Matthew Martino
Washington,DC
Summary
Strategic leader and skilled communicator with a Top Secret/SCI Clearance and approximately 8 years of U.S. Coast Guard experience in the Intelligence Community (IC) with a focus in Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT). Mission-driven with a proven track record of applying advanced research and analysis skills to identify potential threats. Works collaboratively in high-pressure situations. Proficient in geographical information systems (GIS) as well as interpreting multiple data sources for analysis. Very experienced briefer communicating complex concepts and unique analyses. Demonstrated adaptability, collaboration, and sound judgement in high-tempo and time-critical environments. Instinctive ability to anticipate and define problem areas and implement strategies in order to manage risk and increase growth opportunities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Ice Analyst / Operational Intelligence Lead
U.S. National / Naval Ice Center (USNIC)
Suitland, MD
07.2020 - 06.2024
- Led a diverse team of senior maritime subject matter experts supporting multiple Director of National Intelligence request's for intelligence analysis on high priority classified, national security Arctic problem-set
- Demonstrated experience using intelligence analysis tools and databases to conduct in-depth research and produce analytic products based on all sources of information
- Co-authored, “Polar class ship accessibility to Arctic seas north of the Bering Strait in a decade of variable sea-ice conditions” peer-reviewed and published in Frontiers Journal. Highlighting the variability of the Arctic over the last decade using historical data gathered from the USNIC and utilizing Polaris Code to determine sea ice accessibility for ice hardened vessels derived from the USNIC's weekly analysis classifying and characterizing sea ice
- Incorporated python scripts, in order to generate historical sea ice statistical data that identifies the variability of Arctic sea ice conditions over a 10 year period as well as determines sea ice accessibility for military and civilian ice hardened vessels
- Spearheaded multiple briefs to higher echelons of Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command (CNMOC) on the capabilities of the command and provided them with situational and environmental awareness/intelligence surrounding the Arctic and Antarctica
- Delivered high profile intelligence brief to Senior Staff member of Senator King's office highlighting the USNIC's scientific support and domain awareness
- Utilized geographical information systems (GIS) to display data sources, perform standardized analysis and manipulate data to answer user questions regarding sea ice parameters, developing professional graphics
- Compiled, analyzed, and interpreted multiple data sources to produce high quality ice analyses and ice forecasts in digital or message format on a global, regional, and tactical scale using standardized meteorological symbology
- Interpreted visible, infrared, synthetic aperture radar, and passive microwave sensor data to identify select environmental features daily
- Created a product that synthesized physical science and foreign military analysis into a quad-sealed Arctic Environment Accessibility product that presented U.S government leaders and allies a one-of-a-kind Arctic maritime domain threat perspective
- Developed products chosen by Senior Intelligence Community leaders over multiple impressive submissions for briefing at a multi-lateral Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI)-hosted Arctic Intelligence Forum
- Received high accolades due to intelligence products created, resulting in being hand selected by the Arctic community of interest to brief at the ODNI Maritime Intelligence Strategy Board (MISB) composed of Flag/SES leaders from 12 intelligence and non-title 50 agencies charged with facilitating interagency intelligence planning for maritime domain
- Executed critical intelligence support for Canadian Special Operations Forces Command (CANSOFCOM) operations, providing environmental and sea ice data which ensured operational success
- Received personal accolades from CANSOFCOM Admiral for high level of accuracy and timeliness of support
- Initiated weekly Intelligence Summaries (INTSUMs) in order to maintain operational flow and situational awareness of ongoing political and environmental events within the Area of Responsibility (AOR) of the command.
Collection Manager/ Senior Imagery Analyst
Maritime Intelligence Fusion Center Atlantic (MIFC LANT)
Virginia Beach, VA
12.2018 - 07.2020
- Leveraged the Minotaur Mission System to conduct post-natural disaster damage assessment of U.S. critical infrastructure and key resources (CIKR)
- Integrated satellite imagery to help provide District 1, District 5, and District 7 of environmental impacts to critical infrastructure due to extreme weather conditions. This support helped decision makers make essential decisions to minimize damage
- Formulated collection plans for Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and USCG during a Haiti migrant crisis during COVID-19
- These collection plans helped direct assets from both entities gather on Areas of Interest (AOIs) as well as Vessels of Interest (VOIs). With the collection plans in place, over 1,000 individual images were taken of new and old VOI locations
- The organization and efficiency of these collection plans directly impacted the success for interdicting migrants and drugs
- Initiated a system to analyze and categorize all imagery that was being collected during a Haiti migrant crisis
- Created multiple Microsoft Excel spreadsheets to keep track of images as well as identifying specific images that had key elements of interest which greatly contributed to the success rate of the mission
- Ordered multiple National Technical Means (NTM) of satellite imagery to provide higher understanding of activity for high priority classified missions
- Exploited NGA Map and ArcGIS to provide Coast Guard Investigative Service (CGIS) with a link analysis of an ongoing case that gave them the tools to have a successful mission in an attempted murder case.
