Executive Profile
Roy Arellano is a senior enterprise operations and technology executive with 28 years of leadership experience across federal, defense, academic, state government, entrepreneurial, and mission-critical environments. His leadership approach was forged through enlisted Marine Corps service, strengthened through Navy officer leadership, and refined through civil service, enterprise technology operations, cybersecurity governance, acquisition oversight, and organizational transformation.
At the center of his leadership style is servant leadership: developing people, removing barriers, creating disciplined systems, and ensuring teams have the clarity, trust, tools, and support needed to deliver mission outcomes.
Leadership Philosophy
Servant Leadership
Lead by serving the mission and the people entrusted to carry it out. Build trust, listen carefully, remove obstacles, and develop others.
Mission First, People Always
Balance operational urgency with human reality. Deliver results while building healthy, capable, and accountable teams.
Continuous Improvement
Strengthen systems through disciplined execution, governance, measurement, modernization, and lessons learned.
Selected Enterprise Impact
Leadership Domains
Career Story
Arellano Ventures, LLC
Founded a California limited liability company focused on technology leadership, strategic execution, digital modernization, business operations, and family enterprise development. Established the company's brand foundation, digital infrastructure, governance framework, and operating model while positioning the venture for future consulting, technology, and business development initiatives.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Region 9
Leads enterprise technology operations, cybersecurity governance, modernization strategy, acquisition oversight, and workforce execution supporting approximately 900 personnel across EPA Region 9. Work includes ATO readiness, cloud modernization, service delivery, emergency response support, governance, IT acquisition, and operational stabilization.
United States Air Force, 412th Communications Squadron
Led a 40-person organization supporting enterprise network operations across 300 servers, three network enclaves, two SANs, and 2.4 petabytes of enterprise data. Oversaw approximately $30M in enterprise technology assets and $2.5M in annual operational costs.
State of Hawaii, Department of Taxation / Enterprise Technology Services
Developed and implemented a NIST-aligned remediation strategy that reduced critical vulnerabilities and strengthened compliance across state tax modernization efforts. Led IRS safeguards audit remediation activities and supported cybersecurity execution tied to a major tax modernization initiative.
U.S. Indo-Pacific Command
Oversaw four operational branches, more than 60 personnel, and international operational engagements supporting a major C4I portfolio. Guided cyberspace interoperability planning, allied engagement support, IT policy, and capital investment planning.
U.S. Forces Japan
Led military and civilian teams supporting network operations, modernization initiatives, and enterprise data center transformation at Yokota Air Base, Japan. Directed a $2.7M modernization effort and received the DoD Joint Civilian Service Commendation Medal.
University of Phoenix
Taught and mentored undergraduate and graduate students across leadership, operations management, cybersecurity, project management, and information technology-related subjects. Supported faculty mentorship, student development, critical thinking, and career readiness.
United Services Automobile Association
Supported enterprise project delivery, technical analysis, systems implementation, and data integration efforts in a large financial services environment. Contributed to Big Data Analytics, ETL development, stakeholder coordination, vendor planning, and Agile delivery practices.
The Meridian Cooperative (formerly Southeastern Data Cooperative)
Administered Microsoft Windows client and server environments, supported help desk operations, and maintained data center, customer, network, and telephony systems across Windows, Linux, Apple, WAN, LAN, wireless, and Avaya VoIP environments.
Veteran Leadership
United States Navy Reserve
Commissioned as a U.S. Navy Information Professional Officer (1825) and earned the Information Dominance Warfare Officer qualification. Led Sailors in Division Officer and other leadership assignments supporting enterprise information systems and operational missions. While assigned to U.S. Forces Japan, supported Operation Tomodachi, a humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operation following the 2011 earthquake and tsunami in Japan.
United States Navy Reserve
Served as an Information Technology Specialist Second Class (IT2) and Petty Officer in the U.S. Navy Reserve, leading Sailors in technical and training environments. Supported network administration, help desk operations, and enterprise information systems while assigned to Navy Reserve Detachment Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71). Additionally served as a mobile instructor with SPAWAR 1010, delivering technical training and certification preparation to fleet IT personnel.
United States Marine Corps
Served as a Multiplex Equipment (MUX) Communicator, Radioman, and Data Systems Technology Specialist supporting tactical communications, network operations, and command-and-control systems. Assigned to HMLA-773 “Red Dogs” at Naval Air Station Atlanta and deployed to Bagram Air Base, Afghanistan, in support of Operation Enduring Freedom IV. Advanced to Sergeant of Marines (E-5) and was awarded the Afghanistan Campaign Medal for service during the Global War on Terrorism.
Education
University of Phoenix
Graduate study focused on information systems management, technology leadership, systems thinking, and organizational execution.
GPA: 3.7
American InterContinental University Dunwoody
Concentration in Computer Systems. Academic foundation in IT operations, systems administration, networked environments, and applied technology.
GPA: 3.4
Morehouse College
Foundational collegiate experience contributing to leadership identity, discipline, service orientation, and long-term commitment to excellence. Snare drummer with the Maroon Tiger Marching Band.
Training, Certifications & Awards
Professional Certifications
- CompTIA A+
Active / Indefinite - CompTIA Security+
Previously held, expired 25 Aug 2025 - EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
Previously held, expired 31 Mar 2025
Professional Training
- EPA Successful Leadership Program
- USAF New Supervisor Course and AFMC Supervisory Development Course
- USAF Safety, Unit Safety Representative, and Cyber Quality Assurance training
- DAU Contracting Officer’s Representative Training
- USAF IG Wing Inspection Team training
Professional Military Education
- U.S. Navy Information Professional Basic Course
- U.S. Navy Direct Commission Officer Indoctrination Course
- U.S. Marine Corps MUX Operators Course and Radio Operators Course
- U.S. Marine Corps School of Infantry Combat Training
- U.S. Marine Corps Basic Training, MCRD San Diego
Awards and Decorations
- Joint Civilian Service Commendation
- Humanitarian Service Medal
- Afghanistan Campaign Medal
- Armed Forces Reserve Medal with Mobilization Device
- National Defense Service Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
- Selected Marine Corps Reserve Medal
- Navy and Marine Corps Overseas Service Ribbon
- USAF civilian supervisory and management awards
- USMC Rifle and Pistol Marksman Badges
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