Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
LANGUAGES
Hobbies and Interests
Training
LINKS
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Interests
Timeline
background-images
Pedro Israel Orta

Pedro Israel Orta

Tulsa,OK

Summary

National Security and Defense Intelligence Professional with two decades of experience in counterterrorism and security operations and analysis. Demonstrates a unique ability to leverage civil-military affairs and strategic planning to enhance threat mitigation through innovative solutions and advanced analytical skills. Committed to safeguarding global communities and driving impactful security initiatives, focusing on collaboration and strategic leadership.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

AUTHOR AND EXECUTIVE PRODUCER

Pedro Israel Orta Productions, LLC
01.2019 - Current
  • Wrote and self-published "The Broken Whistle: A Deep State Run Amok," my memoir as an 18-year Central Intelligence Agency veteran and whistleblower.
  • Conducted significant research into the art of writing and publishing a memoir, resulting in the production of a book that was professionally edited through a rigorous copyediting and proofreading process.
  • Led efforts to produce the documentary "Deep State Gangsters" by recruiting three other whistleblowers to tell their story alongside mine, with color commentary by two experts who provide context to the meaning of the stories.
  • Oversaw end-to-end production process to ensure the delivery of high-quality content while optimizing resource allocation for maximum impact.

LICENSED AND ORDAINED MINISTER

Pedro Israel Orta Evangelistic Association
05.1991 - Current
  • A licensed minister since May 1991 with the Evangelical Church Alliance out of Bradley, Illinois.
  • President of a 501c3 since November 2020, focused on an evangelistic message.
  • Producer and voice of the Voice of Righteousness Broadcast/Podcast.
  • Graduate of the Christ for all Nations (CfaN) Evangelism Bootcamp Spring 2021 with two months of missionary evangelism time in Mbeya, Tanzania, from April to June 2021.
  • Ordained through CfaN and a member of the CfaN Global Evangelism Alliance.
  • A May 2023 graduate of Rhema Bible Training College of Tulsa, Oklahoma.

TECHNICAL OPERATIONS OFFICER

Central Intelligence Agency
06.2017 - 01.2019
  • GS-13 Technical biometrics collections and analysis position to counter international terrorism threats.
  • Conducted advanced biometric collection and analysis to combat international terrorism, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and methodologies for enhanced threat detection.
  • Spearheaded critical technical operations, significantly improving data collection processes and contributing to successful counterterrorism initiatives.

INSPECTOR

Inspector General for the Intelligence Community
09.2015 - 04.2017
  • GS-14 Position Rotational Assignment to the Office of the Inspector General for the Intelligence Community. Conducted comprehensive evaluations to increase operational efficiency for the Intelligence Community.
  • Worked as part of a team conducting inspections of Intelligence Community issues of significant importance for the Director of National Intelligence and Congressional Oversight Committees.

DEPUTY CHIEF OF BASE

Central Intelligence Agency
12.2014 - 03.2015
  • GS-14 Position - Directed liaison operations between the State Department, the U.S. Military, and the Intelligence Community, enhancing interagency collaboration and optimizing critical information flow.

TECHNICAL TARGETING OPERATIONS

Central Intelligence Agency
03.2011 - 12.2014
  • GS-14 Position led technical CT security issues to counter al-Qaida in the Middle East with seven months in the field and led technical CT security issues in the Mediterranean area to counter European-bound terrorists with four months of service in the field. Spearheaded critical field operations, yielding actionable intelligence and measurable improvements in threat detection and prevention capabilities.
  • Pioneered advanced targeting techniques, revolutionizing the approach to countering evolving terrorist threats and significantly enhancing operational effectiveness.
  • Fostered inter-agency partnerships, facilitating seamless information exchange and coordinated responses to high-stakes security challenges.
  • Received two exceptional performance awards and two CIA-wide nominations for outstanding collaboration efforts.

