Open Source Information Technology
Resume:
Sheri L Nove
St. Louis, Missouri *****
Woodbridge, Virginia 22191
United States
Home: 314-***-****
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Work Experience:
Valiant Integrated Services
May 2022-June 2022
Intelligence Analyst: Intelligence Oversight Trainer
National Guard Bureau
Arlington, Virginia
Contact: Kristine Paxton
E-mail: adzdir@r.postjobfree.com
BAE Systems
October 2021-April 2022
Intelligence Analyst Journeyman and Senior
Marine Corps Intelligence Agency (MCIA)
Quantico, Virginia
Contact: Jennie Fiel
E-mail: adzdir@r.postjobfree.com and adzdir@r.postjobfree.com
I am an intelligence analyst and cartographer of human geography with computer skills such as ArcMap and ArcGIS.
I created map products which displayed 1:3,500,000 and larger scale maps to display Human Geography such as Culture: Ethnicity and Languages. I created JPEPs and a map plotter as well as share point folders as well as power point presentations of the cartography products. I created weekly reports of Open-Source Research during Covid-19 remote work. The weekly reports and map products were in support of the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency, US Marine Corps at the MCIA in Quantico, Virginia, and NATO.
Syntelligent Analytic Solutions, LLC
December 2020-March 2021
NGA West
Saint Louis, MO
Cartographer, Journeyman, JMN
NGA West Saint Louis, Missouri
Saint Louis, MO
Contact: Joy Proffitt
Work: 540-***-**** ext.108 Cell: 540-***-****
E-mail: adzdir@r.postjobfree.com
I was a cartography analyst. I evaluated charts and maps for quality and standardization in support of the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency for production of charts and maps. I was a geospatial analyst and imagery analyst utilizing ArcGIS and computer skills. I was sent a computer to work at home on unclassified work in support of the DOD/Army and the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency as well as attended training seminar at the NGA West.
Sunpro Solar
2020
Saint Louis, Missouri
Salesperson of Solar Panels
Kara Juneau Director of Training
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I have applied computer skills to create cartography of Solar Panels for design layout.
I have sold and used computer presentation of Salesforce and Sunpro Solar computer programs and Docu sign.
I have provided analysis of KWH and electric bill to calculate number of solar panels and price presented in metadata with cartography as well as presented KML files of location of property on Google Earth. I have used photography skills and saved the pictures in DS files on company provided IPAD. I have independent sales skills and found leads with no supervision. I had online training and Webex training. I participated in group practice of salesforce pitch based on online you tube video training as well as practiced with regional manager, manager, and other sales force.
S2 Analytic Solutions
February 2019-April 2019
Systems Engineer
National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency
Arnold, Missouri
Contact: Gary Higgins
E-mail: adzdir@r.postjobfree.com
I was a Systems Engineer for Imagery and Intelligence Products in support of development and modernization with emphasis on security issues. I utilized computer skills with MS Project, Rocket Chat, matrix for analysis of risk assessment and weekly reports using share point and power point presentations; and word documents for creating historical timelines and information regarding development and modernization of security issues with multi-source and fusion analysis to understand trends of development of security issues regarding information technology and creation of expansion and modernization goals.
I analyzed computer systems and programs to modernize for imagery analysis and intelligence products production and dissemination of information; and analysis of risk assessments and timelines regarding big data storage, transfer of information and uploading information into the servers and server expansion for storage and security issues.
I attended conference in support of imagery products, analytics of products, production on imagery and intelligence products, and big data computer engineering systems development.
I made assessment and recommendations for computer systems for modernization and hit milestones for system engineering advancements and developments.
Boeing Intelligence and Analytics
April 2016-June 2016
Imagery Analyst/FMV Analyst
National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency
St. Louis, Missouri
Supervisor: Contact Kevin Webster
Work: 301-***-****
E-mail: adzdir@r.postjobfree.com
40 hours per week
I analyzed FVM and Imagery utilizing ArcGIS, FMV live feed, Google Earth, Mirc, DVA, Microsoft Power Point, Outlook, NTM Imagery in support of counter insurgency operations, human terrain analysis, infrastructure mensuration, story boarding, 360 analysis and mapping in the global war against terrorism. I created ArcGIS intelligence products and power point presentations which included FMV and NTM imagery.
