NICHOLAS ALFANO
Sanford,NC
Summary
Highly dedicated and results-oriented professional with over twelve years of invaluable experience within the United States Army Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) community and SOCOM. Proven expertise in collaborating with diverse stakeholders, navigating complex systems and networks, and delivering impactful intelligence products to senior leadership. Adept at leading multifaceted intelligence initiatives, consistently achieving successful outcomes in both domestic and international contexts, particularly in facilitating enemy network destruction. Possess a comprehensive skill set in imagery analysis, encompassing various imaging sensors and platforms such as Infrared, Multi Spectral, Synthetic Aperture, Hyper Spectral, and Full Motion Video (FMV). Proficient in Moving Target Indicator (MTI) analysis and geospatial data exploitation. Demonstrated ability to discern, analyze, and report on a wide range of military activities, including conventional and unconventional threats, missiles, air defense systems, installations, weapons systems, order of battle, defenses, and lines of communication. Additionally, proficient in conducting thorough physical battle damage assessments. Notably, excelled in roles as a lead FMV instructor, successfully guiding teams and classes to a remarkable 93% pass rate, and overseeing the successful progression of over 70 students.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
GEOSPATIAL INTELLIGENCE IMAGERY ANALYST
CACI
01.2018 - Current
- Leverages comprehensive expertise in all-source imagery intelligence (IMINT) and signals intelligence (SIGINT) to meticulously craft, evaluate, and disseminate analytical products directly to special operation forces (SOF) clientele within dynamic, high-pressure environments
- Specializing in rapid generation of tailored, near real-time imagery and geospatial analyses for SOCOM, covering a spectrum of critical areas including organization and equipment profiling, map interpretation, photogrammetry, imagery analysis protocols, reporting procedures, lines of communication assessment, and military equipment identification
- Proficiently processes, exploits, and shares full motion video (FMV) data from airborne sensors across tactical and National Imagery platforms in support of Global War on Terrorism and Special Forces missions, contributing to the creation of fused intelligence products
- Delivers precise and timely reporting on both conventional and unconventional military activities, installations, weapons systems, Orders of Battle, defenses, lines of communication, and conducts thorough battle damage assessments
- Demonstrates a keen aptitude for providing accurate coordinates essential for near real-time SOF mission planning, including meticulous analysis of vehicle and personnel routes to discern enemy patterns of life
- Utilizes advanced tools such as SOCET GXP to generate consolidated intelligence products offering invaluable insights into imminent threats
- In addition to operational duties, successfully fulfilled a rotation as an ISR Tactical Controller (ITC) within the AFRICOM AOR, effectively liaising with asset management to execute assigned tasks utilizing manned and unmanned assets
- Proficiently managed airspace de-confliction and coordinated with Air Traffic Control (ATC), Joint Terminal Attack Controllers (JTAC), and Fire Support Officers (FSO) to optimize ISR asset utilization for target development in future operations
- Exemplifying leadership and mentorship, led a team as the primary FMV instructor, guiding over 70 students through the course with exceptional success
- Handpicked by senior leadership for high-profile operations based on recognized expertise, proficiency, and professionalism
- Additionally, assumed responsibility for training and integrating new team members into daily PED operations and preparing personnel for the ISR Tactical Controller Course.
GEOSPATIAL INTELLIGENCE IMAGERY ANALYST
U.S. ARMY
09.2013 - 09.2019
- Consistently surpassed deadlines for critical operations within a dynamic, high OPTEMPO environment, ensuring seamless execution of mission-critical tasks
- Implemented rigorous quality control measures for a team of analysts, meticulously adhering to standard operating procedures to uphold the highest standards of accuracy and efficiency
- As a Subject Matter Expert (SME), conducted comprehensive training sessions on the application of geospatial tools, statistical analysis of analyst products, and devised matrices to streamline the estimated completion timeline for deliverables
- Delivered engaging briefings to over 100 distinguished VIPs, including field and general grade officers, showcasing a talent for clear and impactful communication
- Expertly analyzed Full Motion Video (FMV) imagery sourced from both manned and unmanned platforms for INSCOM and CENTCOM, while proficiently generating, editing, and disseminating GETS reports and imagery products
- Leveraged a suite of advanced tools including ArcGIS, Terra Explorer, Socet GXP, Google Earth, GETS, Microsoft Office, and MiRC to enhance exploitation and dissemination efforts
- Served as a trusted authority on the MQ-1, MQ-9, MC-12, and Hunter platforms, drawing from extensive experience as a screener/Imagery Analyst (IA) to impart technical expertise on full motion imagery systems to fellow analysts
- This initiative significantly enhanced their comprehension of system capabilities and limitations, thereby optimizing operational effectiveness
- Distinguished as one of only two Army instructors within the company, entrusted with imparting comprehensive training on analytical tradecraft, software navigation, cultural insights relevant to operational areas, effective communication protocols, and best practices for intelligence product development and dissemination
- This role underscored my commitment to knowledge transfer and professional development within the team.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Intelligence Studies
AMERICAN MILITARY UNIVERSITY
Charles Town, WV05.2023
GEOSPATIAL INTELLIGENCE IMAGERY ANALYST SCHOOL -
U.S. Army
Fort Huachuca, AZ08.2014
Skills
- Supervisor experience
- Adapt to high-tempo work environments
- Attention to Detail
- Lethal/Non-lethal targeting
- AIMES, ITK, VIDEX, IKENA, MIRC, GAIA
- Intelligence research/analysis
- Briefing and customer relations
- ISR coordination cell support
- Instructor and evaluator experience
- Technical/military terminology
- Threat assessment/security analysis
- Target analysis/network development
- Research/investigation/trend determination
- Intelligence processing exploitation and dissemination (PED)
- Satellite Imagery Analysis
- Military operations
Clearance
Active TS/SCI clearance
Awards & Certifications
- 12/2023, PRIVATE PILOTS LICENSE
- 11/2019, ISR TACTICAL CONTROLLER (ITC) CERTIFICATION, SOCOM
- 11/2019, SERE 425 CERTIFICATION, SOCOM
- 03/2017, JOINT SERVICE ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL (JSAM), SOCOM
- 12/2015, FULL MOTION VIDEO (FMV) CERTIFICATION, SOCOM
References
- JARED JONES, CONTRACT LEAD, CACI, (910) 624-8121
- ENRIQUE GARZA, GG-13, DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY, (305) 726-5379
- CHRISTOPHER FONTENOT, TEAM LEAD, SMX, (337) 693-3561
Timeline
GEOSPATIAL INTELLIGENCE IMAGERY ANALYST
CACI
01.2018 - Current
GEOSPATIAL INTELLIGENCE IMAGERY ANALYST
U.S. ARMY
09.2013 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Intelligence Studies
AMERICAN MILITARY UNIVERSITY
GEOSPATIAL INTELLIGENCE IMAGERY ANALYST SCHOOL -
U.S. Army
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