Robert Kuge Email & Phone Number

Transportation Security Operations Center

• Led and set assignments for 40 personnel comprised of federal agents, terrorism intelligence analysts, and TSA civilian staff engaged in oversight, support, and coordination of all law enforcement efforts affecting.
• Regularly conducted investigations of internal and external crisis management incidents through telephonic interviews of witnesses & employees, utilized investigative databases (LexisNexis/FBI/DHS databases) and.
• Reviewed and implemented daily analysis of high level intelligence that impacted operational and strategic planning.
• Frequently managed multiple crisis events with competing priorities and deadlines.

Systems Operation Control Section, Mission Operation Center

• Serve as both operational and administrative supervisor for the office supervising 30 personnel consisting of federal agents, TSA civilian employees, and contractors. Investigated employee disciplinary issues.
• Investigated numerous disciplinary complaints against employees ranging from inter-personal conflict to waste, fraud, and abuse of government resources. Information was collected through interviews, witness statements.
• Routinely assigned to new hire and promotional Selection Panels. Responsibilities included creating specific interview questions tailored to each position. The majority of interviews with the candidates were conducted.
• Planned, coordinated, and executed thousands of global multi-jurisdictional surveillance missions to track persons with known terrorist associations, through investigative analysis of intelligence, investigative.

Baltimore Field Office

• Selected to lead training elements of transition of 200+ Federal Air Marshals to agency’s first new field office since 2010. Directed all training activities - including supervision of eight instructors, negotiation.
• Oversaw successful transition with no disruption - met all FAMS annual training requirements during transition
• Led design and installation processes for permanent training section - created office areas, $100K gym, mat room, $700K state-of-the-art aircraft simulator, armory, and locker room areas
• Achieved 100% accountability for records, weapons, gear, and ammunition during all phases of transition
• Negotiated with local stakeholders to secure temporary firearms range at zero cost; researched, negotiated, and initiated contract agreements with permanent firearms training facilities while maintaining stringent.
• Supported professional development of 19 FAMs from four classes as Field Training Program Supervisor and mentor

Washington Field Office

• Reported to Assistant Special Agent in Charge while supervising, setting work assignments for, and ensuring operational readiness for up to 25 squad members. Managed unit discipline, supported employee development, and.
• Served as acting SFAM of Visible Intermodal Prevention and Response (VIPR) team during incumbent’s absence - supervising and maintaining discipline for eight FAMs tasks with maintaining relationships and conducting.
• Developed and implemented new Sensitive Security Information and Private Personal Information procedures that brought field office into compliance with DHS and TSA guidelines for maintenance, distribution, and disposal.

Systems Operation Control Division

• Managed all shift operations, supervised and created duty assignments for up to 20 controllers, and coordinated law enforcement activities between field-based Federal Air Marshals and Mission Operations Center (MOC)..
• Assisted HQ Investigations Branch, Flight Tracking Office, Reservations Branch, and Liaison Branch with developing Special Mission Coverages in concert with multinational law enforcement and aviation safety agencies
• Participated in stepped-up security measures following Hurricane Katrina, evacuation of US personnel from Lebanon during civil war, and UK Subway Bombings - authored new policies and procedures following events to.

Pittsburgh, PA & Atlantic City, NJ

• Deployed on flights to detect, deter, and defeat hostile acts targeting US air carriers. Ensured safety of passengers, crew, and aircraft by interfacing with airport managers and airlines personnel, conducting security.
• Received Outstanding Service Award in August 2003

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Washington, DC

• Engage in law enforcement and investigative activities necessary to ensure public safety, security, and crime in and around the United States Capitol.
• Performed field interviews, interrogations, and successfully interacted with a diverse range of individuals from all backgrounds in a respectful and courteous manner.
• Provided preliminary investigative reports to lead investigative detectives and regularly engaged with federal attorneys to review criminal reports, investigative findings, and collaborate prior to and during trial.