Andrew Wheatley
Warrenton,Virginia
Summary
Seasoned intelligence and law enforcement leader with 29 years of combined Intelligence Community (IC) and police experience. Extensive time operating and managing teams in environments characterized by rapid change while performing mission critical work. I lead by example and clearly communicate goals, objectives, and expectations, while creating a safe inclusive environment. Extensive background in crisis management, conflict resolution, administration and budget, information sharing, and analytical proficiencies.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief – Response Operations Center
OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE (ODNI)
07.2011 - Current
- Provide strategic leadership and direction, overseeing the highly efficient and dynamic 24/7 operations of a critical command and control hub for US government continuity and resiliency
- Utilize advanced technologies and systems to monitor and assess real-time data, identify threats, and ensure emergency response effectiveness while overseeing budget, resources, and contract management
- Develop and implement operational policies and procedures to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and information sharing, while leading regular briefings, collaborating across agencies, and improving IC-wide operational capabilities
- Lead performance evaluations and continuous improvement initiatives, developing training programs to ensure readiness and proficiency in incident management, crisis response, and operational systems
Senior Operations Officer
NATIONAL COUNTERTERRORISM CENTER (NCTC)
- Managed a 24/7 counterterrorism operations team, providing operational oversight, briefing senior leadership, and overseeing the production of intelligence products, ensuring adherence to analytic standards while maintaining team proficiency and fostering a culture of coaching and mentoring
Operations Manager - Joint Counter Terrorism Assessment Team (JCAT)
NATIONAL COUNTERTERRORISM CENTER (NCTC)
- Spearheaded a high-impact collaboration with NCTC, DHS, and FBI to co-author the CONOP for JCAT, enhancing information sharing and public safety, while managing over 150 events, training programs, and a cohort of 40+ Executive Fellows, and developing counterterrorism prevention models across federal, state, local, and private sector partners
Targeting Officer
NATIONAL COUNTERTERRORISM CENTER (NCTC)
- Led all-source research and analysis to identify and assess key individuals and organizations within functional networks, producing high-priority intelligence products to support investigations and collection priorities while fostering collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Senior Liaison Officer to Diplomatic Security
NATIONAL COUNTERTERRORISM CENTER (NCTC)
- Served as the inaugural IC liaison to the Diplomatic Security Service, pioneering information-sharing protocols and crisis response strategies post-Benghazi, while providing real-time intelligence support and daily briefings to senior leadership to enhance global diplomatic security
Senior Intelligence Educator
NATIONAL COUNTERTERRORISM CENTER (NCTC)
- Led the revision and implementation of the NCTC Operations Center training curriculum, certifying 33+ officers in the first year, while serving as a Subject Matter Expert on IT infrastructure and emerging technologies to enhance counterterrorism training and operational readiness
Event Security Supervisor
FREELANCE EVENT SECURITY
01.2024 - Current
- Company Overview: Red Rock Entertainment
- Lead security operations for large-scale events, implementing comprehensive perimeter security measures to safeguard attendees, staff, and assets
- Provide VIP protection by coordinating secure entry/exit strategies, close protection details, and risk mitigation plans for high-profile individuals
- Collaborate with law enforcement, emergency services, and event organizers to develop and execute security protocols, ensuring a safe and controlled environment for all participants
- Maintain up-to-date security training and certifications to enhance expertise in event security, threat assessment, and emergency response
- Red Rock Entertainment
Senior Threat Assessment Analyst
US Government Contractor
01.2009 - 07.2011
- Analyzed global terrorism threats, producing federally coordinated intelligence reports to enhance counterterrorism efforts and information sharing among first responders and private sector partners, while delivering expert briefings and law enforcement insights to shape intelligence community operations
Police Officer
LAW ENFORCEMENT
05.1994 - 12.2008
- Strong communication skills in diverse communities, conflict resolution, and crime prevention
- Developed strong investigative abilities through thorough examination of crime scenes, collection of evidence, and comprehensive case documentation
- Skilled in risk assessment, de-escalation, and emergency response
- Demonstrated unwavering commitment to professional ethics, integrity, and accountability by adhering to departmental policies and maintaining confidentiality in sensitive matters.
