MOS 02 Intelligence
0231 ITAC Lead
Corporal Camilo Gaitan is enthusiastically recommended for the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal in recognition of his meritorious service while performing duties as Information Targeting Assessments Cell (ITAC) Lead, Multi-Domain Task Group-2, Information Group, II Marine Expeditionary Force, from October 2025 to March 2026. During this period, Corporal Gaitan distinguished himself through the following significant accomplishments:
-Corporal Gaitan consistently demonstrated exceptional initiative, technical proficiency, and dedication to mission accomplishment while operating well beyond the traditional scope of his primary Military Occupational Specialty (MOS). His contributions directly enhanced the command's ability to integrate information-related capabilities and non-kinetic effects into operational planning and execution.
-His meticulous planning skills were instrumental in the successful execution of MDTG-2's Tactical Situation Report (TACSIT) during Joint Task Force Exercise 26 (JTFEX-26) and the Target Workbench during Cold Response 2026 regarding non-kinetic and information maneuver target nominations and processes in both scenarios.
-Demonstrating visionary foresight, he developed a comprehensive cross-training initiative for the Marine Air Ground Task Force (MAGTF) Command Element, increasing mission-critical redundancies and ensuring every section could maintain full information environment situational awareness throughout the entirety of JTFEX-26 and Exercise Cold Response 26 as part of a Multi-Domain Task Group.
-Demonstrating exceptional leadership and subject matter expertise, Corporal Gaitan also led the Information Targeting and Assessment Cell (ITAC), providing critical information reconnaissance and analysis in support of MAGTF targeting efforts. In this role, he coordinated efforts to identify, analyze, and assess targets within the information environment. His leadership ensured the ITAC effectively integrated intelligence analysis with information-related capabilities, directly enhancing the MAGTF's targeting process.
-He flawlessly orchestrated the Multi-Domain Task Group 2's (MDTG-2) information shot call and Current Operational Picture/Common Intelligence Picture on behalf of over 150 forward deployed Marines within the II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group (MIG). His ability to synthesize complex intelligence reporting and operational data enabled the staff to identify opportunities where information operations could create decisive effects in support of MAGTF objectives.
-Operating outside the typical responsibilities of an All-Source Intelligence Specialist, Corporal Gaitan played a critical role in enabling MDTG-2 to synchronize information warfare capabilities across the MAGTF. Recognizing the growing importance of information operations in shaping the operational environment, he worked tirelessly to improve the development and refinement of assessment products used by commanders and staff to evaluate the effectiveness of non-kinetic operations. Through meticulous research, analysis, and collaboration, Corporal Gaitan enhanced the command's ability to measure and visualize the effects of information activities across the battlespace. His efforts significantly improved the staff's understanding of how non-kinetic effects can influence adversary decision-making, shape the information environment, and create conditions that enabled maneuver.
-Through his tireless work ethic and innovative approach, Corporal Gaitan significantly improved the command's ability to link assessment, targeting, and planning within the information domain. His efforts provided commanders with a clearer understanding of how information activities can shape the battlefield, degrade adversary capabilities, and support the maneuver of friendly forces. By bridging the gap between intelligence analysis and operational execution, he played a pivotal role in advancing the command's multi-domain operational capabilities.
Corporal Gaitan's unswerving determination, wise judgement, and complete dedication to duty reflected credit upon him and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
0239 Senior Intelligence Analyst
PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT IN THE SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE OF HIS DUTIES WHILE SERVING AS THE SENIOR INTELLIGENCE ANALYST AND COMPANY LEVEL INTELLIGENCE CELL, HEADQUARTERS AND SERVICES COMPANY, 2D BATTALION, 24TH MARINES, 23D MARINE REGIMENT, 4TH MARINE DIVISION FROM 26 MAY 2023 TO 08 JUNE 2023. DURING THIS PERIOD, CORPORAL ACOSTA PERFORMED HIS DUTIES IN AN EXEMPLARY AND HIGHLY PROFESSIONAL MANNER. AS SENIOR INTELLIGENCE ANALYST, CORPORAL ACOSTA PLAYED A CRITICAL ROLE IN THE COORDINATION, INSTRUCTION, AND IMPLEMENTATION OF FOX COMPANY MARINES IN THE INTELLIGENCE AND OPERATIONS INTEGRATION, STRENGTHENING THE BATTALION'S FORCE READINESS AND ORGANIC COLLECTIONS CAPABILITIES. IN ADDITION TO HIS BILLET RESPONSIBILITIES, CORPORAL ACOSTA COACHED AND TAUGHT FOX COMPANY ON TACTICAL QUESTIONING AND SENSITIVE SITE EXPLOITATION. CORPORAL ACOSTA'S OUTSTANDING LEADERSHIP AND METICULOUS ATTENTION TO DETAIL WERE INSTRUMENTAL IN THE ABILITY TO OPERATE INDEPENTLY AS THE SOLE INTELLIGENCE CELL AND INTEGRATE SEAMLESSLY WITH FOX COMPANY COMMANDER. CORPORAL ACOSTA'S INITIATIVE, PERSEVERANCE, AND TOTAL DEDICATION TO DUTY REFLECTED CREDIT ON HIM AND WERE IN KEEPING WITH THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF THE MARINE CORPS AND THE UNITED STATES NAVAL SERVICE.
