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Awards and Decorations
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Certification
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Kevin Kropf

Kevin Kropf

Camp Pendleton,CA

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise. Innovative technology professional with several years of diverse experience. Skilled in enhancing systems and aligning technical solutions with business objectives. Proven success in leading projects from start to finish and contributing to organizational growth and success. Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance. Tech-savvy innovator with hands-on experience in emerging technologies and passion for continuous improvement. Skilled in identifying opportunities for technological enhancements and implementing effective solutions. Adept at leveraging new tools and methods to solve problems and enhance productivity. Excels in adapting to fast-paced environments and driving technological advancements.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

G2 Targeting Chief

I Marine Expeditionary Force
01.2024 - Current
  • -Liaison between the Targeting section, MEF G2 Staff, and INDOPACOM Targeting Staff.
  • -Quality check targeting packages before submitting for review.
  • -Support and advise MEF G2 Staff on Imagery and Geospatial intelligence, and targeting doctrine.

Intelligence Operations Cell GEOINT Chief / SNCOIC

1st Intelligence Battalion
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • -Supervise, develop and mentor GEOINT Marines to support personal and professional progression.
  • -Maintain daily accountability of GEOINT Marines and notify the OIC if significant events arise that may impact the Marines.
  • -Assist the manning and training of GEOINT Marines in support of operational requirements.
  • -Develop and lead a comprehensive training program for imagery analysts and coordinate with other agencies for training to ensure T&R standards are met, and Marines are prepared for exercise and deployment opportunities.
  • -Lead Marines in the GEOINT platoon; this includes the following responsibilities: Provide real-world expertise and experience to support GEOINT integration and strengthen Marines aptitude and level of preparedness. Support the analysis and production of intelligence and ensure the timely and accurate completion of RFIs
  • -Supported the personal and professional progression of 60 GEOINT Marines through daily mentorship and guidance. -Maintained administrative and daily accountability of all IOC GEOINT Marines. -Communicated with Platoon, Company, and MIG staff to ensure the platoon received support to RFIs as well as assisting the Platoon OIC and Platoon Sgt as a GEOINT SME. -Coordinated, produced, and facilitated multiple training opportunities for all GEOINT Marines to build MOS proficiency and broaden section capabilities. -Ensured the accurate and timely delivery of all GEOINT RFIs and finished products ISO IMEF and numerous subordinate commands. -Ensured all policies pertaining to security and handling of classified material were adhered to by the IOC GEOINT Section.

SOF Capabilities Specialist

1st Marine Raider Battalion
01.2017 - 01.2022
  • -Provide tailored imagery and geospatial intelligence products in support of mission planning, targeting, and execution.
  • -Analyze near real-time Full Motion Video (FMV) from unmanned aerial vehicles supporting direct action and special reconnaissance missions.
  • -Coordinate and manage geospatial collection and production requirements with adjacent and higher supporting elements.
  • -Provide Gridded Reference Graphics (GRGs) and initial phase Battle Damage Assessment (BDA).
  • -Establish and maintain deployed geospatial production systems, to include hardware, software, and required communication architecture.
  • -Assist other analysts in producing all source fusion intelligence products in support of target development, mission planning and execution.
  • -Ensure the accountability, maintenance of geospatial/imagery equipment, SL-3 components, and perform regular inspections/preventive maintenance as required.
  • -Answered 8 GEOINT RFIs, creating 16 maps, GRGs, and tailored elevation and imagery products ISO MSOC SOUTH during Operation Octave Quartz East Africa.
  • -Conducted 410 hours of FMV/SI analysis as ITC, controlling 58 flights with 5 different Theater level assets ISO MSOC SOUTH and EA targeting and collections efforts. -Initiated the collection and creation of over 88 tactical SIGINT reports using ISR.
  • -Ensured the accountability and maintenance of all GEOINT computers, equipment, SL-3 components, and classified hardware and material totaling a value of over $400,000. -Mentored and instructed three junior MSOC augments on SOCS G, ITC, and DST methods.
  • -Completed inventory and turnover of all Direct Support Team Alpha gear, equipment, and classified material valued at over 4,000,000 dollars with no discrepancies.
  • -As Company Gunnery Sergeant for Marine Raider Support Battalion S2, coordinated the disposition of GEOINT gear and maintained company training tracker, Training Effectiveness Evaluation Plan, and morning report to ensure mission accomplishment.

