Joseph Byers
El Paso,TX
Summary
To use my experience and skills to further growth and innovation in the private sector
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Tech-savvy innovator with hands-on experience in emerging technologies and passion for continuous improvement. Skilled in identifying opportunities for technological enhancements and implementing effective solutions. Adept at leveraging new tools and methods to solve problems and enhance productivity. Excels in adapting to fast-paced environments and driving technological advancements.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
54
54
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Special Agent in Charge
Department of Homeland Security
10.2018 - 09.2020
- Manage a budget of over 1,2 million dollars
- Manage a cadre of employees to includes Resident Agents in Charge, Group Supervisors, Special Agents, Intelligence Research Specialists and Support Staff in three separate office locations in West Texas. These offices cover 17 counties and approximately 39,000 square miles.
- Directly manage Resident Agents in Charge and am responsible for duties that include; Guidance, Policy, Planning, Budget, Reports, Operations, Deadlines, and Appraisals.
- Work daily with numerous law enforcement officials to ensure deconfliction of cases, leverage case support/coordination, provide referrals to other agencies for possible enforcement action and deal with AUSA regarding prosecutions.
Group Supervisor
Department of Homeland Security
01.2018 - 10.2018
- Responsible for the day-to-day leadership and operations of the Border Enforcement Security Taskforce (BEST) Operation Community Shield Task Force within the Texas Anti-Gang (TAG) Unit, El Paso Texas.
- Responsible for guidance and development of all personnel assigned to my unit to ensure their continued growth and progression.
- Responsible for issuing yearly performance plans, preparing quarterly progress reviews and annual ratings for the employees in my group.
- Analyze workflow data to ensure resources are being allocated in the most effective and efficient manner.
Unit Chief
Department of Homeland Security
05.2017 - 01.2018
- Member of the management team that created the new HSI process of National Case Management. National Case Management is the process for dismantling the top criminal networks threatening the homeland's security.
- Supervise and amend the Strategic Communications and Investigation Action Plans.
- Supervise production of briefing material and visual aids highlighting Department of Homeland Security (DHS) priority investigations to senior management and the DHS Secretary.
National Case Manager
Department of Homeland Security
07.2016 - 05.2017
- Coordinate interrelated cases being worked by different field office to identify the criminal network and coordinate efforts beyond the individual field targets to a national strategy against the Transnational Criminal Networks (TCN) methods and exploitation of United States policy and commerce.
- Maintain constant communication with the various field and attaché offices and ensure that operational and intelligence requests are properly addressed.
- Coordinate assistance from the National Targeting Center (NTC), Special Operations Unit (SOU), Human Smuggling Cell (HSC), Extraterritorial Criminal Travel (ECT) Strike Force, Domestic Operations, International Operations and HSI Attaché offices for the disruption and dismantlement of the criminal network.
Group Supervisor
Department of Homeland Security
10.2014 - 07.2016
- Please see above.
Computer Forensics Agent
Department of Homeland Security
06.2007 - 09.2014
- Successfully completed the following schools; Asset Forfeiture Financial Investigations, Commercial Fraud Investigations, and Basic and Advanced Computer Evidence Recovery.
- Courtroom certified as an expert in the field of computer technology, networks and computer forensics in the 5th Circuit, Western District of Texas, 10th Circuit, District of New Mexico and Texas State Court, El Paso County.
- Remodeled, designed and implemented forensic workspaces on multiple occasions for the agency offices.
- In excess of 250 examinations of computers, cellular telephones, Personal Digital Assistants, tablets and other items of electronic/digital media involving Unix, Linux, Mac OS, IOS, Windows, Windows Server, Hyper V Server platforms, Android and VMWare/Parallel systems.
Inventory Control Manager
Defense Logistics Agency
01.2003 - 11.2003
- Initiating procedures to ensure the availability of materiel essential to the operations of US Armed Forces and maintaining inventory levels on materiel assigned to the Item Manager.
- Provide briefings to supervisors on demand/status of materiel.
- Responsible for the preparation of reports and coordinating efforts with both procurement specialists and quality assurance personnel to ensure timely response to requests from customers.
- Possess knowledge of various computer applications to support the demand forecast, processing of materiel requests, monitoring the availability of stock, status of due in orders and the tracking of shipped materiel.
