Marketing Coordinator Social Media

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Dynamic and motivated leader adept at navigating dynamic and ambiguous environments. Committed to personal development with a proven ability to quickly learn and adapt to emerging technologies, business needs, priorities, and shifting geopolitics. Expertise in managing projects and teams within highly technical radio frequency (RF) environments, often under-budgeted and under-resourced, with high operational tempos and demanding customer requirements.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Developed advanced technical tradecraft tailored to target large and unrelated data sets for the offensive and defensive utilization of RF technologies in support of ground systems and aircraft platforms.

Successfully managed and facilitated the fastest and largest mission growth in site history, expanding site mission, personnel, and resources.

Increased organizational outputs by over 500% by optimizing human capital and technological development, developing written aids, and leading to improved customer satisfaction. Recognized at high levels of the federal government.

Transformed organizational culture and operational capabilities through the redesign and implementation of advanced tactical procedures and alternative talent management processes. Simplified complex RF-associated signal processing techniques for senior decision-makers, optimizing operations and increasing employee job satisfaction and retention.

Developed a new technical mission targeting previously ignored customer requirements from Law Enforcement Offices (LEO), enhancing support against active operations worldwide by fusing modern cyber forensic techniques with traditional RF signals.

Discovered and documented new trends, tactics, and procedures (TTP) employed by high-priority adversarial entities worldwide, eliminating confusion and duplicative workloads within national systems and improving overall threat assessments.

Directed, collaborated, and contributed to the multi-sourced identification, analysis, and reporting of high-priority operational and developmental RF signal-associated target sets in support of military aircraft and ground system superiority. Recognized by senior-level decision-makers within numerous federal agencies.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Conflict / Crisis Management

Human Capital Management

Information and Knowledge Management

Leveraging Diversity

Strategic / Tactical Planning

Risk Assessment / Contingency Planning

Team Building

Program Development

Talent Recruitment and Management

Information Sharing and Dissemination

Mentoring and Coaching

Program Governance and Execution

Records Management

SPECIALIZED SKILLS

Mobile Forensic Analysis

Geographic Information Science (GIS)

Metadata Analysis

Signal Analysis

Pattern Detection / Discovery

Data Mining

Information Assurance

FOCUS AREAS

Radar Technology & Development

Digital & Cellular Networks

Satellite Systems

Electromagnetic Interference

Counter-Terrorism Tactics

Counter-Proliferation Tactics

Counter-Narcotics Tactics

Counter-Space Tactics

Counter-Intelligence Tactics

Counter-Surveillance Tactics

Counter-Improvised Explosive Device (IED) Technology and Tactics

DEREK STRONG

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AWARDS / HONORS

Performance Bonus (2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2009)

Cost Savings / Productivity Award (2012)

Secretary of Defense Medal for Global War on Terror (2012)

Army Civilian Service Medal (2007)

NATO Service Medal (2007)

Deployment Achievement Award (2007)

Joint Meritorious Unit Citation (2017, 2010, 2007, 2002)

Time-Off Award (2008, 2007, 2006, 2005)

Special Act or Achievement Award (2009, 2005)

Aerospace Data Facility Colorado Employee of the Quarter (1999)

Department of Defense Cipher Wheel (1999)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Vetune (501c/non-profit) July 2022 - Present President/Founder: Developed training protocols and unique user experiences to educate, train, and assist veterans struggling with anxiety, stress, and depression. This initiative aims to assist private and public sector organizations in detecting and mitigating risky behaviors that may threaten the organization if not rectified (Insider Threat). It also aids in the rapid development and implementation of new Department of Defense (DoD) cybersecurity policies, procedures, and technologies, while helping military-trained veterans rejoin the workforce outside of government service. Lessons are based on knowledge and concepts derived from the analysis of RF signal waveforms, emerging technologies, and their healthy incorporation into daily routines and perspectives.

Strong Connexions Inc. June 2021 - July 2022 Vice President: Formulated and implemented strategic plans guiding the business towards cybersecurity and government compliance. Developed digital marketing efforts and community educational seminars, incorporating social media content. Defined and enhanced employee job skills. Developed new business strategies in cyber forensics and penetration testing. Member of the Salt Lake Chamber’s Cybersecurity Leadership Council and hosted a monthly podcast on current cybersecurity-related topics.

Department of Defense (DoD) – National Security Issues December 2004 - December 2019 Division Chief: Supported DoD space-based missions utilizing RF technologies to provide accurate indications and warnings (I&W) and potential countermeasure development to ensure asset protection. Technologies involved included large phased-array radar (LPAR) and Position Navigation & Timing (PNT) systems. Mission Manager: Supported DoD counterintelligence missions through the successful incorporation of RF-domain collection and analytical strategies. Assisted in the rapid identification and tracking of potential espionage threats through the fusion of multi-disciplined approaches with best practices observed in RF signal analysis, such as baselining. RF Signals Analyst: Supported DoD developmental efforts through the monitoring, collection, analysis, and reporting of high-priority RF signals and informational data sets associated with advanced communication systems.

Lockheed Martin October 2002 - December 2004 Technical Adviser: Provided timely technical expertise for a real-time 24/7 operations work center comprised of military and contract employees. Created, edited, and maintained several technical working aides and quality assurance databases. Responsible for maintaining military workforce training records.

US Army Signal Corps October 1996 - October 1999 Signal Analyst: Analyzed and drafted numerous written reports derived from various RF signals during time-sensitive situations. Managed all team records and training schedules.

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Public Administration, Regis University

Associate of Science (A.S.) in General Science, Salt Lake Community College

Certified Mobile Forensics Examiner (CCME)

Certified Computer Forensics Examiner (CCFE)

Mid-Level Leadership Development Program, National Cryptologic School (NCS) 800+ Hours

Recording Radio and Film Connection and CASA Schools

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