COUNTERINTELLIGENCE OPERATIONS

Central Intelligence Agency
01.2010 - 02.2011
  • GS-13 Position - Conducted comprehensive counterintelligence operations, analyzing complex data to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities for a CIA warzone base in Afghanistan.
  • Led strategic counterintelligence initiatives, successfully mitigating risks and enhancing overall security posture for critical agency assets and operations.
  • Fostered inter-agency partnerships, coordinating joint counterintelligence efforts to effectively address complex, multi-faceted security challenges.
  • Executed meticulous counterintelligence protocols, ensuring rigorous adherence to operational security measures.

TARGETING OPERATIONS OFFICER

Central Intelligence Agency
09.2007 - 10.2009
  • GS-14 Position extensively advising senior leaders of the host country to combat terrorism. Led high-stakes targeting operations, advising senior host country leaders on counterterrorism strategies. Developed innovative approaches to complex security challenges.
  • Cultivated robust partnerships with host nation officials, facilitating seamless intelligence sharing.
  • Led critical counterterrorism operations, advising host country leaders on strategic initiatives, pioneering novel approaches to intricate security issues, significantly improving operational effectiveness. Implemented cutting-edge targeting methodologies.

CHIEF OF A BRANCH

Central Intelligence Agency
07.2004 - 08.2006
  • GS-14 Position with extensive senior liaison duties with the U.S. Military and other government agencies. Led high-level liaison operations with U.S. Military and interagency partners, fostering critical relationships and enhancing national security objectives.
  • Spearheaded initiatives that significantly enhanced information sharing, leading to measurable improvements in mission success rates.
  • Cultivated strong partnerships with diverse stakeholders, facilitating seamless coordination on sensitive national security matters.
  • Led high-level liaison operations with U.S. Military and interagency partners, enhancing national security objectives and fostering critical relationships.
  • Earned five exceptional performance awards during my time in Iraq, spearheading interagency collaboration efforts for all CIA operations in Iraq.

COUNTERDRUG ANALYST

Central Intelligence Agency
07.2000 - 07.2004
  • GS-13 Position - Led all counterdrug analytic efforts for the Central American and Caribbean region, writing different types of policy-related analytical products, including several Presidents' Daily Briefs and dozens of briefings to senior U.S. and foreign policymakers.
  • Crafted meticulously researched reports on drug trafficking trends, contributing to strategic policy formulation and implementation.
  • Pioneered new analytical methodologies, significantly improving the accuracy and relevance of intelligence assessments on drug trafficking networks.
  • Spearheaded counterdrug intelligence efforts for Central America and the Caribbean, delivering critical insights to top policymakers and shaping strategic decisions.
  • Developed groundbreaking analytical methods, enhancing the accuracy of drug trafficking network assessments and revolutionizing intelligence-gathering processes.
  • Earned one exceptional performance award for analytical efforts with significant impact on mission needs of delivering finished intelligence products for senior officials.

MIAMI BRANCH OFFICE MANAGER

Floral Resources/Hawaii, Inc.
06.1999 - 07.2000
  • Managed Miami branch operations for Floral Resources/Hawaii, overseeing all activities east of Mississippi. Expanded product line of tropical flowers from Central America and Hawaii.
  • Enhanced supply chain efficiency for perishable tropical flowers from Central America and Hawaii.
  • Led a team to optimize logistics, ensuring timely delivery of delicate floral products.
  • Implemented strategies to improve customer satisfaction and retention across the region.

SENIOR SALES REPRESENTATIVE

International Floral Corporation and Flower Transfer, Inc
06.1997 - 06.1999
  • Initially, I was the senior sales representative for International Floral Corporation (IFC), a subsidiary of Van's Inc., a prominent Chicago-based floral wholesaler serving the US Mid-West States. IFC was the floral importer of fresh-cut flowers from South America and Central America, which were sold to U.S. floral wholesalers and Van's Wholesalers.
  • Clients were dispersed throughout the U.S., with numerous in the Northeastern U.S., South, Mid-West, and Western states, and served as the Senior Sales Representative servicing a diverse client base of American, Italian, Israeli, Dutch, and Polish nationalities.
  • Midway through my tenure, Flower Transfer Inc. purchased IFC, transferring all operations as a subsidiary for Delaware Valley Wholesale Flowers Inc. from Sewell, New Jersey.