0239 Intelligence Analyst
I wholeheartedly recommend Gunnery Sergeant Delaune for an end of tour award in recognition of his exceptional leadership and unparalleled impact on Detachment 3. Gunnery Sergeant Delaune's contributions to the detachment surpass mere metrics, as his greatest accomplishments have been intangible. He consistently demonstrated himself to be one of the most motivated and hardworking Staff NCOs I have ever encountered, surpassing the expectations of his billet time and time again. His unwavering dedication and remarkable contributions have greatly enhanced the operational capability of Detachment 3 both during his tenure and will continue to do so long after his departure.
Gunnery Sergeant Delaune's leadership and mentorship in physical fitness have resulted in a significant increase in the PFT scores of 1st squad, rising a combined 14.2%. These metrics demonstrate the tangible impact that Gunnery Sergeant Delaune has had on the physical readiness of his Marines. By improving their physical fitness, he has not only enhanced their overall health and well-being but has also increased their ability to perform their duties in a tactical environment. His dedication to physical fitness has inspired his Marines to achieve their personal best, which has helped to build a culture of excellence and discipline within the detachment. As a result, the impact of Gunnery Sergeant Delaune's mentorship and leadership in physical fitness has been far-reaching, improving the preparedness and effectiveness of the detachment in accomplishing its mission.
Gunnery Sergeant Delaune's contributions have been integral to the success of the mission. Through his oversight of production in support of the CENTCOM Intelligence Support Cell - San Antonio Strategic Competition Team, he has directly supported CENTCOM's priorities and mission. His supervision of Intelligence update briefs and production of CISC out-briefs for quality control has ensured that the Marines are well-informed and prepared to provide the best intelligence support possible. Additionally, Gunnery Sergeant Delaune's expertise in his civilian job has contributed to the quality of imagery products used to support CENTCOM's mission, constantly enhancing the contributions of the detachment. He inspires Marines to take what they learn from their civilian jobs and school to augment the force, which in turn provides the reserves the unique capability to augment the active duty force via our unique experiences. His hard work and dedication have had a direct impact on the unit's ability to provide accurate and timely intelligence support, ultimately contributing to the security of our nation.
Gunnery Sergeant Delaune has not only contributed to the unit's ability to provide quality intelligence support but has also directly impacted the professional development of his Marines. He has developed and led (4) periods of instruction covering various topics such as career management, non-combatant evacuations, JIPOE, and Intelligence Writing. These classes have not only helped the Marines perform better in their day job but have also been beneficial to students in college. Additionally, he has administered MOS proficiency exams for (20) Marines to establish baseline performance and validated T&R standards for detachment Intelligence Working Group, shaping detachment MOS training in anticipation of real-world support. Moreover, Gunnery Sergeant Delaune has spearheaded morale events such as the detachment t-shirt program for (30) Marines, contributing to unit cohesion, and increasing effort and enthusiasm during drill periods. His commitment to the professional and personal development of his Marines has had a significant impact on the detachment's performance and overall morale.
Gunnery Sergeant Delaune's impact extends beyond the enlisted ranks, as he has also made significant contributions to the development of officers he has worked with. His expertise in the intelligence field and his ability to lead and mentor have been instrumental in the success of officer training programs. He has provided invaluable guidance and support to junior officers, many of whom have praised his leadership and mentoring. His active participation in officer training programs has contributed to the development of future leaders in the Marine Corps, and his contributions to the overall success of the detachment have been immeasurable. As a SNCO, his ability to provide guidance and mentorship to both enlisted and officer ranks sets him apart as a valuable asset to the Marine Corps.
