Castaneda_Resume
FILMER M. CASTANEDA �Cazz�
Bradenton, Florida 34203
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To Whom This May Concern:
My combined 30 plus year global security supervisory, operational and law enforcement experience, plus USMC Force Reconnaissance background makes me an ideal candidate for operational programs in various parts of the world. Currently the Chief Instructor for Janus Global under the U.S. State Department Worldwide Protective Service II (WPS), and advisor / mentor for the King of Malaysia and President of Sri Lanka�s protection detail. Multiple tours to Kabul Afghanistan as a PSS/FI in support of DOS Task Order-10, and recently the SOC LLC Training Manager responsible for WPS DOS programs executed at the King Abdullah II Special Operations Training Center (KASOTC) in Amman Jordan; overseeing training processes from Uganda and Kenya and into Iraq. Prior to, I was an IC with ViaGlobal Group tasked to support and train international clients at KASOTC, to include U.S. Embassy personnel.
Formerly an employee with TRIPLE CANOPY since inception, I participated in developing and strategizing technical and tactical instruction under DOS guidelines. I was the Lead BFFOC (Basic Field Firearms Officer Course) Instructor responsible for professionalizing select cadre to be DOS approved Firearm Instructors. Prior to instructor duties, I deployed as a DOD Contractor in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) on a Protection Detail. Tertiary duties included training Free Iraqi Fighters (FIF) and Kurdish (Peshmerga) in Iraq; and Third Country Nationals (TCNs) from Chile, Peru, Fiji, and South and East Africa to support multi-level security operations.
Before contracting, I was a Federal Law Enforcement Officer with the Federal Air Marshal Service. I was additionally assigned the Director of Training at the Los Angeles Field Office, and provided comprehensive assessment, evaluation and training to both JTTF and local law enforcement agencies.
Prior to my federal obligation, I was the chief instructor for over 100 Nuclear Security Force personnel. Our mission was to protect the public health and safety by detecting and preventing acts of radiological sabotage against a design basis terrorist threat. Often requested to assess, evaluate, and challenge intrusion detection systems and response capabilities of other nuclear sites. When off-duty, I trained private law-abiding citizens in basic/advance handgun defense techniques, conceal carry, and survival.
Bulk of my experience is attributed to twelve years with the U. S. Marine Corps. The majority of this time was in command of units that performed missions unique to special operations. I participated in independent operations with Army and Navy Special Operation Forces, various allied commando units, and support to �real world� crisis during assignment with JTF, Marine Expeditionary Units, and 2nd Force Reconnaissance Detachment.
Educational Credentials:
U.S. State Department Instructor: currently approved for:
* Instructor Development (Basic Field Firearms Officer Course)
* Adult Learning Theory
* Firearms (Pistol, Rifle, Crew Served Weapons, Shotgun, M203 Grenade Launcher, AK47 etc.)
* Tactics (Defensive Tactics, Close Quarters Battle etc.)
* Protective Security Detail
* Motorcade Operations
* Resources and Tactical Skills
NRA Firearms Instructor (Certified)
Bachelor of Science, Physical Geography, University of Utah, May 84
High School Diploma, Marine Military Academy, May 80
CLEARANCE LEVEL (highest held): Top Secret
CURRENT CLEARANCE: U.S. State Department Secret
DOD CAC Card: Expired
Passport: Current
Military Rank: Captain, USMC
Relevant Experience:
Chief Instructor, Janus Global, U.S. Department of State, Task Order 9, Erbil Iraq, and Task Order 13 Somalia; July 16, 2018 � Present
Supervise and execute instructor manning, WPS II curriculum which includes, but not limited to: High Risk Dignitary protection, Advance Operations, Vehicle Dynamics, Motorcade Operations, Mission Planning, Attack on Principal, Room Entry Tactics, etc.
Shift Leader / Advance Agent, G-Unit Touring, Saudi Arabia, July 2019
Provided executive protection detail in direct support of rap musician 50cent.
