Evan Ferguson
Holly Springs,GA
Summary
Highly-adaptable employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, ingenuity, and exceptional interpersonal skills, with a wide range of military and law-enforcement experience. Extensive experience in the firearms industry by intersection of personal and professional interest, have managed industry connections in furtherance of weapons systems replacement and upgrade programs for military and federal law enforcement agencies.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Agent/Pilot
Drug Enforcement Administration, Aviation Division
Atlanta , GA
2021.09 - Current
- Operate surveillance aircraft in complex airspace and mission profiles, in furtherance of federal drug and organized crime investigations.
- Coordinate and schedule aviation support to the DEA Atlanta Field Division and other southern US regional offices.
- Operate and maintain advanced electro-optical ISR systems, including systems by GyroCam, WesCam, Churchhill, and others.
- Manage aircraft and facilities maintenance scheduling and organization, to include equipment repair, update, and replacement programs.
Special Agent
Drug Enforcement Administration
Santa Rosa , CA
2018.07 - 2021.09
- Conducted investigations into criminal activities, including drug trafficking, money laundering and organized crime.
- Managed multi-agency collaborations in joint operations, involving local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. Served as the lead DEA liaison for Northern California's Mendocino and Humboldt Counties.
- Functioned as a confidential source coordinator, managing human intelligence assets and handling administrative tasks.
- Extensive experience in mobile surveillance, drug cultivation, and inter-state trafficking.
- As Technical Officer, expertly managed commercial upgrades of electronic and technical equipment for Santa Rosa Resident Office to enhance capabilities and bring operating capacity to modern standards.
UH-60 Blackhawk Pilot, Chief Warrant Officer 2
U.S. Army Reserve Aviation Command
Fort Hood , TX
2014.06 - 2018.10
- UH60A/L pilot (153D) in US Army Reserve, General Aviation Battalion, in command of Blackhawk Helicopters.
- Attended U.S. Army Flight School, June 2014 to September 2015
Agent II
Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission
Dallas , TX
2013.10 - 2018.09
- Successfully managed investigations into a wide range of criminal and administrative complaints related to Alcoholic Beverage Permitted locations; resolved cases concerning tax fraud, sale violations, breaches of peace, vehicle-related manslaughter charges, and other administrative matters.
- Displayed self-directed proficiency in managing diverse responsibilities in the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex. Cultivated advantageous partnerships with local government offices, judicial staff, and police department leadership.
- Graduated as Honor Graduate from state academy, demonstrating strong performance in physical skills and academic categories.
Special Agent/Protective Services Agent
U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command
Grand Prairie , TX
2010.06 - 2014.06
- Served as a Protective Services Agent in the U.S. Army Protective Services Battalion.
- Received specialized training and executed in the role of High Value Target Protective Services Agent.
- Assigned to the private security detail for the Secretary of Defense after retiring from previous position. Executed tasks related to maintaining security at their private residence, protecting their personal well-being, and overseeing motorcade security.
- Provided close protection services for high-profile government officials such as the Secretary of Defense, Chief of Staff of the US Army, and Secretary of the Army during my assignment at the Pentagon in Washington DC from 2011 to 2012.
- Managed commercial weapons upgrade program with manufacturer military sales contacts, conducted research and testing, and presented findings to leadership for procurement and replacement of existing weapon systems.
- Extensive CONUS and OCONUS travel to support PSB mission, where coordination with sister units and foreign governments was paramount.
- Expert in anti-terrorism driving, defensive tactics, site surveillance and advance location investigations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
American Military University
Charles Town, WV2019-09
Skills
- Commerical airplane and helicopter instrument rated pilot with over 1,000 hours total time.
- Expertise in various technical fields relating to investigative tools and systems, surveillance, weapons systems, and aviation technologies.
- Experience in large organization upgrade and procurement programs.
- Confidential Source and Human Intelligence management.
- Research and application of emerging technologies.
- Extensive experience in Military, State, and Federal Law Enforcement.
Certification
- Top Secret/SCI security clearance
- FAA Commercial ASEL/Rotary Instrument Pilot's Certificate (S70 type rating)
- Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Instructor's Certificate
- Graduate of US Army Warrant Officer Candidate School, US Army SERE C, Texas State Police Academy, USA CID Special Agent Course, DEA Basic Agent Academy BA215, US Army SRT school, US Army Protective Services Training and Anti-Terrorism/Evasive Driving Course.
Accomplishments
- Multiple performance awards from DEA Santa Rosa for outstanding performance
- Honor Graduate from Texas ABC Academy (2013)
Timeline
Special Agent/Pilot
Drug Enforcement Administration, Aviation Division
2021.09 - Current
Special Agent
Drug Enforcement Administration
2018.07 - 2021.09
UH-60 Blackhawk Pilot, Chief Warrant Officer 2
U.S. Army Reserve Aviation Command
2014.06 - 2018.10
Agent II
Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission
2013.10 - 2018.09
Special Agent/Protective Services Agent
U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command
2010.06 - 2014.06
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
American Military University
- Top Secret/SCI security clearance
- FAA Commercial ASEL/Rotary Instrument Pilot's Certificate (S70 type rating)
- Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Instructor's Certificate
- Graduate of US Army Warrant Officer Candidate School, US Army SERE C, Texas State Police Academy, USA CID Special Agent Course, DEA Basic Agent Academy BA215, US Army SRT school, US Army Protective Services Training and Anti-Terrorism/Evasive Driving Course.
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