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Joshua Cobb
Bloomfield,IN
Summary
U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer with over 20 years of operations leadership in crisis response and force protection. Demonstrates expertise in coordinating incident responses and implementing process improvements, enhancing operational readiness and safety in high-risk environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Security Supervisor
MSI Security
Bloomington, IN
02.2025 - Current
- Directed daily operations for multi-shift security team in high-risk biopharmaceutical environment.
- Coached team members in leadership skills and enforced accountability to strengthen team performance.
- Assessed and managed incidents in real time, determining escalation and response strategies.
- Oversaw access control surveillance systems and ensured efficient reporting workflows.
- Identified operational risks and implemented strategies that improved response effectiveness.
- Coordinated with internal stakeholders to align safety measures with operational objectives.
Program Management Analyst, Senior
Precise Systems, Inc.
Crane, IN
04.2023 - 07.2024
- Coordinated training and operational readiness for Navy electronic warfare programs (JCREW).
- Identified inefficiencies and implemented process improvements, increasing program effectiveness.
- Developed and delivered structured training programs, enhancing personnel preparedness and operational readiness.
- Collaborated with leadership and cross-functional teams to align objectives and optimize resource allocation.
Material Specialist
Peerless Technologies
Crane, IN
09.2021 - 04.2023
- Managed inventory levels to guarantee timely availability of materials, supporting uninterrupted operations.
- Coordinated logistics and workflows across multiple teams, improving overall operational efficiency.
- Tracked assets precisely using ERP systems, ensuring accurate reporting and accountability.
- Oversaw accountability for government assets valued over $500 million.
Instructional Systems Designer / Curriculum Manager
Applied Logistics Services
Crane, IN
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Directed development of training programs for Navy operations, ensuring alignment with mission objectives.
- Coordinated multi-team training initiatives, resulting in improved operational readiness across units.
- Managed instructor performance and certification processes to maintain high training standards.
- Collaborated with subject matter experts to develop course content and assessments.
Chief Petty Officer (E-7)
United States Navy
05.2010 - 06.2018
- Led teams in high-pressure environments ensuring operational readiness.
- Directed force protection and security operations.
- Coordinated responses to emergent threats and complex incidents.
- Supervised daily operations and trained junior personnel in critical tasks, ensuring mission preparedness.
- Mentored personnel, enhancing leadership skills and readiness for advancement.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, driving alignment and achieving operational objectives.
- Maintained accountability for all assigned personnel, including their training, discipline, and welfare.
Education
Associate of Science - IT Support
Ivy Tech Community College
Bloomington, IN04-2027
Bachelor of Science - Public Administration
Roger Williams University
Bristol, RI12-2017
Skills
- Security incident management
- Incident management
- Threat assessment
- Crisis response planning
- Risk management
- Risk assessment
- Security operations
- Project management
- Operations management
- Operational oversight
- Process improvement
- Team leadership
- Team training
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Effective communication
- Communication and stakeholder alignment
Certification
- Naval Instructor Certification
- Computer Operator Certification
- OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety
Military Experience
United States Navy, Chief Petty Officer (E-7), 06/14/94 - 06/01/18, Led teams in high-pressure environments ensuring operational readiness., Directed force protection and security operations., Coordinated responses to emergent threats and complex incidents., Mentored personnel and delivered leadership training.
Additional Qualifications
- DoD Secret Clearance
- 20+ years of leadership experience
- Experience in 24/7 operational environments
- Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills
Timeline
Assistant Security Supervisor
MSI Security
02.2025 - Current
Program Management Analyst, Senior
Precise Systems, Inc.
04.2023 - 07.2024
Material Specialist
Peerless Technologies
09.2021 - 04.2023
Instructional Systems Designer / Curriculum Manager
Applied Logistics Services
08.2019 - 08.2021
Chief Petty Officer (E-7)
United States Navy
05.2010 - 06.2018
Associate of Science - IT Support
Ivy Tech Community College
Bachelor of Science - Public Administration
Roger Williams University