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Washington, Dc, Us

As Unit Chief, I led a cross-functional team of 10 through the entire intelligence cycle from strategic planning to information collection, processing, analysis, and dissemination. I delivered a variety of summaries and reports to inform decision makers regarding emerging trends and cyber threats. I was also directly responsible for providing leadership regarding the assessment of new threat vectors and the creation of a proactive overall risk mitigation strategy.Highlights include: DEVISED RISK MITIGATION FRAMEWORK FOCUSED ON PARTNERSHIPS & STRONG TEAM LEADERSHIP► Opened new doors for information sharing with the private sector, launched a multi-agency project to deepen the conversation around emerging technology, and created a new communication sharing strategy that broadened intel dissemination without the need for additional resources.► Provided key organizational leadership on numerous boards, ensured leadership voids at all levels were filled with high-quality candidates, and developed top-performing teams.

Washington, Dc, Us

I coordinated a team of 8, comprised of leaders from various departmental units, to increase cybersecurity awareness throughout the entire enterprise. My team was key in the development and dissemination of a variety of cyber threat intelligence products. In addition, my role included leading the Threat Review and Priority process. Highlights include: GUIDED COMMUNICATION EXPANSION WHILE LEADING DIVISION TO COMPLETE CRITICAL TASKS► Executed a multi-faceted project that expanded cyber intelligence availability through development of a new technology platform. This new tool was considered integral to the division’s communication strategy.► Led division through first Threat Review and Prioritization Cycle and guided analyst team to overcome a tight last-minute deadline to complete 2015 Cyber National Threat Assessment on time.

Washington, Dc, Us

My role as a Senior Intelligence Analyst for the Field Intelligence Group expanded in 2013 to include oversight of the Cyber Intelligence Program. I led a team of 12 professionals including Intelligence Analysts, Special Agents, Professional Support, and Task Force Officers from various government agencies to ensure integration between the National Security and Criminal Branches.Highlights include:OFFERED TECHNICAL SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE WHILE LEADING TEAM TO MITIGATE RISK► Provided technical expertise and guidance to analyst team regarding all intelligence matters. ► Uncovered division-wide health, program, and threat measures as aspects of the Field Office Strategic Plan. Guided strategy meetings to facilitate personnel in developing solutions for both operational and intelligence gaps.► Increased Intelligence Information Report dissemination 91% in one year. Won approval to create a reports team to increase productivity.

Washington, Dc, Us

As an Intelligence Analyst for the Cyber Squad I worked on a variety of high-profile initiatives including the Computer Intrusion and Violent Crimes Against Children projects. I produced intelligence reports, bulletins, situational reports, and division assessments while collaborating with agents on investigations.Highlights include:COMMUNICATED COMPLEX TECHNICAL DATA TO STAKEHOLDERS AT ALL LEVELS► Drafted and edited 25+ Intelligence Information Reports and disseminated 102+.► Presented raw data clearly during briefs to executive management, utilizing visual aids to assist those without a technical background.► Guided less experienced analysts to gain access to a variety of open and closed sources.► Testified in both Federal and State Criminal Court

Washington, Dc, Us

After my start with the FBI as a Personal Security Specialist I was promoted into an Intelligence Research Specialist role where I excelled. Not long after that move, I was elevated again to a supervisory role as Intelligence Operations Specialist where I served 2 years before spending an additional year as a Supervisory Intelligence Research Specialist. During this time, I partnered to initiate the FBI’s Internet Fraud Complaint Center currently known as the Internet Crime Complaint Center. I also led my team of 12 analysts to produce Intelligence Reports for dissemination to field divisions.

Washington, Dc, Us

Earlier roles with the FBI:Document Classification ClerkPersonnel Security SpecialistIntelligence Research Specialist