Hanson Nho
Ewa Beach
Summary
SIGINT Target Digital Network Analyst with 6 years of experience supporting NSA, DoD, and INDOPACOM missions. Specializes in digital network exploitation, SIGINT discovery, metadata analytics, vulnerability identification, persona mapping, and multi-INT fusion. Rapidly advanced into leadership roles, including Division Chief at NSA Hawaii, where I modernized SIGINT dissemination, strengthened analytic workflows, and elevated mission readiness. Proven ability to deliver actionable intelligence for cyber operators, targeters, and senior decision-makers in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Target Digital Network Analyst (TDNA) (T5 ASI)
U.S. ARMY
04.2025 - Current
- Conduct TDNA exploitation to identify adversary infrastructure, selectors, vulnerabilities, and communication patterns.
- Map complex digital networks, analyze metadata and protocol behavior, and discover emerging target activity.
- Develop multi-INT target packages integrating SIGINT, GEOINT, OSINT, and cyber data.
- Perform persona development and social network analysis for adversary mapping.
- Mentor junior analysts and provide mission-relevant technical assessments.
Classification Advisory Officer
NATIONAL SECURITY AGENCY HAWAII
02.2025 - Current
- Ensured accurate classification of SIGINT/cyber intelligence; resolved complex dissemination issues.
- Conducted classification audits, enforced corrective actions, and improved data protection.
Control Officer
NATIONAL SECURITY AGENCY HAWAII
10.2024 - Current
- Directed sensitive records programs; executed vulnerability reviews and strengthened compliance posture.
Division Chief, Cryptologic Requirements & Dissemination (GG-14)
NATIONAL SECURITY AGENCY HAWAII
08.2024 - Current
- Modernized SIGINT dissemination processes, drastically improving time-to-customer and analytic readiness.
- Led analytic teams supporting INDOPACOM, improving tradecraft, operational alignment, and mission output.
- Established NSA-first initiatives: SIGINT release cross-training program, enterprise Crisis Directive, tool modernization project, and standalone call center.
- Provided intelligence directly to senior leaders influencing operational and strategic decisions.
Oversight Officer
NATIONAL SECURITY AGENCY HAWAII
09.2023 - Current
- Conducted oversight reviews ensuring legal and policy compliance across intelligence activities.
Advocate / Lead Intelligence Analyst
NATIONAL SECURITY AGENCY HAWAII
12.2022 - Current
- Advanced analytic methodology, improved SIGINT products, and coordinated mission priorities.
Cryptologic Engagement Officer
NATIONAL SECURITY AGENCY HAWAII
11.2022 - Current
- Strengthened collaboration across DoD, IC, and partner nations; guided policy and mission integration.
Intelligence Liaison Officer
NATIONAL SECURITY AGENCY HAWAII
08.2022 - Current
- Delivered mission-tailored SIGINT support to external partners across INDOPACOM.
- Served as primary interface with foreign partners, DoD representatives, and Congressional delegations.
Cryptologic Intelligence Analyst
NATIONAL SECURITY AGENCY HAWAII
08.2022 - Current
- Produced actionable SIGINT; identified threat indicators, vulnerabilities, and behavioral patterns.
Signals Analyst / SIGINT Analyst Sergeant
U.S. ARMY
01.2019 - 01.2024
- Conducted COMINT, ELINT, FISINT, and PROFORMA analysis; authored technical SIGINT reports.
- Built signal models, conducted waveform analysis, and supported multi-domain operations.
Founder & CEO
Battleground Precision / Modular Armament LLC
01.2010 - 01.2019
- Led two firearms manufacturing companies; managed compliance, operations, product development, and expansion.
- Secured a U.S. Patent and scaled company growth while leading a diverse team.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Intelligence Analysis
Angelo State University
San Angelo, TX05-2026
Honor Graduate - Signals Intelligence AIT
Goodfellow AFB
San Angelo, TX07-2022
Skills
- Digital Network Exploitation: Network mapping, protocol analysis, selector discovery, traffic pattern analysis
- SIGINT Target Development: Discovery analytics, metadata correlation, identity/persona analysis, social network mapping
- Multi-INT Fusion: SIGINT
- GEOINT
- OSINT
- Cyber integration
- Leadership: Mission management, workflow optimization, analytic mentorship
Accomplishments
- Promoted to Technical Lead for the entire department after just 4 months of employment.
