Government Analyst
Posted on: 2010-07-21
Work History
Government Analyst / Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulations (DBPR) - 1/2009 – Current
Gather, records, and analyze data that pertains to the division. Track policy development and watch legislative movement within DBPR field. Compile information and use as an advisory tool to counsel management on the effectiveness of operations, programs, and policies. Review large amounts of data and analyze the information using the department’s software tools and methodologies into departmental reports.
Language Analyst / Federal Bureau of Investigation - 5/2002- 8/2009
Analyzed, translated and managed foreign language cases concerning criminal, international terrorism and domestic terrorism. Reviewed confiscated documentation and worked closely with FBI Special Agents and designated Task Force Agents in interrogations, interviews, searches, conversational exchanges and polygraph examinations. Provided analysis of data translated from recorded and written materials. Produced communication reports for internal and court dissemination. Evaluated information gathered from multiple sources, reconciled conflicts, decomposed high-level information into details, abstracted up from low-level information to a general understanding, and distinguished user requests from the underlying true needs.
Developed contacts and integrated sources of information to analyze all-source information, intelligence and formulated recommendations to management, as well as to other internal and external policy and decision-makers.
Analyzed resources and selected pertinent information to identify problems and determine the proper course of action in on-going projects. Developed intelligence requirement plans to support short- and long-range activities
Reviewed, processed, and evaluated intelligence information from a variety of sources.
Senior Intelligence Analyst-Cultural Expert /MTC Technologies-Lockheed Martin- 4/2006- 12/2008
- source collection, scanning/monitoring/selection, blogging, triage, summarizing, etc. for all-source, counter-proliferation, counterterrorism, cyber, economic/military/political analysis
As a Senior Intelligence Analyst and Iran Cultural Expert, I prepared raw intelligence reports on issues supporting U.S. Central Command’s area of responsibility. My work directly supported J2 in producing sensitive intelligence assessments and briefings. Assembled and proofread intelligence reports and assisted in consolidating reports into a completed analytical report. Trained and mentored military reservists in support of J2X targeting program. Coordinated with other United Commands, Service Intelligence Agencies and organizations on issues relevant to CENTCOM AOR. Reviewed intelligence collection requirements; manage acquisition of documents for the conduct of comprehensive analytical intelligence services and activities. Traveled to other military bases to train recruits and provide cultural briefings.
Validated intelligence and evaluated the reliability of sources and credibility of information. Developed relationships with customers to understand their intelligence requirements; Performed duties for OSINT, producing open source analysis and geographical intelligence reports.
Worked as a foreign media analyst using foreign language and my area of knowledge to review and assess foreign open media sources, including internet sites, newspapers, press agencies, television, radio and specialized publications to produce high impact analytical and open source reports for CENTCOM.
Juvenile Probation Officer /Florida Department of Juvenile Justice - 1/1998- 2/2004
Conducted investigations, prepared appropriate reports and made recommendations based on my investigations. Conducted counseling interviews with assigned cases to determine and clarify probationer problems; suggested constructive methods for addressing such problems. Enforced all orders handed down by the court. Documented facts and testifies in court with respect to the probationer\'s activities, behavior and quality of adjustment while under supervision.
Case Investigator / Brookwood - 8/ 1995- 12/ 1997
In charge of administrative and program development; implemented and monitored agency programs, performed Intake, interview, and investigate duties and assigned cases. I was responsible for keeping all case records in accordance with the requirements of funding. Prepared and presented reports to court.
Education
1992- 1995 B.A. Criminology/Law University Of South Florida, Tampa, FL.
1990- 1992 A.A. Criminal Justice St. Petersburg College, St. Pete., FL.
Qualifications, Skills and Abilities
Posses an active Top Secret Clearance (full scope)
Fluent in Farsi/Persian language (native)
Excellent speaking, writing, and analytical skills, Verbal and interpersonal skills, Strong, communication and negotiation skills, Team player, organized, flexible and able to work under pressure/deadlines, High level of self- motivation, Work independently as easily as in teams, and excellent time-management skills.
Balance multiple projects simultaneously, Flexible and able to manage change, Strong computer programs (Mac/PC) Adobe Page maker, Photoshop 4.0, Illustrator, Quark press, web design, Microsoft World, Power Point, Excel, and Word Perfect.
Training and certificates
WMD, Security within the government
Military Security Awareness
Inside the Islamist Mind
Homeland Security and Counterterrorism
Lessons in Warning and Tactical Intelligence
Islamic Society
Corrective Analytical Reporting (FBI)
Recognizing Domestic & International Terrorism (FBI)
Aces 1.5
Advanced Analytic Tools & Techniques
Alpha Testing
Analyst Notebook & Case Notebook
Voice box Analyst
Financial Intelligence Fraud Seminar
Counterintelligence
Domestic Terrorism
International Terrorism
National Security Branch