As a part-time senior security consultant with Group Nine Risk Consulting, I conduct security vulnerability assessments and provide expert witness testimony for premise security cases.

- Lead a non-sworn public safety team protecting the 130-acre main campus of Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska, and a health sciences campus in Phoenix, Arizona.- Chair the Emergency Preparedness Committee and Critical Incident Response Team, leading the planning and execution of University responses to physical, cyber, and reputational threats to the University.- Manage all campus safety and security technology systems, including video surveillance, card access, panic buttons, and fire alarm systems.- Coordinate compliance with the Clery Act, Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act, and other applicable federal and state laws.- Manage campus parking, transportation, fire safety, and EHS services.- Serve on the Threatening Behavior Committee, Campus Planning Committee, and Title IX Advisory Committee.

Provided executive oversight for facilities, infrastructure, civil engineering, fire and emergency services, explosive ordnance disposal, law enforcement, anti-terrorism, and force protection programs for Air Force Special Operations Command, supporting 19,500 Airmen at five main installations and multiple combat operating bases worldwide. Chief of Security Forces and senior law enforcement officer in the command.

Led a multinational team of 40+ military, civilian and contractor police advisors and linguists to guide the professionalization of the Afghan National Police. Mentored the commander of police training to mold the national training enterprise for 187,000 national and local police. Forged a high-performance team across cultural and linguistic boundaries in a high-threat environment.

Senior advisor to the Commander, Air Force District of Washington, on strategic planning, organizational efficiency, and innovation. Coached 350-person headquarters staff on the use of continuous process improvement tools.- Implemented the Air Force District of Washington 2014-19 Strategic Plan; developed quantitative and qualitative key performance indicators and supporting metrics to assess progress toward strategic goals- Analyzed mission tasks and customer base to identify process waste and recommend divestitures in support of 40,000 Airmen in the National Capital Region and worldwide during intense fiscal pressure- Identified organizational strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats to focus limited resources

Installation Commander for four US / NATO military bases in England and Norway, commanding 6 squadrons with 745 US, British, and Norwegian military and civilian employees. Directed operational and logistical support to enable key intelligence and communications missions. Executed $35M annual budget and maintained 950 facilities valued at $1B located on 1,200 acres.- Led a comprehensive public safety program for a multinational community of 6,500 personnel, forging excellence in law enforcement, fire prevention, and emergency services and earning recognition as the Best Medium Sized Police Unit in the US Air Force for 2013- Re-opened a mothballed small arms firing range; innovative approach minimized costs while addressing longstanding safety concerns, eliminating a 3-hour commute, and reducing annual costs by $164K- Boldly implemented a risk mitigation strategy to eliminate $1.5M in annual firefighter overtime costs- Achieved #1 project execution rate in Europe, managing over 100 construction projects valued at over $155M, including a $10M data center and a $12M expansion to a NATO intelligence facility- Delivered three major construction projects: $16M Medical/Dental Clinic, $13.5M upgrade to family housing and $4.5M Fitness Center renovation; all ahead of schedule and under budget- Earned multiple awards for best US Air Force programs in Europe, including Youth Program, Communications Facility, Post Office, Community Center, Facility Demolition, and Dental Clinic- Bestowed with “Freedom of the District” by the Huntingdon District Council—the first foreign military unit to receive this honor; recognized for key role in community relations; acceptance speech featured on BBC News- "Leadership gold! Master commander who conquered toughest joint support environment I've seen! Top results are his standard trademark" - Commander, 501st Combat Support Wing

Managed lethal and non-lethal weapons, munitions, electronic security systems, and police equipment programs. Provided policy and guidance for 30,000 US Air Force Security Forces personnel worldwide.- Orchestrated a $19M overhaul to the electronic security system for a critical nuclear weapons storage area, overcoming technical challenges and adverse weather to complete the project on-time and within budget

- Master of Strategic Studies degree with extensive coursework in strategic leadership, national security policy, international relations, and regional studies on South America and the Middle East- Completed 2-week field studies visit to Qatar, Egypt, and Israel- Authored original research thesis on the dynamics of international drug trafficking through West Africa