Intelligence Watch Analyst (IWA)
Maritime Intelligence Fusion Center Atlantic (MIFC LANT)
Virginia Beach, VA
06.2018 - 12.2018
- Provided decision makers with real time intelligence for vessels that were participating in illicit activities involving illegal fishing and/or narcotics using Electronics Intelligence (ELINT)
- Produced exceptional intelligence to the Commanding Officer (CO) while on board a U.S Coast Guard Cutter resulting in over 100 migrants being detained while also conducting 04 individual Field Intelligence Reports (FIRs) that guided decision makers with operational intelligence of Haiti's migration status
- Coordinated directly across multiple intelligence agencies to help track and monitor VOIs. This established relationships ultimately resulting in the second largest drug seizure in the Port of New York/Newark and the largest in nearly 25 years. In total, approximately 3,200 pounds (1455 kilograms) of cocaine with an estimated street value of approximately $77,000,000 was seized
- Created over 300 intelligence support products for USCG District 1, 5, 7, and 9 that included counterdrug, illegal fishing, search and rescue, and counter terrorism
- Briefed the Vice Admiral and his command staff of Coast Guard Atlantic Area (LANTAREA) on a frequent basis, providing situational intelligence for ongoing classified missions.
Adjudicator
USCG Security Center (SECCEN)
Chesapeake, VA
01.2018 - 06.2018
- Performed flawlessly to prepare all pending cases in the interim adjudication queue with required Direct Access reports, Coast Guard Business Intelligence (CGBI) reports, Data Facts, credit reports, and Local Agency and Law Enforcement Checks (LALEC) for each case
- Successfully increased operational flow due to unrelenting efforts that resulted in a streamline process which curtailed a critical queue from over 120 pending adjudication cases to a daily average of 10 cases, reducing the processing lead time from 30 days to 5 days
- Diligently prepared over 100 military cases for adjudication with Direct Access reports, CGBI reports and LALEC checks in preparation for two anticipated government shut downs (furloughs), three scheduled and unscheduled Field Activity Tracking Systems (FACTS) outages, circumventing substantial loss of adjudicator productivity
- Significantly assisted in reduction of longstanding military adjudications from over 3,500 cases pending final adjudication to under 1,500 cases by effectively adjudicating limited issue cases for peer review conducted by senior SECCEN personnel
- Acquired certification for Command Security Officer (CSO) and Advanced National Security Training extending outside of required field of knowledge and rating.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Intelligence, Intelligence Studies
American Military University
01.2025
Skills
Attention to Detail
Superior interpersonal skills
Intelligence Analysis
Adaptability
National security understanding
Analytical Thinking
Experienced Briefer
GIMS Certified
Organizational Management
Timeline
Ice Analyst / Operational Intelligence Lead
U.S. National / Naval Ice Center (USNIC)
07.2020 - 06.2024
Collection Manager/ Senior Imagery Analyst
Maritime Intelligence Fusion Center Atlantic (MIFC LANT)
12.2018 - 07.2020
Intelligence Watch Analyst (IWA)
Maritime Intelligence Fusion Center Atlantic (MIFC LANT)
06.2018 - 12.2018
Adjudicator
USCG Security Center (SECCEN)
01.2018 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Intelligence, Intelligence Studies
American Military University
Certificates And Training
- Intelligence Specialist “A” School 2017, Training Center (TRACEN) Yorktown, Yorktown, VA
- Apprentice Leadership Program (ALP) 2017, Training Center (TRACEN) Yorktown, Yorktown, VA
- Command Security Officer (CSO) 2018, USCG Security Center, Chesapeake, VA
- Advanced National Security Training 2018, USCG Security Center, Chesapeake, VA
- Fundamentals of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) 2018, Maritime Intelligence Fusion Center (MIFC LANT), Virginia Beach, VA
- Intelligence Watch Analyst Qualification (IWA) 2018, Maritime Intelligence Fusion Center (MIFC LANT), Virginia Beach, VA
- Geospatial Information Management System (GIMS) 2018, NGA College East, Springfield, VA
- Ice Analyst Qualification 2021, U.S. National/Naval Ice Center, Suitland, MD
- Leadership and Management School (LAMS) 2022, USCG Head Quarters, Washington D.C
- Command Duty Officer (CDO) 2023, U.S. National/Naval Ice Center, Suitland, MD