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SAMAH RASSOUL

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QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE

Highly capable Cryptologic Linguist / SIGINT Analyst leveraging four years of experience within fields of analysis and analytical application in Arabic Intelligence to provide outstanding professional service.

Adept in identification of foreign communications within assigned geographic area and categorizing signals by activity type. Extract essential elements of information from transmissions to support mission requirements; effectively scan written foreign communications material for key words and indicators.

Proven ability to drive production within SIGINT reporting and targeting; utilize excellent communication skills complemented by extensive knowledge across research, collection, analysis, and evaluation.

Self-motivated to deliver superb performance; detail-oriented and results-driven problem solver. Reliably exceed expectations, significantly enhancing quality for supported organizations. Enthusiastically welcome challenges and ensure total accuracy.

College-level native speaker of Lebanese. Hold DLPT5 qualifications, including Arabic MSA: listening 3 / reading 3, Egyptian: listening 3 / speaking 2+, Levantine: listening 2+ / speaking 3+, Iraqi: listening 2+, and French as a second language.

Technologically proficient utilizing All-Source Analysis, ANB (Analyst Note Book), Association, Google Earth, Octave, SIGNAV, Sharkfinn, Cineplex, Dishfire, Pathfinder, Query Tree, GlobalReach, GistQueue, Firefox, and Microsoft applications. Hold TS/SCI clearance with CI polygraph.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

U.S. ARMY, Ft Hood, TX

Cryptologic Linguist / SIGINT Analyst, 1/2007 1/2011

Process raw SIGINT data to produce critical tactical reports (TACREPS), threat and situational awareness tippers, and daily SIGINT summaries (SIGSUM) to provide comprehensive intelligence overview within Ninewah Province. Track and analyze high-value insurgent targets to enhance understanding of rebel operations and cell structures within area of Operation Mosul, and identify new associated targets. Translate documents to facilitate flow of information between Coalition and Iraqi Security Forces, and improve insight regarding threat tactics, techniques, and procedures. Serve as translator to leaders within Brigade Tactical Operations Center and liaison with Iraqi officials. Produce first looks, target packages, link diagrams, and cellex reports.

• Contributed 70% of all SIGINT reporting within Multi-National Division North, significantly driving production.

• Tracking and analysis led to multiple detainments, identification of new associated targets, and improved understanding of insurgent operations and cell structures throughout the Ninewah Province.

• Supported development of map utilizing local terminology and phrases, enhancing ability to track activities within battle space based on accurate information.

• Selected, based on knowledge of military terms and concepts, to travel as translator with executive leadership, facilitating flow of information.

• Gained significant skills through on-the-job training to become Subject Matter Expert within hostile environment.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Bachelor of Science, 2006 ~ LONG ISLAND UNIVERSITY – Brooklyn, New York

Dean’s List ~ National Dean’s List ~ Leadership Scholarship, Student Activities Program

President, Arab Students Union (2000-2004)

Selected Professional Development

U.S. Air Force Training:

Cryptologic Communications Interceptor / Locator Arabic Course, 2007

Recognized as top graduate for superior academic achievement as well as high standards of leadership, teamwork, and character

Department of the Army Training:

National Security Agency / Central Security Service ~ National Cryptologic School:

DEPL 2000 Basic Geospatial Metadata Analysis (GMA) for Deployers, 2008

Engineering Professional Services ~ Prophet T-Lite Operator / Maintainer New Equipment Training (NET), 2008

L3 Communication ~ Prophet Spiral I Operator Course, 2008

Medics ~ Combat Lifesaver Course, 2008

Nuclear Biological Chemical ~ CBRNE Defense Course, 2008

Awards:

Army Commendation 1 ~ Meritorious Unit Commendation 1 ~ Army Good Conduct Medal 1 ~ National Defense Service Medal 1 ~ Iraq Campaign Medal-Campaign Star 1 ~ Global War on Terrorism Service Medal 1 ~ Army Service Ribbon 1 ~ Overseas Ribbon 1

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