SALES REPRESENTATIVE

U.S. Floral Corporation
08.1996 - 06.1997
  • Sales of imported premium Ecuadorean cut roses to floral wholesalers in the Northeastern U.S. States - Virginia, District of Colombia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Delaware, New York, Connecticut, Vermont, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Maine.
  • I purposefully chose to work in the Floral Import and Sales industry in Miami since it is conveniently located near Florida International University and it had hours that would allow for continued university education after work hours. As such, I cold-called and knocked on doors until I landed an offer from one of the floral import companies with a manager who was impressed with my persistent and tenacious attitude to find a position in this industry.
  • Took a dormant account portfolio and exponentially increased sales of premium Ecuadorean roses across 12 Northeastern states.

U.S. ARMY RESERVES CIVIL AFFAIRS BATTALION

U.S. Army Reserves
03.1995 - 02.1996
  • 478th Civil Affairs Battalion located in Perrine, Florida, in South Florida. Short enlistment because of a training physical injury accident that led to an honorable discharge.
  • Command Sergeant Major Jesse B. Davis wrote the following letter regarding my service in his unit: "To whom it may concern, It is an honor to write this letter of recommendation for Mr. Orta. I had the distinct privilege of working with him for five months while he was attached to the Holding Detachment, Headquarters and Service Company, 1st Armor Training Brigade. During this time I served as the Company First Sergeant and Mr. Orta worked for me as a Personnel Action Center Clerk (PAC), respectively. He is hard working, intelligent, self-motivated individual who eagerly seeks more responsibility. From 29 September 1995 to 22 February 1996 Mr. Orta was a valuable asset to the PAC. He worked hard to ensure that the PAC maintained its excellent reputation in assisting the soldiers of H&S Company. He prepared the morning status report that assisted me in keeping 100% accountability of over 140 soldiers assigned and attached to the company. He typed leave forms and managed the company's leave and pass program. He typed awards. Non Commissioned Officer Evaluation Reports, memorandum for the Company Commander, and always had a great attitude with everything that he did. Mr. Orta thrives on responsibility. He has often taken charge in the absence of orders. He displays a mature sense of judgment not often found in soldiers of his rank. He always takes the initiative. You can count on him to complete the mission. I would not hesitate to work with Mr. Orta again. I trust him implicitly. He carries my strongest recommendation for any position of leadership in the personnel/administrative field. Any organization can only grow and benefit from the performance of this fine individual. Sincerely, Jesse B. Davis, Command Sergeant Major US Army."

SALES ACCOUNT MANAGER

BellSouth Mobility D C S
06.1993 - 11.1994
  • Sales and account management in the cellular telecommunications field.
  • The company provided training, and the rest was for me to go out and find clients. Extensive cold calling in person and via telephone, knocking on doors, attending networking functions, and using personal networks to develop new clients. Fast-moving business environment requiring long hours to include weekend work. This was a seven-day-a-week job in which I thrived.
  • I hit the ground running, making quota the first month and thereafter exceeding quota to the point that by the end of the second quarter (six months), I had attained sales results of 200 percent of quota, the first person to do so. My efforts led to the top sales award for consecutive quarters and the top 20 percent company-wide award for successive quarters.
  • Eventually, after years of sales, it was time for me to focus on finding a way to get back to undergraduate school work. As such, I departed this job, signed up for U.S. Military service, and developed a plan to move forward.

