on Terrorism Medal, NATO Service Medal, and Afghanistan Campaign Medal.
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MATTHEW C. PHANEUF
Fairfield, CA 94533  707.688.3764 matt.phaneuf@gmail.com
TECHNOLOGY AIDE
Mission Valley Regional Occupation Program, Fremont, CA
Dec 1999–August 2003
 Instructed high school students and adults in Electronics, Computer Repair, and Networking.
 Implemented daily lesson plans and lab exercises.
 Maintained computer lab and network.
Notable Accomplishments:
 Partnered with local charity organization to rebuild computers from recycled materials.
 Awarded Student of the Year 2000.
Ed uc ati o n
Bachelor of Science Degree: magna cum laude Computer Operations Technology: 2014
Southwestern College, Winfield, KS
Associate in Applied Science Degree: Electronic Systems Technology: 2008
Community College of the Air Force, Maxwell, AFB, AL
Ce rtif ic ati o n s
CompTIA Certications:
A+ and Security+
Career ID - COMP10333116
Sele c te d T rai ni ng
Cyberspace Support Quality Assurance Evaluator Training: Nov 2012
Non-commissioned Officer Leadership Development Course: May 2011
Small Package Initial Communications Element (SPICE) Training: June 2010
Leadership and Management Airman Leadership School (Distinguished Graduate): Oct 2008
Satellite and Wideband Communications Systems Apprentice Course (Distinguished Graduate): Jun 2004
Electronic Principles (Distinguished Graduate): Jan 2004
Tec hni cal Ac u me n
RF Transmissions  UHF/VHF  X, C, Ku, Ka Band  VSAT  Test, Measurement, and Diagnostic Equipment
SATCOM  COMSEC  Cisco CLI  Border Gateway Protocol (BGP)  Tandberg  VOIP  VOSIP  SVTC  BGAN
AN/TSC-179  AN/USC-60  AN/TRC 170  AN/TSC-94A/100A  AN/GRC-239  AN/PRC-152  AN/PSC-5
Windows OS  Microsoft SharePoint  Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Project)
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