Lashawn Smith
All Source Intelligence
Hampton,VA
Summary
Multi-Skilled Intelligence Analyst and Retired Military Veteran with a Top-Secret Security Clearance and over 10 + years of proven experience with collecting, reviewing, and interpreting data used to develop predictive intelligence and employing various analysis interpretation methods. Solidified as a strong Manager and author of procedures regarding multiple career fields utilizing automated systems to establish, operate, and assess corporate goals. Ability to interpret collected information with thorough and concise detail and communicate in verbal and written form. Demonstrated ability to assimilate to new ideas, concepts, methods, and technologies. Experienced with risk mitigation, critical thinking, analytics, investigation, and complex crisis management in high-risk environments. Proficiency in criminal and legal reporting, court procedures and testimony, and presenting analysis findings objectively and without bias. Comprehensive background in business communication, cultural knowledge, and upholding positive professional relationships.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
109
109
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Target Systems Analyst
United States Air Force 15th Intelligence Sqdn
Hampton, VA
12.2018 - 07.2020
- Constructed full-spectrum target system analysis for 352 global organizations with efforts to support Joint Force, Department of Defense, and National Intelligence Agency operations in multiple theaters of operation.
- Screened and interpreted target system capabilities against CCMD and OPLAN objectives
- Extracted adversary TTPS from 56 multi-source intelligence reports and products which aided in the development of 11 607 Air, Space Operation Center briefings
- Collected, analyzed, and exploited data from 45 various intelligence sources and identified 13 areas of interest within a country's integrated air defense network that contributed to a regional Air Threat study
- Developed recommendations to assist clients and agencies with efforts to advance intelligence gathering and interpretation in multiple theaters of operation.
NCOIC, Training
United States Air Force 15th Intelligence Sqdn
Hampton, VA
12.2013 - 12.2018
- Managed 13 members, training for Air Force Targeting Center Cmdr, six units and 510 personnel with zero discrepancies
- Identified in-garrison and Wartime requirements based on governmental and DoD level guidance for 70 Total Force members in four work centers
- Directed Unit Deployment Manager program; managed allocation of $22 Thousand Squadron Readiness budget across different areas to ensure properly Wartime trained Airman
- Developed and implemented training materials and instructions for four Active Duty and six Air Reserve Components for Career Field Progression
- Reviewed Air Force level training policy revisions; reset local training requirements to align with updated policy revisions for 70 members
- Devised & executed unit's first civilian and military in-processing/on-boarding training; nine Airmen on-boarded seamlessly
- Overhauled Squadron INTRO in-processing program; realigned Sponsor training procedures, checklists, which eased new duty transition for 17 Airmen and their families
- Monitored,modified and sustained the Advanced Distribution Learning System (ADLS) training documentation system; validated 1400 plus entries for two Intelligence Groups, three Squadrons and 141 members
- Evaluated two separate training programs and recommended improvements for two 363 Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Wing (ISRW) Group level Commanders for 98 Total Force members.
- Structured development of UTM/UDM programs for sister Squadron; trained five monitors on key duties set baseline standards
- Governed Squadron internal training program and development paths for 70 Airmen, managers and supervisors.
