Ian Cortes
Greenville,SC
Summary
Dynamic operations leader with a proven track record at the 20th Special Forces Group, excelling in operational planning and team leadership. Successfully developed battalion-wide training programs, enhancing physical readiness. Skilled in performance monitoring and tactical demolition, adept at managing sensitive equipment in high-stakes environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Detachment Operations Officer
20th Special Forces Group
Camp Blanding, FL
01.2025 - Current
- Supervised a team of subordinate personnel involved in various aspects of operations.
- Assisted with the development of operational plans and procedures.
- Conducts all physical assessments alongside new candidates in order to maintain physical readiness.
Founder and Coordinator
388th Engineer Company
West Palm Beach, FL
09.2023 - 01.2025
- Achieved in creating a multi-month, battalion-wide training program that prepares students to withstand the physical demands of the Sapper Leaders Course.
- Monitored performance metrics to ensure quality standards were maintained.
Officer in Charge (OIC)
388th Engineer Company
West Palm Beach, FL
09.2023 - 11.2024
- Coordinated the departure and return of over 150 service members, and managed $75 million worth of equipment to an active combat zone.
- Organized all training events for the remaining 100 service members in order to maintain a high level of readiness within the company.
- Monitored workflow to ensure deadlines were met in a timely manner.
- Supervised the maintenance of office equipment and supplies inventory levels.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress on projects.
Foreman
VTCR
San Juan, PR
05.2022 - 11.2022
- Provided guidance, direction, and technical assistance to crew members.
- Conducted regular performance reviews with crew members.
- Monitored job progress and ensured completion within budget constraints.
Protocol Officer
Army Research Laboratory
Washington D.C, DC
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Managed the arrival and departure of high-ranking officials to and from ARL facilities.
- Coordinated travel logistics for visiting dignitaries including flight schedules, hotel bookings and security arrangements.
Education
Engineer Officer Certification - Combat Engineering
Engineer Basic Officer Leaders Course
Fort Leonard Wood, MO05-2023
Bachelor of Science - International Relations
High Point University
High Point, NC05.2022
Minor - Military Science
North Carolina A&T University
Greensboro, NC05-2022
Skills
- Operational planning and mission briefing
- Performance monitoring and evaluation
- Team leadership in high-stakes environments
- Tactical demolition techniques
- Helicopter operations and air assaults
- Handling sensitive information
- Management of sensitive equipment
Certification
- DOD Top Secret (SCI) Clearance (Active)
- DOD Cyber Awareness
- Personal Fitness Trainer
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Sapper Leaders Course Commandants Graduate (2023)
- Commissioned Officer in the United States Army
- Air Assault Ruck March Champion (2021)
- Iron Mike Fitness Award (2020-2022)
Timeline
Detachment Operations Officer
20th Special Forces Group
01.2025 - Current
Founder and Coordinator
388th Engineer Company
09.2023 - 01.2025
Officer in Charge (OIC)
388th Engineer Company
09.2023 - 11.2024
Foreman
VTCR
05.2022 - 11.2022
Protocol Officer
Army Research Laboratory
05.2020 - 08.2020
Engineer Officer Certification - Combat Engineering
Engineer Basic Officer Leaders Course
Bachelor of Science - International Relations
High Point University
Minor - Military Science
North Carolina A&T University
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