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Makayla Alston

Colorado Springs,South Carolina

Summary

Results-driven U.S. Army commissioned officer and computer science graduate with 3–5 years in operational support and financial auditing. Led coordination of organizational requirements and regulatory compliance in mission-focused environments. Managed stakeholder communications and prioritized competing tasks. Active security clearance supporting government and defense programs.

Overview

1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

74A Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclea

UNITED STATES ARMY
Colorado Springs, Colorado
01.2024 - 01.2027
  • Coordinated planning and execution of CBRN defense operations, encompassing reconnaissance, hazard assessment, and decontamination activities to enhance mission effectiveness.
  • Apply risk management principles to identify potential hazards, assess operational considerations, and support informed decision-making.
  • Collaborate with leaders, staff sections, and external stakeholders to communicate requirements, facilitate coordination, and address operational needs.
  • Prepare and maintain comprehensive reports, correspondence, and briefings to ensure leadership had timely access to critical information for informed decision-making.
  • Coordinate operational requirements, administrative activities, and organizational priorities in support of mission readiness and unit objectives.
  • Coordinate competing priorities, track requirements, and support the timely completion of assigned tasks.
  • Maintain accountability and follow applicable military policies, procedures, and operational standards.
  • Communicate complex information clearly to diverse audiences in a structured, high-accountability environment.

Financial Auditing

United States Military
Colorado Springs, Colorado
06.2025 - 01.2027

Audit Professional[July 2025 – January 2027]

  • Reviewed financial records and supporting documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable requirements.
  • Identified financial discrepancies and documentation gaps in records.
  • Organize audit-related records and maintain documentation to support traceability, accountability, and reporting.
  • Communicate documentation requests, findings, and follow-up requirements to relevant stakeholders.
  • Supported review of financial processes and internal controls to uncover opportunities for improved accuracy and compliance.
  • Handle financial information professionally and maintain appropriate confidentiality when working with sensitive records.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Benedict College
Columbia, SC
12-2023

Skills

  • CBRN hazard assessment
  • Decontamination procedures
  • Reconnaissance operations
  • Risk management
  • Financial Auditor
  • Compliance assessment
  • Resource management
  • Analytical thinking
  • Problem resolution
  • Team coordination
  • Time management
  • Leadership oversight
  • Crisis communication
  • Detail orientation

Certification

  • Operational Security Officer
  • Public Affairs Officer
  • Financial Auditing

Timeline

Financial Auditing

United States Military
06.2025 - 01.2027

74A Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclea

UNITED STATES ARMY
01.2024 - 01.2027

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Benedict College
Makayla Alston