McKenzie Beery
Grovetown,GA
Summary
Skilled multitasker with superior work ethic and good teamwork, problem-solving and organizational skills. Willing to take on any task to help team. Reliable and dedicated team player with hardworking and resourceful approach.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ISR Training NCOIC
USAF
01.2022 - Current
- Streamlined office processes for improved efficiency and time management through regular organization and filing.
- Conducted research for various projects, leading to well-informed decisions and successful outcomes.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to enhance skill set, contributing to overall intern growth and potential future employment prospects.
- Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing data analysis findings, informing key decision-makers of important trends and patterns.
- Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries, ensuring a high level of satisfaction among clientele.
- Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Utilized strong communication abilities during presentations which led to increased understanding among colleagues regarding project goals and objectives.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Collaborated effectively with team members across departments, fostering a cohesive work environment conducive to accomplishing shared objectives.
- Prepared written summaries of meeting discussions to ensure clear communication throughout the team while promoting accountability for action items.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
- Collaborated with senior management on new initiatives to build confidence.
- Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff.
- Provided project progress updates and proposed solutions to issues.
- Maintained accurate records and documentation of projects to inform stakeholders of progress and updates.
- Facilitated successful completion of projects from concept to launch.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Developed and updated tracking spreadsheets for process monitoring and reporting.
- Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
Cryptologic Language Analyst
USAF
09.2018 - 12.2021
- Enhanced language analysis capabilities by providing comprehensive translations and interpretations of foreign communications.
- Supported intelligence operations by transcribing, translating, and analyzing critical information from intercepted signals.
- Contributed to the development of mission-specific training materials for new analysts, ensuring a thorough understanding of language-related tasks.
- Improved operational efficiency by maintaining up-to-date knowledge on relevant foreign languages, dialects, and cultural trends.
- Streamlined workflow processes by creating customized databases for tracking and managing linguist resources and assignments.
- Evaluated incoming signals for potential threats or valuable intelligence, prioritizing information for further analysis or dissemination.
- Assisted in the identification of high-value targets through meticulous analysis of foreign language communications and metadata.
- Provided real-time translation support during high-stakes operations, enabling effective communication between team members and foreign counterparts.
- Enhanced team performance through ongoing mentorship and training focused on improving linguistic proficiency among junior analysts.
- Kept abreast of technological advancements impacting the field of language analysis, implementing new tools as appropriate to optimize work processes.
- Mitigated security risks by adhering to strict protocols governing the handling of classified materials during all stages of the analytical process.
- Leveraged expert knowledge of target languages to develop realistic scenarios for simulation-based training exercises, preparing analysts for real-world challenges.
- Kept up-to-date on mission objectives by researching intelligence targets to understand significance in geopolitical context.
- Analyzed, transcribed and translated key foreign intelligence information from Arabic into English for use by tactical and national strategic decision makers.
- Collaborated with NSA and other security analysts to research and report intercepted intelligence for appropriate departments and personnel.
Linguist Supervisor
USAF
07.2020 - 01.2021
- Assisted clients in refining professional writing skills, resulting in higher quality documents and reports.
- Reviewed work of other linguists for accuracy of content and quality of written expression.
- Quickly scanned and processed large amounts of material in translated English to produce clear, concise reports.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Championed continuous improvement efforts within the organization by promoting best practices for processes, tools, or technologies.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
- Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
- Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals.
- Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Developed and updated tracking spreadsheets for process monitoring and reporting.
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Arabic - Modern Standard
Defense Language Institute
Monterey, CA03.2023
Associate of Arts - Iraqi Arabic
Defense Language Institute
Monterey, CA04.2018
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Arkansas State University - Beebe
Beebe, AR05.2015
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Arkansas State University - Beebe
Beebe, AR05.2015
Skills
- Meeting Coordination
- Report Writing
- Clerical Support
- Research
- Project Support
- Scheduling
- Presentations
- Spreadsheet tracking
- Workflow Optimization
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Client Relationships
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Administrative tasks
- Multitasking and Organization
- Research and analysis
- Attention to Detail
- Arabic Fluency
- Public Speaking
- Project Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Quick Learner
- Problem-Solving
- Goal-oriented mindset
- Professionalism and Etiquette
- Project Planning
- Multitasking Abilities
- Self Motivation
- Task Prioritization
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Written Communication
- Time management abilities
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Analytical Thinking
- Excellent Communication
- Adaptability
- Professionalism
Accomplishments
Honors Program - ASU Beebe
Dean's List - Defense Language Institute
Air and Space Achievement Medal
Air and Space Commendation Medal
Proficient in reading, writing, and speaking Arabic
Certification
BLS
NSA Adjunct Faculty
Affiliations
- USAF
Languages
Arabic
Professional Working
Timeline
ISR Training NCOIC
USAF
01.2022 - Current
Linguist Supervisor
USAF
07.2020 - 01.2021
Cryptologic Language Analyst
USAF
09.2018 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Arabic - Modern Standard
Defense Language Institute
Associate of Arts - Iraqi Arabic
Defense Language Institute
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Arkansas State University - Beebe
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Arkansas State University - Beebe