- Achieved increase RFI release by initiating tool enhancement for NSA enterprise, currently being field tested Europe and Asia.
- Designed and implemented the RFI initiative, which is projected to increased RFI release by 700% at NSAH.
Certification
- CompTIA CySA+
- Linux+
- CISM (2022)
- Google IT
- Cloud Security Administration
- Cyber Adversary Methodology
- IIA-G CRIA
- EDO-G CRIA
- RPTC Lv4
- ENTCCRED Lv3
- MCCEP Phase 4
Languages
Korean
Professional Working
Timeline
Target Digital Network Analyst (TDNA) (T5 ASI)
U.S. ARMY
04.2025 - Current
Classification Advisory Officer
NATIONAL SECURITY AGENCY HAWAII
02.2025 - Current
Control Officer
NATIONAL SECURITY AGENCY HAWAII
10.2024 - Current
Division Chief, Cryptologic Requirements & Dissemination (GG-14)
NATIONAL SECURITY AGENCY HAWAII
08.2024 - Current
Oversight Officer
NATIONAL SECURITY AGENCY HAWAII
09.2023 - Current
Advocate / Lead Intelligence Analyst
NATIONAL SECURITY AGENCY HAWAII
12.2022 - Current
Cryptologic Engagement Officer
NATIONAL SECURITY AGENCY HAWAII
11.2022 - Current
Intelligence Liaison Officer
NATIONAL SECURITY AGENCY HAWAII
08.2022 - Current
Cryptologic Intelligence Analyst
NATIONAL SECURITY AGENCY HAWAII
08.2022 - Current
Signals Analyst / SIGINT Analyst Sergeant
U.S. ARMY
01.2019 - 01.2024
Founder & CEO
Battleground Precision / Modular Armament LLC
01.2010 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Intelligence Analysis
Angelo State University
Honor Graduate - Signals Intelligence AIT
Goodfellow AFB
AWARDS
- Defense Meritorious Service Medal (Pending)
- Joint Commendation Medal (Pending), Army Commendation Medal
- Army Achievement Medal
- Army Good Conduct Medal, NSA Enterprise Peer Award
- DIRNSA Coin
- Multiple Performer of the Quarter Awards
SIGINT / TDNA TOOLS, PLATFORMS & SYSTEMS
- SIGINT Discovery & Target Development: XKEYSCORE, PLATINUMSTAR, TARGETPROFILER, LINCOLN, PROFORMA, DNIP, DNRTTOOLS, OCTSKYWARD, JEMS, SYNGEN, ZYMOSIS, REGXR, RejectsTester, SOBBINGCHICKEN, COMPASS, CONTACTVUE, HUB, ICON, GUESS MY COUNTRY, WHERE IS THIS NUMBER, GNDB Validator, REALMS, LIONOIL, LIZARDSPOCK, TESTFLIGHT, THORNYHOSTILE, GANDER, ATOMICVECTOR, HUI, CSRP, WEBCANDID, CHEFSSPECIAL, CONTRAOCTAVE, ECHOBASAE, SCOUT, UEE.
- Digital Network Exploitation: ARCQIS, GENESIS, DENSEARCH, DRILL DOWN TOOL, GAME CHANGER, PULSE, RADIUS, SSVE, BROADBAND TECHNOLOGY VIEWER, UNDERSEA CABLE VIEWER, PORTS, NDC Viewer, COMPASS, REGXR, EVILOLIVE.
- Metadata / Traffic Analysis: Data Center Viewer, Data Xplorer, FOXTROT, FOXTRAIL, GAMECHANGER, SMASH, STARS Viewer, COMPASS, REGXR, SCOUT, HUB.
- Visualization & Multi-INT Fusion: GENESIS, Data Xplorer, FOXTROT, LINXPLORER, OCTSKYWARD, ICON, WEBCANDID, STARSVIEWER.
- Training & Credentialing Platforms: MCCEP Phase IV (Senior Intelligence Analyst), RPTC Level 4, ENTCCRED Level 3, ENTCCRED Spheres, IIA-G CRIA, EDO-G CRIA.
- General Platforms: Zoom, Google IT Suite, Cloud Security Administration.
NSAH Performer of the Quarter FY23,FY24,FY25
Middle Enlisted Performer of the Quarter