Joshua Butout
Thousand Oaks,CA
Summary
A strategic and results-driven executive leader with over 25 years of experience in leadership positions within the Department of Justice, United States Marshals Service, Technical Operations Group, a national security investigative branch, specializing in technical surveillance, providing some of the world's most advanced electronic surveillance capabilities to thwart sophisticated domestic and international threats against the United States. Recognized expert in executive security protection and providing technical investigative and security response to global crises, critical incidents, and civil unrest. Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively within law enforcement, Intelligence and Department of Defense communities. Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmentalized Information (TS/SCI) clearance.
Skills
- Technical Investigations Consultant/Advisor
- Emerging Technologies Subject Matter Expert
- Project & Program Management
- National Security/Red Team Operations
- Foreign and Diplomatic Relations
- Resource Management and Allocation
- Crisis & Critical Incident Management
- Corporate Security and Investigations
- Risk Mitigation
- Threat Analysis
- Executive Protection
- Intelligence Gathering
- Budget Formulation
- Resource and Asset Procurement
- Facility and Personnel Protection
- Public Speaker and Media Relations
- Congressional & Legislative Affairs
- Compliance Review & Oversight
Work History
Branch Chief/Deputy Branch Chief/Chief Inspector
United States Marshals Service
Thousand Oaks, California
08.2018 - Current
- Oversee technical and aerial surveillance operations that include: 140 personnel throughout 40 offices; sixteen operational programs (both CONUS and OCONUS); aviation fleet comprised of nine aircraft of assorted platforms; and TOG infrastructure, including office space and airplane hangars.
- Agency's subject matter expert and leader in electronic surveillance disciplines, technical investigations, resource/asset deployment, and research and development.
- Prepare and review correspondence for Office of Legislative Affairs, DOJ components, Congress, Office of Management and Budget (OMB)
- Conduct performance evaluations, address conflicts, and ensure employees are knowledgeable of operational procedures and policies.
- Coordinate domestic and global technical electronic surveillance efforts.
- Provide strategic leadership and direction related to: managing operations; budget design; resource allocation; and managing personnel.
- Manage an annual budget of $14.8 million and accountable property totaling $100 million.
- Technical surveillance executive liaison to federal law enforcement entities, Intelligence Community (IC), Department of Defense (DOD), and the private industry.
- Experienced presenter with over 25 years of developing and delivering effective presentations to a range of audiences, from internal stakeholders, law enforcement agencies, IC and DOD partners, and foreign governments.
Technical Criminal Investigator
United States Marshals Service
Phoenix, AZ
10.2007 - 08.2018
- Employed complex electronic surveillance equipment to locate and apprehend dangerous criminals.
- Utilized advanced technical investigative techniques to assist on fugitive investigations.
- Certified, proficient, and experienced in an array of electronic surveillance platforms, video surveillance, and software programs.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including law enforcement agencies and external stakeholders, to support investigations and share intelligence.
- Developed a regional training program for district and task force personnel related to electronic surveillance.
- Conducted over 100 presentations outlining policies and procedures related to technical criminal investigations.
- Worked with United States and District Attorneys to formulate search warrant and court order templates adhering to federal, state and local laws.
- Conducted multi-jurisdictional investigations to identify and dismantle criminal organizations.
Deputy United States Marshal
United States Marshals Service
Phoenix, AZ
07.1998 - 10.2007
- Supervised judicial and executive level protection details: Supreme Court Justices; Federal Judges; United States Attorney's; Witness Security; High Threat Defendants; Foreign Officials.
- Conducted security surveys and risk assessments for judicial personnel, courtroom operations, airplane hangars, and federal facilities.
- Member of Special Operations Group: special weapons and tactics team providing support and driving in high threat operations.
- Evaluated Organized Crime and Drug Enforcement Task Force program and made recommendations on how to restructure, prioritize missions and develop program oversight and accountability.
- District Public Information Officer with responsibility for setting up press conferences, addressing the media, and writing press releases.
- Managed prisoner operations and secure movement.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice/Public Administration
06.1997
- 3.55 Major GPA
- Spring 1997 - Dean's List
- Member of Phi Alpha Delta Pre-Law Fraternity
- Member of Kappa Sigma Fraternity
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice/Public Administration
- Master's Program
- 4.0 GPA Overall
- Completed 9 hours
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
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