ASSOCIATE PASTOR AND ADMINISTRATOR

Ministerio de Jesus
01.1992 - 11.1994
  • Volunteer position as the church administrator. Responsible for all technical sound room operations, the ushers, greeters, nursery workers, and children's ministry members, and assisted the pastors as necessary. This included leading the church services, counseling, and ministering to the members.
  • After two years of working seven days a week between the sales profession and church ministry, I concluded that my number one priority needed to be getting back to school to complete my college education. As such, when I resigned from Bellsouth Mobility, I also resigned from this church position, charting a course to move forward.
  • Before my departure, I was ordained as a minister by Faith Christian Fellowship out of Tulsa, Oklahoma, by Buddy and Pat Harrison.

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

Hunt-Wesson Inc., a Division of ConAgra Foods
05.1992 - 06.2000
  • Account management and service of wholesalers, chain stores, and individual retail grocery supermarkets, representing the product brands for the company.
  • An independent sales position that required territory management; implementation of marketing, distribution, and display plans; negotiation of distribution, prices, product positioning, quantities, and advertisements; front-line marketing functions; sales forecasting; and strategic planning.
  • Achievements and Awards in Hunt-Wesson: Winner of the prestigious Hunt Club Award for the Jacksonville District 1993; nominated as the Jacksonville District Tomato-Rama MVP Jacksonville District 1993; blew away quotas by 108%, 268%, 338%, and 271%. Received letters of recognition from the Jacksonville District Manager and Southern Division Director Account management and service of wholesalers, chain stores, and individual retail grocery supermarkets, representing the product brands for the company.

ACCOUNT MANAGER AND SALES REPRESENTATIVE

Tropicana
08.1989 - 05.1992
  • Account management and service of wholesalers, chain stores, and individual retail grocery supermarkets, representing the complete line of Tropicana products.
  • An independent outside sales position requiring territory management; implementation of marketing, distribution, and display plans; negotiation of distribution, prices, product positioning, quantities, and advertisements; front-line marketing functions; sales forecasting; and strategic planning.
  • I received a letter of recognition from the Vice-President of National Retail Sales, John O'Connell: "I had the opportunity to visit some of the stores in your area this week and wanted to take a moment to thank you for an outstanding performance. Not only did each manager know you, but they each spoke very highly of you. Pedro, many companies have fine products and great marketing plans, but few have the super star talent like Pedro Orta, and we all know people make the big difference. Peter and others have shared with me not only your talent, but your unending dedication to get the job done. On behalf of everyone at Tropicana, thank you for those many, many extra hours and successful devotion you have put into your everyday work schedule. because of Pedro Orta and other talented Tropicana people, we will continue to grow and strengthen our #1 position." Signed on 9 November 1990.

PRODUCE BUYER AND ACCOUNT MANAGER

Associated Grocers of Florida
08.1986 - 08.1989
  • Purchasing and sales of citrus fruits, vegetables, tomatoes, potatoes, onions, fresh fruits, plants, and holiday nuts. I was the product manager for the aforementioned perishable commodities. Total purchasing dollar volume responsibilities exceeded $2 million per year.
  • Responsible for inventory control, quality control, weekly advertisements, and the entire buying operation as needed; very successful at increasing sales and profitability, such as more than a ten-fold increase in sales of citrus products.

Education

Master of Arts - Security Policy Studies

The George Washington University Elliott School of International Affairs
Washington, DC
05.2002

Bachelor of Arts - International Relations and Political Science

Florida International University
12.1999

Associate of Arts - Economics

Miami Dade Community College
Miami, FL
12.1989

Skills

  • Counterterrorism (Experienced)
  • Counterintelligence (Experienced)
  • Security (Experienced)
  • Threat Mitigation (Experienced)
  • Civil-Military Affairs (Experienced)
  • Program Management (Experienced)
  • Analysis (Expert)
  • Field Operations (Experienced)
  • Strategic Planning (Experienced)
  • Publishing (Skillful)
  • Movie Production (Skillful)