RMFI / ERT, U.S. Department of State, Task Order 10, Kabul Afghanistan July 16, 2015 � June 2018
Direct support to AEGIS as Range Master Firearms Instructor, including operational tasking as an auxiliary Emergency Response Team member.
Chief Instructor / Consultant, Ironside America LLC, Tempe Arizona, March 2017 - present
Provide comprehensive technical and tactical high threat protection procedures to the King of Malaysia�s protection detail. A dynamic 50-day program covering every aspect of dignitary protection to a Royal Family. Additionally, I provide �on the ground� mentorship to the Royal PSD teams during operational events alongside His Majesty.
Instructor / Facilitator, U.S. Department of State, Anti-Terrorism Assistance Program / Special Program Embassy Augmentation Response: San Luis Potosi, Mexico October 19 � 22 November 2014, Colombo Sri Lanka July 7 � 26 August 2017, Bangladesh 27 Sep � 4 Nov 2017, and Nairobi Kenya 21 Nov � 15 Dec 2017
Provide advance Tactical Support Team training in support of Protection of National Leaders to Mexico Federal Police Officers. Additionally, provided same, to include PNL Site Advances and Train-the-Trainer to the Sri Lankan Presidential and Prime Minister protection detail, and Quick Reaction Force / Observer Support Team programs in Africa.
Military Advisor, MissionX.com, Jan 2013 to present
Provide technical SOF advice, role development, scripting for movies and documentaries, and total immersion training for director and actors seeking authenticity and historical accuracy. Involvement as military advisor, stunt driver and actor with Monsters II: Dark Continent filmed on location in Jordan; to include the upcoming Sandcastle starring Nicholas Hoult and Henry Cavill. Additionally, I provided Close Protection to Jon Stewart while on set directing the film �Rosewater� in Amman Jordan.
Chief Instructor, Solutions Group International, January 2006 - present
High-Risk Dignitary Protection (HRDP) course designed to prepare operators for placement on a detail. Have personally trained protective teams and or from:
� FBI (Sacramento Field Office)
� Los Angeles District Attorney: Protection Detail
� Los Angeles Police Department
� San Bernardino Sheriff SWAT
� Los Angeles School Police Department
� U.S. Department of State Contract Detail (Los Angeles Field Office)
� California Highway Patrol, Governor�s Protective Detail
� Sacramento PD SWAT / SED California
� Richmond PD, California
� Pomona PD SWAT, California
� Riverside PD Detectives and SWAT, California
� Escondido PD, California
� Linkin Park Protective Detail / Body Guards
� Shelby County Sheriff�s Office SWAT, Tennessee
� Heath PD, Texas
� Dallas County Texas Sheriff
� Rockwell Texas Police Department
� Phoenix PD Mayor�s Protective Detail
� Phoenix PD SWAT
� Portland Oregon PD Criminal Intelligence Unit, Oregon
� Abraxis Protective Detail, South Africa
� Huntington West Virginia PD
� United States Marine Corps
� Honduras National Police
� Editors from RECOIL, SWAT, Guns and Ammo, Military Times, NRA News, Intermedia Outdoors etc.
Instructor / Consultant, VxL Enterprise, Virginia May 2014- 2018
Provide basic and advance weapons and tactical training in accordance with U.S. Department of State programs.
Instructor / Consultant, Falcon Operations Group, California Dec 2013- present
Provide advance weapons and tactical training to San Onofre Nuclear Station�s Adversary Team; designed to enhance their mandated NRC force-on-force exercise.
Lead Instructor, Altair Training Solutions, Naples, Florida Oct 2013- 2018
Provide advance tactical carbine and pistol training to Military, Law Enforcement, Security Professionals, and Law Abiding Citizens.
Training Manager, SOC LLC, June 2012 to September 2013
Responsible for the leadership, management and oversight of multiple training programs for U.S. State Department task order to BESF (Baghdad Embassy Security Force).