I utilized computer skills such as FMV, NTM Imagery, Google Earth, DVA, and ArcGIS: feature mensuration, feature extraction, feature attribution, use of all image sources; and various Defense Mapping Tools, ArcCatalog, ArcTool Box, Geo-referencing and conversion of shape files to KML files and all data formats, utilizing geodatabases and cloud technology.
I utilized NGA guidance to create intelligence products.
Monsanto
July 2013-February 2014
Workflow Analyst/Business Process Analyst
St. Louis, Missouri
United States of America
Supervisor: Christopher Temple, Team Leader
Work: 314-***-****
E-mail: adzdir@r.postjobfree.com
40 hours per week
I created business process models with IBM: Blueworks Live, power point presentations with gap analysis and recommendations, wiki pages with as-is, gap analysis, and to-be workflow analysis with recommendations for IT and geospatial analysis for Technology Pipeline Solutions, Research and Development Pipeline, and Technical Development & Agronomy. I was a liaison and business process analyst between TD&A and the Integrated Farming Systems regarding the Field Technology Network, Commercial Advancement Trials, and FieldScripts.
As a results oriented leader and with courage and candor to solve difficult IT development problems, I influenced and networked with product owners, agronomists, and data architects with initiative to drive results by recommending process improvements and problem solving to develop spatial analysis, process and workflow improvements in an agile Scrum environment; and the initiative and foresight to improve new ideas and technologies by recommending the development of new tools for field management called SpADE, Site Selection, and Plot Tool. The IT development included long term strategies for global solutions for improved operation and research for the Integrated Farming Systems.
Department of Army, Civilian
July 2011 – April 2012
Human Terrain Specialist 335***-*******: Research Manager/Social Scientist
Camp Warehouse, Regional Command Center, HTAT, AF30
Kabul, Afghanistan
Supervisor: Jeffrey P. Austin, Team Leader
Work: 079*******
E-mail: adzdir@r.postjobfree.com
Rank: GS-13, Civilian
40 to 60 hours per week
I conducted on a daily basis field research, and led direct observation, surveys, depth and focus group interviews of the populace, civil society, educators, key leaders; and secondary source research: open source, and mixed method approaches on disabled children, the rights of women and children, socio-cultural perspective of the populace with regards to security issues, social, economic, and political relations with NATO and ISAF. I wrote briefs and papers on short and long term analysis based on diverse research methodologies, to include quantitative and qualitative analysis. I created research designs and plans on infrastructure and the peace process and the reintegration and reconciliation, managed with an overall vision for the command to understand the operational environment of the AO to help with the decision making process of NATO, ISAF, and the DOD. I networked with the intelligence community to create MAPHT products. I designed protocols, reviewed and adjusted the final form of all deliverables and intelligence products to fill in intelligence gaps regarding the peace process. I planned, designed, and authorized highly complex research projects to provide a framework for collection and analysis on the reintegration and reconciliation process.
I do operationally relevant research based on the MDMP process. I briefed the NATO Turk General at the Regional Command Center in Kabul, Afghanistan who had just returned from the Peace Jirga. He discussed the women speakers and asked what kind of information that HTS could provide. I discussed with the team and then developed a research design, plan, and collection strategy on the infrastructure and the peace process, women’s rights issues, and reintegration and the reconciliation process. I did open source and multi-source analysis, made assessments and recommendations on future socio-culture, political, and economic research based on surveys, depth and focus group interviews of the community and key leader engagements to develop recommendations of organizations and conflict resolution methods for the area of operation by districts and to provide a vision for the General, NATO, ISAF, and DOD for future decision-making and strategies. The team presented papers at a women’s rights conference and a business development conference based on the groups open source research and surveys. I created 79 slide brief on infrastructure and the peace process based on multi-source and open source research and networking with the intelligence community; I wrote a 100 page paper on the reintegration and reconciliation process with recommendations for future socio-cultural research, assessments, and analysis.
I conducted a variety of tactical maneuvers in personal protective gear, entered and exited the MRAP. I experienced diverse weather conditions, temperatures, and sandstorms. I traversed rough and uneven terrain, endured a hostile environment: protestors, IED explosions, NATO soldiers were killed, and security alerts. I worked with little sleep and long hours with physically and mentally challenging projects on NATO missions. I travelled extended distances by foot, military ground vehicles, and helicopters. I exercise daily for physical fitness. I carried 40 to 75 pounds of gear and personal protective equipment for 12 hours.
