Jake Cannon
Augusta,GA
Summary
I am a highly accomplished professional with 8 years of experience as a U.S. Army Ranger in Special Operations, recognized for exceptional leadership and team-building skills. I have successfully managed and trained teams of up to 180 personnel, overseeing complex operations, programs, and mission readiness in high-pressure and dynamic environments. My experience includes coordinating large-scale training, operational planning, and specialized programs, while maintaining accountability for multimillion-dollar resources. Known for my ability to adapt quickly to changing conditions, I excel at leading diverse teams, fostering collaboration, and achieving results under challenging circumstances. My combination of strategic leadership, operational expertise, and adaptability makes me a strong candidate for roles requiring effective management, problem-solving, and performance-driven results. I am an individual you have to only tell once and that task/job gets done with no questions asked.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Army Ranger
Army USASOC
02.2018 - Current
- U.S. Army Ranger with 7 years of Special Operations experience, Three combat deployments to austere locations across the globe.
- Managed and trained a team of up to 160 personnel in dynamic, high-pressure, fast changing environments.
- Experienced in Military Working Dog (MWD) program support and kennel operations.
- Program manager of FT Gordon's Pre-Ranger program. Handling recruiting, planning and physical preparation.
- Skilled in program management, tactical communications, and operational planning.
- Maintained & oversaw shop consisting of special operations equipment valued over 19 million dollars with no loss.
- Recognized as Distinguished Leader at the Army’s Advanced Leaders Course.
Education
High School Diploma -
TC Roberson HS
Asheville12-2018
Skills
- Leadership & Team Management for team environments
- Training Design & Mentorship for small or large teams
- Operations Planning and Execution for any situation
- Program Management & Personnel Development
- Communications Systems management (Microsoft applications, communications equipment)
- Field-craft, Small-Unit Tactics, and Mission Training
- Risk Assessment & Operational Planning
- Adaptability in Dynamic & High-Stress Environments
- Logistics Coordination & Resource Management
- Force Protection & Security Operations
- Coordination of Specialized Operations (MWD integration, combat support, combat operations)
Accomplishments
- Advanced Leaders Course – Distinguished Leader Award over 36 other students
- Ranger Assessment Selection Program – Graduate
- Ranger School – Graduate
- Airborne School – Graduate
- Selected as the Program Manager of FT Gordon's Ranger Program over 35 other applicants
- Three Special Operations combat deployments with no loss of personal or equipment
- Section Chief of training & supervised 18 highly trained Special Operations soldiers on multiple complex operations
Affiliations
- 75th Ranger Regiment
- United States Army Special Operations Command
Certification
- Ranger Assessment Selection Program- December 2018
- Ranger First Responder (RFR)- December 2018
- Special Operations Combative Program (SOCP) – December 2018
- Small Unit Ranger Tactics Leader (SURT) - August 2019
- Basic Leader Course (BLC) – February 2021
- Ranger Regiment Section Chief - June 2022- March 2025
- Advanced Leadership Course (ALC) - July 2024
- Program Manager of FT Gordon's Ranger preparation program- March 2025-Current
- Lead Recruiter on FT Gordon, on behalf of the 75th Ranger Regiment & USASOC- March 2025- Current
Timeline
Army Ranger
Army USASOC
02.2018 - Current
High School Diploma -
TC Roberson HS