- Presented 13 monthly Status of Training Briefings to three Group level Commanders depicting all learning and performance objectives
- Oversaw unit 5 and 7 skill level upgrade training; ensured eleven Airmen in two career fields trained zero End of Course exam failures Airmen average more than 90%
- Handpicked for 363 ISRW Tiger Team to review proposed Intelligence training tasks; 573 line items reviewed, input aligned with Major Command training requirements
- Validated manning requirements for TSA products; verified 17 Unit Type Codes for 72 Airmen and eight Intelligence disciplines postured unit to meet Air and Space Operations taskings
- Facilitated dialogue with HQ Air Combat Command (ACC) staff; trimmed baseline training course for Analysis flight mission qualification timeline reduced 60%
- Administered unit's administrative re-organization in four flights' completed 139 duty position revisions improved structure saved 146 hours and sliced requirements 90%
- Collected data on training program's efficacy through data analysis; Identified 11 critical job qualification standard tasks and revamped A2's Initial and Mission Qualification Training for analysis
- Developed Squadron Master Task List; tracked 79 line items over four Intelligence Disciplines in two flights
- Conducted CSS UTM UDM additional duties; verified 120 Change of Rater requests and Duty Information Updates with a total of 360 personnel actions earned Squadron Team of Quarter in 2017
- Worked with central management to identify, plan, align and address training needs in support of in-garrison and expeditionary mission requirements for 71 members
- Updated Squadron Readiness monthly Status of Resources and Training System (SORTS) report; tracked wartime mobility and medical status for 65 members using the Defense Readiness Reporting System
NCOIC, INTELLIGENCE TRAINING
United States Air Force 353 Combat Trng Sq
Eielson AFB, AK
07.2012 - 07.2013
- Supported three Red Flag-Alaska (RF-A) exercises for over 3,000 deployed personnel, 150 aricraft and 6 nations annually
- Excelled as Red-Flag Alaska White Cell member; supported three exercises, 240 aircraft, and 2,900 thousand sorties allowing 3,800 thousand forces prepared for combat operations
- Mastered Operations Group Intelligence Mission Qualification Training; scored over 96% over four tests, provided top-notch training to 64 deployed Intelligence members
- Overhauled Group intel training program; dedicated 200 hours authoring practice exams for 5 Airmen, conducted 21 study sessions paving the way to raising skill level upgrade End of Course scores 18%
- Lead SCI Mgr; processed 52 security clearance and visit requests, vital to operational status
- Spearheaded enlisted training program; developed master task list, PACAF IG recommended base-wide utilization
- 353 CTS EET lead crafted 156 dynamic exercise injects, tested 23 members' readiness actions
NCOIC, Intelligence Operations Readiness
United States Air Force 354 Ops Grp (PACAF)
Eielson AFB, AK
07.2011 - 07.2012
- Handpicked as shift lead of four Airmen for Red-Flag Alaska 12-2; developed 80 scenario injects key the to successful execution of 1,413 sorties
- Excelled as RF-A White Cell Member' supported 3 exercises, 52 units 240 aircraft and 2,900 thousand sorties 3,800 thousand forces prepared for combat operations
- Oversaw seven Intelligence Disciplines and 16 personnel training requirements; managed 210 Career Field Education Training Plan (CFETP) items pivotal to OG's "Outstanding" CUI rating
- Completed five web-based security courses; guaranteed program in-line for cyber inspection
- Tracked 12 STEs; trained 50 members on secure phone procedures critical to zero security incidents in two Group Squadrons
- Appointed Wing EET member; instructed ATSO post-attack reconnaissance familiar training to 80 Base personnel essential to Fighter Wing's combat readiness
- Elected Air Advisor for Exercise TERMINAL FURY; certified and disseminated 30 Requests for Information (RFI) prepared Joint Task Force for crisis response in PACOM AOR
- Flourished well as a TSgt Select; awarded CUI Superior Performer and Operation's Group Non-Commissioned Officer for 2nd Quarter
NCOIC, Training
United States Air Force 354 Ops Grp (PACAF)
Eielson Air Force Base, AK
07.2010 - 07.2011
- Administered Intelligence Division's Military Enlisted Training Program; presided over Career Development Courses and training records for six Airmen lauded "error-free" by Higher Headquarters during annual Staff Assistance Visit
- Scheduled all Intelligence Discipline Career Development Course End of Course exams; confirmed skill level proficiency among trainees with zero test failures
