DANE P. WALKER
UNITED STATES NAVY
Oakville
2
Certifications
21
years of professional experience
Public policy and intelligence research professional with 21 years of active-duty U.S. Navy service, including 14 years of specialized intelligence experience in operations intelligence analysis, counterintelligence, human intelligence collection, strategic debriefing, investigative research, threat assessment, and analytical reporting. Supported senior government and military decision-makers by researching complex issues, synthesizing information from multiple sources, and producing clear written products. Led multidisciplinary teams, developed training programs, and coordinated across government organizations in support of sensitive missions.
Work History
Intelligence Specialist / Senior Intelligence Professional
21 Years 1 Month- 21 years of active-duty service | 14 years specialized intelligence experience.
- Supported Defense Intelligence Agency, Department of Energy, and every U.S. Combatant Command with analytical products, including 10 reports that reached the U.S. President's Daily Intelligence Brief.
- Researched, collected, evaluated, and synthesized information from multiple sources to identify significant developments, emerging issues, information gaps, and operational requirements.
- Integrated information from multiple organizations and disciplines into comprehensive assessments supporting government requirements.
- Converted complex, incomplete information into concise analytical products that informed senior government and military decision-makers.
- Planned and conducted source meetings and strategic debriefings to obtain relevant information tied to established requirements.
- Completed vulnerability assessments and developed risk-mitigation recommendations.
- Authored and distributed 250 intelligence reports addressing critical information requirements, resulting in 200 evaluations and contributing to 110 completed intelligence products.
- Reviewed and edited 350 analytical reports for accuracy, clarity, and compliance, ensuring high-quality intelligence dissemination.
- Translated large volumes of technical and specialized information into clear, concise written products for senior leaders.
- Managed personnel across multiple military occupational specialties and government organizations in complex operational environments across Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Middle East.
- Mentored and developed junior personnel and commissioned officers through structured training, professional development, and performance counseling.
- Briefed and advised senior leaders on complex information and operational risks, enhancing personnel development and meeting organizational requirements.
- Analyzed multi-source intelligence to support operational planning and threat assessments.
- Prepared concise intelligence reports for command briefings and mission decisions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Political Economy Academic Focus/Path
- Senior — Currently Enrolled | Expected Graduation: [Month Year]
- Currently enrolled: Senior
- Academic Focus: Political economy, public policy, government, economics, political institutions, social institutions, historical analysis, and the relationship among economic processes, political power, and public policy.
- Selected Academic Research
- "Who Should Decide? The Constitutionality of Washington State's Millionaire Tax and the Roles of Judicial Review, Voters, and the Legislature in Shaping Progressive Tax Policy" Researched constitutional questions involving taxation, judicial review, legislative authority, voter participation, and public policy. (22 pages)
- "Covert U.S. Interference in Foreign Political Systems" Analyzed U.S. covert intervention, foreign political systems, intelligence operations, institutional decision-making, and the long-term governance consequences of short-term policy objectives. (16 pages)
Skills
Intelligence Analysis
Threat Analysis
Risk Assessment
Open source intelligence
Counterintelligence strategies
Investigative Research
Research Analysis
Decision Support
Analytical Writing
Policy Research
Interview & Debriefing
Program Management
Interagency Coordination
Operational Training
Personnel Management
Threat Assessment
Certification
Counterintelligence / Human Intelligence Course (K13A), Operations Intelligence Analyst Course (K36A), Defense Strategic Debriefing Course, Joint Counterintelligence / Human Intelligence Management Course, Navy Instructor Training Course, Technical Exploitation Course, Chief Petty Officer Leadership Development Course, Operational Risk Management Course
Military Awards
Senior Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year 2023, Defense Intelligence Agency; Junior Petty Officer of the Year 2010, US European Command Headquarters, Defense Meritorious Service Medal | 2 Joint Service Commendation Medals | Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal | 3 Joint Service Achievement Medals | 6 Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals | Operation Inherent Resolve Campaign Medal | Korea Defense Service Medal | Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal | Humanitarian Service Medal
Timeline
Intelligence Specialist / Senior Intelligence Professional
UNITED STATES NAVY
07.2004 - 08.2025Read More
THE EVERGREEN STATE COLLEGE
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from Political Economy Academic Focus/Path
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