As a Staff Non-Commissioned Officer, Gunnery Sergeant Delaune has exhibited an unwavering commitment to leadership and mentorship. He has developed and led multiple programs that have directly impacted the professional development of the junior enlisted Marines, warrant officers, and officers. His mentorship and guidance have been invaluable in developing officers who have worked alongside him, contributing significantly to their growth as leaders. His outstanding performance in all of these areas has been driven by his proactive and self-motivated approach to his duties. Gunnery Sergeant Delaune is an individual who "gets stuff done" and has a bias for action, which has resulted in the successful completion of critical tasks and improved the overall effectiveness of the detachment. His outstanding leadership, dedication, and proactive approach make him a highly deserving candidate for recognition with the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal.
Gunnery Sergeant Delaune is a prime example of a well-rounded Marine who possesses the qualities of an outstanding intelligence analyst, a remarkable staff NCO, and an exceptional leader. His leadership skills, unwavering dedication to mission accomplishment, and excellent work ethic have placed him in a class of his own among his peers. As an intelligence analyst, he possesses an innate ability to analyze complex data with precision and accuracy. This trait allows him to provide timely and dependable intelligence support to his unit, an essential component of their success. Moreover, his excellent communication skills enable him to convey complex information in a clear and concise manner, a critical factor in the detachment's intelligence support.
As a staff NCO, Gunnery Sergeant Delaune takes the initiative and has a bias for action. He ensures that all tasks are performed effectively and efficiently, leaving no room for errors. He exhibits remarkable leadership, mentorship, and the ability to motivate his Marines to perform at their best. Furthermore, his unwavering commitment to the professional and personal development of his Marines is exceptional, given the challenges that come with being a reservist. Gunnery Sergeant Delaune's tireless efforts have led to increased performance, both in terms of individual performance and unit readiness. His exceptional contributions to the Marine Corps are invaluable, and he embodies the traits of a great Marine, an effective staff NCO, and an exceptional intelligence analyst.
Citation:
FOR EXCEPTIONALLY MERITORIOUS SERVICE WHILE SERVING AS THE INTELLIGENCE CHIEF FOR DETACHMENT 3, INTELLIGENCE SUPPORT BATTALION, MARINE FORCES RESERVE, FROM OCTOBER 2018 TO APRIL 2023. GUNNERY SERGEANT DELAUNE'S UNWAVERING DEDICATION AND REMARKABLE CONTRIBUTIONS GREATLY ENHANCED THE OPERATIONAL CAPABILITY OF DETACHMENT 3 AND THE CENTCOM INTELLIGENCE SUPPORT CENTER, RESULTING IN REAL-WORLD INTELLIGENCE SUPPORT TO OPERATIONAL UNITS. HIS LEADERSHIP AND MENTORSHIP SET HIM APART AS A VALUABLE ASSET TO THE MARINE CORPS. BY HIS EXCEPTIONALLY MERITORIOUS SERVICE, GUNNERY SERGEANT DELAUNE REFLECTED GREAT CREDIT UPON HIMSELF AND UPHELD THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF THE MARINE CORPS.
Intelligence Chief
PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT IN THE SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE OF HIS DUTIES WHILE SERVING AS INTELLIGENCE CHIEF, TASK ELEMENT 24.2, III MEF INFORMATION GROUP, III MARINE EXPEDITIONARY FORCE FROM 10 MAY 2024 TO 05 SEPTEMBER 2024. SERGEANT MEINERSHAGEN CONDUCTED OVER 20 HOURS OF INTELLIGENCE TRAINING WITH 4TH PHILIPPINE MARINE CORPS BRIGADE, INCORPORATING RADAR SURFACE TRACKS INTO THE COMMON INTELLIGENCE PICTURE TO AUGMENT MARITIME DOMAIN AWARENESS AND TERRITORIAL DEFENSE OPERATIONS. SERGEANT MEINERSHAGEN WAS ALSO CHARGED WITH THE LOGISTICAL TRANSPORT OF MATERIAL AND PERSONNEL BETWEEN MANILA AND NORTHERN LUZON, TRAVELING MORE THAN 300 MILES IN THE PROCESS. SERGEANT MEINERSHAGEN'S EXCEPTIONAL PROFESSIONALISM, KEEN JUDGMENT AND LOYAL DEDICATION TO DUTY REFLECTED CREDIT UPON HIM AND WERE IN KEEPING WITH THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF THE MARINE CORPS AND THE UNITED STATES NAVAL SERVICE.