- Instructed 61 Total Force Airmen on pivotal Communications Security (COMSEC) policies; Intelligence Division, Operational Support Squadron, and Force Support Squadrons 100% compliant and operationally qualified
- Drafted four adversary threat of the day lessons; instructed on PACAF Area of Responsibility (AOR) advanced weapon systems
- Concluded AFRIMs computer-based training; removed 2000 defunct unit records
- Lead Intelligence Division's EET member; trained 25 personnel proper ATSO and mobility procedures sustained 100% compliance throughout two OREs
- Selected by Operation's Group Chief Enlisted Member as "Amn of the Quarter" Board Member, board integrity intact, 10+ Airmen awarded
- Awarded Staff "Non-Commissioned Officer of the 1st Quarter"
NCOIC, Training
United States Air Force 354th Ops Grp (PACAF)
Eielson Air Force Base, AK
07.2009 - 07.2010
- Created 76 Intelligence Bulletins'; analysis armed 1st Air Force with national and signals intelligence
- Conducted 13 pre-deployment briefings during ORI; 1st base level ORI in six years, zero discrepancies noted lauded as "Superb" by PACAF Inspector General
- Briefed 50+ 354 Fighter Wing personnel for deployment to nine countries; three combat zones prepared with latest force protection intelligence
- Presented four 354 Fighter Wing Current Intelligence Briefings; highlighted Russian strategic aviation, enabled senior-level decision making
- Mentored a third grader; interaction improved student's social skills, gained based visibility in the community
- Lead Operations Group Air Force Assistance Fund Representative; aided Eielson AFB to raise $33,000 plus dollars, contributed to Air Force surpassing the goal by $1.4 million dollars
- Dedicated endless hours for Operational Readiness Inspection (ORI) preparation; streamlined processes and checklists, eight PACAF IG reported strengths
Education
Master of Science - Crime Analysis
Boston University
Boston, MAAssociate of Applied Science - Computer Applications Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, ALBachelor of Arts - English Literature
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, ALSkills
Security Administration
Facility Security
Google WorkspaceAnalytical and Critical ThinkingTraining and DevelopmentSecurity Program Evaluation
Security Awareness
Problem Solving Skills
Organizational Skills
Safety Training
Access/Visitor Control
Risk Analysis
Communication LanguageAll-Source Intelligence
Data AnalysisResearch & Analysis
Intelligence Systems/Databases
Reporting/Briefing SKills
Threat Assessments
Training InstructionInter-Agency Coordination
Accomplishments
- Awarded with the 2019 Hampton Roads Exemplar Award for contributions to African American Heritage 365 non-profit organization.
- Selected as Historian/Social Media Director for African American non-profit; coordinated trivia bowl, 10 Hampton Roads High School attended and competed, lauded by VA Governor and Secretary of Education
- Graphics Lead for 363 ISRW Airmen Leadership School re-vamp; crafted/presented Wing Motto design
- Mentored two Commander Support Staff Airmen; solidified duty expectations/Whole Airmen Concepts, protege earned coveted John L. Levitow Leadership award
- Awarded CPR certification; appointed Physical Training augmentee....garnered lifesaving skills, boosted Squadron members' health and safety
- Supported American Cancer Society event; devoted 4 hours, led eight-man team....honored survivors, raised 180 thousand dollars for research collectively
- Volunteered for Wing POW-MIA event; helped produce 400 POW-MIA bracelets event praised by 354 Fighter Wing Commander
- Participated in Fairbanks, AK Breast Cancer Fundraiser; manned auction tables collected 85 thousand dollars for Cancer Research
- Presented eight POW-MIA and Moving Wall vigils; orated ceremonies flawlessly, 270 veterans honored orally
Timeline
Target Systems Analyst
United States Air Force 15th Intelligence Sqdn
12.2018 - 07.2020
NCOIC, Training
United States Air Force 15th Intelligence Sqdn
12.2013 - 12.2018
NCOIC, INTELLIGENCE TRAINING
United States Air Force 353 Combat Trng Sq
07.2012 - 07.2013
NCOIC, Intelligence Operations Readiness
United States Air Force 354 Ops Grp (PACAF)
07.2011 - 07.2012
NCOIC, Training
United States Air Force 354 Ops Grp (PACAF)
07.2010 - 07.2011
NCOIC, Training
United States Air Force 354th Ops Grp (PACAF)
07.2009 - 07.2010
Master of Science - Crime Analysis
Boston University
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Applications Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
The University of Alabama