Westly Stephens
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Professional intelligence analyst with experience supporting threat monitoring, investigations, and operational risk assessment in high-risk environments. Background includes special operations human intelligence and counterintelligence analysis, producing actionable intelligence through OSINT and classified sources. Proven ability to support time-sensitive operations, deliver executive briefings, and collaborate with law enforcement and security partners. TS/SCI cleared with CI Poly.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Counterintelligence Analyst
DCSA / Cherokee Insights
Philadelphia, PA
03.2024 - Current
- Conduct threat monitoring using OSINT and classified sources to identify risks to personnel, facilities, and operations, delivering actionable intelligence to stakeholders.
- Developed comprehensive reports on counterintelligence findings to inform strategic decision-making processes.
- Monitor global and domestic security environments to identify emerging threats impacting personnel, travel, and operational activities.
- Support investigative efforts by analyzing threat reporting, identifying patterns, and coordinating with internal and external partners.
- Provided analytical support to over 33% of all Intelligence Information Reports produced by DCSA Eastern Region since March 2024, enhancing reporting clarity and depth.
- Deliver intelligence briefings to government personnel, external agency partners, and cleared industry, translating complex threat data into clear, actionable insight for decision making.
Human Intelligence Collection Sergeant
75th Ranger Regiment, US Army
06.2021 - 09.2023
- Served as a HUMINT NCO within the Regimental S2X, responsible for planning, developing, and executing human intelligence training programs and establishing a formal debriefing program.
- Assigned to the HUMINT Support Team, specializing in conducting training of source operations, report writing, and acted as the nuclear weapon and radiological material subject matter expert.
- Trained and mentored junior personnel in interrogation techniques and intelligence analysis methodologies.
- Led after-action reviews to identify areas for improvement, sharing lessons learned with team members to continuously enhance overall performance.
Human Intelligence Collector
Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC)
04.2019 - 03.2020
- Managed the HUMINT and report writing cell of a $7.5 million DoD program, produced 114+ intelligence reports ensuring timely, accurate, and actionable intelligence in support of high-risk missions.
- Served as the Human Intelligence Collector within a Tier 1 unit; planning, managing, and meeting with over 20 specialized indigenous partners throughout Afghanistan.
- Supported live missions through continuous threat monitoring and intelligence updates in tactical operational environments.
- Conducted surveillance and counter-surveillance techniques in a hostile environment
Education
B.S - Security and Risk Analysis
Pennsylvania State University
01-2018
A.A - Russian Language
Defense Language Institute (DLI)
01-2021
Skills
- Investigations and incident analysis
- Leveraging OSINT and social media search techniques
- Classified & OSINT integration
- Cultural awareness
- Multitasking Abilities
- Critical thinking
- Source Operator Course
- Publicly Available Information and Managed Attribution Certificate
Timeline
Counterintelligence Analyst
DCSA / Cherokee Insights
03.2024 - Current
Human Intelligence Collection Sergeant
75th Ranger Regiment, US Army
06.2021 - 09.2023
Human Intelligence Collector
Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC)
04.2019 - 03.2020
A.A - Russian Language
Defense Language Institute (DLI)
B.S - Security and Risk Analysis
Pennsylvania State University