Instructor / Liaison Officer, ViaGlobal Group / King Abdullah II Special Operations Training Center, Amman Jordan Sept 2011 � June 2012
Provided tactical training / supervision to international clients; direct involvement with:
� U.S. Consulate � Jerusalem
� U.S. Embassy- Amman
� Jordan Royal Guard
� King Hussein Brigade
� U.S Service Men and Women during Eager Lion
� Annual Warrior Competition
Triple Canopy Inc.
� Chief Instructor, Aug 09-Sep 11 - Responsible for up to 80-DOS approved WPS instructors. Provide the leadership necessary to manage, coach and mentor high caliber personnel in the conduct of various courses.
� Mobile Training Team Leader, Nov 05-Aug 09 - Provide tactical instruction to selected trainees for worldwide deployment. Performed multiple QAQC in the Jordan Valley, Baghdad Iraq, Uganda and the Republic of South Africa; providing critical oversight and training ISO DOS and DOD contracts.
� Protective Security Detail, Dec 03-Nov 05 - I was the primary PSD Advance Agent in support of CPA (Coalition Provisional Authority) missions in Iraq. I provided terminal guidance, vulnerability assessment and site survey briefings to AIC, SL and PSD Team. Instrumental in building a Data Base of all advances performed in the Northern Region of Iraq. This Data Base served as an effective turn-over tool for follow-on Advance Agents and visits. I also provided same to SEAL Team 2 and several British PSDs in country. Also held billets as the Agent in Charge, Shift Leader, CAT Commander and Motorcade Officer. Additionally, I provided tactical training to Iraqi FIF personnel in Baghdad, and Kurdish Peshmerga Militia. Personally, awarded a �Service Citation� by the CPA, signed by the Administrator � L. Paul Bremer III, for distinguished and devoted service to our Nation, the Coalition and the people of Iraq.
Training Director, Federal Air Marshal Service, Nov. 01 � Dec 03
Aside from Air Marshal Duties, I was personally selected by the Special Agent in Charge to provide tactical training to the entire division; which included supervising a 20-man Training Staff to support that effort. Curriculum included, but not limited to Surveillance, Counter-Surveillance, Counterterrorism and Marksmanship, to include aircraft specific CQB, CQC and Physical Fitness. Additionally, I provided QAQC assessment, evaluation and training to the San Diego District Attorney�s Office, San Diego Sheriff�s Office and the Federal Bureau of Investigations.
Training Lt., Harris Nuclear Station, New Hill, N.C., May 96-Nov.01
As a Training Lieutenant, I provided training necessary to execute passive/active and internal/external nuclear security operations mandated by federal regulation and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Additionally, I provided QAQC guidance regarding tactical, defensive strategies specific to nuclear stations, nation wide.
Personal Defense & Handgun Safety Ctr., Jul 96 � Nov 01
Provided training to Law Enforcement, Federal Investigators, Industrial Security Officers and Private Law-Abiding Citizens in marksmanship fundamentals, concealed carry and risk aversion / conflict avoidance. To support the training initiative, I personally scripted and implemented the �Defensive Pistol Craft� instructional series 1 � 6. This progressive course prepared students for armed confrontation at home and on the street.
Captain, United States Marine Corps - May 84 � Jan 96
Various duty stations (see DD214)
I served 12-honorable years in the United States Marine Corps. The highest rank attained was that of a 03 / Captain. My billets / positions included: Battalion Operations Officer, J3 Operations Officer, Battalion Executive Officer & Headquarters Commandant, Commander, Maritime Special Purpose Raid Force (MSPF), Detachment Commander 2d Force Reconnaissance Company, Officer in Charge Amphibious Reconnaissance Branch, Company Commander / Platoon Commander 2d Reconnaissance Battalion, and Infantry Platoon Commander 1st Bn. 8th Marines.
TRAINING � multiple schools and certifications; available on request.
