1. STEVEN T. DISCHE
3849 N. Commencement Bay Drive • Tacoma, Washington 98407
253-370-6755 • dische1@comcast.net
Accomplished global project and program manager with over 20 years of experience assessing and
overseeing physical and cyber-security across local, national, and international operating theaters.
• Top liaison to government and corporate leadership regarding cyber-security threat prevention to
local infrastructures and high-risk facilities.
• Advanced expertise in leading international, cross-functional, and specialized teams in solving
complex security and intelligence challenges spanning diverse disciplines and areas of expertise.
• Skilled project manager and leader with demonstrated history of overseeing complex physical
security and training initiatives internationally and globally.
• Valued partner to cyber-security, information security, risk assessment and mitigation, and
contingency planning efforts, with experience implementing programs to safeguard key assets.
• The unique ability to unleash through a cultural of outstanding leadership, focused on
encouraging individual creativity within the context of a collaborative team; with proven value to
clients and team members.
Threat Assessment • Physical Security • Cyber-Security • Loss Prevention • Risk Management &
Mitigation
Counter-Terrorism • Homeland Security • Information Security • Process Improvement
Intelligence Architectures • Infrastructure Security • Project Management • Process Re-Engineering
Automation Architectures • Process Improvement • Strategic Planning • Contingency Planning
Budget Management • Negotiations • Government Liaison • International Team Training & Leadership
Staff & Event Security • Cross-Cultural Communication • High-Impact Presentations
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
City University of Seattle, Seattle, Washington • 2015
Adjunct Professor for the MBA program: Lead instructor for Project/Program Management.
ARGONNE NATIONAL LABORATORY, Argonne, Illinois • 2012-2015
US laboratory managed by US Department of energy and engaged in energy and renewables,
environmental sustainability, and national security research, with approximately 8,000 staff.
Senior Counter-Terrorism / Homeland Security Specialist: Conduct in-depth expertise into
potential threats to US security and infrastructure; perform surveillance and counter-surveillance;
review intelligence reports, vulnerability assessments, and security reports.
PACIFIC NORTHWEST NATIONAL LABORATORY, Richland, Washington • 1999-2012
Department of Energy national research laboratory engaged in investigating areas of renewable energy,
counter-terrorism, and national security.
Physical Security Project Manager, Global Threat Reduction Program, National Nuclear
Security Administration • 2009-2012: Assured safety and security of radiological materials stored at
civilian facilities nationally and internationally, leading teams in Northeastern US, Russia, and South
Asia. Served as primary leadership force for several multinational security teams. Served as primary
liaison to ministry and government officials at home and abroad. Negotiated contract agreements with
international private companies. Oversaw assessment of cyber-vulnerabilities threatening security
architectures and infrastructures protecting radiological materials.
Counter-intelligence & Special Operations Lead, Department of Defense Counter-Intelligence
Field Agency • 2007-2009: Served as subject matter expert in guiding DoD standards for intelligence
source reporting strategies to intelligence and Special Operations teams.
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Senior Program Manager, Department of Homeland Security Vulnerability Assessments on
National Critical Infrastructures • 2005-2009: Spearheaded over 150 vulnerability assessments
spanning US seaports, Alaska Pipeline, chemical facilities, oil refineries, cruise ships, and
international airports. Assessed and reported on vulnerability to terrorism attack for NFL
stadiums in preparation for Super Bowl. Prepared and presented detailed reporting to internal
leadership teams and government officials. Played key role in overseeing implementation of
cyber-security and physical security measures.
Project Manager, Vulnerability Assessments • 2005-2006: Oversaw assessment of critical
infrastructures and threat environments in Shoreline, Washington as well as ports of Seattle, Everett, and
Tacoma. Developed and presented emergency management plans.
Intelligence / Threat Environment Project Manager, Department of Homeland Security Critical
Infrastructure Assessments • 2002-2005: Coordinated intelligence assessments to top 25 critical
infrastructures nationwide. Chosen to lead surveys of operational security, physical security, and
interdependency.
Intelligence / Threat Environment Project Manager, Department of Energy • 2002-2004: Served
as primary leadership force for analysis of nature of terrorist threats aimed at US domestic energy
industry. Led several cross-functional teams in interviewing law enforcement personnel, infrastructure
owners, and emergency management staff. Oversaw data analysis from all terrorist threats to domestic
energy infrastructures. Directed development and publication of comprehensive threat environment
analysis report. Oversaw team management, training, development, and mentorship.
