AUSTIN SCAVELLO
Red Wing,MN
Summary
Strategic intelligence and security professional with expertise in directing multi-source intelligence operations and analytical programs. Skilled in designing data collection strategies, synthesizing complex data feeds, and converting raw information into actionable threat intelligence. Proven track record in leading analytical teams, conducting threat modeling, and delivering briefings that support proactive risk mitigation.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Intelligence Operations Chief - PT
Minnesota Army National Guard
Arden Hills, MN
01.2026 - Current
- Leads and mentors a 5-person team of threat intelligence analysts, directing data collection, analytical production, and risk reporting operations for an enterprise-level security directorate.
- Conducts long-range geopolitical risk forecasting and regional threat analysis, authoring strategic assessments on international areas to guide executive decision-making and support future global operations.
- Drove analytical readiness for upcoming international initiatives, spearheading the intelligence preparation and risk mitigation planning for upcoming high-profile overseas operations.
- Manages intelligence operations and threat modeling during large-scale crisis simulations, coordinating real-time threat tracking and providing critical reachback support to test organizational resilience.
- Supervises the synthesis of multi-source security data, translating complex tactical threat feeds into clear, actionable executive-level briefings and dashboards for senior leadership.
Intelligence and Security Program Manager
U.S. Army
Fort Hood, TX
08.2025 - 01.2026
- Served as the principal security advisor to the executive leadership team, routinely translating high-level operational requirements into comprehensive, actionable physical security and risk management strategies.
- Directed the physical security, access control, and stringent regulatory compliance auditing for a Secure Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) and seven high-value asset vaults at the organizations headquarters, maintaining 100% compliance and zero security breaches.
- Conducted regular threat forecasting and vulnerability briefings with senior stakeholders; successfully identified emerging security risks and implemented preventative mitigation plans before they could impact business continuity.
- Orchestrated secure logistical pipeline for international transfer of highly sensitive equipment, connecting domestic operations with overseas U.S. counterparts to ensure zero loss or compromise during transit.
- Coordinated international identity management and badging processes with forward-deployed U.S. security teams, enhancing secure base access for personnel at an overseas facility in Poland.
Intelligence Collection Program Manager
U.S. Army
Fort Hood, TX
10.2024 - 08.2025
- Optimized, prioritized, and deployed multi-million dollar technical surveillance and human intelligence assets across a complex operational environment, eliminating intelligence gaps and reducing operational risk. Directly maintained accountability of approximately $20,000,000 of highly sensitive and technical equipment.
- Directed cross-functional intelligence gathering and managed the information collection strategy for an organization of 600+ personnel, coordinating human and technical assets to identify emerging threats and support executive decision-making.
- Orchestrated threat modeling and intelligence operations during four major high-stress simulated crisis scenarios over a 9-month period, enhancing situational awareness for senior leadership.
- Analyzed multi-source data to produce actionable intelligence gathering plans, daily executive briefings, and risk mitigation strategies for executive leadership.
- Streamlined intelligence collection workflows by designing Excel products that synchronized complex data and accelerated product development, increasing the efficiency of data collection on potential threats to operations and personnel.
Lead Analyst
U.S. Army
Fort Hood, TX
08.2023 - 10.2024
- Led a team of analysts in 24/7 monitoring, analysis, and reporting of competitor/adversary activities to provide senior leadership with actionable insights for strategic planning and risk mitigation.
- Developed and managed a systematic process to identify, analyze, and prioritize external threats, enabling leadership to proactively allocate resources and implement countermeasures against the most significant risks to the organization's operations.
- Managed information security, personnel security, and physical security programs, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and safeguarding critical personnel and assets.
- Developed Excel-based trackers to enhance personnel security reporting, increasing visibility into subordinate unit status and enabling leaders to assess compliance gaps and operational impacts.
- Served as lead intelligence advisor during three multi-week simulated crisis events, delivering time-sensitive threat assessments and executive briefings that informed operational decision-making in high-pressure environments.
Biological Threat Intelligence Collector - PT
US Army Reserve
Easton, PA
11.2017 - 09.2022
- Supervised, trained, and mentored a specialized 4-person incident response team; conducted regular performance evaluations and ensured 100% operational readiness for rapid deployment.
- Executed site vulnerability assessments and environmental monitoring protocols to identify and mitigate potential chemical or biological hazards, securing operational footprint.
- Managed the accountability, maintenance, and calibration of over $1,000,000 in highly sensitive threat-detection and sampling equipment with zero loss or critical failures.
- Enforced compliance with federal safety regulations and handling protocols during complex sampling operations, ensuring zero safety violations and contamination incidents.
- Served as primary liaison between field teams and senior management, delivering real-time situational awareness and threat reporting to inform critical security decisions.
Education
B.A. - International Relations, Military Science
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, Pennsylvania05-2022
Skills
- Intelligence collection
- Operational planning
- Risk management
- Active Top Secret security clearance
- Stakeholder engagement
- Cross-functional communication
- Executive briefing
Affiliations
- Military Intelligence Corps Association - President
- Tau Kappa Epsilon Board of Advisors - Mu Alpha Board Member
Timeline
Assistant Intelligence Operations Chief - PT
Minnesota Army National Guard
01.2026 - Current
Intelligence and Security Program Manager
U.S. Army
08.2025 - 01.2026
Intelligence Collection Program Manager
U.S. Army
10.2024 - 08.2025
Lead Analyst
U.S. Army
08.2023 - 10.2024
Biological Threat Intelligence Collector - PT
US Army Reserve
11.2017 - 09.2022
B.A. - International Relations, Military Science
West Chester University of Pennsylvania