Marc LeMere

Currently located in İzmir, Turkey

marc.k.lemere@gmail.com

linkedin.com/in/marc-lemere-aa8677123

Current Clearance: NATO Top Secret/SCI

• Summary of Qualifications:

• NATO-cleared IT & Communications Leader with 20+ years of experience across NATO, U.S. Army, and civilian sectors. Expertise in CIS resource management, COMSEC/KMI operations, project and budget planning, and IT service delivery. Proven record of leading cross-functional teams, improving processes, and ensuring mission-critical uptime in high-stakes environments. Skilled in web development, cybersecurity compliance, digital communication, and stakeholder engagement.

• Core Competencies: CIS Budget & Resource Management • COMSEC/KMI Operations • Project/Program Management • Information Assurance & Cybersecurity • Systems Administration (Windows Server, Active Directory) • ITIL Service Management • Risk & Security Compliance (RMF) • Audit & Compliance (COMSEC / IA) • Web Design & UX • Digital Marketing • Stakeholder Communication • Training & Mentoring

• Experience

CEO / Web Designer

LeMere Web Solutions, Izmir, Turkey | Aug 2022 – Present | 40 hrs/wk

• Designed and launched 10+ client websites across Wix, WordPress, and Shopify platforms, enabling e-commerce growth and improved UX.
• Improved client visibility with SEO corrections (tags, metadata, alt text), raising Google search performance significantly.
• Built and branded 5 new e-commerce platforms, supporting catalog management and online sales.
• Created blogs, graphics, and digital marketing content, driving customer engagement.
• Praised by clients for hands-on collaboration and tailored solutions. Portfolio: www.marclemere.com

Senior CIS Analyst / Business Support

NATO SHAPE BSG CIS, Mons, Belgium | Sep 2019 – Oct 2022 | 40 hrs/wk

• Developed and managed €12M annual CIS budgets, supporting 6,000+ users across 13 directorates.
• Completed 3,000+ Remedy tickets annually, ensuring compliance with NATO standards.
• Delivered 26+ training sessions for CISPOCs and junior NCOs, improving IT literacy.
• Negotiated Canon Print Service contract worth €1.5M; streamlined service request processes for faster resolution.
• Awarded Bronze Order of Mercury; rated in top 10% of NATO senior NCOs.

Executive Communications Manager

U.S. Army, Fort Polk, LA | Nov 2017 – Sep 2019 | 40 hrs/wk

• Provided direct IT support for 220+ VTCs and 380+ Remedy tickets for CG and HQ staff.
• Maintained 100% accountability for $500K+ in CIS equipment; executed $25K GPC budget flawlessly.
• Completed FORSCOM CCRI inspection with zero deficiencies.
• Delivered 700+ volunteer hours mentoring youth, achieving 100% graduation rate among mentees.
• Recognized with CG’s Quarterly Excellence Award and FORSCOM Commander’s Coin of Excellence.

Section Chief / COMSEC Account Manager

U.S. Army JFK Special Warfare Center, Fort Bragg, NC | Oct 2014 – Jul 2017 | 40 hrs/wk

• Managed $5.9M in IT and COMSEC equipment for 5 ARSOF units, ensuring zero loss.
• Processed 5,000+ student accounts annually; resolved 846+ support tickets.
• Conducted COMSEC turn-in of obsolete equipment valued at $100K.
• Authored SOPs for COMSEC operations; improved audit readiness with 100% compliance.
• Served as Honor Guard member for 7+ ceremonies; rated as top performer by Senior Rater.

COMSEC Custodian / KMI Operator

U.S. Army, 67th Expeditionary Signal Battalion, Fort Gordon, GA | Apr 2011 – Sep 2014 | 40 hrs/wk

• Maintained 100% accountability for $224K in COMSEC assets; executed secure exchange of 22 mission-critical CCIs worth $164K.
• Supported 9,000+ users across 5 countries with cryptographic key distribution.
• Conducted inventories of 781 COMSEC items with zero deficiencies.
• Trained and certified 70+ personnel in COMSEC procedures and cryptographic devices.
• Recognized by Senior Rater for unlimited potential; promote to SFC immediately.

Earlier IT Roles (2006 – 2011)

US Army & NATO Communications Agency |

• Windows Server Administrator, Helpdesk Manager, Information Assurance Manager.
• Resolved 1,000+ helpdesk tickets annually, supporting secure networks.
• Improved IA compliance across 100+ users by revising training programs.
• Provided COMSEC support for deployments; maintained zero-loss record.
• Completed professional development courses: IA, COMSEC, and ITIL.

• Education

• Master of Science, IT Project Management – University of Maryland Global Campus (Expected Oct 2025)

• Bachelor of Science, Digital Media & Web Technology – UMGC (2023)

• Certifications & Training

• • CompTIA Security+ (2015)

• • ITIL Foundation (2010)

• • Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (recent)

• • Standardized COMSEC Custodian Course (SCCC)

• • KMI Management Infrastructure (MGC)

• Languages

• English: Advanced/Fluent | Turkish: Intermediate (Spoken/Read)

• Professional Affiliations

• • U.S. Army Signal Regimental Association – Member

• • 82nd Airborne Division Association – Lifetime Member