Steven Thomas is a security operations professional and military veteran with over 13 years of experience in the United States Army. He has proven leadership skills, having led up to 315 personnel in domestic and global operations. Thomas also has extensive experience in training, as an infantry instructor graduating over 600 soldiers and designing lesson plans covering leadership, land navigation, and other topics. He served in Iraq for 15 months, conducting over 100 combat patrols and maintaining security as the Commander's Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge. Thomas seeks to leverage his risk mitigation, leadership, and security experience into a new career in the private sector.

1. STEVEN THOMAS
3610 Parkmill Dr. Killeen, TX 76542
(254) 317-8136
steventhomas_21@yahoo.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Security Operations Professional and Military Veteran with Secret Security Clearance and over 13 years of
proven experience in the United States Army. Accomplished measurable results while leading up to 315
personnel in a dynamic, fast - paced environment. Possess a comprehensive background leading cross-functional
teams in planning, preparing, and executing small unit tactical operations in diverse training environments derived
from conducting domestic and global operations in Iraq. Managed risk upon multiple lines to protect assets,
property, and equipment valued over $13M while meeting and exceeding expectations of senior leadership.
Recipient of multiple awards for outstanding performance and professionalism.
 Risk Mitigation  Decision Making  Time Managment
 Team Leadership
 Data Analysis
 Training and Development
 Problem Solving
 Organization/Communication
 Microsoft Office Suite
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
UNITED STATE ARMY – Various Locations 2002 – PRESENT
Infantry Instructor
 Provided direct classroom instruction with the Department of the Army’s entry-level managerial training
school (Warrior Leaders Course), graduating over 600 non-commissioned officers with 99% graduation rate
 Designed lesson plans for instructional purposes covering various items including: leadership, training
management, map reading, land navigation, drill and ceremony, and warfighting
 Trained 150 students in land navigation with a 97% first-time pass rate
Personnel Coordinator
 Conducted security technician training for 40 service members within the infantry occupational specialty
 Successfully trained soldiers in basic to advanced instruction in weapons, map reading, tactical movement,
fortifications, and urban assaults (MOUT Site)
 Provided logistical and administrative support to over 100 family members and assisted with 12 video
teleconferences, 12 family readiness group meeting, and five events
Security Technician
 Assigned as the Commanders, Non-Commission Officer in Charge of his Command and Control (PSD)
element in Baghdad, Iraq for 15 months
 Trained and instructed 10 subordinates for combat deployment while supporting units on urban tactics
training, processing intelligence data and providing tacticaland technical guidanceto subordinates
 Performed over 100 combat patrols/reconnaissance operations in Baghdad, Iraq to ensure freedom of
movement for patrolling units in the area
 Maintained complete accountability during redeployment of all sensitive items and communication
equipment with 100% accountability
 Received and implemented combat orders and directed deployment of personnel in offensive, defensive and
retrograde operations with effective decision-making skills in a high-pressure environment
 Supervised location, construction, and concealment of infantry positions and equipment
 Maintained rifles, machine guns, mortars and hand grenades and constructed field expedient firing aids for
infantry weapons
 Directed supporting fire to suppress enemy fire and allow troops to maneuver the area and coordinated
operations with armor, artillery and air support units

2.  Monitored and identified potential security threats and maintained security of the premises
 Utilized advanced communication skills to convey information rapidly, coherently, and concisely
 Performed day-to-day protective securityfunctions as specified in daily post and detail orders
 Maintained protective formations during movement and operated vehicles and weapons
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
 Structured Self-Development Level 3
 Infantryman Advanced Leader Course
 Rear Detachment Leaders Course
 Warrior Leaders Course
 Weapons Maintenance and Repair Course
 Rear Detachment Commanders Course
 Combatives Level 2
 Small Group Instructor Training Course
 Army Basic Instructor Course
 Range Safety Officer
AWARDS
Iraq Campaign medal w/2 Campaign Stars, Army Commendation Medal (4), Combat Infantryman Badge,
Expert Infantryman Badge, Valorous Unit Award, National Defense Security Ribbon, Over Seas Ribbon (6),
Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Non Commissioned
Officer Professional Development Ribbon (2), Army Service Ribbon