J. Keith Nielsen
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Highly accomplished visionary leader and mentor with experience in senior leadership and management roles, comfortable operating in austere, challenging, and diverse environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Tactical Action Officer / Communications Officer
USCG Maritime Security Response Team East
06.2021 - Current
- Responsible for training, readiness, logistics and deployment of 52-member Short Notice Maritime Response (SNMR) Adaptive Force Package (AFP) responsible for conducting counterterrorism operations in the maritime environment where Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and High-Yield Explosive (CBRNE) threats are present.
- Led nation's premiere maritime domestic counter terrorism team as chief of staff.
- Tactical radio system operator, trainer, and architect.
- Command Security Officer (CSO) for 200 personnel deployed globally.
- Qualified Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems (CUAS) operator and Licensed UAS pilot.
- Led Intelligence, Communications, and Armory Divisions.
Command Duty Officer
USCG Sector New Orleans Command Center
06.2017 - 06.2021
- Direct representative for Captain of the Port in world's busiest port complex.
- Coordinated and directed complex search and rescue and law enforcement operations in 100k sq nm AOR.
- Conducted high stakes at sea medical evacuations during inclement weather.
- Worked with team members and other personnel to coordinate and safely deploy personnel and resources during hurricane operations.
Command Security Officer
USCG Air Station Kodiak
07.2016 - 06.2017
- Responsible for oversight and execution of all security programs to include Operation Security, Information Security, Foreign Travel, Armory, and Anti-Terrorism Force Protection for 602 personnel while making safety top priority.
- Ensured secure communications across multiple aviation platforms as Communications Chief, and KMI COMSEC Manager.
- Protected 23,000 acres, patrolled hangars, grounds, active runways, and work sites.
Command Security Officer
USCG Sector San Diego
06.2013 - 06.2016
- Qualified as Command Duty Officer: Direct representative for Sector Commander and Captain of the Port. Responsible for all facets of planning and mission execution of law enforcement, and search and rescue operations.
- Responsible for oversight and execution of all security programs for Sector San Diego and sub-units. Command Security Officer, Operation Security (OPSEC) /Information Security (INFOSEC) Coordinator, Physical Security Officer, Foreign Travel Officer, Anti-Terrorism Force Protection (ATFP) Officer, and Personnel Security Officer for over 1000 active duty and reserve members in San Diego region.
- Armed Base Security Force Team Leader, trained, conducted drills, and led active shooter response team. Conducted paper and electronic finger printing for 1000+ members throughout San Diego region.
- San Diego Chief Petty Officer Association (CPOA) President: Represented CPOA chapter at all outside functions, chaired all CPOA Meetings, managed non-profit finances as well as local and community service projects throughout the greater San Diego area.
Early Military Career
USCG
02.2001 - 06.2013
- USCGC Mohawk (WMEC 913), Key West, FL (06/2010-06/2013).
- USCG Sector Honolulu, Honolulu, HI (04/2007-06/2010).
- USCGC Alert (WMEC 630), Astoria, OR (06/2005-04/2007).
- USCG Group Portland, Portland, OR (02/2003-06/2005).
- TRACEN Petaluma, Petaluma, CA (12/2002-01/2003).
- USCGC Sherman (WHEC 720), Alameda, CA (07/2001-11/2002).
- USCG Basic Training / TRACEN Petaluma (02/2001-06/2001).
Education
Bachelor of Science - National Security Studies
Excelsior University
Albany, NY07.2020
Chief Warrant Officer Professional Development - Organizational Leadership
U.S. Coast Guard Academy
New London, CT09.2017
Organizational Leadership -
U.S. Coast Guard Chief Petty Officer Academy
Petaluma, CA11.2012
Skills
- Top Secret Clearance
- Command Security Officer
- KMI Manager
- Training Officer
- Chief of Staff
- Tactical Action Officer (Ashore/Afloat)
Timeline
Tactical Action Officer / Communications Officer
USCG Maritime Security Response Team East
06.2021 - Current
Command Duty Officer
USCG Sector New Orleans Command Center
06.2017 - 06.2021
Command Security Officer
USCG Air Station Kodiak
07.2016 - 06.2017
Command Security Officer
USCG Sector San Diego
06.2013 - 06.2016
Early Military Career
USCG
02.2001 - 06.2013
Bachelor of Science - National Security Studies
Excelsior University
Chief Warrant Officer Professional Development - Organizational Leadership
U.S. Coast Guard Academy
Organizational Leadership -
U.S. Coast Guard Chief Petty Officer Academy
FEMA Incident Command System (ICS) Training Courses: 100, 200, 300, 305, 700, and 800.
FAA Part 107 UAS Remote Pilot License
Certification
FEMA Incident Command System (ICS) Training Courses: 100, 200, 300, 305, 700, and 800.
FAA Part 107 UAS Remote Pilot License
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