Jonathan Earles
Reston,VIRGINIA
Summary
National security professional with ten years of experience in with law enforcement, intelligence, national security policy and diplomacy, notably with the U.S. Department of State. Expert in Middle East, Southeast Asian and South Pacific relations and sanctions, leveraging skills in foreign policy to develop and implement strategic congressional strategies. Proven track record in enhancing international cooperation and security measures. Exceptional communicator and strategist, adept at fostering relationships across global agencies.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teaching Assistant
Florida State University
Reston, VIRGINIA
05.2021 - Current
- Utilized educational technology to enhance classroom learning.
- Provided one-on-one support to students requiring additional assistance.
- Graded assignments, tests and papers according to teacher instructions.
- Acted as a liaison between students and faculty, facilitating communication and understanding.
Foreign Affairs Office
U.S. Department of State
Washington, DC
06.2020 - Current
- Serve as Acting Team Lead on the Drug Supply Reduction (DSR) team and Department of State Chair on the National Institute of Standards (NIST) Canine subcommittee.
- Serve on a Captagon Task Force and the U.S. subject matter expert (SME) on Captagon and Syrian narcotics trafficking.
- Developed and implemented strategies for foreign affairs initiatives, such as drafting the U.S. strategy for Congress on Captagon.
- Facilitated communication between domestic stakeholders and their foreign counterparts serving as liaison between DEA, Department of Commerce, Special Operations Low Intensity Conflict (SOLIC) Counternarcotics Global Threats (CNGT) and Central Command (CENTCOM).
- Engaged in public diplomacy efforts in order to build bridges between cultures.
Information Technology Specialist
U.S Department of State
Washington, DC
02.2019 - 06.2020
- Served as liaison to the Undersecretary for Management Brian Bulatao.
- Delivered remote assistance for technical issues using screen sharing, mouse and keyboard control and other tools supporting Mahogany Row, Secretary of State Pompeo, Senior Advisor for Iran Action Group Brian Hook and Senior Advisors.
- Coordinated installation of software systems and collaborated with user experience team on design and implementation of new features.
- Participated in the design of data storage solutions for large-scale projects, such as redesigning the Conference Tracking and Approval System (CTAS) for the entire U.S. government.
Surveillance Team Member
Palmetto Partner, LLC
Destin, FL
04.2014 - 02.2019
- Rotated through series of different stations based on team needs.
- Evaluated needs of departments and delegated tasks to optimize overall production.
- Monitored and evaluated U.S. Army 7th Special Forces Group (SFG) students on gathering intelligence and sources.
- Monitored emerging technologies that could be used by terrorists or criminals to enhance their operational capability for the training environment.
OSINT/PAI Trainer
Echo Analytics Group
Tampa, FL
06.2017 - 09.2017
- Created and offered additional materials to enhance training for intelligence community and special operations command (SOCOM) students.
- Advised the Naval Research Lab and U.S. Coast Guard on new open-source intelligence (OSINT) technology development.
- Adapted teaching methods according to the needs of individual learners or groups.
- Provided feedback on employee performance based on observed results during training sessions.
Police Officer
Metropolitan Police Department
Washington, DC
01.2016 - 06.2017
- Investigated illegal or suspicious activities, performing direct follow-up or reporting findings to appropriate senior personnel.
- Executed law enforcement patrol functions in assigned locations for extended periods of time.
- Provided testimony in court when necessary concerning investigations conducted.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
Assistant Director for Operations and Analysis
Babel Street
Reston, VA
03.2015 - 01.2016
- Served as the Babel Street liaison to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) for the 2015 Chicago Marathon.
- Maintained close relationships with key stakeholders while managing expectations.
- Coordinated activities between departments to ensure timely completion of projects within budget constraints.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external partners and vendors.
- Collected and analyzed intelligence on Boko Haram, Al-Nusra, ISIS, ISIL and active shooter attacks globally.
Education
J.D. - Intellectual Property And Technology Law
University of New Hampshire
Durham, NH08-2028
Master of Science - Strategic Intelligence Studies
National Intelligence University
Bethesda, MD07-2025
Master of Science - Cyber Security And Data Privacy
Albany Law School
Albany, NY03-2020
Graduate Certificate - Counterintelligence
Institute of World Politics
Washington, DC10-2019
Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL08-2017
Skills
- Diplomacy
- Middle east relations
- International organizations
- Homeland security
- Narcotics trafficking
- Drug trafficking organizations
- Sanctions
- National security policy
- Foreign policy
- Congressional strategy
- National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)
Accomplishments
- Meritorious Honor Award 2025
- Newlines Institute Captagon Podcast 2025
- Captagon Task Force 2024-2025
- Syrian Law Enforcement Working Group 2021-2022
- Franklin Award 2019
Certification
- Contracting Officer Representative Level I
- Grants Officer Representative
- Special Operations Planning Course
- Background investigator
- Field training officer
Affiliations
- ProfessioNole Mentor, Florida State University June 2021-Present
- National Security Fellow, Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD), January 2024-December 2024
- Co-Chair Economic Leadership Day, U.S. Department of State January 2024-June 2024
- Student Senate Co-Chair Alumni Outreach & Student Life, National Intelligence University December 2021-August 2022
- Board Member, Seminole Club of Greater Washington, DC March 2017-May 2018
- Auxiliarist, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Destin, FL May 2007-December 2008; February 2012-July 2015
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
Florida State University
05.2021 - Current
Foreign Affairs Office
U.S. Department of State
06.2020 - Current
Information Technology Specialist
U.S Department of State
02.2019 - 06.2020
OSINT/PAI Trainer
Echo Analytics Group
06.2017 - 09.2017
Police Officer
Metropolitan Police Department
01.2016 - 06.2017
Assistant Director for Operations and Analysis
Babel Street
03.2015 - 01.2016
Surveillance Team Member
Palmetto Partner, LLC
04.2014 - 02.2019
J.D. - Intellectual Property And Technology Law
University of New Hampshire
Master of Science - Strategic Intelligence Studies
National Intelligence University
Master of Science - Cyber Security And Data Privacy
Albany Law School
Graduate Certificate - Counterintelligence
Institute of World Politics
Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences
Florida State University
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