Joseph C. Abercrombie
Summary
Security Contractor and Trauma Medicine Instructor with 12+ years of experience in high-threat environments. Proven expertise in Tactical Trauma Care, triage, and emergency stabilization under combat and field conditions. Skilled in Crisis Response, Command & Control, Tactical Planning, and MEDEVAC coordination. Experienced leader of multicultural teams across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. Demonstrated ability to train, equip, and lead personnel in both security operations and medical readiness.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Instructor
Global Antiterrorism Training Assistance (GATA) Program, Department of State (DoS)
01.2024 - Current
- Delivered training for Crisis Response Team (CRT) and Advanced CRT (ACRT) courses to foreign police and emergency personnel.
- Provided instruction in Tactical Trauma Care , marksmanship, tactical communications, terrorist tactics, and Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) response.
- Supported the rewrite of CRTv5 curriculum and integrated medical readiness modules for field operations.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
Operations Manager
GEODIS Logistics
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Directed multi-cultural teams in receiving, quality assurance, inventory control, and logistics operations.
- Established and enforced operational procedures while tracking KPIs to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and profitability.
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Increased profit by streamlining operations.
Security Specialist
United States Embassy
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Secured U.S. Embassy personnel, including the Ambassador, in a high-threat environment.
- Led and trained multiple local teams working directly with host nation forces including engagement, base defense, and medical emergency response.
- Served on the Emergency Response Team, conducting surveillance and providing rapid response to incidents.
Operations Supervisor
GEODIS Logistics
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Supervised 48 associates, optimized workflows, and implemented Standard Operating Procedures to improve efficiency.
- Analyzed trends and developed countermeasures while reporting on Profit and Loss and Key Performance Indicators.
- Conducted ongoing reviews of program financial systems to assess cost control measures.
Team Leader
101st Airborne Division, Unite States Army (U.S. Army)
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Led a 10-man team on security patrols, reconnaissance, and air assault missions in Khowst Province.
- Executed tactical checkpoints, collected biometrics, and escorted Department of State personnel.
- Coordinated MEDEVAC procedures and administered extensive trauma care during combat operations.
- Responsible for the development of training curriculum and evaluated performance and capabilities of 10 team members regarding Advance Life Saver (ALS) and Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC)
Infantry Sniper
U.S. Army
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Managed $3M in equipment and developed a pre-course for the U.S. Army Sniper School.
- Trained 10 soldiers in long-range precision fire, surveillance, and combat operations.
- Provided overwatch for key leader engagements and conducted reconnaissance missions.
Skills
- Academic instruction
- Strategic Planning / Management
- Logistic Network Management
- Training Management
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation
- Performance Metric / Reporting
- Trauma Medicine Instructor
Certification
- Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC), OGARA Group, 2019
- High Threat Personnel Protection Course WPS II, Montross, VA, 2019
- Advanced Emergency Medical Technician, Indiana 2015
- Advanced Sniper School, U.S. Army, 2010
- Professional Leadership Development, U.S. Army, 2011
- Air Assault Course, U.S. Army, 2011
- SERE, U.S. Army, 2013
- Additional training: Communications, CBRN, Anti-Terrorism, Armorer School
COUNTRIES OF EXPERIENCE
Somalia | Kenya | Afghanistan | Kurdistan | South Korea | Japan | Australia
Timeline
Staff Instructor
Global Antiterrorism Training Assistance (GATA) Program, Department of State (DoS)
01.2024 - Current
Operations Manager
GEODIS Logistics
01.2021 - 01.2022
Security Specialist
United States Embassy
01.2019 - 01.2021
Operations Supervisor
GEODIS Logistics
01.2015 - 01.2019
Team Leader
101st Airborne Division, Unite States Army (U.S. Army)
01.2012 - 01.2014
Infantry Sniper
U.S. Army
01.2010 - 01.2012
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