Jason McCloud
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Over 20 years of experience in the United States Army and Marine Corps, most recently in Special and Joint Forces in the areas Operations Management, Force Protection, Weapons Management, Personal Security, Security Escort and Facility Security. Participated in multiple assignments across the globe to include Italy and Afghanistan, making interpreting and understanding populations of multi-cultural and diverse societies effortless. Strong ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously without sacrificing the quality of any one project. Superb instructor skills and experience training and mentoring Soldiers with high success rates. Played a vital role in the security during motorcade movements through Pope Air Force Base and Fort Bragg during the Presidential Visit of 2005. Passed the Special Forces Assessment and Selection Course in 2011. Possess an Active Secret DOD Security Clearance issued last on 03/2015.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Protective Security Specialist
Constellis
12.2021 - 04.2024
- Assigned to the U.S. Embassy, Baghdad, Iraq, specifically to the Ambassador's Protection Detail as well as High-Profile Movement Teams.
- Performed day-to-day personal protective security functions with all aspects of the physical security of the Chief of Mission, Deputy Chief of Mission, high-ranking officials of the U.S. military and the U.S. Government during ground movements and meetings at venues in high threat areas throughout Iraq.
- Served as lead driver, ERV (Emergency Response Vehicle) driver and follow driver. Assisted the TC (Tactical Commander) in route planning.
- Served as a member and driver of Counter Assault Team.
- Served as Tactical Commander of motorcades. Planned and conducted all movements to and from the venue utilizing intelligence, GPS, floor plans and digital camera photos to ensure client safety.
Protective Security Specialist
Constellis
02.2018 - 03.2021
- Assigned to the U.S. Embassy, Kabul, Afghanistan. Provided physical protection for company clients, officials, and employees at overseas locations in Iraq, primarily at high threat posts
- Drove lead vehicles, principal’s vehicle, Limo, or follow-vehicle as required in motorcade or similar operations ensuring compliance with secure-route plans, remaining vigilant for signs of security risks
- Reviewed and assessed information relevant to the assigned protective operation to anticipate problems or incidents
- Responded to emergency situations in accordance with established protective security policies, standards, and procedures
- (Constellis CO), Afghanistan
Vehicle Commander
Triple Canopy
09.2017 - 02.2018
- Company Overview: (Formally IDS), Afghanistan
- Served as a member of the Quick Reaction Force (QRF) assigned to Task Order 9 in Kabul, served as the Vehicle Commander; daily mission is to be ready vehicle equipment, and QRF personnel assigned to truck to respond to any type of emergency within minutes and to operate in accordance with High Threat Protection standards
- Responded to all United States and coalition forces throughout the Kabul area in response to the threat of any attack on United States personnel or property; as well as any medical emergency that needed support or transport for a medevac
- (Formally IDS), Afghanistan
Security Administrator of Ammunition Supply Point Warehouse
Reed Inc.
01.2017 - 05.2017
- Company Overview: Department of Defense, Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan
- Served as a Security Administrator of an ammunition supply point warehouse at Bagram Airfield in Afghanistan
- Conducted security operations in support of United Nations and all Major branches of the United States Military; qualified and proficient with Glock 19, M4 Remington 870 Shotgun, M240, M249 and M203 and AK 47, and PSS load
- Maintained accountability of providing airfield security for Afghanistan Special Forces Air Wing assets; accountable for the ammunition supply point warehouse value exceeding $30 million
- Department of Defense, Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan
Senior Weapons Sergeant
WV Army National Guard
08.2009 - 09.2015
- Company Overview: 2/19th Special Forces Group, Kenova, WV
- Provided security for ammunitions, supplies, weapons, and nuclear and chemical munitions
- Conducted and supervised subordinate personnel in the screening and detection of illegal items and contraband at installation entry points, both in vehicles and on persons entering the secured area
- Searched bags, backpacks, duffle bags, cases, briefcases, trucks, and containers for illegal and prohibited items
- 2/19th Special Forces Group, Kenova, WV
Warrior Wellness Instructor (Physical Fitness Instructor)