Intelligence Officer
PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT IN THE SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE OF HIS DUTIES WHILE SERVING AS INTELLIGENCE OFFICER, MARINE UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE SQUADRON 2, 2D MARINE AIRCRAFT WING, FROM SEPTEMBER 2019 TO APRIL 2021. CAPTAIN CRISP SIGNIFICANTLY IMPROVED THE CONCEPT OF INTELLIGENCE SUPPORT BY OVERHAULING THE SQUADRON INTELLIGENCE DEPARTMENT'S SUPPORT FOR RQ-21A OPERATIONS. HE DEVELOPED INTELLIGENCE SUPPORT PACKAGES FOR SIX RQ-21A DETACHMENTS AND LIAISED WITH MULTIPLE ECHELONS OF GROUND COMBAT ELEMENT SUPPORTED UNITS. DURING HIS TENURE, HE INCORPORATED INDO-PACOM THREAT ANALYSIS FOR UNMANNED AVIATION OPERATIONS, DEVELOPED A ROBUST PROGRAM OF ANALYSIS TO ADVISE THE COMMANDING OFFICER AND STAFF OF GEOPOLITICAL SITUATIONS AND ADVERSARY CAPABILITY DEVELOPMENT, AND SUPERVISED SCENARIO OVERHAUL AND DEVELOPMENT TO ENHANCE AIRCREW TRAINING. CAPTAIN CRISP EXPERTLY MANAGED PHYSICAL SECURITY AND CLASSIFIED MATERIAL STORAGE TRANSITION TO THE NEW SQUADRON HANGAR, FACILITATING FLIGHT OPERATIONS FROM THE CLASSIFIED GROUND CONTROL STATIONS. CAPTAIN CRISP'S BOLD LEADERSHIP, WISE JUDGEMENT, AND DEDICATION TO DUTY REFLECTED CREDIT ON HIM AND WERE IN KEEPING WITH THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF THE MARINE CORPS AND THE UNITED STATES NAVAL SERVICE.
Intelligence Specialist
MERITORIOUS ACHIEVEMENT WHILE SERVING AS INTELLIGENCE SPECIALIST, JOINT FORCE HEADQUARTERS, CYBER (MARINES), U.S. MARINE CORPS FORCES CYBERSPACE COMMAND FROM APRIL 2024 TO OCTOBER 2024. DURING THIS PERIOD, SERGEANT BIERMANN'S TECHNICAL ACUMEN AND ROBUST KNOWLEDGE WERE PIVOTAL TO THE PLANNING, EXECUTION, AND ASSESSMENT OF OPERATIONS IN SUPPORT OF UNITED STATES CYBER COMMAND'S JOINT AND MULTI-NATIONAL EFFORTS. HE IDENTIFIED A KEY GAP IN RESOURCES RESULTING IN AN INDEPENDENT LINE OF EFFORT THAT PRODUCED 95 SERIALIZED REPORTS AND 48 INTERAGENCY ENGAGEMENTS. ADDITIONALLY, HIS EXCEPTIONAL CREATIVITY DROVE INTERAGENCY AND HOST NATION PARTNERS TO EXECUTE SEVERAL FIRST-EVER OPERATIONS FOR UNITED STATES CYBER COMMAND, BOTH DOMESTICALLY AND INTERNATIONALLY, BY ORCHESTRATING MULTIPLE WHOLE-OF-GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS. HIS EFFORTS WERE RESPONSIBLE FOR BOLSTERING THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SENIOR POLICYMAKERS AND FOREIGN NATIONS THROUGH HIS VALUABLE CONTRIBUTION TO THE BROADER INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY. BY HIS PERSERVERANCE, SUPERB GUIDANCE, AND UNWAVERING DEDICATION TO DUTY, SGT BIERMANN REFLECTED CREDIT UPON HIMSELF AND UPHELD THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF THE MARINE CORPS AND UNITED STATES NAVAL SERVICE.
