Shaun Hall
Stafford,VA
Summary
Driven and adaptive leader with twenty-five years of experience in operational intelligence, who is well-versed analysis ranging from support to tactical operations to intelligence in support of policymakers. High-performing and mission-oriented, skilled in leading diverse teams, optimizing organizational processes, and the project management of complex operations in order to deliver consistent and exceptional results.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy , Weapons and Technology Division
Marine Corps Intelligence Activity (MCIA)
06.2022 - Current
- Directed and provided senior-level analysis and operational review of intelligence production. Ensured the intelligence produced aligned with the program of analysis, was relevant to expeditionary and amphibious operations, and was focused against the pacing threats (China and Russia).
- Led a 15-person multi-discipline analytical team in producing tailored capability threat assessments in support of Marine Corps programs and acquisitions.
- Directed and managed the creation of an intelligence support to special access programs (SAP) in order to better support advanced Marine Corps technologies.
- Increased productivity by eliminating obstacles and ineffective processes, developing comprehensive project timelines, and synchronizing team efforts.
Resident Student, Professional Military Education
Marine Corps Command And Staff College
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Graduate-level program of study designed for critical thinking and application of the military planning processes to solve challenging operational problems.
- Led a diverse student body of joint and allied partners through several immersive planning evolutions.
- National security study with emphasis placed upon China and great power competition.
Director of Operations
3d Intelligence Battalion
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Planned, coordinated, and supervised battalion operations, focusing on integrating and improving intelligence capabilities against a peer adversary (China).
- Directed the planning, resourcing, and synchronizing of cross-functional staff sections to support battalion operations and deployments across seven countries.
- Oversaw the deployment and operational employment of multi-discipline teams supporting 28 operations throughout the Eastern Pacific.
- Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing innovative solutions.
- Managed budgets and resources, optimizing allocation for maximum impact on business objectives.
Operational Planner
III MEF Information Group
06.2018 - 06.2020
- Lead planner for full-spectrum information and intelligence operations designed to counter China's influence within the Pacific region.
- Developed detailed project plans to achieve desired results for operations with tight deadlines and multi-year operations.
- Managed cross-functional teams for the successful execution of complex projects, ensuring timely completion and high-quality outputs.
- Led advanced analysis on China's presence and information campaign throughout the Pacific.
- Develop and implement change management strategies and plans that facilitate the transition and adoption of information operations by subordinate formations, as well as higher headquarters.
Resident Student, Professional Military Education
Expeditionary Warfare School
06.2017 - 05.2018
- Rigorous one year course of study. Concentrated on amphibious operations and the Marine Corps Planning Process.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Company Commander
Marine Corps Intelligence School
06.2016 - 06.2017
- Led a diverse team of 21 senior instructors and managed the training cycle of 120 students throughout 13 weeks of instruction.
- Oversaw the modernization of the entry-level intelligence curriculum to address the rising challenges of intelligence operations against China and Russia.
- Increased student retention by developing an academic review board process that removed subjectivity and created an environment that enabled student success.
- Streamlined administrative processes for increased efficiency, enabling the company to meet critical deadlines consistently.
Director, Air Intelligence Officers' Course
Marine Corps Intelligence School
06.2014 - 06.2017
- Led, trained, and mentored 23 Marine officers and one Army Officer in the fundamentals of intelligence.
- Managed, Organized, and sequenced a 13-week course consisting of guided lectures, practical applications, and rigorous scenarios.
- Directed the modernization of the air intelligence curriculum to focus on emerging and technological advancements in aviation by China and Russia.
- Led the Air Intelligence Training and Readiness (T&R) working group which was instrumental in updating the one legacy 0207 T&R tasks into six robust T&R events.
- Served as a Charter member of the Director of Intelligence's Air Intelligence Community of Practice and assisted the HQMC-Intelligence Department with addressing and correcting manning, training, and doctrinal deficiencies across the air intelligence community.
Intelligence Planner
2d Marine Aircraft Wing
06.2012 - 06.2014
- Led the 2d Marine Aircraft Wing's Intelligence Directorate while conducting combat operations in Afghanistan.
- Principal advisor to the Commanding General of 2d MAW(FWD) on all intelligence operations.
- Managed and coordinated the production and dissemination of the intelligence production of the G-2 and Aviation Combat Intelligence sections.
Intelligence Officer
Marine Medium Tilt-Rotor Squadron-263 (MV-22)
10.2009 - 06.2012
- Managed the intelligence operations of the Aviation Combat Element aboard the 22d Marine Expeditionary Unit during an eleven-month deployment.
- Supervise the Intelligence section's effort in analyzing, producing, and disseminating intelligence support to the squadron's mission planning.
- Enhanced team efficiency by streamlining intelligence-gathering processes and implementing new analytical techniques.
Intelligence Specialist
1st Marine Expeditionary Force, G-2
07.1999 - 10.2009
- Conducted intelligence support during three deployments to Iraq, which spanned the range of military operations from the initial invasion, the counter-insurgency, and transition.
- Developed comprehensive threat assessments to assist in operational planning and decision-making.
Education
Masters of Military Studies - Information Operations/Joint Information Operations
Marine Corps University
Quantico, VA06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
San Diego06.2008
Skills
- Active TS/SCI Security Clearance
- Senior Intelligence Analyst
- China Researcher
- Information Operations
- Intelligence support to acquisitions and special access programs
- Joint and Marine Corps Operational Planner
- Project Management
- Process Improvement
- Collaborative Mindset
- Leader and Team Builder
Relevant Training and Courses
- Information Environment Advance Analysis Course
- Advance Information Operations Planners Course
- Special Technical Operations (STO) Planners Course
- National Security Space Institute Space Operations Planners Course
- Intelligence Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI)
- Naval Collection Managers Course
- Marine Air/Ground Task Force Intelligence Officers Course
- Aviation Intelligence Officers Course
Timeline
Deputy , Weapons and Technology Division
Marine Corps Intelligence Activity (MCIA)
06.2022 - Current
Resident Student, Professional Military Education
Marine Corps Command And Staff College
06.2021 - 06.2022
Director of Operations
3d Intelligence Battalion
06.2020 - 06.2021
Operational Planner
III MEF Information Group
06.2018 - 06.2020
Resident Student, Professional Military Education
Expeditionary Warfare School
06.2017 - 05.2018
Company Commander
Marine Corps Intelligence School
06.2016 - 06.2017
Director, Air Intelligence Officers' Course
Marine Corps Intelligence School
06.2014 - 06.2017
Intelligence Planner
2d Marine Aircraft Wing
06.2012 - 06.2014
Intelligence Officer
Marine Medium Tilt-Rotor Squadron-263 (MV-22)
10.2009 - 06.2012
Intelligence Specialist
1st Marine Expeditionary Force, G-2
07.1999 - 10.2009
Masters of Military Studies - Information Operations/Joint Information Operations
Marine Corps University
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
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