July 2023- Present
FBI Special Agent – White Collar Crime/Dark Web Narcotics – Manassas, VA

Description: As an FBI Special Agent in the criminal division, I led complex health care fraud investigations requiring sophisticated data analysis and pattern recognition. My work encompassed not just healthcare fraud, but also other forms of complex white collar crime. I regularly conducted detailed analysis of complex financial data, user activity patterns, and suspicious behavior indicators to gather evidence of criminal conspiracies. My experience included leveraging numerous data collection tools, conducting thorough analysis, and synthesizing intelligence from multiple sources to identify, prosecute, and mitigate threats. I routinely presented findings to senior leadership and successfully testified in federal court on numerous occasions.

January 2021 – July 2023
FBI Special Agent – January 6 Investigation- Washington, DC

Description: As one of the lead agents on the January 6th Capitol investigation, I led a team of 15 agents and analysts. The investigation resulted in securing historic Seditious Conspiracy convictions against a group that was involved in the U.S. Capitol incursion. This complex investigation required me to coordinate massive amounts of digital evidence, conduct strategic witness interviews, mentor and guide newer employees, and develop a comprehensive conspiracy timeline connecting numerous defendants across multiple states. I managed sensitive intelligence information, collaborated with various federal agencies, and routinely presented findings to senior DOJ and FBI leadership. My work on this high-profile case was recognized with the Attorney General Award for Distinguished Service, the second-highest honor bestowed by the U.S. Department of Justice.

November 2011 – January 2021
FBI Special Agent – White Collar Crime/Narcotics – Manassas, VA

Description: As an FBI Special Agent in the criminal division, I led complex health care fraud investigations requiring sophisticated data analysis and pattern recognition. My work encompassed not just healthcare fraud, but also other forms of complex white collar crime. I regularly conducted detailed analysis of complex financial data, user activity patterns, and suspicious behavior indicators to gather evidence of criminal conspiracies. My experience included leveraging numerous data collection tools, conducting thorough analysis, and synthesizing intelligence from multiple sources to identify, prosecute, and mitigate threats. I routinely presented findings to senior leadership and successfully testified in federal court on numerous occasions.

September 2009 – November 2011
FBI Supervisory Special Agent – Nuclear Forensics – FBI Laboratory

Description: As Supervisory Special Agent in the FBI Laboratory, I served as the national program manager for all radiological and nuclear investigations across the country and assisted international partners when requested. I led a team of four Ph.D. scientists, while managing a complex $11 million annual budget. I also oversaw a network of eight DOE contract radiological laboratories across the United States, ensuring quality control and coordinating responses to radiological and nuclear threats nationwide. My responsibilities included directing all FBI radiological/nuclear investigations throughout the country and spearheading the construction of a $3 million specialized facility in Nevada. This role demanded strategic planning, resource allocation, and the ability to translate complex scientific findings into actionable data for senior leadership and partner agencies including DoD and DOE, while maintaining rigorous security protocols and technical standards.

January 2008 – September 2009
FBI Special Agent – White Collar Crime – Manassas, VA

Description: As an FBI Special Agent in the Criminal Division, I led sensitive public corruption investigations targeting high-level officials and complex criminal enterprises. I coordinated multi-agency task forces involving federal, state, and local law enforcement partners to investigate allegations of official misconduct, bribery, and abuse of public office. My investigations required sophisticated financial analysis, extensive source development, and careful handling of politically sensitive information. I managed complex investigative strategies that included electronic surveillance, undercover operations, and analysis of intricate financial networks. These cases demanded exceptional discretion, strategic planning, and the ability to brief senior leadership while maintaining operational security throughout lengthy and high-stakes investigations.

July 2003 – January 2008
FBI Special Agent – Counterterrorism – Washington, DC

Description: During the critical post-9/11 period in Washington DC, I conducted sensitive investigations of foreign nationals to determine any connections to the September 11 attacks. My role involved managing classified intelligence operations, conducting traditional criminal investigations, participating in clandestine and undercover operations, analyzing complex patterns of suspicious activity, and coordinating with partner agencies including ICE and DOS. I utilized various collection platforms and analytical tools to identify potential threats, while collaborating with multiple intelligence agencies and international partners. This position required maintaining the highest levels of operational security while conducting time-sensitive investigations in a high-pressure environment that directly impacted national security.

February 2003 – July 2003
FBI New Agent Trainee – Quantico, VA

Description: Successfully completed the FBI Academy at Quantico, Virginia, an intensive 20-week training program. As a New Agent Trainee I underwent demanding physical fitness assessments and completed an academic curriculum which covered essential law enforcement topics including constitutional law, ethics, interviewing techniques, evidence collection, firearms proficiency, and investigative procedures. Practical training occurred in Hogan’s Alley, a realistic mock town where trainees engaged in simulated operations, practicing surveillance, arrests, and tactical responses to various scenarios. Throughout the program, trainees are evaluated on their decision-making under pressure, teamwork capabilities, and ability to uphold the Bureau’s core values.

August 1997 – October 2002
Teaching Assistant, Research Assistant

Description: My graduate studies were conducted at the University of Arizona, where I earned my Ph.D. in Bioorganic Chemistry. My responsibilities included designing and executing complex chemical syntheses, analyzing compounds using advanced spectroscopic techniques, and interpreting complex chemical data. I developed a new class of novel analgesics, which were vastly more potent than morphine but were less addictive and had fewer side effects. I routinely presented findings at departmental seminars and national conferences, prepared manuscripts for peer-reviewed publications, and provided mentorship to other students. This rigorous scientific training enhanced my analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities that would later prove invaluable in my investigative career. As a result, I was presented with the prestigious Carl S. Marvel Award for most outstanding graduate research.