Respectfully,
F.M. �Cazz� Castaneda
FILMER M. CASTANEDA �Cazz�
Bradenton, Florida 34203
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C------------
To Whom This May Concern:
My combined 30 plus year global security supervisory, operational and law enforcement experience, plus USMC Force Reconnaissance background makes me an ideal candidate for operational programs in various parts of the world. Currently the Chief Instructor for Janus Global under the U.S. State Department Worldwide Protective Service II (WPS), and advisor / mentor for the King of Malaysia and President of Sri Lanka�s protection detail. Multiple tours to Kabul Afghanistan as a PSS/FI in support of DOS Task Order-10, and recently the SOC LLC Training Manager responsible for WPS DOS programs executed at the King Abdullah II Special Operations Training Center (KASOTC) in Amman Jordan; overseeing training processes from Uganda and Kenya and into Iraq. Prior to, I was an IC with ViaGlobal Group tasked to support and train international clients at KASOTC, to include U.S. Embassy personnel.
Formerly an employee with TRIPLE CANOPY since inception, I participated in developing and strategizing technical and tactical instruction under DOS guidelines. I was the Lead BFFOC (Basic Field Firearms Officer Course) Instructor responsible for professionalizing select cadre to be DOS approved Firearm Instructors. Prior to instructor duties, I deployed as a DOD Contractor in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) on a Protection Detail. Tertiary duties included training Free Iraqi Fighters (FIF) and Kurdish (Peshmerga) in Iraq; and Third Country Nationals (TCNs) from Chile, Peru, Fiji, and South and East Africa to support multi-level security operations.
Before contracting, I was a Federal Law Enforcement Officer with the Federal Air Marshal Service. I was additionally assigned the Director of Training at the Los Angeles Field Office, and provided comprehensive assessment, evaluation and training to both JTTF and local law enforcement agencies.
Prior to my federal obligation, I was the chief instructor for over 100 Nuclear Security Force personnel. Our mission was to protect the public health and safety by detecting and preventing acts of radiological sabotage against a design basis terrorist threat. Often requested to assess, evaluate, and challenge intrusion detection systems and response capabilities of other nuclear sites. When off-duty, I trained private law-abiding citizens in basic/advance handgun defense techniques, conceal carry, and survival.
Bulk of my experience is attributed to twelve years with the U. S. Marine Corps. The majority of this time was in command of units that performed missions unique to special operations. I participated in independent operations with Army and Navy Special Operation Forces, various allied commando units, and support to �real world� crisis during assignment with JTF, Marine Expeditionary Units, and 2nd Force Reconnaissance Detachment.
Educational Credentials:
U.S. State Department Instructor: currently approved for:
* Instructor Development (Basic Field Firearms Officer Course)
* Adult Learning Theory
* Firearms (Pistol, Rifle, Crew Served Weapons, Shotgun, M203 Grenade Launcher, AK47 etc.)
* Tactics (Defensive Tactics, Close Quarters Battle etc.)
* Protective Security Detail
* Motorcade Operations
* Resources and Tactical Skills
NRA Firearms Instructor (Certified)
Bachelor of Science, Physical Geography, University of Utah, May 84
High School Diploma, Marine Military Academy, May 80
CLEARANCE LEVEL (highest held): Top Secret
CURRENT CLEARANCE: U.S. State Department Secret
DOD CAC Card: Expired
Passport: Current
Military Rank: Captain, USMC
Relevant Experience:
Chief Instructor, Janus Global, U.S. Department of State, Task Order 9, Erbil Iraq, and Task Order 13 Somalia; July 16, 2018 � Present
Supervise and execute instructor manning, WPS II curriculum which includes, but not limited to: High Risk Dignitary protection, Advance Operations, Vehicle Dynamics, Motorcade Operations, Mission Planning, Attack on Principal, Room Entry Tactics, etc.
Shift Leader / Advance Agent, G-Unit Touring, Saudi Arabia, July 2019
Provided executive protection detail in direct support of rap musician 50cent.
