COLE O’DELL
Tampa
Summary
Dynamic Imagery Analyst with U.S. Air Force, specializing in geospatial intelligence and maritime threat assessment, achieving 98% error-free rate in GEOINT products while spearheading training initiatives.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Imagery Analyst, Iran Threats
U.S. Air Force, USCENTCOM HQ
MacDill AFB
02.2022 - Current
- Produced 2,000+ database entries and conducted QC on 400+ GEOINT products, leading to a 98% error-free rate—the highest in the branch.
- Monitored 30+ high-priority maritime facilities, delivering actionable intelligence reports that shaped targeting strategies and operational decisions.
- Served as the sole military member with release authority; briefed senior leadership and co-authored Cabinet-level intelligence reports.
- Maintained NGA production tracking and distributed over 70 critical updates, enabling rapid operational alignment during crises.
- Standardized team training and documentation, reducing reporting errors by 83% over 12 months.
- Oversaw all secure data transfer operations using SIPRNET and JWICS; maintained 100% compliance and zero data spills.
Geospatial Analyst
U.S. Air Force, USCENTCOM HQ
MacDill AFB
01.2022 - 01.2022
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Designed, implemented, and tested web-based GIS solutions using GIS technology.
- Collected, created, edited, and processed spatial data to support geographic information systems.
- Collaborated with mission partners to conduct planning, strategy, and analysis of target areas.
Mission Analyst (TDY)
U.S. Air Force, 11th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron
Hurlburt Field
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Provided urgent analysis.
- Worked at an offsite location for mission readiness, preparedness, and in support of mission partners.
- Worked in conjunction with other analysts seamlessly during heightened conditions.
Full-Motion Video Analyst (FMVA)
U.S. Air Force, USCENTCOM HQ
Hurlburt Field
12.2020 - 01.2022
- Analyzed over 840 hours of FMV and generated 421 image products for ISR missions across three AORs.
- Supported 148+ mission sets with exploitation, callouts, and visual target tracking for CENTCOM, JSOC, and JTF.
- Delivered on-the-job training to six new analysts, authored SOP-aligned training guides, and sustained 24/7 mission operations.
Education
A.A.S. - Intelligence Studies
Community College of The Air Force (CCAF)
San Angelo, TX05.2025
B.S. - Aeronautics
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Daytona Beach, FL05.2025
Skills
- Geospatial intelligence (GEOINT) analysis
- Imagery interpretation
- Maritime threat assessment
- Regional threat evaluation
- Target development support
- Request for information (RFI) response
- Combat assessment and analysis
- Machine learning dataset creation
- Data quality assurance
- NGA collaboration
- NST production expertise
- MIDB proficiency
- JTT experience and knowledge
- Secure network management
- JWICS access and usage
- SIPRNET familiarity
- Classified data management
- Leadership and mentorship
- Standard operating procedure (SOP) development
- Strategic policy contribution
Websites
Certification
- Mission Analyst / FMVA Certification
- GIS & Geospatial Product Development (50+ hours)
- Critical Thinking & Bias Mitigation Course (5 Days)
- SCI Clearance – Active (DCID 1/14 ELIG)
Awards
- CCMD AFISRAP Airman of the Year (2x)
- AFELM Airman of the Year
- Espirit de Corps Award – Leadership & Morale Excellence
- Junior Military Member of the Quarter – National Intelligence Partner Agency
Experience Years
5
Clearance
TS/SCI
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Imagery Analyst, Iran Threats
U.S. Air Force, USCENTCOM HQ
02.2022 - Current
Geospatial Analyst
U.S. Air Force, USCENTCOM HQ
01.2022 - 01.2022
Mission Analyst (TDY)
U.S. Air Force, 11th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron
01.2021 - 01.2022
Full-Motion Video Analyst (FMVA)
U.S. Air Force, USCENTCOM HQ
12.2020 - 01.2022
A.A.S. - Intelligence Studies
Community College of The Air Force (CCAF)
B.S. - Aeronautics
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
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