Professional Experience

La Mesa, CA | 925-914-9212 | cross124@hotmail.com

Professional Summary

Motivated GIS Analyst-in-training with a decade of federal and defense-related project experience and a current academic focus in geographic information systems and environmental analysis. Skilled in data-driven project management, team leadership, and technical training. Currently gaining hands-on experience with ArcGIS, data visualization, and spatial analysis at San Diego State University. Proven ability to lead complex systems, implement quality control procedures, and support mission-critical operations with a spatial lens.

Work Experience

Project Manager
Venergy Group LLC
Oct 2017 – Mar 2022

Federal Projects Nationwide

  • Managed 25+ federal contracts involving utility metering and solar metering and maintenance
  • Assessed, repaired and managed 11.4MW PV system for California Veterans Affairs Hospitals
  • Led QA/QC reviews of technical specs, maintained compliance with federal environmental standards
  • Utilized StruxureWare and earned EcoXpert certification to drive efficient data collection and reporting
  • Regularly coordinated GIS-relevant assets like infrastructure schematics and distribution maps
Senior WMD/CBRNE Instructor
The O'Gara Group
Jan 2016 – Oct 2017

Global Deployment

  • Delivered WMD safety training at U.S. embassies worldwide, instructing over 8,000 personnel
  • Partnered with State Department RSOs to implement threat response plans and building assessments
  • Integrated spatial awareness and hazard identification into emergency readiness instruction
  • Delivered site-specific threat assessments with mapped countermeasures for embassy security planning
Explosive Ordnance Disposal Team Leader
U.S. Army
Aug 2011 – Aug 2015

U.S., South Korea, Vietnam

  • Led elite EOD team on high-stakes counter-WMD operations and range clearance missions
  • Directed POW/MIA mission in Vietnam using spatial fieldwork and site analysis techniques
  • Managed $3.5M in specialized equipment; fabricated site-specific IED training modules
  • Conducted 15+ UXO incidents and maintained ammo accountability for the unit
Infantryman
United States Army
Sep 2005 – Aug 2011

Schofield Barracks, Hawaii

  • Led combat patrols during Operation Iraqi Freedom; conducted 300+ missions, capturing 40+ HVTs
  • Selected for sniper reconnaissance section due to marksmanship and leadership potential
  • Completed elite schools including Marine Corps Scout Sniper and Reconnaissance Surveillance Leader courses
  • Mentored junior soldiers and upheld high standards in asymmetric warfare tactics

Education & Certifications

San Diego State University
B.A. in Geography
Expected 2026

Focus: GIS, Environmental Systems, Remote Sensing

Norco College
A.S. in Industrial Automation
2024

Professional Certifications:

  • Schneider Electric Project Deployment for System Engineers
  • Nalco Water Environmental Water Sampling & Handling
  • Basic Instructional Design
  • EOD School – Basic & Team Leader Certifications

Technical Skills & Tools

GIS & Mapping

  • ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Enterprise
  • QGIS
  • StoryMaps & Experience Builder
  • Leaflet.js & Web Mapping Libraries
  • Spatial Analysis & Remote Sensing
  • Geodatabase Management

Programming & Development

  • JavaScript (p5.js, Node.js)
  • HTML/CSS
  • REST APIs & Data Integration
  • MongoDB & Database Systems
  • Version Control (Git/GitHub)
  • Data Visualization