WV Army National Guard
10.2015 - 01.2015
- Company Overview: Joint Force Headquarters, Charleston, WV
- Plan and coordinate training for detachment personnel and allied forces engaging in combating terrorism and counter-narcotics operations, execute Direct Action, Foreign Internal Defense, Special Reconnaissance, and Unconventional Warfare operations
- Provide Weapons, advanced marksmanship, and close quarter combat training to personnel
- Ensure the pre-mobilization training of personnel on multiple combat tasks and technical procedures for high levels of operational proficiency when executing military objectives
- Prepare reports and advise senior personnel on employment of heavy weapons and infantry tactics
- Responsible for conventional and high-risk unconventional warfare tactics and techniques in the employment of individual domestic, foreign small arms, light and heavy crew served weapons, anti-aircraft and anti-armor weapons
- Supervise and perform construction of hasty fortifications and controls execution of tactical conventional and unconventional operational employment and functioning of all types of U.S
- Light weapons (up to and including 50 cal MG), U.S
- Heavy weapons (up to and including the 4.2 in and 120mm mortar and 106mm RR), man-portable air defense weapons and U.S
- Anti-armor weapons (including anti-tank missile systems), to perform tactical operations
- Joint Force Headquarters, Charleston, WV
Forward Deployed (Afghanistan) Logistics Team Element
WV Army National Guard
01.2009 - 07.2009
- Company Overview: 2/19th Special Forces Group, Kenova, WV
- Planned, coordinated, and executed all convoy, air, rail, and line haul movement Outside of the Continental United States (OCONUS) in Afghanistan for forward deployed units that provide logistical support assistance to troops executing Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) directives
- Seamlessly provided accurate forecasting, delivery, and accountability of all transportation assets for staff conducting combat missions and training exercises during OEF without interruption to supply availability and delivery dates
- Received, inspected, inventoried, loaded, unloaded, segregated, stored, issued, delivered and turned-in organizational and installation supplies and equipment
- 2/19th Special Forces Group, Kenova, WV
Warrior Wellness Instructor (Physical Fitness Instructor)
WV Army National Guard
07.2007 - 12.2008
- Company Overview: Joint Force Headquarters, Charleston, WV
- Developed and coordinated fitness and wellness programs to ensure high levels of physical and mental wellbeing at all times
- Supervised fitness instructors, nutritionists, and health educators
- Conducted and facilitated training sessions/classes for wellness and fitness staff
- Joint Force Headquarters, Charleston, WV
Military Police Officer/Squad Leader
WV Army National Guard
01.2005 - 08.2006
- Company Overview: 863rd Military Police Company, Glen Jean, WV
- 863rd Military Police Company, Glen Jean, WV
Military Police Officer (Deployed to Mosul, Iraq)
WV Army National Guard
08.1999 - 06.2004
- Company Overview: 156th Military Police Detachment, Monaville, WV
- 156th Military Police Detachment, Monaville, WV
Military Police Officer
United States Marine Corps
08.1995 - 08.1999
- Company Overview: Multiple Locations
- Multiple Locations
Education
High School Diploma -
Logan High School
Logan, WV06.1995
Skills
- Personal Protection
- Project Management/Tracking
- Highly Skilled Marksman
- Safety Standards
- Lifesaving Techniques
- Personnel Training/Development
- Department of Defense Regulations
- Military Police Experience
- Correctional Officer
- Administrative Management
- Superb Leadership Skills
- Highly Effective Communicator
- Force Protection/Security
- US Army Safety Management
- Worldwide Operations
- Microsoft Office Suite
Websites
Timeline
Protective Security Specialist
Constellis
12.2021 - 04.2024
Protective Security Specialist
Constellis
02.2018 - 03.2021
Vehicle Commander
Triple Canopy
09.2017 - 02.2018
Security Administrator of Ammunition Supply Point Warehouse
Reed Inc.
01.2017 - 05.2017
Warrior Wellness Instructor (Physical Fitness Instructor)
WV Army National Guard
10.2015 - 01.2015
Senior Weapons Sergeant
WV Army National Guard
08.2009 - 09.2015
Forward Deployed (Afghanistan) Logistics Team Element
WV Army National Guard
01.2009 - 07.2009
Warrior Wellness Instructor (Physical Fitness Instructor)
WV Army National Guard
07.2007 - 12.2008
Military Police Officer/Squad Leader
WV Army National Guard
01.2005 - 08.2006
Military Police Officer (Deployed to Mosul, Iraq)
WV Army National Guard
08.1999 - 06.2004
Military Police Officer
United States Marine Corps
08.1995 - 08.1999
High School Diploma -
Logan High School