Andrew Sullivan
Catterick Garrison,North Yorkshire
Summary
Accomplished and adaptable Senior Communications Specialist with over 24 years of distinguished military service, combining deep expertise in signals operations, tactical and strategic communications, information systems, and communications project management. Adept at leading and mentoring teams in high-threat, high-pressure environments across global operations, with a proven ability to deliver resilient, secure, and mission-critical communications infrastructure. Brings a meticulous attention to detail, robust risk and safety management knowledge, and a proactive leadership style that consistently delivers results in dynamic, fast-evolving situations
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work history
Regimental Signals Warrant Officer (RSWO)
British Army
Catterick, North Yorkshire
2024 - Current
- Served as Senior Signals Manager / Communications Specialist for military team ranging from 20 to 400 personnel, providing expert technical leadership in secure communications and digital systems.
- Directly managed and mentored team of 20 communications technicians, overseeing day-to-day operations, training, and performance.
- Acted as unit's principal advisor on all communications matters, delivering specialist guidance to command staff and end users across 400-person unit during exercises and operations.
- Led planning, deployment, and management of secure communication systems across multiple international operations.
- Oversaw teams in high-pressure environments, ensuring delivery of effective command and control through tactical and strategic communications.
- Ensured operational readiness of all communications systems, including radios, data networks, and encryption protocols, supporting mission success in UK and overseas deployments.
- Delivered mentoring and development programs for junior signallers and officers.
- Maintained oversight of risk, safety, and operational readiness across communications equipment and infrastructure.
- Worked in cross-functional and joint-service environments, coordinating with NATO and coalition forces.
- Promoted fitness regime among troops leading to increased physical endurance.
Communications Company Quarter Master Stores -CQMS
British Army
Chester
2022 - 2024
- Managed multi-million-pound equipment accounts with full responsibility for accurate inventory, secure storage, and regular audits.
- Accounted for and maintained broad range of mission-critical military equipment, ensuring serviceability and compliance with Defence regulations.
- Oversaw daily storage operations, including receiving, cataloguing, issuing, and returning stores in accordance with policy for military team ranging from 20 to 400 personnel
- Coordinated and executed logistical planning for preparation, packing, and international deployment of equipment to support military exercises.
- Supervised loading, transport, and return of sensitive and high-value items, ensuring customs and compliance documentation was correct.
- Implemented and enforced maintenance and care routines to extend lifecycle of key equipment assets.
- Liaised with supply chain personnel, transport units, and command staff to support operational readiness and rapid deployment needs.
- Trained and mentored junior personnel in stores procedures, equipment care, and record-keeping best practices.
BOWMAN Information Systems Manager (BSM)
British Army
Episcopi, Cyprus
2020 - 2022
- Designed, implemented, and maintained unit’s comprehensive communications plan, ensuring full interoperability of BOWMAN radios, data terminals, and vehicle-mounted systems for UK and overseas operations.
- Served as technical authority for BOWMAN systems integration, enabling secure voice and data communications across units during exercises and operational deployments.
- Managed setup, configuration, and troubleshooting of BOWMAN infrastructure, ensuring network reliability under demanding field conditions.
- Held full responsibility for accounting, handling, and safeguarding of cryptographic materials classified up to Secret, in compliance with MOD and JSP 440 standards.
- Organised and oversaw secure movement and transfer of COMSEC material during international deployments, maintaining audit trails and physical control throughout.
- Provided training and guidance to unit personnel on BOWMAN operation, secure communication procedures, and cryptographic discipline.
- Worked closely with operational planners and HQ staff to align comms architecture with mission objectives and command structure requirements.
- Ensured communications continuity through robust contingency planning and regular system validation checks.
Education
British Army
Certificate of Higher Education - Teaching
Teesside University
MiddlesbroughSkills
- Tactical & Strategic Communications
- Signals Planning & Execution
- Project & Operational Management
- Risk & Safety Compliance
- Coaching & Mentoring
- Team Leadership
- Secure Communications Infrastructure
- Crisis Management
- Radio Frequency & Satellite Systems
- Information Systems Support
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Regimental Signals Warrant Officer (RSWO)
British Army
2024 - Current
Communications Company Quarter Master Stores -CQMS
British Army
2022 - 2024
BOWMAN Information Systems Manager (BSM)
British Army
2020 - 2022
British Army
Certificate of Higher Education - Teaching
Teesside University
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