BAE Systems
February 2011-July 2011
Training and Staff for Human Terrain Specialist: Research Manager/Social Scientist
Leavenworth, Kansas
United States of America
Supervisor: Mark Solomon
Work: 913-***-****
Rank: GS-13, Contractor
40 hours per week
I supervised teams to conduct field research to create MAPHT intelligence products. I wrote the research plan to conduct depth and focus group interviews, surveys, and mixed method approaches with quantitative and qualitative analysis.
I studied, taught, and applied research analysis and lessons of social sciences and all source analytic techniques to provide Intelligence Preparation of the Environment products. I collated religious, linguistic, ethnic, social and occupational layers and metadata in various products for advanced display in briefs and maps which include 2d and 3d geospatial analysis and presentations. I utilized diverse methodologies including open source, multi-source, reaching back to socio-cultural repository and research at Leavenworth. I utilized social network analysis and wrote briefs and presentations to decision-makers at all levels. I addressed the socio-cultural dynamics and human terrain factors to understand socio-cultural and environmental factors that influence human behavior in the area of operation. I utilized geo-spatial analysis and network analysis programs and integration of pattern to demonstrate the human terrain and socio-cultural data with patterns and trends via spatial visualization products and techniques and fusion analysis in intelligence products.
PAE-Lockheed Martin
Mar 2010-Feb 2011
IA-0132 Intelligence Analyst/Social Scientist/Fusion, Multi-Source and Open Source Analysist
Ramstein Air Force Base, Germany
Supervisors: William Wood and Cedilla Alvarez
Work: (49-063**-***-****
Rank: GS-12/13/14, Contractor
40 Hours per week
I created briefs and standardized military products. I used UNICORN for data management and coordination of intelligence agency requests and posted information, compiled, data processed, power point presentations and excel spreadsheets, categorized, labeled, filed, tracked, tagged, archived, data base storage of team research, stored in share point and online files, used knowledge management theory for decision-makers such as NATO, DOD, and USAFE, in intra-theater and in coordination of products with subject matter experts in the NGA, CIA, and DIA, and Human Terrain System. I used innovative social science methodology, international relations knowledge, practical application of information technology and collection management. I recommended technology updates to networks, data storage and sharing, conference calls, VTC meetings, Mirc chat with USAFE, NATO, and DOD. I received assignments, originated Ad Hoc research and requests which filled information gaps for pertinent AO in coordination with the collection managers. I included intent, clarification and refined requests in meetings, and presented status updates. I created post mission assessments and recommendations. I integrated collection plans with various unit and mission activities, participated in de-briefings and worked in collaboration with the team that aided commanders and staff by providing authoritative advice and insight into first, second, and third order effects of unit and division decisions and provided situational awareness through fusion analysis with squadrons collections that were used to develop mitigation strategies to keep abreast of current events, socio-cultural issues, regional trends with military objectives and mutual concerns of USAFE and NATO. I have strong writing skills; reviewed and edited products for accuracy, relevance, timeliness, soundness of analysis and adherence to commander’s intent and the broad guidelines of DOD, NATO, and national policy and product guidelines, checking for standardization of products and accuracy of classification. I reviewed and edited USAFE mission and product booklets and manuals. I provided training and assistance to team members on information technology, database structures and operations. I demonstrated effective verbal skills in briefs to impact collection, security, situational awareness, and decision-making.
National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency
May 2008-Sep 2009
Imagery Analyst/Social Scientist
Central Intelligence Agency Headquarters: C.I.A.
