Michael J. McCusker

Key Responsibility:

Responsible for leading operations and plans in the Marine Corps, focusing on amphibious reconnaissance and counterterrorism post-9/11. Coordinated with interagency partners to implement policies and operations for the Global War on Terrorism, ensuring effective collaboration and mission execution.

Accomplishments:

• Achieved a successful 24+ year career in the Marine Corps, rising from enlisted ranks to the position of Lieutenant Colonel, demonstrating exceptional leadership and dedication (MOS 0311,0302,9953/8026, 0402).

• Served as a critical lead planner in the JSOC/USSOCOM Counterterrorism Campaign Support Group (CTCSG) post-9/11, significantly contributing to the development of USSOCOM's role as the coordinator for the U.S. Government's Global War on Terrorism Campaign plan.

• Commanded at all levels for Infantry and Reconnaissance units at the Plt, Company and Battalion level.

• Enhanced command capabilities as executive staff at the Regimental, Division, 4th MEB (AT), and HQMC M&RA staff level.

• Developed and implemented strategic operations that resulted in highly successful outcomes in combating terrorism and countering weapons of mass destruction (CWMDE), directly supporting national security objectives.

• Led cross-functional teams in executing complex operations, ensuring alignment of objectives and fostering effective communication among coalition partners for successful mission execution on a global scale.

•High Risk skills Certification: US Army Ranger, US Airborne/ Static line JMaster /MFF US Army JFKSWCS, US Navy and Marine Corps CmbtDive and Dive Supervisor, HRST master, CQB/EMT trained, Counter Drug Ops Planner Certified, Jungle Ops Crs Panama,

DoD Contractor

Key Responsibility: Responsible for enhancing Special Operations Forces (SOF) capabilities through planning analysis for the MARFORSOC CV2 RAVEN Exercise Program. This encompassed refining scenarios for operational readiness and coordinating with partners to meet project timelines.

Accomplishments:

• Successfully upgraded Special Operations Forces (SOF) operations and planning analysis for the MARFORSOC CV2 RAVEN Exercise Program, resulting in improved readiness and effectiveness in addressing current global threats.

• Refined validation scenarios using real-world experiences and contemporary SOF operations, significantly enhancing the operational capabilities of teams in response to evolving security challenges.

• Spearheaded the coordination efforts among various staff sections, contractors, and agencies, including HQ USSOCOM and Coalition SOF, ensuring timely delivery of critical project milestones and operational goals.

• Successfully presented strategic options that led to the completion of multiple DoD contracts, demonstrating the ability to navigate complex requirements and deliver results on schedule.

• Upgraded all higher CJCS and Theater-level documents and authorities to align with real-world EXORDs, PLANORDs, and OPlans, resulting in more realistic and successful certification exercises for deploying units.

Key Responsibility: Responsible for formulating and overseeing theater campaign and contingency plans for JSOC/SOCOM and CENTCOM. This included creating high-level strategy documents for USSOCOM and supporting DoD operations while refining policies to enhance operational effectiveness against national security threats.

Accomplishments:

• Successfully formulated and oversaw JSOC/SOCOM and CENTCOM Theater Campaign and contingency plans, enhancing the strategic framework for Special Operations Forces (SOF) core operations across multiple theaters.

• Spearheaded the development of critical strategy and policy documents for USSOCOM at the SecDef/POTUS level, significantly advancing initiatives in technology, counterterrorism, counterinsurgency, and counter weapons of mass destruction (CWMDE).

• Directly supported Department of Defense (DoD) and Other Government Agency (OGA) Operations against top-tier national security threats, contributing to a safer United States through effective planning and execution.

• Refined existing policies and procedures related to SOF operations within the DoD and USSOCOM, resulting in more dynamic authorities and improved responsiveness in real-world contingency operations.

• Played a pivotal role in coordinating efforts between various military and government agencies, enhancing collaboration and ensuring alignment of strategies and operations in addressing both nation-state and non-state threats.