Devin Carlson

About Devin Carlson

Global security leader with 17+ years protecting people and enabling mission success across three continents. Currently leading complex security operations in Pakistan, managing 200+ personnel and multi-million dollar budgets in high-threat environments.Leadership Philosophy:Be professional. Be accountable. Be consistent. I empower teams while providing support they need to succeed. Open communication, performance recognition, and maintaining perspective strengthens teams and drives results.Beyond Security:Passionate about conservation biology and exploring how AI can transform security operations. When not managing operations, you\'ll find me on mid-Atlantic rivers chasing trout.Always interested in connecting with security professionals and leaders who believe in enabling success through smart security.

Experience

1. Supervisory Special Agent

   U.S. Department Of State

   Jun 2025 — Present · Peshawar, PK

   Lead security operations protecting 200+ U.S. and local personnel across multiple facilities in high-threat environment. Manage cross-functional security team and coordinate crisis response, threat intelligence, and emergency operations. Partner with host government, international organizations, and commercial vendors to maintain continuous operations while enabling diplomatic mission success. Direct budget allocation and resource optimization across physical security, investigations, and emergency preparedness programs.

Education

• St. Mary's College of Maryland

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History

  2003 — 2007

• Arizona State University

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Conservation Biology and Ecology

• National Intelligence University

  Master of Science - MS, Strategic Intelligence