STORM TIBEREND
Tempe,AZ
Summary
Motivated U.S. Army veteran and emerging intelligence professional with reconnaissance, human-centric collection, leadership, and cross-cultural field experience. Proven ability to operate in uncertain environments, build rapport quickly, and adapt to rapidly changing missions. Holds airborne infantry background with surveillance, intelligence gathering, small-unit leadership, and operational planning experience. Strong interpersonal skills enhanced through education and teaching roles, including communication, briefings, behavior analysis, and instructional delivery. Graduating with a 4.0 GPA from Arizona State University while serving as a Staff Sergeant (E-6) in the National Guard. Seeking a mission-focused role supporting U.S. national security in positions such as CIA Case Officer, Paramilitary Operations Officer, or Global Response Staff. Results-driven Infantry Squad Leader with expertise in small-unit leadership, operational planning, and high-stress decision-making. Proven ability to enhance tactical readiness through effective training exercises and clear communication of mission objectives.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Infantry Squad Leader
US Army National Guard
Phoenix, Arizona
04.2023 - Current
- Led and coordinated squad training exercises to enhance tactical readiness.
- Communicated mission objectives clearly to ensure team alignment and focus.
- Evaluated rapidly changing conditions and provided decisive leadership to cultivate effective and well-planned team movements.
Infantry Team Leader
US Army
Fort Polk, Louisiana
07.2019 - 11.2022
- Trained soldiers on combat techniques and equipment usage.
- Assisted in the development of individual soldier's skills by providing guidance and instruction during training exercises.
- Supervised team members in the performance of combat operations and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
Education
B.S. - Physical Education
Arizona State University - Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College
01.2025
Skills
- Human Intelligence (HUMINT)-adjacent skills
- Surveillance & counter-surveillance
- Small-unit leadership & team management
- Cross-cultural communication
- Operational planning & execution
- Threat assessment & risk mitigation
- High-stress decision-making
- Physical readiness & tactical capability
- Foreign travel experience (military exercises abroad)
- Instruction, coaching & behavior analysis
- Discretion, integrity & moral judgment
- Weapons handling & safety
- Navigation (map, compass, terrain association)
- Recon reporting & comms
- Small-unit tactics
- CPR/First Aid
- Fitness instruction
Military Experience
Staff Sergeant (E-6), Infantry / Reconnaissance, U.S. Army National Guard, 01/2019, Present, Lead, train, and mentor soldiers as a Squad Leader., Conduct reconnaissance and intelligence-gathering missions: surveillance, route assessments, troop/equipment sizing., Operated in Geronimo (OPFOR) environments, executing blend-in operations and civilian interaction tasks., Developed and delivered EIB prep training., International training experience: Operation Tiger Balm (Singapore).
Related Professional Experience
Physical Education Intern & Instructor, Arcadia High School / Elementary Schools, 08/2023, 05/2025, Taught structured lessons requiring communication, presence, rapport-building, and situational awareness., Managed groups, enforced safety, and adapted instruction to diverse populations.
Leadership Training Experience
- Led teams during high-pressure field exercises.
- Trained soldiers on mission planning, movement, reconnaissance fundamentals, and readiness.
- Experience briefing superiors and writing detailed reports.
Technical Tactical Skills
- Weapons handling & safety
- Navigation (map, compass, terrain association)
- Recon reporting & comms
- Small-unit tactics
- CPR/First Aid
- Fitness instruction
Physical Personal Qualities
- High physical fitness
- Adaptable in foreign environments
- Strong rapport-building ability
- Calm under stress
Clearance Eligibility
- U.S. citizen, clean background
- TS/SCI eligible
- Meets CIA Case Officer & PMOO baseline requirements
Languages
English, Native
Ts Sci Eligibility
Yes (Military Veteran)
Personal Information
Citizenship: U.S. Citizen
Timeline
Infantry Squad Leader
US Army National Guard
04.2023 - Current
Infantry Team Leader
US Army
07.2019 - 11.2022
B.S. - Physical Education
Arizona State University - Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College