Kalie Paulus
Minot,ND
Summary
Detail-driven quality assurance analyst and compliance consultant with 6+ years of experience managing audits, training, and customer service standards in regulated environments. Veteran of the U.S. Air Force with a strong track record in operational oversight, VA systems familiarity, call monitoring, and policy development. Adept at identifying performance trends, enforcing PCI/HIPAA compliance, and improving stakeholder communication through actionable feedback and calibrated QA processes.
Experienced with gathering and verifying newsworthy information from diverse sources. Utilizes strong writing and editing skills to craft compelling and accurate news pieces. Knowledge of media ethics and legal guidelines ensures balanced and responsible reporting.
Professional news professional with robust background in journalism, adept at uncovering and reporting impactful stories. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, and consistently reliable under tight deadlines. Equipped with strong research, writing, and communication skills, while being adaptable to changing newsroom dynamics.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
News Reporter-Multimedia Journalist
KMOT News-KFRY
04.2022 - 05.2023
- Reported on consumer data breaches, payments innovation, and cannabis policy oversight.
- Synthesized complex compliance legislation for mainstream and advocacy audiences, improving public understanding and transparency.
- Developed internal policy briefs for media and nonprofit clients navigating regulatory scrutiny or reform.
- Storytelling & Audience Engagement: Crafted visually and narratively strong stories, making complex information accessible to viewers.
- Conducted investigative reporting on local infrastructure and policy, using interview and document analysis to inform the public and expose risks.
- Produced editorial features and data-backed reports on security, cannabis policy, and compliance, using storytelling to influence public understanding and stakeholder engagement.
- Managed editorial calendars, digital distribution, and campaign-aligned content across platforms.
- Advised start-ups and advocacy groups on content architecture and engagement strategies, driving measurable increases in readership and visibility.
- Collaborated with multilingual sources and international researchers on sensitive reporting projects.
- Synthesized technical, legal, and cultural content into accessible public narratives.
- Interpreted federal and international standards for cross-disciplinary stakeholders across SaaS, public health, and legal sectors.
- Reported on 4-7 state and local news stories daily, covering politics, current events, sports and more.
Quality Control & Security Forces Analyst | Internal Compliance Coordinator
U.S. Air Force
12.2015 - 05.2022
- Risk Assessment & Threat Prevention: Conducted penetration testing and risk evaluations, fortifying digital defense systems and identifying vulnerabilities before exploitation.
- Handled high-stress situations, assessing threats and prioritizing emergency calls efficiently.
- Incident Response & Forensic Analysis: Conducting digital investigations and mitigating risks in real time.
- Protect Space Assets: Safeguard satellites, launch facilities, and classified operations.
- Horseback Patrol Operations: Conducted extensive patrols across vast terrains over 99,000 acres, enforcing environmental regulations and security protocols.
- Habitat Assessments & Conservation Efforts: Collaborated with environmental teams to assess habitats and implement sustainable land management practices.
- Led investigative audits tied to unauthorized access, fraud vectors, and operational policy gaps.
- Led joint investigations, contract evaluations, and safety assessments across federal installations.
- Conducted inspections and audits to verify adherence to safety and security procedures.
- Reviewed and validated security drills, ensuring personnel were prepared for emergency scenarios.
- Assessed risks and vulnerabilities, identifying areas for improvement in base security operations.
- Reviewed and enforced high-level security policies and standards across nuclear installations.
- Trained personnel in crisis response, threat detection, and mission-critical protocols.
- Coordinated with leadership to implement strategic security improvements and reinforce regulatory standards.
- Monitored flight-line operations ensuring safe and secure execution of air missions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Professional Communication, Minor in Broadcasting
Minot State University
Minot, North Dakota01.2025
Skills
- Fraud detection and reporting
- Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word AI Tools
- Cross-Functional Leadership & Stakeholder Collaboration
- AI-Powered Safety & Risk Mitigation
- Risk Identification & Legal Language Drafting
- Public relations outreach
- Editorial Planning & Content Governance
- Cross-Functional Collaboration (Legal, Product, C-Suite)
- Healthcare & Medical Terminology Familiarity
- Legal & Risk Collaboration
- Team Leadership & Performance Coaching
- Stakeholder Reporting & KPI Tracking
- SOC 2 Fundamentals Incident Response Readiness
- FMCSA/DOT Risk Compliance SQL for Security Analysts (basic proficiency)
Timeline
News Reporter-Multimedia Journalist
KMOT News-KFRY
04.2022 - 05.2023
Quality Control & Security Forces Analyst | Internal Compliance Coordinator
U.S. Air Force
12.2015 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Professional Communication, Minor in Broadcasting
Minot State University
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