Serena Ripczinske
Intelligence Analyst
Summary
With over 20 years in the FBI, I have established abilities in drafting results-driven analysis with a strong focus on data and intelligence evaluation, multi-threat trend analysis, report writing, and mentoring and training others. I also have experience in working with multi-team squads, sharing intelligence, and briefing both squad members and executive intelligence. As a supervisor, I became skilled in training and mentoring teams in analytic tradecraft standards.
I am a detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in intelligence analysis and report writing, identifying emerging threats, and providing briefings to stakeholders to inform strategic decisions.
Overview
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Work History
Intelligence Analyst
Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI
Seattle, WA
2020 - 2026
- Held TS/SCI clearance.
- Provided training on the Analytic Tradecraft Standards (ATS) to Seattle, Anchorage, and Portland field offices to ensure analytic assessments were consistent with ATS.
- Conducted comprehensive research on emerging threats, enhancing situational awareness across operational units.
- Produced multi-source intelligence reports and products for different agency customers.
- Reduced knowledge gaps within the organization by creating comprehensive intelligence products tailored to specific audience needs.
- Created useful and timely intelligence products to support field operations.
- Identified potential threats by conducting thorough research on global events and trends.
Supervisory Intelligence Analyst
Federal Bureau of Investigation Headquarters
Washington, DC
2019 - 2020
- Held a TS/SCI clearance.
- Was in charge of the Analysis Integrity & Standards (AIS) FBI program in which trained analysts to review and score analytic threat assessments against established standards.
- Established and published Standard Operating Procedures for the AIS program.
- Created new training program to more effectively train reviewers.
- Trained analysts and executive management regarding AIS and how to score threat assessments to ensure adherence to AIS.
Intelligence Analyst
Federal Bureau of Investigation Headquarters
Washington, DC
2018 - 2019
- Held TS/SCI clearance.
- Reviewed analytic assessments against analytic tradecraft standards.
- Mentored analysts and supervisory analysts regarding analytic tradecraft standards.
Intelligence Analyst
Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI
Tucson, AZ
2008 - 2018
- Held TS/SCI level clearance.
- Identified security threat to local Air Force base resulting in the temporary shutdown of an international program that posed a threat to Tucson, Arizona.
- Provided threat briefing to Air Force trainee pilots.
- Conducted comprehensive research on emerging threats, enhancing situational awareness across operational units.
- Presented critical intelligence briefings to stakeholders, ensuring informed decision-making at strategic levels.
- Supported decision-makers by providing timely, accurate, and relevant assessments of emerging threats.
- Analyzed open-source intelligence data to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities.
- Strengthened situational awareness among key stakeholders by delivering concise, actionable intelligence briefings.
Intelligence Analyst
Federal Bureau of Investigation Headquarters
Washington, DC
2005 - 2008
- Analyzed and interpreted intelligence data to support national security initiatives.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to assess threat levels and develop actionable strategies.
- Utilized advanced analytical tools to identify patterns in complex datasets for investigative purposes.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing findings and recommendations for senior leadership review.
- Mentored junior analysts, fostering skills development and promoting best practices in intelligence analysis.
- Coordinated with other intelligence agencies to share information and resources.
Intelligence Assistant
Federal Bureau of Investigation Headquarters
Washington, DC
10.2004 - 2005
- Held TS/SCI clearance.Utilized specialized software tools for data management and analysis tasks.
- Maintained organized databases for tracking intelligence operations and findings.
- Ensured adherence to protocols while processing sensitive information securely.
- Managed sensitive classified information responsibly while adhering to strict security protocols at all times.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminology
University of Mexico
Albuquerque, NM05-2003
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM05-2003
Skills
- Certified to release Intelligence Information Reports (IIRs)
- Data evaluation
- Report writing
- Research and analysis
- Intelligence gathering
- Open source intelligence
- Hold a TS/SCI clearance
- Crime trend analysis
- Intelligence products
- Policy review
- Intelligence analysis
- Providing briefings
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop intelligence tracking spreadsheets.
- Created SharePoint to enable better access to AIS program.
- Created Access database to create report feature for use with SharePoint.
- Created JeopIIRdy training program to train analysts on disseminating IIRs.
- Drafted intelligence product on new trend and potential threat in Washington State, resulting in briefing to Special Agent in Charge (SAC).
- Supervised two staff members and mentored both to enhance their skills and develop new ones.
Certification
- Certified Release Authority (CRA) to disseminate IIRs.
- ICAAP classes
Time off Awards
- Awarded multiple time off awards for performance.
Timeline
Intelligence Assistant
Federal Bureau of Investigation Headquarters
10.2004 - 2005
Intelligence Analyst
Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI
2020 - 2026
Supervisory Intelligence Analyst
Federal Bureau of Investigation Headquarters
2019 - 2020
Intelligence Analyst
Federal Bureau of Investigation Headquarters
2018 - 2019
Intelligence Analyst
Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI
2008 - 2018
Intelligence Analyst
Federal Bureau of Investigation Headquarters
2005 - 2008
Bachelor of Science - Criminology
University of Mexico
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of New Mexico