TONYA PARRISH
Open Intelligence Analyst/Public Policy Analyst
Creedmoor,NC
Summary
Detail-oriented intelligence professional at collecting and processing information. Strategic and organized with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Reviewing records and making sound judgments about personnel, risks and field operations. Mission-driven Intelligence Analyst with over 12 years of experience military intelligence. Proven track record of applying advanced research and analysis skills to identify potential threats. Works collaboratively in high-pressure situations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Coordinator
Temporary Solutions
06.2022 - 04.2023
- The North Carolina Tuition Assistance Program (NCTAP) received additional $900,000 in funding. This boost allowed the program to hire more staff and improve its capacity to support a greater number of students effectively.
- Ensured the implementation of policies and practices, maintained the budget and tracking expenditures/transactions.
- Maintained detailed records of program activities and participant data, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
- Collaborated with other program coordinators to achieve consistency in program objectives and services.
Unarmed Security Officer
Inline Defense
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Completed full building and grounds patrols every 20 minutes to spot and investigate concerns.
- Facilitated swift resolution of conflicts between individuals on-site using strong interpersonal skills and conflict-resolution techniques.
- Consistently adhered to all site-specific guidelines, regulations, policies, and procedures while performing duties as an Unarmed Security Officer.
Sales Representative
Charter Spectrum
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking, and relationship building.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive understanding of products, services and competitors to enhance sales presentations.
- Optimized territory coverage by strategically planning routes for maximum efficiency in meeting clients facetoface.
Intelligence Analyst
GTL
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Assess and communicate real-time analytic judgments regarding specific threats and intelligence gaps.
- Analyzed open-source intelligence data to identify threats and vulnerabilities vital for maintaining security
- Provided timely, accurate, and relevant assessments to help decision-makers stay ahead of emerging threats.
- Ensured the accuracy and reliability of intelligence products by applying rigorous quality control processes before dissemination.
Self-Employed Caregiver
Homemaker Self
01.2020 - 09.2022
- Provides assistance such as helping with mobility, administering medication, scheduling, and providing transportation daily.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Assisted with daily hygiene and living tasks.
- Managed household finances responsibly, ensuring adequate funds for necessities and special events.
Student
North Carolina Central University, NCCU
08.2017 - 01.2020
- Collaborated on group projects to complete professional deliverables.
- Took extensive notes to document lessons and further solidify learning objectives.
- Conducted research projects, gathering data and information from a variety of sources.
- Searched at library and in scholarly databases to locate necessary information for research projects.
Assistant to Director of Career Services
Vance Granville Community College
08.2014 - 05.2017
- Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
- Safeguarded sensitive information through proper documentation handling, data entry, and record maintenance procedures.
- Followed detailed directions from management to complete daily paperwork and computer data entry.
Human Intelligence Analyst
North Carolina National Guard
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Enhanced intelligence collection by conducting source meetings and debriefings in a professional manner.
- Assessed credibility of sources through diligent evaluation, enhancing the reliability of collected information.
- Advised senior leaders on potential intelligence gaps and recommended solutions for filling identified gaps, enabling more effective decision-making.
- Monitored global events closely to identify emerging risks that could impact organizational objectives or operations.
- Increased situational awareness through regular briefings on emerging geopolitical events relevant to national security interests.
Strategic Debriefer
US Army
11.2012 - 01.2017
- Established trust with sources through rapport-building techniques, increasing willingness to provide valuable information.
- Safeguarded sensitive information, adhering to strict security protocols in handling classified materials.
- Conducted thorough research on subjects of interest prior to debriefings, ensuring a solid understanding of relevant topics.
- Maintained detailed records of all debriefings, contributing to an extensive database of valuable intelligence insights.
Human Intelligence Collector
US Army Active
12.2005 - 01.2014
- Conducted thorough debriefings of sources to gather valuable information, leading to actionable intelligence reports.
- Mentored junior team members on effective interviewing techniques, strengthening the overall quality of gathered intel.
- Used counterintelligence, human intelligence and signal intelligence techniques to thoroughly analyze data.
- Collaborated with other military branches and foreign partners to share vital intelligence information as needed for situational awareness or joint operations support.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
05.2001 -
- Dean's List 2017-2019
- Honor Roll 2017-2019
- North Carolina Central Honors Scholarship Recipient
History Course taken at North Carolina Center University.
- Scope, Method and Writing
- Public History
- Comparative Politics
- International Politics
Bachelor of Arts - American History
05.2001 -
- Dean's List (2017-2019)
- Honor Roll (2017-2019)
- North Carolina Central Honors Scholarship Recipient
- Courses taken at North Carolina Center University.
Public History - History of The United States
Historical Writing and Literature - Methods and Application in History
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
05.2001 -
- Honor Roll (2014-2017)
- Dean's List
- Student Ambassador (2014-2017)
Skills
Data Collection, Information Gathering and Report Writing
Timeline
Intelligence Analyst - GTL
10.2022 - 06.2023
Program Coordinator - Temporary Solutions
06.2022 - 04.2023
Sales Representative - Charter Spectrum
06.2022 - 12.2022
Unarmed Security Officer - Inline Defense
03.2022 - 05.2022
Self-Employed Caregiver - Homemaker Self
01.2020 - 09.2022
Student - North Carolina Central University, NCCU
08.2017 - 01.2020
Assistant to Director of Career Services - Vance Granville Community College
08.2014 - 05.2017
Human Intelligence Analyst - North Carolina National Guard
01.2014 - 01.2017
Strategic Debriefer - US Army
11.2012 - 01.2017
Human Intelligence Collector - US Army Active
12.2005 - 01.2014
North Carolina Central University - Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
05.2001 -
North Carolina Central University - Bachelor of Arts, American History
05.2001 -
Vance-Granville Community College - Associate of Arts, Liberal Arts And General Studies
05.2001 -
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