Intelligence Analyst
MERITORIOUS SERVICE IN THE SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE OF HIS DUTIES WHILE SERVING AS INTELLIGENCE ANALYST, MARINE FORCES SOUTH AND MARINE FORCES RESERVE FROM OCTOBER 2021 TO JULY 2025. SERGEANT SURANO LED THE INTELLIGENCE RESPONSE TO THE HAITI CRISIS, CONDUCTING OVER FIVE HUNDRED HOURS OF RESEARCH, PRODUCING MORE THAN 150 INTELLIGENCE SUPPORT PRODUCTS, AND BRIEFING OVER 40 TIMES TO MARINE FORCES SOUTH, SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND SOUTH, AND SOUTHERN COMMAND LEADERSHIP. HIS ANALYSIS ENABLED CASUALTY EVACUATION PLANNING FOR THE UNITED STATES EMBASSY IN HAITI AND IMPROVED INTERAGENCY AWARENESS. HE MANAGED MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCE REQUESTS, SERVED AS THE HAITI SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT, AND OVERSAW CRITICAL INFORMATION REQUIREMENTS. HE ALSO DEDICATED 80 HOURS MENTORING JUNIOR MARINES THROUGH MARTIAL ARTS INSTRUCTION. SERGEANT SURANO'S DETERMINATION, INITIATIVE, AND DEDICATION TO DUTY REFLECTED CREDIT ON HIM AND WERE IN KEEPING WITH THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF THE MARINE CORPS AND THE UNITED STATES NAVAL SERVICE.
Division Officer
MERITORIOUS SERVICE WHILE SERVING AS DIVISION OFFICER, MARITIME SECURITY OPERATIONS TEAM, HEADQUARTERS BATTALION, AND TRAINING AND EDUCATION COMMAND, FROM APRIL 2025 TO SEPTEMBER 2025. LIEUTENANT TONGHUI WILSON WAS HAND-SELECTED TO LEAD A JOINT INTELLIGENCE TEAM IN SUPPORT OF OPERATION ROUGH RIDER, A CRITICAL THREE-STAR LEVEL INITIATIVE TARGETING HUTHI ADVANCED CONVENTIONAL WEAPON NETWORKS. HE SUPERVISED OVER 400 INTELLIGENCE PRODUCTS AND FUSED DYNAMIC COLLECTION EFFORTS AGAINST 40 DHOWS OF INTEREST, DIRECTLY ENABLING 35 SUCCESSFUL BOARDINGS AND THE SEIZURE OF 13,000 KILOGRAMS OF EXPLOSIVES, 150 ANTI-AIR WEAPONS, AND OVER 700 EXPLOITABLE DEVICES. HE LED OVER 200 MULTINATIONAL FUSION MEETINGS AND DEVELOPED A FLEET-WIDE KILL CHAIN AND INTELLIGENCE DATABASE THAT ENHANCED READINESS ACROSS NAVCENT. LIEUTENANT WILSON'S LEADERSHIP, INITIATIVE, AND UNWAVERING DEDICATION TO DUTY REFLECTED CREDIT ON HIM AND WERE IN KEEPING WITH THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF THE MARINE CORPS AND THE UNITED STATES NAVAL SERVICE.
Intelligence Chief
PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT IN THE SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE OF HIS DUTIES WHILE SERVING AS INTELLIGENCE CHIEF, ARES COMPANY, 3D LITTORAL COMBAT TEAM, 3D MARINE LITTORAL REGIMENT FROM JULY 2023 TO JULY 2026. CORPORAL URBAN PROVIDED CRITICAL INTELLIGENCE SUPPORT DURING PTA 2025, PTA 2026, MTX 2-25, AND OPERATIONS AT TWENTYNINE PALMS. HE DEVELOPED METT-TC ANALYSIS AND THREAT ASSESSMENTS THAT INFORMED COMPANY OFFENSIVE OPERATIONS. DURING PTA 2026, HE SYNCHRONIZED A COMPANY COLLECTIONS PLAN AND COORDINATED ISR ASSETS DURING MCCRE. HE LED THE DEVELOPMENT OF ANNEX B AND PRODUCED AN IPB TERRAIN MODEL UTILIZED BY MULTIPLE COMPANIES. WHILE OPERATING THE SKYRAIDER, HE CONFIRMED ENEMY POSITIONS AND OBSERVED FIRES ON KEY OBJECTIVES. DURING MTX 2-25, HE ENABLED THE TARGETING OF THE ADVERSE FORCE COMMAND OPERATIONS CENTER AND ARTILLERY SYSTEMS. BY HIS INITIATIVE AND DEVOTION TO DUTY, CORPORAL URBAN REFLECTED CREDIT UPON HIMSELF AND UPHELD THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF THE MARINE CORPS AND THE UNITED STATES NAVAL SERVICE.
