Juan R. SosaCaballero
Summary
Highly skilled military veteran with an active Secret security clearance, offering 26+ years of distinguished service in the United States Army. Demonstrated expertise as a Force manager officer, adept at leading diverse teams in dynamic and fast-paced environments. Known for maintaining fluid and open communication across multiple mission partners and demographics. Possess a comprehensive background in process analysis, data analysis, program management, operations management, and complex problem-solving. Bring extensive knowledge in HQDA Planning, Programming, Budgeting and Execution (PPBE), Program Objective Memorandum (POM), Army Force Structure analysis, and programming and execution analysis. Additionally, have Force Development and Force Structure experience of 9+ years, along with HQDA Staff experience at the Pentagon for 6+ years. Expertise also includes 7 years of Army Network and Communications Operations experience, encompassing strategic and tactical aspects. Fluent in English and Spanish, possess the language skills necessary for effective communication with diverse teams and stakeholders.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Synchronization Staff Officer/Senior Analyst
HQDA G-8, Force Development (FD)
10.2024 - Current
- Synchronize $500M+ in APNT program funding with Army-wide modernization efforts, ensuring alignment with Multi-Domain Operations (MDO) priorities and addressing critical capability gaps in contested environments
- Lead collaboration between Army Futures Command, G-3/5/7, TRADOC, and acquisition entities to refine APNT requirements and integrate emerging technologies, driving the timely delivery of resilient navigation and timing solutions
- Develop and justify APNT program funding requirements during Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) cycles, resulting in increased resources to support cutting-edge capabilities
- Identify and resolve funding shortfalls and schedule delays in APNT projects by implementing risk mitigation strategies, ensuring program milestones are achieved on time and within budget
- Establish performance metrics and assessment tools for APNT program oversight, enabling leadership to make informed decisions and improve program transparency across stakeholders
- Represent the APNT program at senior leadership forums and Congressional engagements, securing critical support by effectively communicating the operational significance of resilient navigation and timing systems in future conflicts
Organizational Documentation Branch Chief
HQDA G-8, Force Development (FD)
07.2021 - 09.2024
- Lead team responsible for all Total Army Analysis (TAA) equipping analysis, to include Equipment Review Validation Board (ERVB), Force Design Updates (FDU), FDU Jr., and other force structure efforts
- Conducted equipping analyses in support of the Total Army Analysis (TAA) Program Objective Memorandum (POM) force, ensuring the availability of equipment resources throughout the Future Years Defense Plan (FYDP)
- Provided Force Integration Functional Area (FIFA) equipping analysis on all force structure changes and emergent growth for the Army Enterprise
- Provided support on all POM Planning Tasks
- Coordinated actions with Army Staff (ARSTAF), ASA(ALT), Army Commands (ACOMs), Army Service Component Commands (ASCCs)
- Conducted regular audits to maintain strict compliance with internal controls, proactively addressing any discrepancies or concerns that arose during the process.
Organizational Integrator
Office of the Chief of Army Reserve (OCAR), G-3/5/7 FM
07.2018 - 07.2021
- Lead Organizational Integrator for SRCs11(Signal),33(PSYOP),40(Space),41(Civil Affairs),71(Cyber) and Mission Command (MC)
- Managed and reviewed force structure, force designs, doctrine, requirements, and authorization documents affecting over150K+ positions
- Analyzed and recommended design changes of unit composition to balance operational, war-fighting capabilities with the available resources, personnel, and equipment
- Managed Modified Tables of Organization and Equipment (MTOE) and Tables of Distribution and allowances (TDA) structures
- Coordinated current and projected wartime Force Structure requirements with Army Futures Command (AFC), Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC), Centers of Excellences (COEs), Forces Command (FORSCOM), and the Center for Army Analysis (CAA)
- Attended senior leader's engagements, tracked, reviewed, and analyzed documents (Requirements, Documentation, Task Management Tool (TMT))
Deputy Director, Force Development
United States Army Civil Affairs and Psychological Operations Command (USACAPOC)
07.2015 - 07.2018
- Led, supervised, and mentored a team of five Department of Defense civilians (DAC) and two soldiers
- Responsible for the Command Force Management, Force Development, and Combat Development, Assisted the Director of Force Development (FD) with command force structure review and submission of force structure changes for Army Reserve, Civil Affairs (CA), Psychological Operations (PSYOP) and Information Operations (OI) units
- Coordinated and offered recommendations to the Director of FD and Command Senior Leaders regarding force structure plans and equipment programs
- Led group reviews and evaluated Basis of Issue Plans (BOIP) for Command's new equipment requirements, reviewed, and evaluated MTOE and TDA with Major Subordinate Units (MSU)
Operations and Training Officer, G-3/5/7
108th Training Command (IET)
07.2012 - 07.2015
