Gretchen Kuss
San Francisco,CA
Summary
Accomplished Intelligence Professional with a proven track record in tactical, investigative and strategic intelligence analysis and management. Successfully led intelligence teams, enhancing operational efficiency and national security through strategic analysis and collaboration. Demonstrated expertise in data analysis, threat assessment, analytical writing, and leadership.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Intelligence Manager
US Drug Enforcement Administration
09.2015 - Current
- Manages a diverse team of 40 intelligence personnel fostering an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.
- Improves overall team efficiency by streamlining workflows and prioritizing tasks based on mission requirements.
- Advises agency executives on intentions, capabilities, and activities of transnational criminal organizations in order to protect national security interests.
- Develops comprehensive threat assessments to inform organizational decision-making processes.
- Maintains the quality of finished intelligence products through the implementation of rigorous quality control measures.
- Identifies patterns and trends in complex data sets, utilizing visualization techniques to present and explain the data and provide actionable insights.
Intelligence Supervisor
US Drug Enforcement Administration
09.2010 - 09.2015
- Directed a team of 8 analysts, encouraging teamwork and innovative solutions to deliver precise intelligence support in a timely manner.
- Created a culture of continuous learning within the team, resulting in improved skillsets among members while staying current on technical advancements.
- Mentored new analysts on best practices for intelligence analysis, improving overall team performance.
- Conducted in-depth research and analysis on emerging trends and technologies within the law enforcement community.
- Delivered high-impact briefings on complex topics to senior leadership.
- Developed customized reports, summarizing and presenting data in visually appealing format.
Intelligence Analyst
US Drug Enforcement Administration
03.2002 - 09.2010
- Optimized analytic tools and methodologies to provide timely, accurate, and actionable intelligence to field agents.
- Utilized intelligence collection platforms, databases, and analytical tools to identify intelligence gaps and map criminal networks.
- Participated in multi-disciplinary teams working on high-priority projects that required a rapid response under tight deadlines.
- Developed strong collaborative relationships with state, local federal and international law enforcement partners, enhancing information exchange and bolstering collective law enforcement efforts.
- Produced multi-source intelligence products for diverse customers.
- Maintained subject matter expertise in assigned areas of responsibility through ongoing professional development.
- Assisted in creating high-level intelligence briefs, as well as briefed senior-level personnel.
Education
Master Of Arts - Counseling Psychology
George Washington University
Washington, DCBachelor Of Arts - Human Development
Boston College
Chestnut Hill, MASkills
- Analytical writing
- Threat assessment
- Data interpretation
- Strategic analysis
- Collaboration
- Intelligence collection
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Field Intelligence Manager
US Drug Enforcement Administration
09.2015 - Current
Intelligence Supervisor
US Drug Enforcement Administration
09.2010 - 09.2015
Intelligence Analyst
US Drug Enforcement Administration
03.2002 - 09.2010
Master Of Arts - Counseling Psychology
George Washington University
Bachelor Of Arts - Human Development
Boston College
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