Highly skilled professional with 20 years of military service. 13 years of experience as a Special Agent, specializing in counterintelligence (CI) and criminal investigations and operations. Accomplished program manager in various capacities, adept at leading and collaborating across teams. Excellent communicator, effectively engaging with senior leadership and field agents alike. Authored comprehensive process guides showcasing expertise. Extensive experience with federal investigations, as well as collaborating with cleared defense contractors (CDC), emphasizing industry security and safeguarding U.S. technologies and research. Proven track record in implementing strategies to protect sensitive information. In-depth knowledge of federal laws, Executive Orders, DoD policies, National Industrial Security Program (NISP) and other CI frameworks related to defense contractor partnerships. Motivated, detail-oriented, and highly organized, consistently delivering excellence in complex operational environments.