- Tasked to the initiation, monitoring and distribution of purchase requests and contracts.
ATLAS Lab Technician
University Of Texas At El Paso
01.2001 - 12.2002
- Contributed to the development of long-term strategic planning for technology resources within the institution, keeping the needs of students and faculty at the forefront of decision-making processes.
- Managed inventory of computer equipment, keeping track of necessary replacements or upgrades as needed.
- Monitored usage patterns to ensure optimal performance across all workstations and devices within the laboratory environment.
- Developed custom programs and scripts to automate routine tasks, improving overall workflow in the lab environment.
- Provided technical support for students and faculty, resolving issues in a timely manner.
Border Patrol Agent
United States Border Patrol
01.1999 - 12.2000
Detention Enforcement Officer
United States Immigration Service
01.1967 - 12.1999
Hawk Missile Systems Mechanic 23R
United States Army
08.1991 - 08.1994
- Responsible for the maintenance and accountability of $2 million in equipments and parts for a secret no-foreign military system.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
- Able to read and apply schematics workflow for proper upkeep and repair of multiple pieces of equipment.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
Education
No Degree - Advanced Computer Evidence Recovery Training
FLECTC
Brunswick, GA06-2012
No Degree - Advanced Computer Evidence Recovery Training
FLETC
Brunswick, GA08-2010
No Degree - Advanced Computer Evidence Recovery Training
FLETC
Brunswick, GA07-2009
No Degree - Advanced Computer Evidence Recovery Training
FLETC
Brunswick, GA06-2008
Asset Forfeiture/ Financial Investigations - Finance
FLETC
Brunswick, GA03-2007
MBA Studies - undefined
University of Texas at El Paso
El Paso, TX12.2002
BBA - Computer Information Systems
University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX08-2002
BBA - Business Management
University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX08.2002
Skills
- Maintained Top Secret/SCI clearance
- O2O CISSP certificate holder
- CompTIA A certified
- AccessData Certified Examiner
- EnCase Bootcamp
- Microsoft Developers Network
- MS Office Suite
- SQL
- Database management
- Network Topology
- Evidence Inventory and storage
- Various Coding Languages
- DARPA Project Experience
- Multiple Data Parsing tools
- Threat assessment
- Crisis management
- Cross-cultural communication
- Sensitive information handling
- Asset protection
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Detailed report writing
- Critical thinking
- Forensics
- Cybersecurity
Certification
- Gov Online Learning Center, Securing Local Area Networks, Managing Network Security, IT Security Awareness-Beginner, Identifying Viruses, MS Excel 2000 Fundamentals, MS Excel 2000 Proficient User, MS Project 2000 Fundamentals, MS Word 200 Fundamentals, Project Management Fundamentals
- USDA Graduate School, Basic Statistics
- Defense Logistics Agency, Security Assistance/ Foreign Military Sales, Introduction to Logistics, Supply Management, MILSTRIP
Timeline
Assistant Special Agent in Charge
Department of Homeland Security
10.2018 - 09.2020
Group Supervisor
Department of Homeland Security
01.2018 - 10.2018
Unit Chief
Department of Homeland Security
05.2017 - 01.2018
National Case Manager
Department of Homeland Security
07.2016 - 05.2017
Group Supervisor
Department of Homeland Security
10.2014 - 07.2016
Computer Forensics Agent
Department of Homeland Security
06.2007 - 09.2014
Inventory Control Manager
Defense Logistics Agency
01.2003 - 11.2003
ATLAS Lab Technician
University Of Texas At El Paso
01.2001 - 12.2002
Border Patrol Agent
United States Border Patrol
01.1999 - 12.2000
Hawk Missile Systems Mechanic 23R
United States Army
08.1991 - 08.1994
MBA Studies - undefined
University of Texas at El Paso
No Degree - Advanced Computer Evidence Recovery Training
FLECTC
No Degree - Advanced Computer Evidence Recovery Training
FLETC
No Degree - Advanced Computer Evidence Recovery Training
FLETC
No Degree - Advanced Computer Evidence Recovery Training
FLETC
Asset Forfeiture/ Financial Investigations - Finance
FLETC
BBA - Computer Information Systems
University of Texas At El Paso
BBA - Business Management
University of Texas At El Paso
Detention Enforcement Officer
United States Immigration Service
01.1967 - 12.1999
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