Britney Kafer
Champaign,IL
Summary
Dynamic Intelligence Analyst with a proven track record in collaboration and innovative problem-solving. Committed to enhancing mission planning through strategic analysis and effective communication.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Intelligence Analyst
US Army Reserve
Chicago, Illinois
06.2020 - Current
- Briefed leadership on findings and recommendations to inform decision-making.
- Collaborated with team members to assess threat landscapes and develop actionable strategies.
- Analyzed intelligence data to enhance mission planning and operational effectiveness.
- Maintained soldier readiness in fitness, Humvee drivers license, pmcs capabilities, MOS extra trainings, and annual marksmanship.
Various Intelligence/Warfighter Trainings
US Army Reserve
Chicago, Illinois
03.2023 - 03.2026
- Completed detailed reports and briefs based on the Commander's Intent, and the needs of the joint warfighter.
- Reviewed, analyzed, and interpreted operational and technical requirements from leadership.
- Assessed mission priorities and capability gaps across all warfighting domains.
- Translated guidance into analytical frameworks aligned with joint warfighter needs.
- Identified trends, recommended solutions, and assessed impacts on future warfighter capabilities.
- Reviewed FMV imagery to detect and classify objects of interest.
- Documented results from FMV imagery analysis in reports.
- Utilized specialized software to support intelligence collection missions.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
- Compiled research and wrote drafts of reports for review, conducting in-depth research on diverse topics to create accurate and engaging content and managed multiple writing projects simultaneously to meet tight deadlines.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss project progress and feedback loops.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals and supported colleagues to foster a collaborative work environment.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems, implement solutions, and propose innovative ideas to improve outcomes.
- Demonstrated an understanding of target audience preferences for tone and format of written communications and reviewed customer feedback to identify areas of improvement in the company's communication style.
- Analyzed content performance metrics to identify areas for improvement.
- Assisted in editing, proofreading, and providing feedback on colleague's work to ensure clarity, coherence, and the proper use of grammar, punctuation, and spelling, maintaining accurate records of all written communication.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Global Studies
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL12-2023
Associate of Science - Secondary Education
Parkland College
Champaign, ILAssociate of Science - Intelligence Studies
Cochise College
Douglas, AZSkills
- Intelligence analysis
- Threat assessment
- Cybersecurity protocols
- Data interpretation
- Research methodologies
- Strategic planning
- Software utilization
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Accomplishments
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Timeline
Various Intelligence/Warfighter Trainings
US Army Reserve
03.2023 - 03.2026
Intelligence Analyst
US Army Reserve
06.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Global Studies
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Associate of Science - Secondary Education
Parkland College
Associate of Science - Intelligence Studies
Cochise College