- Worked in SWAT, Community Policing, Field Training, School Resource.
Field Training Officer
LAW ENFORCEMENT
- Trained and mentored newly assigned officers, delivering hands-on instruction, performance evaluations, and individualized coaching, while refining training programs by integrating best practices, legal updates, and emerging law enforcement trends
Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT)
LAW ENFORCEMENT
- Executed high-risk SWAT operations with precision, leveraging advanced tactical training in close-quarters combat, hostage rescue, and firearms proficiency, while conducting risk assessments and strategic mission planning to ensure team and public safety
School Resource Officer
LAW ENFORCEMENT
- Served as a trusted mentor and role model, building positive relationships with students and parents, implementing anti-bullying and substance abuse prevention programs, and conducted regular security assessments of the school, identifying vulnerabilities and implementing appropriate safety measures, including access control, surveillance, and emergency response protocols
Community Police Officer
LAW ENFORCEMENT
- Pioneered the first community bike patrol program, implementing crime prevention initiatives, facilitating community meetings, and fostering partnerships that enhanced public safety and engagement, leading to an appointment as the first police officer on the Public Housing Board of Supervisors
Education
Bachelors - Sociology/Criminal Justice
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA05.1994
Police Officer -
Florida Law Enforcement Training Academy
Police Officer -
Virginia Law Enforcement Training Academy
Skills
- Organizational development/leadership
- Workforce Performance planning
- Emergency planning
- Analysis
- Intelligence production and collection
- Incident/Crisis management
- Communication / Collaboration
- Public safety
- Training and education
- Continuity/Resilience planning
- Policy development
- Operations management
Training
- Harvard Leadership in Crisis
- COTR
- National Leadership Development Program
- ODNI - Supervisor's Tools & Resources
- Agency finance and budget
- Success Strategies for Supervisors
- Disney Institute - Leadership Excellence
- Selection/Training/Engagement
- FEMA - National Incident Management
- Incident Command
- Resources and Initial Action Incidents
- HAZMAT
- OSHA for Managers
- CIA Terrorism Analysis
- CIA Force Protection for Facilities
- CIA Instructor Training Certification Program
- OSINT Tradecraft
- CBRN
- HUMINT Ops
- CT Targeting
- Multiple Intelligence Community tools and applications
Clearance
GS15 - TS//SCI Clearance
Timeline
Event Security Supervisor
FREELANCE EVENT SECURITY
01.2024 - Current
Chief – Response Operations Center
OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE (ODNI)
07.2011 - Current
Senior Threat Assessment Analyst
US Government Contractor
01.2009 - 07.2011
Police Officer
LAW ENFORCEMENT
05.1994 - 12.2008
Field Training Officer
LAW ENFORCEMENT
Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT)
LAW ENFORCEMENT
School Resource Officer
LAW ENFORCEMENT
Community Police Officer
LAW ENFORCEMENT
Senior Operations Officer
NATIONAL COUNTERTERRORISM CENTER (NCTC)
Operations Manager - Joint Counter Terrorism Assessment Team (JCAT)
NATIONAL COUNTERTERRORISM CENTER (NCTC)
Targeting Officer
NATIONAL COUNTERTERRORISM CENTER (NCTC)
Senior Liaison Officer to Diplomatic Security
NATIONAL COUNTERTERRORISM CENTER (NCTC)
Senior Intelligence Educator
NATIONAL COUNTERTERRORISM CENTER (NCTC)
Bachelors - Sociology/Criminal Justice
George Mason University
Police Officer -
Florida Law Enforcement Training Academy
Police Officer -
Virginia Law Enforcement Training Academy
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