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Maritime Support Concepts, LLC is a 100% Veteran-Owned enabler of both conventional and unconventional forces, delivering turnkey maritime solutions that drive mission success. We support U.S. Special Operations Command, Marine Corps Expeditionary Forces, allied forces, and defense intelligence agencies with scalable, modular platforms ready for rapid deployment across any operational theater. Our forward-leaning strategies ensure full-spectrum readiness, force agility, and seamless adaptation to any maritime environment, enhancing power projection and strategic presence aligned with national defense priorities.By leveraging industrial-grade assets and commercially proven platforms, we deliver mission-critical logistics, defense consulting, and operational support for littoral, blue-water, and extended maritime operations, including amphibious and maritime assault training. Our solutions uphold National Defense and Security imperatives, ensuring rapid force projection and strategic alignment.

College Station, Texas, Us

Director of Marine Operations at TDI-Brooks International, overseeing domestic and international fleet operations to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant execution of offshore geotechnical, geophysical, geochemical, and environmental surveys. Responsible for managing multi-function offshore research and dynamically positioned (DP) vessels, coordinating vessel deployment, logistics, and regulatory compliance across various operational environments.Develops bespoke deck layouts and mobilization concepts tailored to client-specific project needs, overseeing complex mobilization and demobilization processes to optimize operational readiness. Manages capital projects, vessel performance, and offshore and shore-based teams, including maintenance, compliance, HSE, project execution, and maritime security. Drives asset utilization strategies, budget management, and risk mitigation, while enforcing stringent safety and regulatory standards.Collaborates with cross-functional stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency, lead strategic partnerships, and support initiatives within the oil and gas, renewable energy, and defense maritime sectors. Ensures seamless integration of complex maritime operations, aligning technical execution with the evolving demands of the global marine industry.

College Station, Texas, Us

Chief Security Officer at TDI-Brooks International, responsible for managing comprehensive security protocols and risk management strategies for global marine operations and corporate headquarters. Oversees security planning, policy development, and compliance initiatives to protect personnel, assets, and sensitive data. Manages high-level security clearances, conducts threat assessments, and coordinates with government and private sector partners to ensure compliance with international security standards.Oversees Ship Security Plans (SSPs) and manages the deployment of contracted maritime security companies, including Castor Vali, to provide physical security and armed gunboat escorts for offshore operations in high-risk areas. Ensures seamless integration of security measures, maintains vessel and facility protection, and safeguards operations against evolving threats while adhering to international maritime security regulations.

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Operated as a team member within the CIA’s Special Activities Center (SAC) at the GS-14 level, overseeing strategic guidance and operational command of high-risk paramilitary and clandestine missions in conflict zones, including Afghanistan. Advised senior DoD officials, Intelligence Community leaders, and the National Security Council on critical threats, HVT networks, and operational dynamics, delivering actionable intelligence that shaped U.S. national security strategy.A member of a Special Operations team executing highly sensitive activities such as direct action missions, clandestine HUMINT and SIGINT operations, interdiction of strategic targets, and capture/kill operations against high-value targets. Ensured a flawless operational success rate through comprehensive mission planning, precision execution, and integration of real-time intelligence. Embedded with indigenous forces, built strategic alliances, and enhanced paramilitary operations through local partnerships.Provided critical assessments on tactical opportunities, operational risks, and battlefield conditions, influencing strategic decision-making at the highest levels. Orchestrated cross-border clandestine raids, executed high-stakes covert actions, and neutralized HVTs, advancing U.S. counterterrorism and counterinsurgency objectives. Contributed to the development and execution of covert action programs that protected U.S. interests in challenging and hostile environments worldwide.

Ft. Meade, Md, Us

Led a specialized NSA field operations unit conducting SIGINT and HUMINT missions. Led ground operations involving real-time intelligence collection, analysis, and dissemination, providing crucial support to dynamic missions in hostile environments. Conducted threat assessments and produced operational intelligence reports for senior leadership, ensuring actionable insights for mission-critical decisions.Oversaw mission planning, risk management, and advanced tactical training, integrating multi-source intelligence and ISR platforms to enhance operational execution and intelligence gathering. Deployed advanced SIGINT and ISR systems in austere environments, optimizing tactical intelligence flow to U.S. and allied forces.Fostered strategic relationships with local populations in hostile regions to enhance HUMINT operations and secure access to critical intelligence. Coordinated closely with U.S. Embassy RSO, DoD components, foreign intelligence services, and Tier 1 U.S. military units to enhance joint intelligence-sharing and synchronize operational efforts.

Fort Bragg, Nc, Us

Operated as a Team member within JSOC’s Joint Special Operations Task Force, specializing in direct action, counterterrorism, and special reconnaissance missions in high-threat border regions. Provided tactical expertise, battlefield mentorship, and strategic oversight to prepare for missions targeting Taliban and insurgent networks.A member of a special operations team in executing complex joint operations, including kill/capture missions, HVT raids, special reconnaissance (SR), and interdiction missions. Operations focused on dismantling insurgent command structures and disrupting logistical routes along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border, a critical zone for Taliban activities, including infiltration and smuggling. Conducted intelligence-driven direct action missions in austere environments to capture or neutralize key Taliban figures, bomb-makers, and transnational threats.Directed mission planning and execution, integrating ISR capabilities with special operations ground forces. Coordinated close air support (CAS), rotary-wing insertions/extractions, and precision strikes, ensuring rapid and decisive action against targets.

Special Operations Marine and Force Reconnaissance Marine

Camp Pendleton, Ca, Us

0311 at 1/5 (1st Battalion 5th Marines)

Masters Business Administration (Mba)

Bachelors Of Science (Bs) Degree, Human Services, Professional Development

Project Management Professional (Pmp)