Intelligence / Threat Environment Project Manager, US Customs & Border Protection • 2002-
2003: Directed elite team of 10 intelligence and physical security specialists in performing detailed
vulnerability assessments on seaports throughout Pacific Northwest. Mentored subject matter experts
and oversaw professional development and performance evaluation.
Advisory Member, Washington State Governor’s Committee on Homeland Security • 2001-
2006: Provided expert guidance and advice to Intelligence and Infrastructure Sub-Committees regarding
counter-terrorism, critical infrastructure protection, and intelligence strategies.
Threat Environment Lead, Department of Homeland Security • 2001-2002: Coordinated
vulnerability assessments of national critical infrastructures as liaison to federal, state, local, and tribal
law enforcement agencies. Delivered in-depth presentations to law enforcement leadership including
State and City Chiefs of Police and Federal Special Agents in Charge, as well as corporate leaders.
Project Lead, Physical Security and Interdependency, Salt Lake City Winter Olympics • 2000-
2001: Chosen to conduct in-depth security assessment of energy and municipal infrastructures in
preparation for 2002 Winter Olympics. Delivered briefings to city officials and Olympics security teams.
Project Lead, US Army First Corps Initial Brigade Combat Team Transformation Initiative •
2000-2001: Delivered specialized guidance and support in areas of intelligence and special operations.
Served as Intelligence Directorate representative for national-level and Army intelligence operations.
Subject Matter Expert on Intelligence & Special Operations, US Army Force Protection Security
Analysis Course • 2000-2001: Provided expert training and instruction to Department of Defense
civilian employees regarding security analysis and threat assessment. Developed and led complex
exercise scenarios; evaluated student performance.
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3. Team Member, National Counter-Narcotics Center • 1999-2000: Assessed and evaluated
intelligence cycles and communications strategies in law enforcement agencies involved in combatting
US narcotics crisis nationwide. Assessed ports of entry for narcotics trafficking; illegal trafficking
organizations and leadership; and patterns of travel for narcotics into and within United States. Delivered
detailed briefings to National Counter-Narcotics Center leadership.
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US Army Officer (RET): INTELLIGENCE / SPECIAL OPERATIONS
Chief of Intelligence Architecture, 1st Corps Intelligence Directorate, Fort Lewis, Washington •
1998-1999: Oversaw 5-person team in establishing, implementing, and managing intelligence
architecture for Fort Lewis intelligence organizations. Liaised with nationwide and theatre
agencies to assure delivery of viable, timely intelligence. Secured over $300,000 in additional
funding for proposal to install portable satellite communications antennas for fast deployment
throughout Pacific region.
Chief of Plans & Exercise Division, Intelligence Directorate, Special Operations Command
Pacific, Camp Smith, Hawaii • 1995-1998: Directed cross-functional team of 10 Army, Navy, and Air
Force personnel in developing intelligence to support integration of Special Ops forces into Pacific
theater. Led planning and implementation of intelligence support initiatives for contingency operations.
Developed and led complex training scenarios for Special Operations Forces staff.
Deputy Director of Intelligence, Joint Counter-Terrorism Task Force, Special Operations
Command Pacific, Camp Smith, Hawaii • 1993-1998: Oversaw 16-person team in establishing and
leading intelligence operations in support of counter-terrorism initiatives worldwide.
• Chosen to train and mentor Australian Special Air Service personnel in safeguarding Sydney
2000 Summer Olympics.
• Selected to serve as guide and liaison to Commander of Bangladesh Special Forces and his
staff; delivered briefings and assisted in meetings with US Commander of Pacific Command.
EDUCATION
Master of Science in Strategic Planning for Critical Infrastructures (Magna Cum Laude)
University of Washington, Seattle, Washington
Bachelor of Arts in International Relations & Political Science
Eastern Washington University, Cheney, Washington
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
US Army Command & General Staff College
Joint Intelligence Special Operations Training, Defense Intelligence College, Defense Intelligence
Agency
Joint Intelligence Collection Management Training, Defense Intelligence College, Defense Intelligence Agency
US Army Combined Arms Service & Staff School
Senior Officer NATO Electronic Warfare Training
SECURITY CLEARANCE
Department of Defense Top Secret, SCI Access
Department of Energy Q Clearance, SCI Access
Current Counter-Intelligence Polygraph
Department of Homeland Security Protected Critical Infrastructure Information Certified
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint
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