Eric Cedrone

Chief of Joint Operations (CJO) for a 46-member joint service unit supporting the United States Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM).

• The CJO serves as the full-time support representative for the Director of USSTRATCOM Fort Meade.
• The CJO holds a TS/SCI clearance and coordinates with the supported command on classified and unclassified systems.
• Supported decision-makers by providing timely, accurate, and relevant assessments of emerging threats.
• Coordinates intelligence support based on supported command needs and unit members' qualifications.
• Coordinated with other intelligence agencies to share information and resources.
• Assisted in creating high-level intelligence briefs for senior-level personnel.
• Maintained subject matter expertise in assigned areas of responsibility through ongoing professional development activities.

• Employed appropriate teaching methods to cater to individual educational needs of each student.
• Fostered a positive classroom atmosphere encouraging open communication between peers and instructor alike.
• Tracked student progress using formative assessments, adjusting instructional methods accordingly for optimal results.
• Boosted student engagement through the incorporation of interactive activities, group projects, and hands-on experiences.

• Oversaw daily operations, ensuring smooth execution of tasks and timely completion of projects.
• Fostered a positive work environment by cultivating strong relationships among military and civilian intelligence analysts.
• Conducted thorough risk assessments for various operational scenarios, ensuring safety and mission success.
• Improved overall unit efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and procedures.
• Executed strategic planning initiatives that aligned with overall organizational goals.
• Analyzed intelligence reports and identified potential tactical threats.
• Directed collection, organization and application of field intelligence and combat data to enhance troop safety and operational success.
• Planned and coordinated tactical movements of personnel and equipment.

• Served as the intelligence representative for a Joint Command stationed in Mogadishu, Somalia.
• Managed sensitive information with discretion, ensuring proper handling and dissemination to authorized personnel only.
• Conducted reconnaissance to compile field information, focusing on violent extremist organizations (VSO) activity and locations.
• Mentored junior analysts, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the team.
• Utilized intelligence collection platforms and analysis techniques to maximize intelligence collection.
• Monitored surveillance and personnel to maximize unit and facility safety.
• Coordinated with civilian and foreign agencies to coordinate intelligence collection.
• Briefed upper-level personnel on emerging threats.

• Served as the organic Intelligence Analyst for SEAL Teams FOUR and TEN in Afghanistan, Somalia and Cameroon.
• Conducted extensive research on various topics to provide thorough background briefings for senior leadership.
• Contributed to mission success by providing accurate and up-to-date targeting data for key assets.
• Developed innovative methodologies for processing large volumes of raw data into actionable intelligence products.
• Enhanced intelligence analysis by incorporating advanced data-mining techniques and software tools.