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Benjamin D.

Technical Project Manager at Ridgeline International

Benjamin D. has a diverse work experience spanning various industries and roles. Benjamin began their career as a Machinist at Trusted Systems & Masterworks Machining from April 2003 to August 2004. Benjamin then worked as an Event Supervisor and Coordinator at Fun Events USA, responsible for overseeing various events from 2002 to 2005.

In 2006, Benjamin joined the United States Marine Corps, where they served as the Guard Detachment Section Leader and later as a Presidential Security Specialist until 2008. During their time in the Marine Corps, they gained expertise in security and provided support to the White House Communications Agency and National Security Council.

In 2008, Benjamin transitioned to the Marine Special Operations Command, where they held multiple roles, including Marine Raider/Critical Skills Operator, Intelligence & Information Gathering Operational Specialist, and Administrative, Weapons, and Communications Representative. Benjamin executed missions in various special operations areas and demonstrated a high level of maturity and critical thinking skills. Benjamin's service with the Marine Corps lasted until 2014.

Following their military service, Benjamin worked at Olgoonik Global Security as the Deputy Program Manager for Mobile Video Systems and later as an Electronic Countermeasures Subject Matter Expert. Benjamin provided support and guidance for programs related to electronic countermeasures and video surveillance.

In 2017, Benjamin became a Small Business Owner of Dyson Dimensions LLC, before moving on to work as a Technical Advisor at EKS Group, LLC from 2018 to 2019, providing tailored solutions and analysis for special operations and intelligence agencies.

In 2019, Benjamin took on a role as an Independent Consultant, working as a self-employed professional. In the same year, they also worked as an Intrapreneur at L2T, LLC, utilizing their entrepreneurial skills within the organization.

Currently, Benjamin is working as a Technical Project Manager at Ridgeline International, Inc.

Throughout their career, Benjamin has gained extensive experience in leadership, project management, technical expertise, and security operations.

Benjamin D. began their education in 2001 at Carroll Christian Schools, where they pursued a general studies field of study until 2005. Later, in 2012, they attended the American Military University and obtained a degree in an unspecified field. In 2013, Benjamin acquired a Certified Technical Investigator certification from both the National Technical Investigators Association and the Academy of Computer Education, where they also completed a Certified Ethical Hacking Certification Course with a focus on ethical hacking. Continuing their education in the field, Benjamin pursued an Associate degree in Electronics and Computer Engineering from the University of Arkansas Grantham from 2018 to 2019.

In addition to their formal education, Benjamin D. has attained several certifications. In 2008, they obtained a First Responder CPR/AED and trauma-based medicine certification. The following year, they became a USMC Suicide Prevention Trainer. Benjamin also holds the title of Foreign Weapons Instructor Trainer, which they achieved in 2008 and later became a Joint Armorer in 2010 under the US Special Operations Command. In 2012, they earned a Technical Surveillance Operator certification through the US Marine Special Operations Command. In 2013, Benjamin obtained a Certified Technical Investigator certification from the National Technical Investigators Association and acquired a (CEH) Certified Ethical Hacker certification from the EC Council. Additionally, they completed the Dynamic Entry Level 2 Supervisor course offered by the US Marine Special Operations Command in 2013. Benjamin'slast certification, Body Language for Leaders, was obtained in 2017 from LinkedIn.

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  • Technical Project Manager

    January, 2023 - present