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Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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Timeline

Joseph Garcia

Virginia Army National Guard
Fairfax,VA
1
Certification
7
years of professional experience

Dynamic professional, and highly trained combat veteran, with extensive experience as an Intelligence Analyst at CTLD/VSP, excelling in threat analysis and intelligence reporting. Proven leadership and problem-solving skills, adept at collaborating with diverse teams. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, leveraging data analysis to enhance security operations and drive informed decision-making in high-pressure environments. Experienced in conducting investigative operations related to Counter Intelligence.

Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure, and consistently achieves exceptional ratings for quality and efficiency in work output.

Active TS security clearance.

Work History

Fire Control Specialist, Counter-Rocket, Artillery, and Mortar (C-RAM) System Operator

7 Years 3 Months
Virginia Army National Guard | 05.2019 - Current
  • Company Overview: Virginia/Iraq
  • Served as a significant player in the defense plan regarding the Counter-Rocket, Artillery, and Mortar (C-RAM) and the Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems (C-UAS) mission in Baghdad, Iraq
  • An active player in the analysis of intelligence and threat reports in coordination with the Threat Intelligence Fusion Cell to deconflict aerial threats within the battlespace (In country 9 MONTHS)
  • Effectively collects local battlespace data on potential indirect fire and aerial threats by insurgent groups in the area of operations
  • Responsible for analyzing, processing, and communicating tactical battlefield information in order to create complex fire plans for the forward unit artillery elements
  • Employing critical thinking under strenuous conditions to utilize computer system and manual calculations to determine target locations
  • Working with a small unit team to provide situational reports for Senior Executive Service and flag officer personnel within theater and in Washington, D.C.
  • Organizing and tracking all products and deliverables between federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial entities by way of Microsoft Office.

Background Investigator

1 Year
CACI International | 07.2025 - 07.2026
  • Conducted comprehensive background checks utilizing advanced investigative techniques and tools.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality while handling sensitive personal information during investigations, adhering to privacy regulations and ethical guidelines.
  • Traveled to near and far places required for collecting specific information.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to gather critical information on candidates.
  • Developed detailed reports summarizing findings and recommendations for hiring decisions.
  • Conducted comprehensive interviews with subjects, employers, associates, references, and other individuals.
  • Documented information and submitted detailed reports.

Substitute Teacher

8 Months
FCPS | 09.2024 - 05.2025
  • Work with Elementary, Middle, and High Schoolers teaching them multiple subjects as required
  • Classroom management to maintain a safe and secure learning environment for students
  • Ability to adapt to different teaching styles to include working with students with multiple disabilities
  • Communicate effectively with students, parents, and other staff

Intelligence Analyst

1 Year 7 Months
CTLD/VSP | 01.2023 - 08.2024
  • Work with multiple DHS ICE secret/ top secret systems to vet immigrants who enter and depart the United States
  • Worked as part of a team to collectively support the mission of DHS ICE.
  • Uses collected information within each separate system to create reports (leads), which are sent to ICE agents for further processing.
  • Determine lead viability, focusing on threat analysis.
  • Provides investigative analytical support, data entry, law enforcement database research, communications guidance, and technical support services.
  • Utilized specialized software programs to collect, store, analyze and present large amounts of information in an organized format.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Homeland Security

Virginia Commonwealth University | Virginia | 05-2019

Member of the Eta Lambda Sigma Homeland Security Professional Fraternity

High School Diploma

Robinson Secondary School | Fairfax, VA | 06-2015

Skills

Leadership
Security Operations
Detail-Oriented
Interview Conduction
Security
Organizational Skills
Problem Solving
Attention to detail
Teamwork and collaboration
Microsoft Office Suite
Microsoft Word
Google Docs
Excel
Data Collection
Pivot Tables
VLOOKUP
Critical thinking
Threat analysis
Data analysis
Intelligence reporting
Counterterrorism tactics
Report preparation
Research
Task prioritization
Time management

Accomplishments

    Military awards include Armed Forces Service Medal, Army Achievement Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Combat Action Badge, and Army Service Ribbon.

Certification

  • Insider Threat Awareness- DCSA issued Oct. 18, 2024 until Oct. 18, 2025
  • Counterintelligence Awareness and Reporting Course for DOD- DCSA issued Mar, 10, 2025 until Mar. 10, 2025
  • Derivative Classification- DCSA issued Oct. 19, 2024 until Oct. 19, 2025

Education

other,other

Timeline

Background Investigator

CACI International
07.2025 - 07.2026Read More

Substitute Teacher

FCPS
09.2024 - 05.2025Read More

Intelligence Analyst

CTLD/VSP
01.2023 - 08.2024Read More

Fire Control Specialist, Counter-Rocket, Artillery, and Mortar (C-RAM) System Operator

Virginia Army National Guard
05.2019 - CurrentRead More

Robinson Secondary School

High School Diploma
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Virginia Commonwealth University

Bachelor of Science from Criminal Justice, Homeland Security
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Joseph Garcia