Brennan Paterson
Daytona Beach,FL
Summary
Former U.S. Army Sniper Team Leader with 4+ years of progressive experience in armed security, precision marksmanship, reconnaissance, and force protection operations in overseas environments. Highly skilled in long-range engagement, target discrimination, sUAS-enabled ISR, and HF radio communications. Proven leader with experience supervising sniper elements and enforcing strict Rules of Engagement and Use-of-Force compliance. Seeking overseas armed contracting roles requiring disciplined shooters, strong judgment, and operational maturity.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sniper Section Leader
United States Army
01.2025 - 01.2025
- Supervised and coordinated multiple sniper teams within a sniper section; oversaw training, standards enforcement, and operational readiness; advised leadership on employment of sniper assets for force protection and overwatch; ensured compliance with ROE, safety standards, and mission requirements.
Sniper Team Leader
United States Army
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Led a sniper team conducting reconnaissance, surveillance, and armed overwatch in support of security and force protection missions. Planned and executed missions emphasizing discretion, accountability, and precision. Integrated sUAS platforms to extend observation range and enhance ISR coverage. Utilized HF radio systems for long-range and degraded-environment communications. Conducted terrain analysis, threat assessments, and route planning. Enforced weapons safety, escalation-of-force procedures, and Rules of Engagement.
- Key Achievements:
- Winner – 2nd Infantry Division Best Squad Competition
- Winner – 8th Army Best Squad Competition
- Inducted into the Order of the Bayonet, 7th Infantry Division
Republic of Korea
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Conducted rotational overseas operations in a high-visibility environment; operated within joint and multinational task organizations; maintained continuous readiness and accountability standards.
Sniper
United States Army
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Conducted precision marksmanship and observation missions as part of a sniper team. Supported force protection through overwatch, surveillance, and target identification. Maintained proficiency in range estimation, ballistic calculations, and fieldcraft. Operated within small, independent teams in high-discipline environments.
Machine Gunner
United States Army
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Provided armed security and suppressive fires in support of maneuver and defensive operations. Employed crew-served weapons to establish security, area denial, and overwatch. Supported perimeter defense, access control, and static security operations. Maintained strict adherence to weapons safety and engagement protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aeronautical Science
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Daytona Beach, FL03.2029
Skills
- Precision Marksmanship & Long-Range Engagement
- Sniper & Designated Marksman Operations
- Target Detection, Identification & Discrimination
- Observation, Surveillance & Overwatch
- Range Estimation & Ballistic Application
- Weapons Employment, Safety & Accountability
- Crew-Served Weapons Employment (Machine Gunner)
- Suppressive Fires & Security Overwatch
- Armed Protective Security Operations (PSO)
- Force Protection & Perimeter Defense
- Threat Assessment & Risk Mitigation
- Small-Unit & Sniper Element Leadership
- SUAS Operations (ISR & Situational Awareness)
- HF / VHF / UHF Radio Communications
- Escalation of Force & ROE Compliance
- Incident Reporting & Operational Documentation
Accomplishments
- Supervised and coordinated multiple sniper teams within a sniper section
- Oversaw training, standards enforcement, and operational readiness
- Advised leadership on employment of sniper assets for force protection and overwatch
- Ensured compliance with ROE, safety standards, and mission requirements
- Served as a subject-matter expert and liaison during multinational training events, advising partner forces on sniper tactics, training standards, and safety procedures
- Planned and executed joint live-fire and field training exercises to enhance partner-force lethality, discipline, and interoperability
Certification
- U.S. Army Sniper School
- U.S Army sUAS Operator Course
- Anti Terrorism
- Survival Evasion Resistance and Evasion Certified
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sniper Section Leader
United States Army
01.2025 - 01.2025
Sniper Team Leader
United States Army
01.2022 - 01.2025
01.2022 - 01.2023
Sniper
United States Army
01.2021 - 01.2022
Machine Gunner
United States Army
01.2020 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Aeronautical Science
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
TRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS
- U.S. Army Sniper Course (Graduate)
- Advanced Precision Marksmanship
- Crew-Served Weapons Employment
- Small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS) Operations
- HF / Tactical Radio Communications
- Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC)
- Small-Unit & Sniper Employment Tactics
- Rules of Engagement & Escalation of Force
- Operational Risk Management
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Physically fit; experienced in austere and overseas environments. Comfortable operating independently or leading small teams. Professional demeanor with civilians, clients, and partner forces. Available for OCONUS deployment on short notice.