McLean, Virginia
United States of America
Supervisor: Gary Morando and Lewis Hipp
Work: 703-***-**** and 703-***-****
Rank: GS-12, Civilian
40 Hours per week
I did social science research as an imagery analysis, wrote intelligence products, reports, database remarks, cables, baseline reports, assessments in briefs; posted on share point and intelligence network for NGA in support of clandestine operations for the CIA and military operations; and research on C4I, military and civilian infrastructure, and counter terrorism. I created production requirement statements and coordinated requirements with collection managers, requested proposals, tracked research, created innovative research plans, actions and design process and kept track of timelines in connection to procedures. I advised computer program adaptations for innovative and resourceful research plans and new methods; and created new trends of analysis and exploratory research projects. I used various manuals, policies, DOD, Department of State policy directives and national policies. I used ArcGIS, Arc Plots, Remote View, Falcon View, WARP, and the national technical means. I retained regular person-to-person work contact with the liaisons who attended regular weekly meetings between the CIA and NGA. I coordinated and discussed information regarding activity, staff, staff officers and planners at the theater, command DOD and national agency levels such as the Department of State, DIA, NGA and CIA for the purpose of giving or obtaining information on non-routine problems requiring explanation and interpretation of facts based on imagery and discussed implications and inferences for concurrence and cooperation of action for future research, analysis, and mission support.
K.M.E.
June 2006-May 2008
Office Manager
University City, Missouri
Supervisor: Max Weiman
Work: 314-***-****
7 hours per week
Motek
Sep 1999-present
Contract Negotiator
Chesterfield, Missouri
Self-owned business
Work: 314-***-****
40 hours per week
Fontbonne University
Jul 2002-Dec 2004
Adjunct Professor History of the Middle East
St. Louis, Missouri
Supervisor: Dr. Burgos
Work: 314-***-****
20 hours per week
$1600 per class
I taught history of the Middle East with an emphasis on socio-cultural and human terrain issues related to human rights issues and current events.
Carden Traditional School of Surprise
Sep 2002-Mar 2003
Teacher of history, English, math, and science 7th and 8th grade
Supervisor: Todd Burke Contact: Yes
Work: 602-***-****
Glendale, Arizona
40 hours per week
Granada Hills High School
Sep 2001-Jun 2002
Teacher of World History
LAUSD, Los Angeles, California
Supervisor: Principal Brian Bauer Work: 818-***-****
40 per week
I taught gifted students AP World History with an emphasis on socio-cultural issues and international relations topics.
C.A.J.E.
Teacher Hebrew
St. Louis, Missouri
Supervisor: Maxine Weir Work: 314-***-****
10 per week
U.N.H.C.R. Practicum
Jan 1990-Dec 1992
Social Scientist/Intelligence Analyst/Refugee Studies
St. Louis, Missouri; Geneva, Switzerland; Hungary; and San Remo, Italy
Supervisor: Prof. Barbara Barbados
Work: 314-***-****
I organized field research project with the UNHCR, interviewed refugees, wrote assessments, recommendations, and briefs to diplomats and NGOs. I led the research team, created research design and plan, did depth and focus group interviews of asylum-seekers and refugees, diplomats, NGOs, ministries, and the parliament regarding policies, procedures, and laws. I wrote a paper and brief with qualitative and quantitative analysis with recommendations. I analyzed human terrain and the impact of socio-cultural, human terrain analysis, political, cross-cultural studies, and security issues.
EDUCATION:
Graduate School of International Studies, University of Denver, Colorado
Sept 1993 - Dec 1997
Doctoral Candidate, International Relations
Semester Hours Earned: 150 hours in areas of study
G.P.A: 3.8
I studied international politics, comparative politics, and human rights. I did field research in Costa Rica, wrote, analyzed, assessed; and had discussions with government officials, human rights activists, and development specialists. I took courses in international law, human rights, women’s rights; economic development; conflict resolution, arbitration, mediation, conciliation, and alternative dispute resolution.
Webster University, St. Louis, Missouri
Sept 1990 - June 1992
Masters of Arts, International Relations
Semester Hours: approximately 136 and approximately 136 in area of study
G.P.A.: 3.8
I did a refugee studies research project in Hungary and Geneva, Switzerland; and wrote a thesis and book, Advancing Human Rights for Refugees, included human terrain analysis, assessments and recommendations on procedures, policies, and laws. I did depth and group interviews of asylum-seekers and refugees, diplomats, the Hungarian parliament, ministries, and NGOs in various refugee camps. I analyzed the collection and used quantitative and qualitative analysis; and presented the analysis, assessments, and recommendations to diplomats to aid refugees at the International Institute of Humanitarian Law in San Remo, Italy. The assessments and recommendations were implemented to advance human rights, laws, procedures, and programs in Hungary and the UNHCR refugee camps.