- Led, supervised, and mentored a team consisting of one Department of Defense Civilian (DAC) and four soldiers
- Supported a7,000-Soldier initial entry Command with three subordinate division headquarters across the United States
- Reviewed Army regulations and publications to determine training requirements, advising on necessary changes to ensure compliance with training goals and procedures
- Monitored all Command, cadre, and support qualification courses in accordance with Army and Command guidance
- Provided oversight to the management of the Army Training Resourcing Requirement System (ATRRS) and the Drill Sergeant School (DSS)
- Analyzed data from the Command Individual Training Readiness System (ITRS) and developed trend reports on critical readiness metric indicators
- Contributed to the drafting, review, and publication of operational and functional command policies, guidance, and orders
Network Officer
311th Signal Command (Theater)
08.2010 - 07.2012
- Managed Department of the Army and designated Department of Defense (DoD) network communication assets with precision and efficiency
- Mediated in the Network Communication portion of all joint training exercises in the Pacific, showcasing communication and problem-solving skills
- Directed subordinate units and activities involving the application of systems engineering and management principles, in the design, test acceptance, installation, operation, and maintenance of network communication systems, and facilities throughout the Pacific area of responsibility
- Deploy to Japan in support of Operation Tomodachi, provided tactical and strategic communications management in support of humanitarian relief efforts
Battalion Plans and Operation Officer
3rd Battalion, United States Army Small Arms Readiness Group
06.2007 - 10.2010
- Advised Battalion Commander on all matters pertaining to operations with clarity and professionalism
- Manage Battalion's yearly training guidance and $1.0M travel budget, demonstrating strong organizational and financial management skills
- Wrote Battalion's yearly training guidance, directing objectives to be achieved for the fiscal year for all subordinate organizations
Company Commander
Headquarters and Headquarters Company,35th Signal Battalion (ESB)
04.2006 - 07.2007
- Lead and motivate245 Soldiers, fostering a positive and cohesive unit environment
- Served as the principal staff officer for all training management, command training guidance, scheduling, and briefings
- Supervised and implemented battalion conversion from Integrated Theater Signal Battalion (ITSB) to Expeditionary Signal Battalion (ESB)
Platoon Leader/Detachment OIC
807th Signal Company (Cable and Wire)
11.2003 - 04.2006
- Planned, directed, and executed all aspects of communication missions during combat and peacetime operations
- Lead a 90 Soldier Signal Cable Detachment, providing reliable network communication during combat operations in Iraq
Education
B.A. - Management
University of Puerto Rico
M.A. - Management and Leadership
Webster University
Skills
- Leadership
- Adaptability
- Strategic Thinking
- Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Collaboration
- Decision-Making
- Emotional Intelligence
- Resilience
- Cultural Competence
Training
- Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Training, Stafford, VA
- Intermediate Level Education (ILE), Command and General Staff College, Fort Leavenworth, KS.
- Data Driven Decision Making Course, Management Concepts, Tysons Corner, VA.
- Capabilities Development Course, Army Sustainment University, Fort Gregg-Adams, VA.
- Staff Synchronization Officer Course (SSO), Army Force Management School, Fort Belvoir, VA.
- Action Officer Integration Course (AOIC), Army Force Management School, Fort Belvoir, VA.
- Functional Area50 Qualification Course (FA50QC), Army Force Management School, Fort Belvoir, VA.
- Human Resource Management Qualification Course (HRMQC), Soldier Support Institute, Fort Jackson, SC.
- Signal Captains Career Course, Army Cyber Center of Excellence Signal School, Fort Eisenhower, GA.
- Signal Officer Basic Course, Army Cyber Center of Excellence Signal School, Fort Eisenhower, GA.
- Protocol Officer Basic Course, Protocol School of Washington, McLean, VA.
- Building Effective Business Case Training, Learning Tree International, Pentagon, VA.
- Project Management Fundamentals Training Learning Tree International, Pentagon, VA.
Military Awards
- Meritorious Service Medals (3)
- Army Commendation Medals (4)
- Army Achievement Medals (3)
- Humanitarian Assistance Medal (1)
Timeline
Synchronization Staff Officer/Senior Analyst
HQDA G-8, Force Development (FD)
10.2024 - Current
Organizational Documentation Branch Chief
HQDA G-8, Force Development (FD)
07.2021 - 09.2024
Organizational Integrator
Office of the Chief of Army Reserve (OCAR), G-3/5/7 FM
07.2018 - 07.2021
Deputy Director, Force Development
United States Army Civil Affairs and Psychological Operations Command (USACAPOC)
07.2015 - 07.2018
Operations and Training Officer, G-3/5/7
108th Training Command (IET)
07.2012 - 07.2015
Network Officer
311th Signal Command (Theater)
08.2010 - 07.2012
Battalion Plans and Operation Officer
3rd Battalion, United States Army Small Arms Readiness Group
06.2007 - 10.2010
Company Commander
Headquarters and Headquarters Company,35th Signal Battalion (ESB)
04.2006 - 07.2007
Platoon Leader/Detachment OIC
807th Signal Company (Cable and Wire)
11.2003 - 04.2006
B.A. - Management
University of Puerto Rico
M.A. - Management and Leadership
Webster University
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