Scott Wares

Scott Wares has a diverse work experience spanning multiple roles and industries. Scott is currently working as a Senior Military Operations Analyst at Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. since May 2022. Prior to that, they served as a Senior Military Analyst/Operations Officer at the Defense Intelligence Agency from February 2018 to April 2022. Scott worked as an International Political-Military Affairs Strategic Planner at U.S. European Command from November 2014 to December 2015.

Scott also has experience in the military, having served as a Logistics Officer at 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) from February 2011 to September 2012. Scott was a Company Commander at 1st Armored Division from November 2008 to February 2011 and an Operations & Logistics Leader (Infantry Officer) at 82nd Airborne Division, U.S. Army from January 2005 to November 2007.

In addition, Scott worked at the United States Department of the Army as an International Program Director from February 2004 to August 2004. Scott was responsible for overseeing the planning and operations of the 60th Commemoration of the Normandy landings on D-Day, involving multi-national coordination and hosting participating heads of state.

Scott also has experience in the private sector. Scott served as the CEO of C-Four Communications, Inc, a successful venture focused on communication technologies and strategy for elected government officials, from April 1999 to January 2004. Prior to that, they worked as a Campaign Manager for Cannon for Congress (UT-3) from January 2002 to December 2002, where they led a successful incumbent political campaign using advanced campaign data management and analytics.

Overall, Scott Wares has a strong background in military operations, intelligence analysis, strategic planning, and private sector leadership, making him a valuable asset in various professional settings.

Scott Wares has a diverse education background. Scott obtained a Master of Arts (MA) degree in International Business and Policy from Georgetown University McDonough School of Business in 2019. Prior to this, they pursued a Master of Arts (MA) degree in National Security Affairs (Europe & Eurasia) at Naval Postgraduate School from 2016 to 2017.

In 2016-2017, Scott also completed Joint Professional Military Education I. (Sr Leader Development) at U.S. Naval War College. Earlier in their education journey, they earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in International Studies/Economics from Brigham Young University between 1987 and 1993.

Additionally, Scott has obtained several certifications to enhance their skills and expertise. These include "Ignite: Innovation & Entrepreneurship" from Stanford University Graduate School of Business in November 2021, "Professional Analyst Career Education (PACE)" from Defense Intelligence Agency in July 2019, "International Disaster Relief Operations" from USAID in January 2018, "NATO Staff Officer Course" from NATO SCHOOL OBERAMMERGAU in October 2015, "European Security Studies Seminar" from George C. Marshall Center in September 2015, "Malaysian & Indonesian Language Proficiency" from Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center in October 2014, and "Joint Foreign Area Officer Orientation Course" from the United States Department of the Army in June 2012.

Lastly, Scott holds a Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information with a Polygraph certification from the United States Department of Defense, although the specific information about when and where they obtained this certification is not provided.