Staff leader on an international headquarters staff directing combat operations in Iraq. Developed and implemented strategic-level antiterrorism and force protection policy to preserve the warfighting capability of over 300K coalition personnel serving on over 60 major sites across Iraq.- Designed a visionary transition plan to return control of Baghdad's International Zone to the Government of Iraq, a crucial step to enable the safe and orderly withdrawal of US combat forces- Conducted force protection site surveys in some of the most violent cities in Iraq, ensuring adequate security for the historic 2009 Iraqi national elections- Designed protective features and procedures for key Government of Iraq facilities and the new Swedish Embassy in Baghdad, providing valuable insight to safeguard diplomatic functions- "Brilliant officer! Positive strategic impact on stability ops in Iraq; tackled multiple tough issues--stellar results! Insightful strategic thinker!" - Brigadier, Australian Army, Deputy Director, Combined Joint Ops

Commander of a squadron of 500 military and civilian personnel providing law enforcement, physical security, and information protection for one of the largest Air Force installations in the United States. Secured aircraft, facilities, and equipment worth over $5B and protected a community of 45K personnel. Led AF’s largest acquisition security/program protection team, providing info/personnel/industrial security for all Aeronautical Systems Center programs and five government-owned/contractor-operated plants. Directed the largest Air Force contract security guard force in the Continental United States, with over 100 security guards working at installation entry control points.- Excelled as Emergency Operations Center Director during first-ever base exercise under the National Incident Management System (NIMS) structure; praised by observers from the Air Force Civil Engineer Support Agency for decisive leadership - Rated “Best Info Security Program in entire Executive Branch” by Information Security Oversight Office- Executed flawless security and traffic plans for high-visibility events attended by thousands, including a Presidential visit, the annual US Air Force Marathon, and the annual base fireworks show- "#1 Security Forces Commander in my 25 years!" -- Commander, 88th Mission Support Group- "#1 of 13 Squadron Commanders--absolutely stellar commander, inspirational leader, trusted advisor! An enthusiastic passionate leader!" - Commander, 88th Air Base Wing

- Master of Science in Strategic Intelligence with a concentration in Terrorism- Completed optional leadership curriculum, fulfilling academic requirements for Intelligence Community senior executives

Commander of a 158-person squadron protecting the hub of ground control operations for over 140 Department of Defense satellites and a global network of command, control & communications facilities valued at $46B. Led law enforcement operations for a community of over 4,000 military and civilian personnel. - Opened a $5.8M Visitor Control Center and $7.4M Secure Area Logistics Facility, dramatically enhancing base access controls and enabling in-depth screening (X-ray and canine) of all deliveries- #1 of 410 eligible officers as the 50th Space Wing nominee for the 14th Air Force “General Horner Tiger Award” for superior leadership and integrity- "#1 of 4 Squadron Commanders! Fixed a broken squadron--warrior spirit, consistently produced excellence, superb mature leader" - Commander, 50th Mission Support Group

Commander of a 211-person squadron guarding unique Special Operations aviation assets and protecting a community of 12,500 people living and working at the home of US Air Force Special Operations Command. Operated the second busiest small arms firing range in the US Air Force, training 12,000 shooters annually.- Architect of the most significant security technology upgrade plan and execution in the base history, doubling surveillance capability on the flightline and installation entry points- Conducted sensitive force protection surveys of sites in Iraq, enabling Special Operations Forces leaders to make informed decisions to support aircraft beddown locations in a combat zone- Trained and certified 13 bicycle patrolmen, revitalizing community policing initiatives and reducing response times in family housing areas- "#1 Security Forces Commander I have seen in 27 years" - Commander, 16th Mission Support Group

Commanded a squadron of 112 officer candidates, serving as a primary role model and instructor in the formation of cadet leadership and professional qualities.- Ranked as the #1 Air Officer Commanding in Cadet Group 4 for Academic Year 2001-02- "Outstanding leader and exceptional role model" -- Commander, 34th Training Group

Front-line and staff positions leading law enforcement and physical security operations to protect personnel, aircraft and facilities at Langley AFB, Virginia; Keflavik, Iceland; and Offutt AFB, Nebraska.- Deployed to Colombia to protect a remote radar site performing counter-narcotics surveillance in the Amazon jungle; fortified the site with fencing, watch towers, and fighting positions to protect 40 personnel- Team Captain for the US Air Force Security Police Combat Rifle Team; trained and led team to Atlantic Challenge, an international military police marksmanship competition hosted in England- Commanded a 96-person flight providing physical security for 1.5 million square foot USSTRATCOM Headquarters Complex, ensuring protection of 19 Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities