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Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in leadership, coordination, and proactive response gained as a GSOC Global Security Analyst. Proficient in security risk assessment, data management and program management. Master's degree in Diplomacy and International Relations with a focus on national security. I am seeking a Program Manager role to leverage my skills in leadership and management and enhance program development and management.
Overview
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Seton Hall University G. Center For S. Leadership.South Orange, NJ
Research Associate
10.2021 - 12.2021
Job overview
- Process Mapping & Logistics: Headed Program development and execution of the annual Greenleaf Public Policy Lecture and helped secure former Whitehouse Domestic Policy Council Director, Ms Cecilia Muñoz for keynote speech
- Develop research objectives and proposals and provide logistical support for Next Generation Initiative - an initiative aimed at introducing High School students to the concept and practice of servant leadership.
- Provided programming support for monthly webinar series)
- Trustee Meeting support - Prepared Slides and general reports for Board Meetings
Palo Alto NetworksSanta Clara, CA
GSOC Global Security Analyst
08.2022 - 08.2023
Job overview
- Led the analysis and processing of source information to produce 40+ Global risk Briefs, presentations, travel risk briefs, and security assessments.
- Spearheaded the creation of a Protective Intelligence Monitoring Plan Template to enhance executive protection.
- Coordinated the monitoring, identification, and analysis of worldwide internal and external threats using open-source and social media monitoring platforms.
- Applied problem-solving skills in developing written country/locale assessments and risk assessments for global operations.
- Demonstrated proactive leadership in providing travel security monitoring and assistance to the global workforce.
- Advised and coordinated with Regional Security Managers at Palo Alto Networks on emerging global issues.
DCAF, Geneva Center for Security Sector GovernanceGeneva, Switzerland
Donor Relations Intern
06.2021 - 08.2021
Job overview
- Drafted country/donor briefs for mission and fundraising purposes
- Developed a well-structured Funding Database and expertly handled all the Data entry duties for the Latin America & Caribbean Unit using Microsoft Excel
- Produced background documents and presentations on specific topics for projects, events, or meetings
- Identified viable funding opportunities and supported the acquisition of new projects, grants and programmes in the areas of police reform, use of force, policing of public assembly, accountability, migration, and SSG/R in fragile and post-conflict contexts.
Policy ShapersRemote
Policy Dialogue Lead
08.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Conducted strong policy research, analysis, and engagement and produced strategic policy briefs that helped ensure more than 25 UK, US, Canadian, and Australian universities adopted admission policies easing costly English language requirements for international students from Africa.
- Global Speaker at the 2021 Creative Commons Global Summit where I, alongside the Policy Shapers team, presented on How Open Data Can Drive Transparency and Transformation in Virtual Universities
- Produced strategic policy briefs and engaged senior government officials on education reforms in Nigeria.
SHU School of DiplomacySouth Orange, NJ
National Security Fellowship Research Student
05.2022
Job overview
- Conducted research and analysis in support of US State Department - Office of Analysis for South Asia Bureau of Intelligence and Research (INR) on recommending ways to leverage current Department of State capabilities, relationships, and programs to enhance efforts to Enhance the United State Strategic Relationship with Pakistan
- Research and Analysis resulted in the production of a research paper and presentation titled: 'Enhancing the U.S
- Strategic Relationship with Pakistan: Recommendations for a Multifaceted Approach'
- The research paper and presentation were briefed to the State Department INR, State Department Office of Pakistan Affairs (SCA/P) - Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs, USAID, Department of Defense Joint Staff, Directorate for Intelligence (J2), Naval Special Warfare Command (USNSWC), and the National Security Agency.
National Security Fellowship Research Student
04.2021
Job overview
- Conducted research and analysis in support of Department of Defense Joint Staff, Directorate for Intelligence (J2) on recommending ways to leverage current Department of Defense capabilities, relationships, and counterterrorism campaigns to support efforts to compete with Russia and China in the context of Great Power Competition
- Research and Analysis resulted in the production of a research paper and presentation titled: 'Reimagining Counterterrorism in the Age of Great Power Competition: Optimizing U.S
- Programs and Strategic Partnerships'
- The research paper and presentation were briefed to the White House National Security Council, Department of Defense Joint Staff, Directorate for Intelligence (J2), and Special Operations Command - South (SOCSOUTH).
Education
Westcliff University (WU)Irvine, CA
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Seton Hall University (SHU)South Orange, NJ
Master of Arts in Diplomacy and International Relations
Paul UniversityAwka, NG
Bachelor of Arts in History and International Relations (Double Major)
Skills
- Policy research and analysis
- Country risk analysis
- Analytical skills
- Writing skills
- Microsoft Office 365
- Strategic planning
- Communication skills
- Critical thinking skills
- Program leadership
- Small group leadership
- Policy development and enforcement
- Corporate leadership
Projects
Global Trust & Safety Hackathon Project, Facilitated one of the teams that emerged with the top-4 startup ideas on how AI could be leveraged to better protect users across all social network platforms., Worked remotely with a diverse team of professionals in the EMEA region to conceptualize a viable AL policy idea to build an AI LLM for Trust and Safety., https://tshackathon.org/portfolio/one-stoppolicy-shop/ Cyber-9/12 Strategy Challenge - Organized by Atlantic Council/Geneva Centre for Security Policy, Created Seton Hall's first ever interdisciplinary cybersecurity student team (Team Sherlocks) to participate in the Geneva Global Cyber Competitio. Leveraged my knowledge in National Security policy making to prepare students for the global competition, alongside Coach Eric Lopez, Seton Hall's IT Director., Created a content management system using Notion & Google Drive to ensure that team communications, workflow, and collaboration was efficient.
Accomplishments
SPECIAL PROJECTS:
Project 1: Global Trust & Safety Hackathon Project
- Facilitated a top-4 startup idea on how AI could protect users across social network platforms.
Project 2: Cyber-9/12 Strategy Challenge
- Created Seton Hall's first interdisciplinary cybersecurity student team and provided leadership in preparing students for the competition.
Languages
English
Full Professional
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Timeline
GSOC Global Security Analyst
Palo Alto Networks
08.2022 - 08.2023
Research Associate
Seton Hall University G. Center For S. Leadership.
10.2021 - 12.2021
Donor Relations Intern
DCAF, Geneva Center for Security Sector Governance
06.2021 - 08.2021
Policy Dialogue Lead
Policy Shapers
08.2020 - Current
National Security Fellowship Research Student
SHU School of Diplomacy
05.2022
National Security Fellowship Research Student
04.2021
Westcliff University (WU)
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Seton Hall University (SHU)
Master of Arts in Diplomacy and International Relations
Paul University
Bachelor of Arts in History and International Relations (Double Major)