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Zakaria TAYEB

San Antonio

Summary

US Army, SFC Retired. Certified by Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center (DLIFLC) in Arabic language with experience providing cryptologic language and intelligence analysis directly supporting National Security Agency (NSA) and Department of Defense (DoD) operations across CONUS and OCONUS regions. Expertise in fielding, installing, troubleshooting, and operating complex DoD information systems including classified networks, sensitive communication equipment, and satellite technologies. Proven classroom leader and formal instructor for elite DLIFLC course with experience managing and teaching challenging curriculum consisting of multiple Arabic dialects.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Cryptologic Language Analyst

US Army
06.2016 - 10.2022
  • Fulfilled multiple roles including analyst and HR functions ensuring workforce availability for highly critical National Security Agency (NSA) operations across Texas campus
  • Positioned resources ensuring maximum performance and productivity of intelligence collection and analysis
  • Led training programs enabling workforce certifications and qualifications ensuring adherence with DoD regulations and formal Memorandums of Understanding/Agreements (MOU/MOA)
  • Positioned 370-person workforce ensuring 100% assignment fills for NSA operations enabling anti-/counterterrorism support, threat analysis, and communication interpretation
  • Led 64-person cross-functional team comprised of linguists and intelligence analysts in performing complicated analyses of classified data in high-volume environment
  • Instructed DoD-mandated workforce program courses certifying over 120 students per year.
  • Kept up-to-date on mission objectives by researching intelligence targets to understand significance in geopolitical context.
  • Leveraged expert knowledge of target languages to develop realistic scenarios for simulation-based training exercises, preparing analysts for real-world challenges.
  • Developed and maintained glossary of technical terms.
  • Completed precise translations of official documents with correct words and phrasing to meet legal standards.

Senior Cryptologic Linguist

US Army
04.2012 - 06.2016
  • Directed cross-functional teams in multiple operations including intelligence analysis/gathering, linguistics, and fielding/maintaining high value communications and satellite technologies
  • Mobilized teams to CONUS and OCONUS regions ensuring readiness in high-volume, high-threat environments
  • Developed and instituted training plans and materials enhancing technical proficiency, qualifications, and professional development of DoD members
  • Led 94-person team enabling international support of low-level voice intercept and intelligence collection operations; spearheaded installation and international connectivity of new equipment fielding (NEF) operationalizing critical $2M satellite communication system
  • Current certification on the DLPT5 for Modern Standard Arabic (3/3); Levantine and Iraqi Arabic (3/3); and Sudanese and Egyptian Arabic (3/3).

Arabic Military Language Instructor

US Army
06.2009 - 04.2012
  • Department lead and Subject Matter Expert (SME) on Arabic language
  • Instructed elite students in highly selective Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center (DLIFLC) adult education programs, facilitating learning and development in Modern Standard Arabic and Sudanese dialect languages
  • Oversaw and evaluated student progress through rigorous coursework enabling language comprehension including verbal and written communications
  • Managed sensitive materials including course syllabus, test content, and student personal information ensuring safekeeping of critical data
  • Headed 2 military education departments with oversight of curriculum management for multiple Arabic language courses; enabled successful student progress graduating over 300 DoD adult learners during tenure
  • Developed and coordinated implementation of Sudanese dialect course expanding student learning capabilities; drove course/curriculum design and test validation furthering support for DoD global initiatives, national defense strategy, and anti-terrorism operations
  • Instructed and graduated 140 DoD members annually; evaluated student progress delivering highly qualified Arabic linguists to operations field achieving 84% proficiency rate, 14% above government standard
  • Maintained over 2K copies of sensitive course and test materials ensuring accountability of critical content with zero losses of controlled assets

Petroleum Supply Specialist

US Army
03.2002 - 11.2005
  • Maintained accurate records of petroleum transactions, tracking volumes received, distributed, and consumed for financial reporting purposes.
  • Reduced worker accidents by implementing improved safety standards and monitoring procedures.
  • Assisted in the design/modification of storage facilities to optimize space utilization while adhering to safety/environmental guidelines related to petroleum storage.
  • Supervised reception, storage and shipping of fuel.
  • Tested fuel products and handled hazardous materials.
  • Optimized inventory levels by analyzing demand trends, forecasting future needs, and adjusting purchasing strategies accordingly.

Education

High School Diploma -

Bermudian Springs High School

Associate of Applied Science -

Cochise College
Douglas, AZ
12.2009

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Petroleum Operations
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Relationship Building
  • Key Stakeholder Engagement
  • Analytical / Goal-Driven
  • Organized / Detail-Oriented
  • Innovative Problem Solving
  • Strong Verbal, Written, Presentation, & Interpersonal Communication
  • Formal Instruction
  • Course Management
  • Military Education
  • Adult Education Program Management
  • Army Force Structure
  • Material Development
  • Classroom Management
  • Performance Management
  • Student Evaluation
  • System Training
  • New Equipment Training (NET)
  • New Equipment Fielding (NEF)
  • Unit Set Fielding
  • Total Package Fielding
  • IT System Troubleshooting
  • End User Support
  • Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
  • Memorandum of Agreement (MOA)
  • Classified / Sensitive Information Handling
  • MTO&E BOIP Fielding Guidance
  • Learning Management System (LMS)
  • Information Systems (IS)
  • Satellite Technologies
  • Classified / Unclassified Networks
  • Microsoft Office / MS Teams / Zoom

Certification

  • DLIFLC Arabic Language & Literature Certification
  • NSA Certified Classification Authority Officer (CAO)
  • US Army Signal Intelligence Course

Languages

Arabic
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working

Timeline

Senior Cryptologic Language Analyst

US Army
06.2016 - 10.2022

Senior Cryptologic Linguist

US Army
04.2012 - 06.2016

Arabic Military Language Instructor

US Army
06.2009 - 04.2012

Petroleum Supply Specialist

US Army
03.2002 - 11.2005

High School Diploma -

Bermudian Springs High School

Associate of Applied Science -

Cochise College
Zakaria TAYEB