Intelligence Specialist
PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT IN THE SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE OF HIS DUTIES WHILE SERVING AS AN INTELLIGENCE SPECIALIST FOR G-2 FROM OCTOBER 2022 TO SEPTEMBER 2025. CORPORAL BOSHELL PROVIDED VITAL INTELLIGENCE FOR FIVE 1ST MARINE AIRCRAFT WING EXERCISES, INCLUDING FREEDOM SHIELD AND PACIFIC SENTRY, ENHANCING SITUATIONAL AWARENESS FOR THE G-2 AND COMMANDING GENERALS OF 1ST MARINE AIRCRAFT WING AND III MARINE EXPEDITIONARY FORCE. AS PRODUCTION AND ANALYSIS NON-COMMISSIONED OFFICER FROM APRIL TO OCTOBER 2024, HE LED PRODUCTION OF 120 INTELLIGENCE HIGHLIGHTS AND FOUR SPECIAL PRODUCTS BRIEFED TO THE COMMANDING GENERAL, AIDING OPERATIONAL PLANNING. AS COLLECTIONS CLERK FROM OCTOBER 2024 TO AUGUST 2025, HE SUBMITTED 105 AIR TASKING ORDER REQUESTS, INCLUDING 20 FOR FREEDOM SHIELD 25 AND 50 FOR PACIFIC SENTRY 25, AND PRODUCED FOUR SPECIAL PRODUCTS FOR 1ST MARINE AIRCRAFT WING AND III MARINE EXPEDITIONARY FORCE. HE SERVED AS COLLECTIONS CHIEF DURING SHORTAGES, PERFORMING ABOVE HIS RANK, AND DELIVERED BRIEFS ON KEY EVENTS TO THE COMMANDING GENERAL AND G-2. CORPORAL BOSHELL'S LEADERSHIP AND DEDICATION TO DUTY REFLECTED CREDIT UPON HIM AND WERE IN KEEPING WITH THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF THE MARINE CORPS AND THE UNITED STATES NAVAL SERVICE.
Intelligence Officer
LIEUTENANT COLONEL JULIO C. AGUILERA DISTINGUISHED HIMSELF THROUGH STRATEGIC FORESIGHT, OPERATIONAL LEADERSHIP, AND POLICY INNOVATION THAT ENHANCED THE READINESS AND EFFECTIVENESS OF THE MARINE CORPS INTELLIGENCE, SURVEILLANCE, AND RECONNAISSANCE ENTERPRISE. THROUGH THE PRODUCTION OF 25 ANALYTIC REPORTS AND MANAGEMENT OF 25 HIGH-PRIORITY TASKS, HE ENSURED QUALITY ANALYTIC PRODUCTION ALIGNED TO NATIONAL DEFENSE STRATEGY OBJECTIVES, DIRECTLY INFORMED MARINE CORPS AND JOINT FORCE OPERATIONAL PLANNING AND ACQUISITION PROGRAMS. HIS LEADERSHIP IN OPEN-SOURCE INTELLIGENCE POLICY CULMINATED IN THE APPROVAL OF MARINE CORPS REFERENCE PUBLICATION 2-10A.3 AND THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A RESERVE OSINT CERTIFICATION PROGRAM, STRENGTHENING ENTERPRISE-WIDE OPERATIONAL CAPABILITIES. HE STRENGTHENED ORGANIZATIONAL READINESS AND MODERNIZATION BY REVIEWING AND RECOMMENDING UPDATES TO COMMAND POLICIES AND STRUCTURE, IMPROVED RESERVE ACTIVATION PLANS, INTEGRATED NEW CAPABILITIES INTO UNIT OPERATIONS, AND COORDINATED SUPPORT TO MULTIPLE RESERVE INTELLIGENCE CONSORTIUMS, IMPROVING READINESS OF RESERVE MARINES WITHIN THE COMMAND AND ACROSS THE MARINE CORPS RESERVES.