Webster University, St. Louis, Missouri
Sept 1988 – June 1990
Bachelor of Arts, International Studies and social science teacher certification
Semester Hours: Approximately 190 hours and approximately 150 hours in international studies, political science,comparative and international politics, and history and 40 hours in social science teacher certification.
G.P.A.: 3.7
I attended a seminar on Central American refugees.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Additional Education:
University of Missouri, St. Louis, Missouri
June 1988 - Sept 1988
Courses required for teacher certification
12 hours toward teacher certification
G.P.A.: 3.5
George Washington, University, Washington, D.C., USA
Political Science and Hebrew and Congressional Internship
Sept 1984 – June 1986 and Sept 1987 to May 1988
Semester Hours: approximately 120 with 36 hours for required undergraduate course work; approximately 24 hours of Hebrew; and approximately 60 hours toward political science.
G.P.A.: 3.5
American Overseas Program, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
July 1986-June 1987
Semester Hours Earned: 39 hours with approximately 9 hours in Hebrew, and 30 hours in area of study.
G.P.A.: 3.7
I studied International Studies, Petroleum Diplomacy, Israeli Politics, History of the Middle East, and Hebrew. I participated in classes, seminars, discussions, wrote papers, did research at the U.S. Embassy on U.S. Presidential policy and the peace process which I presented during a seminar course, attended meetings and discussion groups with Israeli scholars and leaders and extensively travelled in Israel to learn the socio-cultural, comparative religion, historical, political, and economic development of Israel with an emphasis on the Arab-Israeli peace process including international politics, comparative politics, and U.S. involvement in the middle east. I studied Petroleum Diplomacy and participated in seminars and discussions with key leaders during field research. I travelled in hostile environments including hiking through Israel, climbing and hiking in all types of terrain and extreme heat in the Negev and cold weather conditions in the Hebron which were mountainous terrain.
Additional Training:
Combat Advisor Training, Ft. Polk, Louisiana
July 2011 – November 2011
Combat Advisor Certification
Ft. Polk, Louisiana
Ft. Leavenworth, Kansas
February 2011 – July 2011
Human Terrain Specialist Training: Research Manager
DNI Analysis 101, Basic Analytical Trainings, McLean, Virginia
September 2008-October 2008
Intelligence Analysis
I utilized various computer programs for hypothesis building, social network analysis, created a brief and presentation based on hypotheses and research analysis regarding anti-terrorism.
Geospatial Intelligence Training Program, NGA College,
Ft. Belvoir, Virginia
October 2008-June 2009
I utilized geospatial computers to create maps, analyze imagery, created briefs and power point presentations to learn how to make presentations and briefs for decision-makers in the intelligence community and the Department of Defense to support the navy, U.S. air force, army, and intelligence community.
P-Revue and the IC Walk-About courses
August 2008-September 2008
I attended briefs at the diverse intelligence agencies to learn how to network information for Intelligence Analysis and Geospatial Analysis at all intelligence community locations in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C.; and St. Louis, Missouri such as the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, Central Intelligence Agency, the Pentagon, Defense Intelligence Agency, and the National Reconnaissance Office.
I travelled and did 100% TDY to all the intelligence community locations to attend briefs and discussions where I networked to learn how to coordinate intelligence information and learn the diverse computer networks, research tools, and diverse intelligence products to be utilized at work for the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency in support of the Central Intelligence Agency. I travelled, networked, liaison, studied, research, analyzed, wrote analysis, created and discussed recommendations, and learned the functions, diverse map products and imagery analysis and interconnections of the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency and the Intelligence Community and learned to contribute to the decision-makers including military and executive branch leaders.
Yad Vashem, International Teachers Seminar, Jerusalem, Israel
June 2001-August 2001
I travelled through Israel to various holocaust museums and sites to discuss with survivors and scholars about how to teach the holocaust. I wrote, analyzed, and developed curriculum for post-cold war Central Europe which is allowed to teach holocaust studies now. I created curriculum for schools and museums in the U.S. I utilized the research and lesson plan development; and taught World War II and the Holocaust in public school. I am a docent at the St. Louis Holocaust Museum and Learning Center since 1999 and gave tours and taught holocaust studies to the community, police, FBI, public and private schools.
Award and Honor:
Secretary of Defense Medal
Global War on Terrorism
Sept 2011
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