Dexter Lyles
Military Medical and Logistics Professional
Chatan
Summary
Proven Marine Gunnery Sergeant with 17+ years of leadership experience in evacuation operations, humanitarian assistance/ disaster relief, joint and combined military planning across the Indo-Pacific. Subject matter expert in non-combatant evacuation tracking systems (TRAC2ES, NTS-equivalent), medical and aeromedical evacuation coordination, and secure network/system management (NIPR, SIPR, CX-K, CX-J). Experienced trainer and instructor with a record of building technical proficiency across Marines, joint personnel, and civilian teams. Active Secret Clearance.
Knowledgeable Hospital Liaison with 5 years coordinating effective care between facilities, hospital and clients. Well-versed in healthcare standards, policies and procedures.
Skilled healthcare professional experienced in working with patients and healthcare staff to provide seamless transitions between hospital, care facilities, and home environments. Highly organized and resourceful with a superior work ethic and focus on high-quality care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
III MEF Hospital Liaison/ Security Manager
U.S. Marine Corps, Marine Corps
11.2020 - Current
- Served as regional subject matter expert on evacuation tracking systems (TRAC2ES/NTS-equivalent), coordinating 104+ medical and non-combatant evacuations across the Pacific theater.
- Managed the accountability and security of over $400K in classified and unclassified communications assets, including 40 NIPR, SIPR, CX-K, and CX-J systems, TACLANEs, and two classified VTC systems (SVTC and Tandberg). Oversaw quarterly Consolidated Memorandum Receipt (CMR), enforced SF702 standards, reported violations, and coordinated the end-to-end replacement of encrypted hardware to ensure uninterrupted mission readiness.
- Managed Marine Corps equities within a joint, combined, and coalition staff at the 3-star command level, with command post exercises executed up to 4-star Joint Task Force oversight in the Indo-Pacific. Coordinated combatant evacuation planning and execution with U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps components, as well as United Nations representatives and Republic of Korea Navy, Marine, and Army forces, advising O-5 to O-7 leadership and ensuring synchronized medical evacuation operations under the Joint Theater Operations Center (JTOC).
- Trained and mentored Marines and sailors, medical staff, and interagency personnel in evacuation procedures, systems operations, and reporting requirements.
- Supported medical evacuation operations across the Indo-Pacific (2020–2023), coordinating Aerovac missions to move Marines and dependents to Role 3 or higher levels of care. Assisted Wounded Warrior Battalion commanders by preparing and tracking medical support packages, and liaised with HQMC Casualty Branch to secure entitlements and benefits for wounded, ill, and injured Marines. Contributed to COVID-19 evacuation and humanitarian assistance/disaster relief operations, integrating medical requirements with joint and international partners to ensure seamless support.
- Reviewed patient assessments, charts, and medical opinions to determine best courses of action.
- Educated fellow staff members on best practices in discharge planning through regular presentations and workshops aimed at promoting continuous improvement within the hospital liaison role.
- • Increased efficiency of information exchange between hospitals by developing and maintaining relationships with key personnel at partnering institutions.
- Streamlined the referral process, working closely with physicians to identify appropriate services and facilities for patient transfers.
Combat Engineer (MOS 1371)/ Platoon Commander
United States Marine Corps
08.2008 - 11.2020
- Directed humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HA/DR) construction operations across Central and South America (Belize, Honduras, Guatemala) as Logistics Chief and SNCOIC, leading 150+ Marines and Airmen in completing a hospital expansion, incinerator pad, schools, roads, and base infrastructure projects. Managed $300K in resources, 22,000+ man-hours, and 500+ heavy equipment hours, enhancing medical capacity in the Belmopan region and strengthening host-nation resilience in austere environments.
- Instructor for Corporal's Course (2 iterations) and subject matter trainer for bridge building, general engineering, and demolitions. Conducted technical training for both military and civilian teams (audio/visual systems).
- Led planning and execution of 30+ bridge construction operations and 25+ training evolutions; advised leadership on engineering readiness and deployment planning.
- Operated and maintained TACLANEs, routers, Wi-Fi pucks, sound boards, tablets, COTS communication equipment, ensuring operational readiness during training and real-world missions.
- Served as Platoon Commander (2019), directly advising leadership and managing mission execution for deployed engineer elements.
Education
Master of Science - Aeronautics
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Daytona Beach, Florida 03.2021 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Arkansas At Pine Bluff
Pine Bluff, Arkansas 08.2009 - 05.2013
High School Diploma -
Forrest City High School
Forrest City, Arkansas 08.2004 - 05.2008
Accomplishments
- Hospital Expansion (Project Manager) Managed the construction of $300,000 Hospital Expansion and medical waste facility in Belmopan, Belize.
- Logistics Chief for Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force Southern Command 19 (SPMAGTF-19) in Central America.
Additional Information
- AWARDS, Navy & Marine Corps Achievement Medal - Awarded for Hospital Construction Management Good Conduct Medal - Awarded 3 timesMeritorious Mass - Awarded for recruitment
Timeline
Master of Science - Aeronautics
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
03.2021 - 05.2023
III MEF Hospital Liaison/ Security Manager
U.S. Marine Corps, Marine Corps
11.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Arkansas At Pine Bluff
08.2009 - 05.2013
Combat Engineer (MOS 1371)/ Platoon Commander
United States Marine Corps
08.2008 - 11.2020
High School Diploma -
Forrest City High School
08.2004 - 05.2008
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