RMFI / ERT, U.S. Department of State, Task Order 10, Kabul Afghanistan July 16, 2015 � June 2018
Direct support to AEGIS as Range Master Firearms Instructor, including operational tasking as an auxiliary Emergency Response Team member.
Chief Instructor / Consultant, Ironside America LLC, Tempe Arizona, March 2017 - present
Provide comprehensive technical and tactical high threat protection procedures to the King of Malaysia�s protection detail. A dynamic 50-day program covering every aspect of dignitary protection to a Royal Family. Additionally, I provide �on the ground� mentorship to the Royal PSD teams during operational events alongside His Majesty.
Instructor / Facilitator, U.S. Department of State, Anti-Terrorism Assistance Program / Special Program Embassy Augmentation Response: San Luis Potosi, Mexico October 19 � 22 November 2014, Colombo Sri Lanka July 7 � 26 August 2017, Bangladesh 27 Sep � 4 Nov 2017, and Nairobi Kenya 21 Nov � 15 Dec 2017
Provide advance Tactical Support Team training in support of Protection of National Leaders to Mexico Federal Police Officers. Additionally, provided same, to include PNL Site Advances and Train-the-Trainer to the Sri Lankan Presidential and Prime Minister protection detail, and Quick Reaction Force / Observer Support Team programs in Africa.
Military Advisor, MissionX.com, Jan 2013 to present
Provide technical SOF advice, role development, scripting for movies and documentaries, and total immersion training for director and actors seeking authenticity and historical accuracy. Involvement as military advisor, stunt driver and actor with Monsters II: Dark Continent filmed on location in Jordan; to include the upcoming Sandcastle starring Nicholas Hoult and Henry Cavill. Additionally, I provided Close Protection to Jon Stewart while on set directing the film �Rosewater� in Amman Jordan.
Chief Instructor, Solutions Group International, January 2006 - present
High-Risk Dignitary Protection (HRDP) course designed to prepare operators for placement on a detail. Have personally trained protective teams and or from:
� FBI (Sacramento Field Office)
� Los Angeles District Attorney: Protection Detail
� Los Angeles Police Department
� San Bernardino Sheriff SWAT
� Los Angeles School Police Department
� U.S. Department of State Contract Detail (Los Angeles Field Office)
� California Highway Patrol, Governor�s Protective Detail
� Sacramento PD SWAT / SED California
� Richmond PD, California
� Pomona PD SWAT, California
� Riverside PD Detectives and SWAT, California
� Escondido PD, California
� Linkin Park Protective Detail / Body Guards
� Shelby County Sheriff�s Office SWAT, Tennessee
� Heath PD, Texas
� Dallas County Texas Sheriff
� Rockwell Texas Police Department
� Phoenix PD Mayor�s Protective Detail
� Phoenix PD SWAT
� Portland Oregon PD Criminal Intelligence Unit, Oregon
� Abraxis Protective Detail, South Africa
� Huntington West Virginia PD
� United States Marine Corps
� Honduras National Police
� Editors from RECOIL, SWAT, Guns and Ammo, Military Times, NRA News, Intermedia Outdoors etc.
Instructor / Consultant, VxL Enterprise, Virginia May 2014- 2018
Provide basic and advance weapons and tactical training in accordance with U.S. Department of State programs.
Instructor / Consultant, Falcon Operations Group, California Dec 2013- present
Provide advance weapons and tactical training to San Onofre Nuclear Station�s Adversary Team; designed to enhance their mandated NRC force-on-force exercise.
Lead Instructor, Altair Training Solutions, Naples, Florida Oct 2013- 2018
Provide advance tactical carbine and pistol training to Military, Law Enforcement, Security Professionals, and Law Abiding Citizens.
Training Manager, SOC LLC, June 2012 to September 2013
Responsible for the leadership, management and oversight of multiple training programs for U.S. State Department task order to BESF (Baghdad Embassy Security Force).
