Ken Ohlson

About Ken Ohlson

Senior leader with over 20 years of Security Management experience, including 8 years of Risk Assessment experience at the leading edge of United States\' National Security critical infrastructure and critical network risk management actions. Masterfully leads diverse cross-functional teams of 2 to in an array of disciplines (Cybersecurity, Physical Security, Emergency Management, Continuity of Operations, and others.) Crafts enduring relationships with internal and external customers to earn respect and gain their business. Expertly translates complex technical topics into clear and actionable information.

Experience

1. Director of Programs

   Simplesense

   Jan 2025 — Present

Education

• University of Phoenix

  Master of Arts (M.A.), Organizational Management

  2002 — 2004

• Air University

  Master of Science (M.S.), Military Operational Art and Science

  2004 — 2005

• United States Air Force Academy

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Mathematics

  1988 — 1992

• Marine Corps University

  Master of Arts (M.A.), Strategic Studies

  2012 — 2013

Skills

• Tactics
• Weapons Handling
• Active Top Secret Security Clearance
• C4isr
• Defence
• Security Operations
• Joint Military Operations
• Intelligence Analysis
• Exercises
• Security Management
• Military Operations
• Security Clearance
• Operational Planning
• Electronic Warfare
• Interagency Coordination
• Special Operations
• Readiness
• Weapons of Mass Destruction
• Sci Clearance
• Joint Operations
• Defence Sector
• Counterterrorism
• Counterintelligence
• Defense
• Contingency Planning
• Active Ts/Sci Clearance
• Intelligence
• Aircraft
• Military
• Top Secret
• Physical Security
• Weapons
• Command
• Command & Control
• Military Affairs
• Afghanistan
• Reconnaissance
• Dod
• National Security
• Homeland Security