Daniel Elias
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Accomplished and highly motivated Air Force veteran with extensive knowledge and experience in Reports and Analysis program management, security operations, and security programs. Skilled in developing goals aligned with organizational objectives and well-versed in Security Forces missions, policies, and procedures. Possesses strong interpersonal skills for establishing rapport at all levels. Known for organization, self-drive, discipline, and ability to multitask, prioritize, and consistently achieve objectives.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief of Training
United States Air Force, USAF
11.2022 - Current
- Managed security and training operations for a 300 personnel organization
- Authored plans, programs, and procedures for the performance of security and training objectives
- Showcased the $2M front range training facility and $160K VR systems. Earned recognition from IMSC Director of Resources, SpOC SEL and cemented the unit as a premiere training locale
- Researched, and delivered executive level decision briefs on complex and ambiguous situations
- Streamlined unit training program; revamped squadron training plan/saved 56 hours and met 100% of higher headquarters training standards
- Revitalized $3 million-dollar training facilities; guaranteed personnel met Department of Defense requirements for the security of three Combatant Commands
- Energized local partnerships by demonstrating $2 million-dollar training system capabilities; honored by city Police department
- Speared the Career Field Managers new firing course initiative and instructed defenders on $354K weapon system which propelled squadron qualifications 95% in under 2 months
- Secured $80K for new equipment leading to increased SF capabilities securing 14K personnel enabling joint Space Command missions
- Analyzed and identified threats to Air Force Security Operations which mitigated loss of $4.4 billion-dollar Department of Defense assets
- Managed $3.9M budget and assets utilized to conduct daily security and contingency operations
- Directed technical review of security incidents, developed course of actions to prevent unauthorized access to critical system and classified information, tailored security training to trends
- Interpreted and applied Department of Defense and Air Force security directives; advice influenced executive level decision making on securing information in tactical and operational environments
- Managed assessments, certification and problem solving of Access Control and Intrusion Detection Systems utilized on Command and Control facilities.
Investigator
Amazon
11.2021 - 11.2022
- Reviewed and analyzed over 300 investigation reports and processed findings
- Maintained files and provided investigative and background information to authorized requesting agencies
- Collected and interpreted information, documentation, and physical evidence associated with investigations
- Led 70 investigations of workplace violence and conducted internal interviews
- Authored reports and maintained administrative control of confidential records
- Implemented physical and personnel security measures in order to safely protect personnel and intellectual property
- Delivered results through policy guidance, education, and mitigation strategies to help meet all facets of business demands
- Developed projects and continuously improved physical security, processes, standards, training, and policies for future growth
- Department’s liaison and security/crisis management subject matter expert for site leadership
- Kept them informed on key issues, strategies, and department’s performance
- Analyzed data, and identified trends to create actionable plans to mitigate risk
- Audited physical security infrastructure, intrusion detection, access control, cameras and ensured functionally of all systems.
Master Military Training Instructor
United States Air Force, USAF
07.2013 - 01.2017
- Managed 15 Military Training Instructor trainers
- Maintained safety and security procedures for all training students across seven training squadrons and ensured organizational techniques, objectives and policies were met in accordance with Air Force publications
- Helmed squadron continuity: managed Instructor schedule, assured 100% flight coverage enabling the Air Forces Air Education and Training Command directives
- Piloted professional development briefs
- Prepared 900 new Airman for future leadership roles Earned Air Education and Training Command's Master Instructor badge/top 10% of instructors Authored squadron operating procedures
- Synchronized 12 processes/standardized daily operations Managed physical training program overhaul, averted $4 million-dollar fit fail cost
- Instructor supervisor for dual mission squadron
- Managed 180 tasks/50 evaluations and developed 12 new Instructors
- Documented progress and provided feedback and tools to training students, improved graduation rates by 65% Instructed over 2 thousand classroom hours to newly assigned students.
- Created and oversaw training programs for daily operations
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH01.2021
Policing Policy And Procedures For Law Enforcement
Air Education And Training Center
05.2024
Associate of Arts - Education And Training Management
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL12.2014
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL06.2010
Senior Non-Commissioned Officer Course
Air University
Montgomery, AL06.2010
Senior Enlisted Joint PME I/II
Air University
Montgomery, ALNon-Commissioned Officers Academy
Air University
Montgomery, ALInvestigations And Interviewing Course
Wicklander Zulawski
Skills
- Administration and Reports
- Program Management
- Operational Security
- Operations Management
- Personnel Security
- Physical Security
- Personnel Management
- Communications
- Microsoft Office
- Planning and Organizing
- Instructor
- Trainer
- Reporting procedures
- Continuous Improvement
- Trend Identification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Chief of Training
United States Air Force, USAF
11.2022 - Current
Investigator
Amazon
11.2021 - 11.2022
Master Military Training Instructor
United States Air Force, USAF
07.2013 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Southern New Hampshire University
Policing Policy And Procedures For Law Enforcement
Air Education And Training Center
Associate of Arts - Education And Training Management
Community College of The Air Force
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Community College of The Air Force
Senior Non-Commissioned Officer Course
Air University
Senior Enlisted Joint PME I/II
Air University
Non-Commissioned Officers Academy
Air University
Investigations And Interviewing Course
Wicklander Zulawski
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