Javed Paiman
Riverview,FL
Summary
Currently work as a skillful Language Enabled Operations Analyst with advanced proficiency in open-source information report production from multiple data sources using a combination of standard procedures and industry practices. Over 18 years of demonstrated ability and experience as a DOD contractor in unique operations environments. Vast experience in monitoring and assessing trends in trans-regional areas of responsibility in support of Special Operation Forces (SOF). Specialized skills in conducting social media and open-source information research analysis supporting internet-based Military Information Support Operations (MISO). Proven track record of success in producing more than 200 analytical reports and information papers communicating results and critical metrics.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Language Enabled Operations Analyst
GDIT, Inc
05.2022 - Current
- Serving as a Farsi language-enabled operations analyst, supporting the internet-based Military Information Support Operations (MISO) program in the USSOCOM
- Providing comprehensive analysis and monitoring of news outlets, social media, and open-source information in support of J3 SOCOM objectives
- Researching, collecting, analyzing, and producing daily and weekly reports regarding regional and ideological discussions in the Farsi language information environment
- Developing and maintaining expertise with designated regional issues and drawing upon publicly available online information resources to analyze and identify malign social media influence campaigns
- Responding to requests for information (RFI) by researching, evaluating, and generating assessments based on multi-sourced information to enable the execution of approved MISO tasks
- Assisting planners in their online and social media research for specific topics of interest and providing them with in-depth analysis of social media posts and trends to identify key communicators, influencers, and adversarial disinformation strategies
- Employing advanced customized open-source tools in conjunction with publicly available information to generate sentiment and trend analysis of relevant entities.
- Creating custom reports and visualizations to support decision-making processes.
Farsi Social Media Analyst
COLSA Corporation
06.2019 - 05.2022
- Developed and maintained close familiarity with designated regional issues
- Monitored Farsi information environment and reported relevant topics of interest
- Use advanced OSINT and Farsi social media collection and analysis techniques to support information requests concerning force protection, indications, warnings, and counter threats
- Performed expert-level open-source and PAI research and analysis using OSINT tools and various other inputs to identify adversaries' operating characteristics, vulnerabilities, and opportunities to counter their malign information campaigns
- Monitored, comprehended, and assessed adversaries' social media posts and trends in the information environment
- Conducted web-based social media engagement operations leveraging cultural, linguistic, and web support operations experience in the information environment to disseminate information products to target audiences outside the United States
- Analyzed current media statements or postings to support trend analysis and identify key communicators and influencers
- Have subject matter expertise as a social media analyst focused on SMGs and VEOs in the application of social media to influence foreign audiences in accordance with CENTCOM J39 objectives.
- Monitored sensitive subjects on social media in relation to MILDEC objectives.
- Utilized specialized software to capture and process data.
Cryptologic Linguist
CWU, Inc
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Provided Farsi language support services, including hundreds of audio transcriptions and written translations, to support military intelligence collection and other operational missions.
- Performed document exploitation, researched and analyzed foreign language documents, and intercepted data for key information.
- Translated tens of intercepted voice data files collected by the SIGINT ground collection systems.
- Scanned and sorted/categorized foreign language materials; recovered essential information elements; produced and performed quality control of GISTs, translations, and transcripts.
Afghan Cultural Advisor
SOS International LLC
07.2016 - 06.2018
- Worked as a valued member in the PSYOP environment, supporting MISFT-A missions to conduct MISO operations
- Advised MISTF-A staff on Afghanistan’s culture, religion, ethnicity, history, governance, ANDSF, tribal affairs, VEOs, current affairs, and news media
- Provided coordination between the production team and local vendors to produce voiceover, printed material, audio/video productions, and other requirements as desired by the client
- Assisted in developing, producing, and editing audio/video materials (infomercials, advertisements, docudramas, etc.)
- Provided assessments, transcription, translation, interpretation, cultural advisement, and media analysis services while supporting MISTF-A messaging campaigns
- Translated hundreds of MISO products into local languages for dissemination to target audiences across Afghanistan, including public service announcements, radio, TV, billboards, and SMS messages.
CAT II Farsi/Dari Linguist
VERITISS LLC
07.2012 - 06.2016
- Provided cultural and linguistic services for the U.S. senior military and civilian leaders in meetings with Afghan district governors, local council members, police chiefs, military commanders, and the local populace
- Accompanied U.S. Marines joined combat missions and security patrols
- Translated documents from Farsi into English or vice versa and provided interpretation during high-level meetings between Afghan officials and their U.S. counterparts
- Advised U.S. Marines on Afghanistan's cultural and regional issues, tribal values, local traditions, ethnic groups, history, media, and tribal conflicts
- Carefully noted eye contact, stress responses and other features while speaking to individuals to assess potential threats.
- Provided Document Exploitation (DOCEX) translation and assessment for intelligence collection purposes and acted as personal interpreter and cultural advisor for CDR on official and unofficial occasions.
Senior local Linguist
L3- Communication/MPRI
01.2004 - 11.2007
- Provided cultural and linguistic services for the U.S. mentors in meetings with Afghan civil and military leaders
- Acted as a liaison between Afghan National Defense and Security Forces (ANDSF) and their U.S. advisors in efforts to develop a capable and enduring ANDSF
- Coordinated meetings between the U.S. officials and Afghan MOD and MOI leadership
- Interpreted in seminars and workshops conducted by coalition trainers
- Translated documents from Farsi/Dari into English or vice versa and provided simultaneous interpretation during high-level meetings between Afghan officials and their U.S, counterparts
- Advised U.S. and other coalition advisors on Afghan cultural norms, tribal values, local traditions, ethnic groups, history, media, and tribal conflicts
- Translated Afghanistan Ministry of Defense and Coalition Forces official documents (Laws, Policies, Regulations, Procedures, and Instruction Manuals)
- Analyzed translated documents for their content, meaning, and implications.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Brownsville, TX12.2011
Skills
- Signal Intelligence
- All-Source Intelligence
- Research Analysis
- Report Writing
- Analysis Tools
- Audience Engagement
- Web Operations
- Data Analysis
- Operations Research
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Translation
- Microsoft Office Suit
Clearance Level
TS/SCI (2021) +CI Poly (2018)
Systems Competencies
- Talkwalker
- Meltwater
- Scraawl
- Echosec
- Open IO
- SharePoint
- Primer
References
- Jorge C. Rodriguez, GDIT, 813-710-8310, chrisrodriguez.usaf@gmail.com
- Benjamin L. Hall, GDIT, 910 922 6069, benjaminleehall@gmail.com
- CAPT Shir Najafi, U.S. Army, 586 354 1350, shiragha_najafi2002@live.com
Languages
Persian
Native or Bilingual
Dari
Native or Bilingual
Urdu
Limited Working
Pushto
Limited Working
Alta Test Score
12/ILR 4
Timeline
Language Enabled Operations Analyst
GDIT, Inc
05.2022 - Current
Farsi Social Media Analyst
COLSA Corporation
06.2019 - 05.2022
Cryptologic Linguist
CWU, Inc
07.2018 - 06.2019
Afghan Cultural Advisor
SOS International LLC
07.2016 - 06.2018
CAT II Farsi/Dari Linguist
VERITISS LLC
07.2012 - 06.2016
Senior local Linguist
L3- Communication/MPRI
01.2004 - 11.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
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