Imagery Analyst / Targeteer

Marine Corps Intelligence Activity
01.2014 - 01.2017
  • -Generate Joint Desired Points of Impact (JDPI) graphics on an operational and strategic level for Intelligence Community (IC) validation in accordance with the MCIA Target Material Production (TMP) Work Center (WC) SOP and the DIAI 3000.002. -Produce real-world aim-points for coordinate-seeking weapons on deliberate targets to meet time-critical mission requirements in accordance with CJCSI 3505.01. -Maintain individual monthly proficiency in all three geo-positioning methods. -Conduct Collateral Damage Estimates (CDE) in accordance with CJCSI 3160.01, and provide finished graphics to facilitate USMC target nominations for Joint Targeting Coordination Board consideration and subsequent Combined-ATO prosecution. -Perform multi-sensor imagery exploitation in order to produce tailored IMINT products to include helicopter landing zones, beach studies, port facilities, lines of communication, and airfield studies in support of MCIA intelligence requirements. -Conduct research and submit collection requirements in order to produce core target materials (CTM) in accordance with CJCSI 3370.01A and unit SOPs.
  • -Successfully completed a deployment with USSOCOM conducting an overseas diplomatic facility survey in order to provide planning data for the successful evacuation of American citizens in case of natural disasters or Noncombatant Evacuation Operations. -Developed basic, intermediate, and advanced targeting for 13 facilities ISO of III MEF USPACOM Targeting operations IOT Help lighten the workload of the III MEF TMP Cell. -Collaborated with USSOCOM leadership on the importance of, and how to integrate beach surveys; and compare them to products supplied by MCIA IOT judge and increase the accuracy of MCIA's intelligence products disseminated to the Intelligence Community. -Analyzed, produced, and quality checked numerous Landing Beach studies in support of future operations for U.S. Special Operations Command Integrated Survey Program. -Maintained proficiency in Precise Point Mensuration by dropping 48 proficiency points and creating four Technical Data Reports in all three required methods. -Currently serving as MCIA's command appointed Victim Witness Advocate Coordinator ensuring Marines are afforded their rights throughout the criminal justice process.

Imagery Analyst / Targeteer

3rd Intelligence Battalion
01.2010 - 01.2014
  • -Produce real-world aimpoints for coordinate-seeking weapons on deliberate targets to meet time-critical mission requirements in accordance with CJCSI 3505.01. -Generate Joint Desired Points of Impact (JDPI) graphics on an operational and strategic level for Intelligence Community (IC) validation in accordance with the III MEF Target Material Production (TMP) Work Center (WC) SOP and the DIAI 3000.002. -Construct precise strike packages for targeting support of organic planning efforts. -Conduct Collateral Damage Estimation (CDE) in accordance with CJCSI 3160.01, and provide finished CDE graphics to facilitate United States Marine Corps target nominations for Joint Targeting Coordination Board (JTCB) consideration and subsequent combined-ATO prosecution. -Perform certified Precise Point Mensuration (PPM) ISO Theater deliberate targeting. -Maintain individual monthly proficiencies in all three geo-positioning methods. -Conduct research and submit collection requirements in order to produce core target materials (CTM) in accordance with CJCSI 3370.01 and the PACOM JIOC CTM SOP.
  • -Successfully re-certified with the 3d Intel Bn, TMP Cell as a PPM analyst scoring the highest with all 15 aimpoints being dropped within three feet or less of the targets. -Produced 25 real-world mensurated aimpoints, created 63 JDPI and CDE graphics, conducted Quality Check (QC) on 58 targeting and CDE products, and researched over 110 real-world targets, ISO US Forces Korea (USFK) and III MEF OPLAN 5027. -As night GeoInt Chief; Managed and prioritized requests for information (RFI), supervised production of 30 production requirements and liaised with the Division staff as the GEOINT chief at 3d MARDIV G2 ISO exercise Ulichi Freedom Guardian. -Created a SharePoint website for the 3d Intel Bn TMP WC IOT disseminate targeting products throughout the entire IC and to provide guidance to new USMC TMP WCs. -Maintained monthly proficiencies in all three NGA-approved geo-positioning methods as a Strike Imagery Analyst by creating 180 aimpoints and JDPI graphics. -Continuously revised and updated TMP SOP and Desktop Procedures IOT maintain proficiency and readiness resulting in the successful recertification of the TMP WC.