Certification

  • Weapons Certified by the CIA for M4 and Pistol for 15 years - 2003 to 2018.
  • Myers-Briggs Type Inventory Type - ISFJ.
  • Clifton Top Five: 1) Achiever, 2) Deliberative, 3) Belief, 4) Learner, and 5) Responsibility.
  • CIA Operations Officer Certification
  • CIA Analyst Certification

LANGUAGES

English (Native)
Spanish (Native)

Hobbies and Interests

Astronomy, astrophotography, landscape and outdoor photography, hiking

Training

  • OVERSEAS PERSONAL SECURITY AND HIGH-PERFORMANCE DRIVING - Aug 2014 - Central Intelligence Agency
  • FIELD COMMANDERS TRAINING - Apr 2014 - Central Intelligence Agency
  • HIGH THREAT ASSET MEETING COURSE - Aug 2007 - Central Intelligence Agency
  • OPERATIONS OFFICER CERTIFICATION COURSE - Feb 2007 - Jun 2007 - Central Intelligence Agency
  • OVERSEAS PERSONAL SECURITY AND HIGH-PERFORMANCE DRIVING - Aug 2003 - Central Intelligence Agency
  • CIA CAREER ANALYST PROGRAM (CAP) 13 GRADUATE - Oct 2002 - May 2003 - Central Intelligence Agency

LINKS

  • Personal Website: www.pedroisraelorta.com
  • Book: www.brokenwhistlebook.com
  • Movie: www.deepstategangsters.com
  • Photography Portfolio Viewbug: www.viewbug.com
  • 500px Photography Portfolio: 500px.com

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Ordained Christian Minister

Interests

  • Outdoor Recreation
  • Hiking
  • Photography
  • Astronomy

Timeline

AUTHOR AND EXECUTIVE PRODUCER

Pedro Israel Orta Productions, LLC
01.2019 - Current

TECHNICAL OPERATIONS OFFICER

Central Intelligence Agency
06.2017 - 01.2019

INSPECTOR

Inspector General for the Intelligence Community
09.2015 - 04.2017

DEPUTY CHIEF OF BASE

Central Intelligence Agency
12.2014 - 03.2015

TECHNICAL TARGETING OPERATIONS

Central Intelligence Agency
03.2011 - 12.2014

COUNTERINTELLIGENCE OPERATIONS

Central Intelligence Agency
01.2010 - 02.2011

TARGETING OPERATIONS OFFICER

Central Intelligence Agency
09.2007 - 10.2009

CHIEF OF A BRANCH

Central Intelligence Agency
07.2004 - 08.2006

COUNTERDRUG ANALYST

Central Intelligence Agency
07.2000 - 07.2004

MIAMI BRANCH OFFICE MANAGER

Floral Resources/Hawaii, Inc.
06.1999 - 07.2000

SENIOR SALES REPRESENTATIVE

International Floral Corporation and Flower Transfer, Inc
06.1997 - 06.1999

SALES REPRESENTATIVE

U.S. Floral Corporation
08.1996 - 06.1997

U.S. ARMY RESERVES CIVIL AFFAIRS BATTALION

U.S. Army Reserves
03.1995 - 02.1996

SALES ACCOUNT MANAGER

BellSouth Mobility D C S
06.1993 - 11.1994

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

Hunt-Wesson Inc., a Division of ConAgra Foods
05.1992 - 06.2000

ASSOCIATE PASTOR AND ADMINISTRATOR

Ministerio de Jesus
01.1992 - 11.1994

LICENSED AND ORDAINED MINISTER

Pedro Israel Orta Evangelistic Association
05.1991 - Current

ACCOUNT MANAGER AND SALES REPRESENTATIVE

Tropicana
08.1989 - 05.1992

PRODUCE BUYER AND ACCOUNT MANAGER

Associated Grocers of Florida
08.1986 - 08.1989

Bachelor of Arts - International Relations and Political Science

Florida International University

Associate of Arts - Economics

Miami Dade Community College

Master of Arts - Security Policy Studies

The George Washington University Elliott School of International Affairs

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE