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San Antonio, Texas, Us

Currently managing ongoing operations in areas such as penetration testing, security auditing, and training as well as developing strategic business partnerships.

Reston, Va, Us

• Identified, researched, and evaluated current and emerging technologies associated with military and other security operations including telecommunications, computer software, collection tools, simulation software, and analytical tools.• Conducted requirements and performance analysis on multiple, advanced technologies including capabilities analysis, system interoperability, and conceptual use including modification and improvement relating to intelligence production, force protection, and other capabilities.• Supported the research and analytical development of white papers, test and evaluation assessments, employment recommendations and development proposals.• Utilized technical tools to support program requirements including online portals, software tools, and other technical resources.

Global, Us

• Integrated ArmA gaming software into military training exercises and provided periods of instruction using Virtual Battlespace (VBS) simulations.• Analyzed unit performance during gaming environment exercises and provided subject matter expertise for military doctrine, tactics, techniques, procedures, tactical planning, and strategic operations using the After Action Review process.• Conducted outreach with partner organizations to enhance VBS quality and interoperability• Trained units preparing for deployment on IED-defeat skills to ensure combat readiness• Developed scenarios and modifications to VBS to support unit identified training objectives• Collaborated with military units to capture and virtualize real world scenarios.• Certified in the creation of 3D models, terrain generation, network administration, and scripting for VBS software.

Washington, Dc, Us

• Documented, compiled, and analyzed ground intelligence TTPs from throughout the MCISRE in garrison and deployed operations.• Created ground intelligence TTPs and operational architectures of varying warfare models for all Marine echelons.• Conducted gap-analysis of TTPs and mission architectures to brief senior leaders on recommended models.• Conducted ground TTP outreach with partner nations and sister services to expand breadth of MCISRE TTP quality and interoperability within a coalition framework.• Conducted outreach with partner nations and sister services to increase MCISRE TTP quality and interoperability.• Evaluated effectiveness of training plans for preparing intelligence analysts for deployment.

Washington, Dc, Us

• Provided periods of instruction, proficiency assessments, and exercise support spanning three regiments, eight battalions, 26 junior Intelligence Analysts, and 47 senior Intelligence Officer/Chief students.• Subject matter expert for instructional design relating to conducting company and tactical level intelligence analysis.• Developed training aids, student guides, and instructor reference materials to meet local/remote training requirements.• Implemented intelligence and operations integration curriculum utilizing the USMC’s Systems Approach to Training.• Assisted in the drafting of the intelligence section of a battalion tactical standard operating procedure publication to be used Marine Corps wide.

Washington, Dc, Us

• Participated in a mobile training teams to provide intelligence training for fleet Marine forces.• Developed social science-based methods of intelligence analysis for military operations to include: elite analysis, organizational & underground network analysis, economic and fiscal analysis, and threat finance analysis.

Washington, Dc, Us

• Developed lethal/non-lethal target packages and tracked HVI’s/HVT’s utilizing various intelligence disciplines and cross-service capabilities.• Produced collections plans and interfaced with assets for counter-narcotic and detainee operations.• Conducted human terrain mapping and social network analysis to support Counter-Intelligence/HUMINT efforts.• Supervised counter-terrorism missions through debriefings, UAV’s, forensics, SIGINT, site exploitation and biometric data.• Created and maintained a large scale electronic intelligence database allowing for more effective analysis and easier dissemination to all levels.

Washington, Dc, Us

• Developed products in support of Coalition Forces operating within the Horn of Africa and Latin America.

• Created content for and maintained business’s storefront website.• Consulted with business owners and associates on effective web marketing which significantly increased patronage.• Led the design, development, and implementation of a newsletter system received by over 650 customers per month.• Managed daily updates, blog entries, photographs, system upgrades and customer correspondence.

Program For Leadership Development

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Information Technology