Team Leader / Squad Leader / Rifleman

2nd Battalion, 2nd Marines
01.2006 - 01.2010

Education

High School Diploma -

Military Occupational Courses
USMC

Skills

  • Team Management
  • Decision-Making
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Excellent Communication
  • Good Telephone Etiquette
  • Research
  • Customer Relations
  • Microsoft Word
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Troubleshooting
  • First Aid/CPR
  • GIS Software Proficiency
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Multitasking Abilities

Combat Deployments

  • 2007, 2nd Bn, 2nd Mar, G Co. 26 MEU, Operation Iraqi Freedom
  • 2008, 2nd Bn, 2nd Mar, G Co., Operation Iraqi Freedom
  • 2019-20, 1st MRB, B Co., Operation Pacific Eagle, Phillippines
  • 2021, 1st MRB, A Co., Operation Octive Quartz, Somalia/Kenya

Awards and Decorations

  • Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal w/ 2 Gold Stars
  • Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal w/ "R" Device
  • Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal
  • Army Achievement Medal
  • Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal

Locations

  • Camp Pendleton, CA, 92055, USA
  • Orlando, FL, 12/24/86, USA

Assignments

  • 2006-2010, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marines, 0311 / Team Leader / Squad Leader / Rifleman
  • 2010, 2nd Intelligence Battalion, OJT / Student
  • 2010-2014, 3rd Intelligence Battalion, 0241 0245 / Imagery Analyst / Targeteer
  • 2014-2017, Marine Corps Intelligence Activity, 0241 0245 / Imagery Analyst / Targeteer
  • 2017-2022, 1st Marine Raider Battalion, 8071 / SOF Capabilities Specialist
  • 2022-2024, 1st Intelligence Battalion, 0241 / Intelligence Operations Cell GEOINT Chief / SNCOIC
  • 2024-Pres, I Marine Expeditionary Force G2, 0241 / G2 Targeting Chief

Certification


  • Certified Special Operations Capabilities Specialist, SOCOM
  • Certified Precise Point Mensuration Analyst, CENTCOM/PACOM
  • Certified Imagery Analyst, USMC
  • Certified Geospatial Analyst, USMC
  • Certified Advanced Infantryman, USMC

Hobbies

- Harley Rider

- Woodworking and lathing

- Life Time NBA Enthusiast  (Orlando Magic)

- Sports Card Enthusiast 

Software

Microsoft Suite

Socet GXP

Arc GIS Suite

Arc Pro Suite

QT Modeler

Google Earth

ISPY

Map of the World

Palantir GAIA

Timeline

G2 Targeting Chief

I Marine Expeditionary Force
01.2024 - Current

Intelligence Operations Cell GEOINT Chief / SNCOIC

1st Intelligence Battalion
01.2022 - 01.2024

SOF Capabilities Specialist

1st Marine Raider Battalion
01.2017 - 01.2022

Imagery Analyst / Targeteer

Marine Corps Intelligence Activity
01.2014 - 01.2017

Imagery Analyst / Targeteer

3rd Intelligence Battalion
01.2010 - 01.2014

Team Leader / Squad Leader / Rifleman

2nd Battalion, 2nd Marines
01.2006 - 01.2010

High School Diploma -

Military Occupational Courses


  • Certified Special Operations Capabilities Specialist, SOCOM
  • Certified Precise Point Mensuration Analyst, CENTCOM/PACOM
  • Certified Imagery Analyst, USMC
  • Certified Geospatial Analyst, USMC
  • Certified Advanced Infantryman, USMC

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