Brandon Scott
Fairfax,VA
Summary
Experienced geopolitical & intelligence analyst with several years of experience in the military, think tanks, corporate security, and private-sector intelligence. Areas of research include great-power competition, nuclear & biological weapons risk, and emerging threats to national & international security.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intelligence Analyst
Sourced Intelligence
Alexandria, VA
06.2025 - Current
- Analyzed intelligence data to identify trends and support decision-making processes.
- Developed comprehensive reports summarizing findings and recommendations for stakeholders.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance information-sharing practices and operational efficiency.
- Conducted thorough assessments of threats, risks, and vulnerabilities impacting client security.
Global Security Analyst
Leidos
Reston, VA
05.2024 - 05.2025
- Assissted in monitoring the global landscape for potential threats to the Leidos team.
- Worked in an Emergency Operations Center, providing geopolitical analysis, risk assessment, and corporate security management.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to augment the security of employees and operations against terrorist attacks, armed conflict, civil unrest and natural disasters.
Private Security Officer
Securitas Critical Infrastructure Services, Inc.
Reston, VA
03.2022 - 05.2024
- Monitored security systems to detect and respond to incidents promptly.
- Coordinated with GSOC teams to enhance security.
- Implemented access control measures to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Collaborated with law enforcement during emergency situations for effective resolution.
Research Intern, Asia-Pacific Program
Foreign Policy Research Institute
Fairfax, VA
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Conducted research & analysis on political, economic, and security developments in the Asia-Pacific region, such as maritime disputes in the South China Sea, North Korea's nuclear program, & Taiwanese defense strategy.
Infantryman
United States Marine Corps
Camp Lejeune, North Carolina
02.2017 - 02.2021
- Led tactical training exercises to enhance unit readiness and effectiveness.
- Conducted reconnaissance missions, gathering critical intelligence for operational planning.
- Collaborated with team members to develop and execute operations
- Maintained and operated advanced weapon systems in high-pressure environments.
Education
Master of Arts - Strategy, Cybersecurity, & Intelligence Studies
Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies
Washington, DC08-2025
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA06-2024
Skills
- Geopolitical analysis & regional expertise
- Military strategy & operational planning
- Open-source intelligence collection & analysis
- Corporate security & risk assessment
- Professional writing & briefing
- Public speaking
Certification
- Stanford Online Certification: Nuclear Terrorism
Timeline
Intelligence Analyst
Sourced Intelligence
06.2025 - Current
Global Security Analyst
Leidos
05.2024 - 05.2025
Research Intern, Asia-Pacific Program
Foreign Policy Research Institute
01.2023 - 06.2023
Private Security Officer
Securitas Critical Infrastructure Services, Inc.
03.2022 - 05.2024
Infantryman
United States Marine Corps
02.2017 - 02.2021
Master of Arts - Strategy, Cybersecurity, & Intelligence Studies
Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
George Mason University