Experience

South Carolina National Guard

• Armed Forces
• 100 - 200 Employee

• 169th Security Force Squadron Commander

  • Jul 2022 - Present

  Lead, manage, and direct 85 Security Forces (SF) personnel in protecting nuclear and conventional weapons systems and other resources. Plan, lead, and direct SF deployments. Direct integrated defense functions including control and security of terrain inside and immediately adjacent to military installations, and defense of personnel, equipment, and resources. Directs employment and operation of communications equipment, vehicles, intrusion detection equipment, crew served-weapons, and other special purpose equipment. Lead and organize SF operations. Enforce standards of conduct, discipline and adherence to laws and directives. Oversee police services, security, combat arms, and confinement operations. Oversee and evaluate unit performance. Manage the Integrated Defense Risk Management Process (IDRMP). Serve on boards and planning groups involving security, force protection, police services, and antiterrorism matters. Show less



Air National Guard

• United States
• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• Branch Chief, Security Forces Operations

  • Jul 2020 - Jul 2022

  Served as the Branch Chief of Air National Guard (ANG) Security Forces (SF) Operations supervising a 4-person staff divided into three programs managing; Deployment and Contingences, Functional Area Management, and Domestic Operations. Oversaw the daily operational requirements and deployment of over 7.6K ANG SF members in more than 90 different organizations in 50 states and four territories. Orchestrated workforce and operational capability assessments in order to enhance SF efficiency and effectiveness. Provided executive guidance to ANG senior leadership on all security-related matters. Served as focal point for all matters pertaining to force protection, antiterrorism, and installation security. Conducted site visits to ANG installations to ensure the effectiveness of SF programs. • As a Planning and Programing Officer, developed several statewide contingency operations plans (CONPLANs) and was the conduit to satisfy all National Guard Bureau "request for information," aiding mission successes. • Partnered with National Guard Bureau/A58 to leveraged National Guard and Reserve Equipment Appropriation funds to procure $3.8M for Counter-Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems for enhance Force Protection at ANG installations. Show less



Maryland Air National Guard

• Baltimore, Maryland, United States

• Domestic Operations Officer - Planning and Programming

  • Aug 2014 - Jul 2020

  Served as the Domestic Operations Officer and the Joint Planning and Training Officer. Oversaw the training and deployment of over 1100 members of the MDANG for domestic operations. Provided continuity of operations for Headquarters, MDANG Air Staff during steady state operations. During domestic operations within the State of Maryland, transitioned to the Air Staff Operational Element Plans and Programming officer. Assisted the Director of Operations in ensuring the discharge of assigned responsibility for the direction and control of operations, beginning with planning and through completion of specific operations. Show less



Baltimore City Police Department(Retired)

• Baltimore, Maryland, United States

• Police Lieutenant / Internal Affairs Detective / Special Events Commander

  • Apr 1999 - Jun 2020

  Retired as a Lieutenant after 21 years in the 8th largest municipal police force in the United States with over 3,100 civilian and sworn personnel maintaining security for over 624,000 residents. Supervised a team of police Sergeants and other law enforcement support staff. Responsible for officer assignments, patrol operations and investigations. Prepared and reviewed reports. Ensured all departmental policies and procedures were followed. Developed crime plans and provided input to strategic decisions that affected the assigned geographic area of responsibility. In absence of Captain or Major will act as District Commander. • Responsible for the strategic development and implementation of all special events planning that impacted the City of Baltimore. Served as the lead law enforcement official for executive mission planning. • Point person for ensuring the proper billing and staffing of all secondary employment and/or overtime for sworn officers. • Reviewed and created law enforcement deployments for all permitted special events, to include festivals neighborhood block parties, Presidential visits, marathons, sporting events, and parades. • Trained, supervised, and deployed law enforcement teams to detect, deter, and respond to terrorist and criminal activity in the Baltimore City metropolitan area. Conducted threat assessments and planned operations at transportation hubs and large gatherings. • During the Baltimore Civil Unrest” the single largest statewide activation of the Maryland Military Department since the 1968 Civil Riots; lent knowledge of local law enforcement operational procedures serving instrumental as the MDANG Guard Liaison Officer and provided timely information to the Joint Staff, Maryland National Guard for mission analysis. • Qualified as a Certified Law Enforcement Instructor as granted by Maryland Public Safety & Training Commission. Show less



175th Security Forces Squadron, MDANG

• Operations Officer

  • Mar 2011 - Aug 2014

  Led a 111-member SF Squadron (SFS), one of the largest in the entire ANG, supporting both federal and state missions. Trained, equipped, and provided security professionals ready for short-notice worldwide service. Developed and maintained programs lauded as “outstanding” by inspectors from higher headquarters (HQ). Oversaw annual operations, maintenance, and personnel budgets in excess of $150K. Provided expert security advice to senior executives and state officials. Developed detailed contingency plans for protection of resources, infrastructure, and personnel. Show less



BALTIMORE CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT

• Officer / Detective/ K9 Handler

  • Jan 2001 - Jan 2008

  Investigate alleged or suspected violations of criminal statues, integrity, excessive force, domestic violence, harassment, abusive language towards citizens, police involved shootings, and serious misconduct. Questioned witnesses, criminal and non-criminal to elicit information to aid in investigation. Supervise and examine crime scenes analysis to obtain clues and gather evidence through the collection, preservation, documentation. Meet with prosecuting attorney's office for the purpose of filing charges and providing information prior to trial. Perform undercover work as required. Show less

• Police Officer

  • Jan 1999 - Feb 2006

  Maintained all issued service equipment. Attends and participates annual in-service training. Responsible for patrolling an assigned area to prevent, discover and enforce crime. Completion of required Maryland Police and Training course electives.Conduct security checks of businesses and residential areas on patrol route. Direct traffic and operate traffic radar monitored equipment. Questioned witnesses, complainants, victims and suspects and takes statements and affidavits. Kept accurate records of activities and prepared reports concerning crimes, complaints, accidents, and investigations Show less



U.S. Air Force Reserve

• United States
• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• Supply Craftsman

  • Apr 2005 - Nov 2007



MDANG

• Staff Sergeant

  • Jan 2002 - Apr 2007

  2002 - 2007 Supervises and performs item and monetary accounting and inventory stock control, financial planning, and funds control. Computes requirement, determines allowance, and researches and identifies supplies and equipment requirements. Supervises and performs operations involved in storage, inspection, identification, and receipt of property. Responsible for facility safety and security. Conduct inventories. Operates automated equipment, special purpose government vehicles, and material handling equipment Show less



United State Army III Corps

• Noncommissioned Officer Academy Graduated

  • Jun 1992 - Jul 1992

  Training Course Graduated 1992 Training Course Graduated 1992