Jacksonville, North Carolina, United States
Mission-driven intelligence professional with 17+ years of experience in military and defense contractor roles supporting Special Operations Forces (SOF). Proven expertise in all-source analysis, intelligence training, and technical integration of advanced C2 platforms across global operations. Deep background in leadership, mentorship, and cross-functional team support. Skilled in tools such as Palantir, Analyst Notebook, FADE, and ESRI.
-Led and managed a team of three GFSEs supporting Marine Special Operations Command (MARSOC), enabling SOF users to maximize the operational utility of advanced intelligence and analytical platforms. -Deliver unbiased, enterprise-wide field service support across multiple command-and-control (C2) and all-source analytic platforms, enhancing real-time situational awareness and mission planning capabilities. -Maintain and update ASIF training curriculum for the SOF enterprise, ensuring content alignment with evolving mission requirements and analytical toolsets. -Provide subject matter expertise and consultation to senior SOF leadership on implementation, integration, and evaluation of all-source fusion tools in support of acquisition and operational objectives. -Support strategic software lifecycle development and coordinate field feedback to improve platform functionality and enhance end-user experience across SOCOM intelligence tool suites.
-Advised the Team Leader and 20-person Marine Corps Advisor Team on all intelligence-related matters to support security cooperation efforts across the full spectrum of conflict. -Led enlisted team members in the execution of mission-essential tasks, ensuring full preparedness to train, advise, and assist Foreign Security Forces (FSF) across diverse operational environments. -Advised FSF senior enlisted leaders on responsibilities, command support, and unit cohesion strategies, strengthening internal discipline and execution of commander’s intent. -Delivered routine METT-TC situational updates, maintained historical data, and provided intelligence analysis to support mission planning and decision-making. -Trained and advised both U.S. forces and FSF in intelligence targeting, collection planning, tactical site exploitation, and anti-terrorism/force protection (AT/FP) assessments. -Provided direct intelligence support to FSF operations, including supplemental briefings for host nation commanders and intelligence section development. -Instructed and mentored over 700 personnel from 17 countries by delivering joint intelligence classes and supporting multinational collaboration in a complex, joint environment.
-Provided direct support to MARSOC and other SOF users in garrison, deployed, and training environments, enabling full utilization of SOCOM intelligence architecture and analytical tools. -Designed and optimized intelligence workflows and data frameworks across platforms including Palantir, IBM, ESRI (SGE), FADE, Bodhi, ANB, and SharePoint, tailored to multi-domain operations. -Delivered on-site and remote training, technical support, and system integration to enhance user adoption and maximize operational efficiency of SOCOM's analytical toolset. -Supported the fielding, sustainment, system administration, and troubleshooting of advanced intel platforms to ensure mission continuity and technology readiness. -Provided advanced analytical mentorship to all-source and multi-discipline intelligence professionals across the USSOCOM enterprise, elevating analytical tradecraft and product quality
-Produced and delivered multi-source intelligence reports and briefings utilizing HUMINT, SIGINT, and IMINT to support tactical, operational, and strategic-level decision-making. -Managed target development, target nominations, and full targeting packet production against terrorist threats within SOCFWD-East Africa and SOCFWD-Northwest Africa Areas of Interest (AOIs). -Conducted Intelligence Preparation of the Battlespace (IPB/IPOE) to support mission planning and tactical deployments of Special Operations Forces (SOF). -Developed, managed, and directed intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) collection and full motion video target development priorities by identifying intelligence gaps and specifying/recommending assets to fill those gaps in support of counter-terrorism operations. -Maintained real-time situational awareness of the operational and strategic intelligence picture; provided analytical support to team leadership, the U.S. Ambassador, and interagency partners. -Educated and informed key decision makers within AFRICOM, SOCAFRICA, US Embassy staff, the US Intelligence Community, and the Host Nation military on sensitive programs and initiatives
-Served in both garrison and deployed environments as a senior analyst, platoon sergeant, and intelligence chief, leading over 20 Marines in support of regimental-level intelligence operations -Directed the full intelligence cycle- including collection, analysis, production, and dissemination -across training exercises and combat operations in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Lead analysis and targeting efforts on 50+ high-value targets; produced over 60 INTSUMs and 100+ RFI responses, ensuring timely intelligence support to both stateside leadership and forward-deployed units. -Developed and disseminated detailed intelligence products, including maps, Annex B, IPBs, GRINTSUMs, DISUMs, and SITREPs to support exercises such as Bold Alligator 2012 and Spartan Advance, and operations in RC(SW). -Managed intelligence journal tracking over 800 reports to maintain continuity and enable rapid reference for analysts. -Served as Foreign Disclosure Representative; provided AO briefs to incoming units and conducted intelligence support visits to improve CLIC capabilities at the battalion level. -Oversaw site surveys, physical security inspections, and classified material readiness to ensure operational continuity across exercises and deployments. -Managed personnel security clearances as Security Assistant. -Served as the Regimental Intelligence Chief during leadership absence, maintaining full operational oversight and product quality control.
-Conducted foot and motorized patrols, providing security for critical installations, personnel, and assets. -Conducted physical security surveys of all restricted areas across five military installations and prepared detailed reports for commanders to ensure security standards. -Supported Incident Response Platoon in 24 combat logistics patrols, 18 mounted patrols, and 5 aerial supply recovery missions in high-threat environments across the Al Anbar Province during Operations Iraqi Freedom. -Acted as the Regimental Intelligence Chief during leadership absence, maintaining full operational oversight and product quality control. -Provided armed overwatch and security for convoys and fixed sites, maintaining an aggressive posture to deter enemy activity and ensure the safety of personnel and equipment. -Demonstrated expert proficiency in weapons handling, rules of engagement (ROE), escalation of force, and immediate action procedures during dynamic and often hostile operations. -Relayed time-sensitive threat information with precision to vehicle commanders, significantly enhancing situational awareness and response effectiveness on every mission.