Joe Strobaugh

About Joe Strobaugh

Trusted Advisor and Senior Analyst driving strategic defense initiatives at the intersection of CWMD and irregular warfare. With a fully vetted clearance and deep DoD expertise, I transform complex operational challenges into actionable strategies that strengthen U.S. and allied defense posture.Army Veteran with 15+ years leading high-stakes operations across the Department of Defense. My career spans strategic planning, program management, and international defense collaboration-from co-authoring USG-approved process improvements to leading AUKUS and FVEY integration efforts. I thrive in environments where precision, innovation, and cross-functional alignment drive mission success.I specialize in: Counter-WMD (CWMD) Strategy & Program Integration Irregular Warfare Operations & SOF Support Strategic Defense Collaboration & International Partnerships Complex Program Management ($50K-$20M+ portfolios) Security Classification & Disruptive Technology Protocols Managed $300M+ RDT & E portfolio, driving policy implementation and enhancing program management efficiency for senior leadership Provided senior-level support to USSOCOM plans and exercises, translating intelligence insights into actionable Department programs Co-authored three corporate process improvements approved by USG, optimizing DoD operations across staffing, awards tasking, and qualitative analysis Led strategic agreements supporting AUKUS and FVEY partners while integrating Department CWMD programs with multinational organizations CERTIFICATIONS: Joint CWMD Planners Course | Nuclear Weapons Orientation Course | U.S. Nuclear Policy Course | Joint Special Operations Battle Staff | PMP | Six Sigma Black Belt | DAWIA Science & Technology Manager EXPERTISE: Strategic Operations Planning Cross-Functional Team Leadership Defense Policy & Guidance International Relations Program Performance Tracking Security Protocols Stakeholder Engagement Mission AlignmentAlways interested in connecting with defense professionals focused on emerging threats and operational excellence!

Experience

1. Senior Military Operations Analyst, Undersea Technologies

   Systems Planning & Analysis

   Jan 2026 — Present · Alexandria, VA, US

Education

• Syracuse University - Martin J. Whitman School of Management

  Professional Certification, Project Management Professional

  2017 — 2017

• Northview High School

  High School, High School Diploma

  2001 — 2005

• Liberty University

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Business Administration & Data Analytics

• Liberty University

  Master of Public Policy (MPP), International Affairs & Government

Skills

• Leadership
• Force Protection
• Combat
• Training
• Military
• Military Operations
• Military Experience
• Security Clearance
• Army
• Management
• Operational Planning
• Mentoring
• Team Leadership
• Weapons
• Command
• Organizational Leadership
• Leadership Development
• Tactics
• Recruiting
• Human Resources
• Active Dod Secret Clearance
• Supervisory Skills
• Emergency Management
• Information Technology
• Security Management
• Information Assurance
• Lean Six Sigma
• Customer Service
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Logistics Management
• Operations Management
• Project Management
• Project Planning
• Program Management
• Program Development
• Logistic Support
• Global Logistics
• Project Coordination