Instructor / Liaison Officer, ViaGlobal Group / King Abdullah II Special Operations Training Center, Amman Jordan Sept 2011 � June 2012
Provided tactical training / supervision to international clients; direct involvement with:
� U.S. Consulate � Jerusalem
� U.S. Embassy- Amman
� Jordan Royal Guard
� King Hussein Brigade
� U.S Service Men and Women during Eager Lion
� Annual Warrior Competition
Triple Canopy Inc.
� Chief Instructor, Aug 09-Sep 11 - Responsible for up to 80-DOS approved WPS instructors. Provide the leadership necessary to manage, coach and mentor high caliber personnel in the conduct of various courses.
� Mobile Training Team Leader, Nov 05-Aug 09 - Provide tactical instruction to selected trainees for worldwide deployment. Performed multiple QAQC in the Jordan Valley, Baghdad Iraq, Uganda and the Republic of South Africa; providing critical oversight and training ISO DOS and DOD contracts.
� Protective Security Detail, Dec 03-Nov 05 - I was the primary PSD Advance Agent in support of CPA (Coalition Provisional Authority) missions in Iraq. I provided terminal guidance, vulnerability assessment and site survey briefings to AIC, SL and PSD Team. Instrumental in building a Data Base of all advances performed in the Northern Region of Iraq. This Data Base served as an effective turn-over tool for follow-on Advance Agents and visits. I also provided same to SEAL Team 2 and several British PSDs in country. Also held billets as the Agent in Charge, Shift Leader, CAT Commander and Motorcade Officer. Additionally, I provided tactical training to Iraqi FIF personnel in Baghdad, and Kurdish Peshmerga Militia. Personally, awarded a �Service Citation� by the CPA, signed by the Administrator � L. Paul Bremer III, for distinguished and devoted service to our Nation, the Coalition and the people of Iraq.
Training Director, Federal Air Marshal Service, Nov. 01 � Dec 03
Aside from Air Marshal Duties, I was personally selected by the Special Agent in Charge to provide tactical training to the entire division; which included supervising a 20-man Training Staff to support that effort. Curriculum included, but not limited to Surveillance, Counter-Surveillance, Counterterrorism and Marksmanship, to include aircraft specific CQB, CQC and Physical Fitness. Additionally, I provided QAQC assessment, evaluation and training to the San Diego District Attorney�s Office, San Diego Sheriff�s Office and the Federal Bureau of Investigations.
Training Lt., Harris Nuclear Station, New Hill, N.C., May 96-Nov.01
As a Training Lieutenant, I provided training necessary to execute passive/active and internal/external nuclear security operations mandated by federal regulation and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Additionally, I provided QAQC guidance regarding tactical, defensive strategies specific to nuclear stations, nation wide.
Personal Defense & Handgun Safety Ctr., Jul 96 � Nov 01
Provided training to Law Enforcement, Federal Investigators, Industrial Security Officers and Private Law-Abiding Citizens in marksmanship fundamentals, concealed carry and risk aversion / conflict avoidance. To support the training initiative, I personally scripted and implemented the �Defensive Pistol Craft� instructional series 1 � 6. This progressive course prepared students for armed confrontation at home and on the street.
Captain, United States Marine Corps - May 84 � Jan 96
Various duty stations (see DD214)
I served 12-honorable years in the United States Marine Corps. The highest rank attained was that of a 03 / Captain. My billets / positions included: Battalion Operations Officer, J3 Operations Officer, Battalion Executive Officer & Headquarters Commandant, Commander, Maritime Special Purpose Raid Force (MSPF), Detachment Commander 2d Force Reconnaissance Company, Officer in Charge Amphibious Reconnaissance Branch, Company Commander / Platoon Commander 2d Reconnaissance Battalion, and Infantry Platoon Commander 1st Bn. 8th Marines.
TRAINING � multiple schools and certifications; available on request.
Respectfully,
F.M. �Cazz� Castaneda