John David Colson
Hahira,GA
Summary
Adaptable professional with an ability to quickly learn and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Experienced in training and teaching both experienced and inexperienced students from different backgrounds and who speak different languages. Recent graduate with excellent research, technical, and problem-solving skills. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and teaching.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
35M - Human Intelligence Collector
U.S. Army
07.2014 - 05.2024
- Handpicked to train soldiers on basic qualifications for conducting human intelligence operations, including military source operations and interrogations.
- Trained both U.S. Military and civilian personnel, as well as foreign military personnel, in human intelligence operations.
- Led instructional programs accommodating diverse group sizes, up to 80 individuals.
- Responsible for developing the training plans and curriculum prior to training personnel.
- Experience training personnel who do not speak English as a first language.
- Conducted training utilizing both computer presentations and oral lectures.
- Conducted human intelligence operations globally.
- Managed a five-member team focused on human intelligence in real-time missions
- Routinely briefed senior command personnel and visiting dignitaries on ongoing human intelligence operations.
- Received significant praise from both senior leadership and other agency leadership for conducting successful human intelligence operations.
Education
Master of Arts - History
American Military University
Charles Town, WV10-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Intelligence Studies
American Military University
Charles Town, WV10-2022
Bachelor of Science - Computer Technology
American Military University
Charles Town, WVSkills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Interpersonal Communication
- Time Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Presentation Skills
- Public Speaking
- Project Management
- Leadership abilities
- Research
- Peer Review
- Written Communication
- Planning
Accomplishments
- Achieved numerous awards while serving in the Army, including the Meritorious Service Medal and the Army Commendation Medal.
- Received substantial praise from numerous agencies for my work in the Army, including for training both foreign and domestic personnel
- Was recommended for the Sergeant Major Russell Award for outstanding work in military intelligence
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
35M - Human Intelligence Collector
U.S. Army
07.2014 - 05.2024
Master of Arts - History
American Military University
Bachelor of Arts - Intelligence Studies
American Military University
Bachelor of Science - Computer Technology
American Military University
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