Emergency & Disaster Management Intelligence Specialist

LAURA E. K. AARON

Tucson, AZ *****

520-***-**** *****.*.*.*****@*****.***

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauraekaaron/

EMERGENCY AND DISASTER MANAGEMENT INTELLIGENCE AND SURVEILLANCE SPECIALIST

United States Air Force Veteran holding a Top-Secret Clearance leveraging 12+ years of proven experience in managing personnel and daily operations in secure facilities, coordinating/overseeing diverse programs, and fostering community engagement. Proven track record in delivering exceptional customer service, organizing successful events, and maintaining high standards of safety and environmental stewardship. Skilled in team leadership, budget management, and innovative program development. Strong communicator is adept at collaborating with diverse stakeholders to create positive cross-domain experiences. Committed to enhancing the well-being of community members through active participation and sustainable management. Career supported by a Master of Science degree and vast working experiences.

●Planning Organization

●Active Listening

●Communications

●Problem Solving

●Record-Keeping

●Employee Client Relations

●Flexibility

●Strategic Leadership

Customer Services

KEY SKILLS

Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders and personnel, both orally and in writing.

Customer Service: Providing excellent customer service by addressing the needs and concerns of members, and ensuring a positive experience cross-organizationally.

Problem-Solving: Capacity to assess situations, identify issues, and develop practical solutions to address challenges that may arise in management and programming.

Adaptability: Being flexible and adaptable to changing situations, and the needs of the community and adjusting program mitigation accordingly.

Teamwork: Working collaboratively with colleagues, volunteers, and community organizations to plan and implement events, maintain programs, and promote activities.

Safety Awareness: Prioritizing the safety and well-being of colleagues and stakeholders by implementing safety protocols, maintaining equipment, and ensuring proper supervision.

Environmental Stewardship: Knowledge of environmental conservation practices and promoting eco-friendly initiatives..

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

United States Air Force Various Locations 2011 – 2024

Staff Officer Hampton, VA 2023 – Present

Managed administrative tasks, facilitated communication, and provided decision-making support to senior leadership; demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a commitment to excellence and integrity in all endeavors; worked in a team environment and understood the company’s current programs and initiatives, functions, and future planning required.

●Organized, trained, and equipped Intelligence Airmen who fought in and from multiple domains to control the air, space, and cyberspace

●Provided decision-making support to senior leadership by conducting research, analyzing data, and presenting recommendations on various strategic and operational matters

●Managed and maintained organizational records, documents, and databases to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and compliance with regulations

●Provided Unit Support and Readiness for 20+ cross-organizational units, command and control, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, personnel recovery, persistent attack and reconnaissance, electronic warfare, and cyber operations

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Flight Commander Hampton, VA 2021 – 2023

Implemented contingency operations for special deployments; issued and received tools, support equipment, and supplied assets; oversaw/navigated C4/ISR programs and training.

●Led a flight of 80+ Intelligence Professionals ranging from entry-level analysts to members with 20+ years Air Force experience

●Mentored and developed, flight members to excel on both personal and professional levels

●Exceeded Air Force and Intelligence Community standards in delivering on time, precise deliverables to the warfighter and Intelligence Community, to include to key political and military members such as the Commander ACC, the highest enlisted member in the Air Force, and senior level decision makers worldwide

●Oversaw the planning of operations within the Air Force’s primary Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Planning and Direction, Collection, Processing and Exploitation, Analysis and Dissemination (PCPAD) weapon systems that employed a global communications architecture that connects multiple intelligence platforms and sensors

Intelligence Officer Valdosta, GA 2020 – 2021

Gained information by observing war zones, performed secret observational operations, conducted procedures, reported on findings, designed and used the computer system and surveillance equipment, performed duties of a military, and enhanced the safety of the nation.

●Ensured both Continental United States (CONUS) and Outside the Continental United States (OCONUS) intelligence readiness for expeditionary forces to execute 28+ personnel recovery operations worldwide to support theater commanders in advancing national security interests

●Conducted threat assessments and provided situational awareness to senior leadership and decision-makers, enabling informed and effective responses to emerging threats and challenges

●Collaborated with interagency partners and allied forces to share intelligence information, coordinate operations, and enhance collective security efforts

●Developed and implemented intelligence policies, procedures, and guidelines to standardize practices and improve operational effectiveness

Executive Officer Valdosta, GA 2018 – 2020

Drafted new policies, prepared budget-maintained health client relationships, coordinated with staff, planned office meetings, directed, and managed all the departments, formulated policies for the marketing and Human Resources (HR) department, engaged with cross-domain employees, and implemented framed policies and procedures, modified policies when the plan becomes obsolete and providing blanket protection to the whole organization as such.

●Implemented all routing of pertinent paperwork important for 120+ members in the squadron, acted as financial and personnel advocate for the squadron, provided up-to-date and last-minute data support to 4 combat-ready squadrons

●Provided direct support to senior commanders and staff by managing administrative tasks, coordinating schedules, and facilitating communication

●Assisted in the development and execution of strategic plans, policies, and initiatives to achieve organizational goals and objectives

Intelligence Operations Specialist Valdosta, GA 2018 – 2020

Analyzed intelligence and briefed commanding officers with information; collected and recorded, analyzed, and disseminated tactical, strategic, or technical intelligence information, developed estimates and projections, staying informed of foreign intelligence/security service threats, and force protection; and assessed developments, trends, and threat implications.

●Collated, analyzed, evaluated, and disseminated intelligence information which included current operations, intelligence, training, weapons and tactics, aircrew flight equipment, simulation, medical, mobility, flying hour program management, and Host Aviation Resource Management

●Produced all-source intelligence, situation estimates, order-of-battle studies, and other intelligence reports and studies

●Provided timely and accurate intelligence assessments to support decision-making processes and operational planning at all levels

●Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams and interagency partners to gather intelligence information and assess potential threats

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Command Post Tucson, AZ 2012 – 2017

Evaluated security personnel performances, assisted emergency response crews, monitored visitor’s entry, reported safety concerns if needed, and ensured a high level of client services was maintained.

●Directed and managed daily operations of 10K+ personnel military installation, ensuring compliance with regulations, policies, and directives, provided seamless communication with key players

●Coordinated administrative functions which included personnel management, budgeting, and resource allocation, to support mission requirements

●Oversaw facility maintenance and infrastructure improvements to enhance operational efficiency and readiness; managed security operations and emergency response procedures to safeguard personnel and assets

●Provided leadership and guidance to personnel under command, fostering a culture of professionalism, accountability, and excellence

EDUCATION

Master of Science (M.S), Organizational Development and Leadership University of the Incarnate Word 2019

Bachelor of Arts (B.A) Emergency and Disaster Management American Military University 2015

Associate of Science (A.S), Emergency Management Community College of the Air Force 2014

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Professional Writing and Public Discourse 60+ hours earned toward completion 2010

Associate of Arts (A.A) Liberal Arts Bevill State Community College 2008

Specialized Military Training:

Training Manager course

NOTABLE AWARDS

United States Air Force Airman of the Year, 2015

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

Software: Microsoft Office Suite 365 Professional Writing and Public Discourse Joint Worldwide Intelligence Communications System (JWICS) Secured Internet Protocol Router (SIPR)

Operating Systems: Mac / Microsoft Windows

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