Pierre M. Karam
Ashburn,VA
Summary
Experienced Project Manager specializing in the acquisition and exploitation of Foreign Materiel. Expertise in leading cross-functional teams and delivering successful projects on time.
Accomplished Interrogator/Debriefer with over 30 years of combined service in the US Army Reserve and the Intelligence Community, specializing in combat operations. Veteran of Desert Shield/Desert Storm and Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Experienced in interrogation, analysis, translation, and HUMINT applications with a strong understanding of relevant methodologies. Proficient in utilizing key skills to gather and analyze intelligence information. Committed to effectively applying knowledge and expertise to contribute to high-level intelligence operations.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Manager
Defense Intelligence Agency/JFMPO
Washington, D.C.
04.2019 - 09.2023
- Executed DoD land systems operations from initial procurement to end analysis.
- Collaborated with test and evaluation teams on developing countermeasures
- Supplied intelligence insights essential for assessing adversary capabilities
- Kept leadership abreast of key science and technology issues
- Upheld steady correspondence with DAOs, services, and additional U.S. parties
- Cultivated partner relationships for thorough understanding of nation-to-nation engagements
- Provided multilingual support to enhance operational efficiency for mission execution
Operations Support Officer
Defense Intelligence Agency, DIA
WASHINGTON, D.C.
07.2015 - 03.2019
- Directed project management for Lead Referral and Tracking as Operations Support Officer
- Executed Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests accurately.
- Engaged in Middle East, Africa Regional Center (MARC) meetings to ensure operational coherence.
- Facilitated reports for multiple DOD organizations
- Briefed field units on management guidelines
- Defense Debriefing Service (DDS)
Supervisor
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
09.2012 - 06.2015
- Managed day-to-day activities of Base personnel
- Ensured compliance of all activities with policies and authorities
- Led diverse case management activities over a multi-year time frame.
- Maximized fiscal responsibility for operational costs
- Ensured efficient management by effectively preparing, maintaining, and briefing HQ
- Filled key roles during multiple deployments with national organizations supporting various operations
- Operating Base - Middle East.
Acting Chief/Supervisor
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Washington, D.C.
02.2008 - 08.2012
- Ensured management excellence of a demanding DOD platform
- Directed operational activities of Detachment
- Executed operations effectively in a high-threat environment despite crew reduction
- Engaged with top-tier agencies for projected operational support
- Certified team members by delivering necessary language instruction
- Operating Base - Washington, D.C.
Retired Non-Commissioned Officer
United States Army Reserve
Washington, DC
07.1986 - 07.2008
- Managed team of professionals to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Ensured the security and confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback.
- Led training and development programs to enhance team skills and performance.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures to ensure compliance with government regulations.
- Coordinated with legal counsel to ensure organizational compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Strayer College
Washington, DC06-1994
Skills
- Project Management
Timeline
Program Manager
Defense Intelligence Agency/JFMPO
04.2019 - 09.2023
Operations Support Officer
Defense Intelligence Agency, DIA
07.2015 - 03.2019
Supervisor
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
09.2012 - 06.2015
Acting Chief/Supervisor
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
02.2008 - 08.2012
Retired Non-Commissioned Officer
United States Army Reserve
07.1986 - 07.2008
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Strayer College
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