Amanda Monteiro
Summary
Detail-oriented Logistics and Transportation Specialist with expertise in military logistics and supply chain operations. Coordinates personnel, equipment, and cargo movements while ensuring compliance with safety and security regulations. Supports mission-critical operations in fast-paced environments through effective problem-solving and meticulous inventory management.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Nuclear Security Officer
Newport News Shipbuilding
Newport News
06.2025 - Current
- Controlled access to restricted areas aboard naval nuclear aircraft carriers and submarines by verifying credentials, ensuring safety and security of personnel and classified materials.
- Investigated and reported security violations, ensuring compliance with nuclear security regulations.
- Coordinated emergency responses to security incidents, prioritizing protection of lives and critical assets, resulting in effective crisis management.
- Enforced security policies to protect personnel, facilities, and government property.
- Conducted routine and random patrols to identify potential security risks and unauthorized activities.
- Safeguarded classified and high-value assets by enforcing access control measures.
- Maintained situational awareness under pressure, demonstrating sound judgment and effective communication.
- Documented security events and corrective actions in detailed incident reports, providing critical insights for compliance and future security enhancements.
Transportation Management Coordinator
United States Army
Fort Eustis
03.2023 - Current
- Managed domestic and international shipments, ensuring compliance with Department of Defense transportation regulations to support operational effectiveness.
- Coordinated transportation assets, carriers, and routing, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing delays in mission-critical logistics.
- Planned and coordinated the movement of personnel, equipment, and cargo via ground, air, rail, and sea in support of military operations.
- Managed hazardous material documentation and cargo load planning in accordance with DoD safety requirements.
- Maintained accountability of government equipment and supplies valued in the millions using Army logistics systems.
- Conducted inventory audits, cyclic counts, and sensitive item inspections to ensure operational readiness.
- Collaborated with military units and commercial partners to resolve transportation issues, ensuring adherence to mission timelines and operational continuity.
Education
High School Diploma -
Franklin High School
Somerset, NJ88N10 Transportation Management Diploma - Transportation Management Coordinator
US Army Transportation School
Fort Lee, VASkills
- Physical security
- Access control and credential verification
- Emergency response management
- Security patrol operations
- Risk assessment and compliance
- Incident reporting
- Inventory management and control
- Inventory audits
- Warehouse operations
- Process improvement
- Resource allocation
- Problem solving and critical thinking
- Time management and multitasking
- Attention to detail
- Property accountability
Accomplishments
- Army Achievement Medal (June 2024)
Awarded for exceptional leadership and logistics coordination during Operation Guardian Response 2024, successfully managing more than 275 equipment movements and processing 300+ Commercial Bills of Lading (CBLs) in support of the 462nd Military Transportation Battalion.
Certifications And Specialized Training
- Radcon Worker Certification (Newport News Shipbuilding)
- Authorized Camera User (Newport News Shipbuilding)
- M17 Qualified (US Army)
- M4 Qualified (US Army)
- M249 Qualified (US Army)
- Project Management Certification - In Progress (Microsoft)
- Microsoft 365 Fundamentals Specialization - In Progress (Microsoft)
Languages
- Portuguese, Proficient (C2)
- English, Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Nuclear Security Officer
Newport News Shipbuilding
06.2025 - Current
Transportation Management Coordinator
United States Army
03.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
Franklin High School
88N10 Transportation Management Diploma - Transportation Management Coordinator
US Army Transportation School