Intelligence Chief
PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT IN THE SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE OF HIS DUTIES WHILE SERVING AS INTELLIGENCE CHIEF, MARINE MEDIUM TILTROTOR SQUADRON 165, MARINE AIRCRAFT GROUP 16, 3D MARINE AIRCRAFT WING FROM NOVEMBER 2024 TO MAY 2025. SERGEANT SHAMBORA DISPLAYED EXCEPTIONAL LEADERSHIP AND TECHNICAL ACUMEN WHILE OVERSEEING EIGHT PROGRAMS DURING THE COMMANDING GENERAL'S INSPECTION PROGRAM. THROUGH HIS MANAGEMENT OF THE INFORMATION AND PERSONNEL SECURITY PROGRAM, OPERATIONAL SECURITY, SECURITY MANAGEMENT, INTELLIGENCE, INTELLIGENCE OVERSIGHT, PHYSICAL SECURITY, AND ANTI-TERRORISM, THE SQUADRON ACHIEVED ZERO FINDINGS ACROSS ALL INTELLIGENCE-RELATED FUNCTIONAL AREAS. HE RECEIVED "NOTEWORTHY" REMARKS FOR HIS REVISION OF THE TRANSITION READINESS PROGRAM AND WAS RANKED AMONG THE TOP PROGRAMS ACROSS ALL UNITS WITHIN 3D MARINE AIRCRAFT WING. SERGEANT SHAMBORA LED HIS SECTION IN DEDICATING OVER 200 MAN-HOURS TO INSPECTION PREPARATION, RESULTING IN ONLY FOUR DISCREPANCIES OUT OF MORE THAN 300 CHECKLIST ITEMS. HIS TIRELESS EFFORTS AND COMMITMENT TO MISSION SUCCESS ENHANCED THE SQUADRON'S OPERATIONAL READINESS AND SECURITY POSTURE. SERGEANT SHAMBORA'S INITIATIVE, PERSEVERANCE, AND DEDICATION TO DUTY REFLECTED CREDIT ON HIM AND WERE IN KEEPING WITH THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF THE MARINE CORPS AND THE UNITED STATES NAVAL SERVICE.
Intelligence Chief
MERITORIOUS SERVICE WHILE SERVING AS INTELLIGENCE CHIEF, EXPEDITIONARY WARFARE TRAINING GROUP, PACIFIC FROM JUNE 2023 TO AUGUST 2025. GUNNERY SERGEANT BODA DISPLAYED EXCEPTIONAL LEADERSHIP, TECHNICAL EXPERTISE, AND DEDICATION IN PROVIDING INTELLIGENCE INSTRUCTION AND OPERATIONAL MENTORSHIP TO U.S. AND FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS. HIS EFFORTS DIRECTLY ENHANCED AMPHIBIOUS PLANNING CAPABILITIES AND JOINT INTEROPERABILITY WITHIN THE MARINE CORPS AND NAVY FLEET OPERATING FORCES. ADDITIONALLY, HIS ACCOMPLISHMENTS AS THE COMMAND'S SPECIAL SECURITY OFFICER, ENSURED THE ESTABLISHMENT AND SUBSEQUENT SAFEGUARDING OF SENSITIVE COMPARTMENTED INFORMATION. GUNNERY SERGEANT BODA'S SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE OF DUTIES HIGHLIGHTS THE CULMINATION OF 15 YEARS OF HONORABLE AND DEDICATED SERVICE. GUNNERY SERGEANT BODA'S UNSWERVING DETERMINATION, WISE JUDGEMENT, AND DEDICATION TO DUTY REFLECTED CREDIT ON HIM AND WERE IN KEEPING WITH THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF THE MARINE CORPS AND THE UNITED STATES NAVAL SERVICE.
Intelligence Analyst
PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT IN THE SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE OF HIS DUTIES WHILE SERVING AS AN INTELLIGENCE ANALYST WITHIN OPEN-SOURCE INTELLIGENCE, 1ST INTELLIGENCE BATTALION, FROM FEBRUARY TO SEPTEMBER 2023. CORPORAL FAUKE DEMONSTRATED EXCEPTIONAL PROFICIENCY THROUGH THE PRODUCTION AND DISSEMINATION OF (6) MAJOR I MEF LEVEL INTELLIGENCE PREPARATION OF THE BATTLESPACE PRODUCTS, INFLUENCING CURRENT AND FUTURE OPERATIONS IN THE USINDOPACOM AOR. CORPORAL FAUKE CONTRIBUTED TO MULTIPLE EXERCISE SUCCESS DURING EXERCISE NORTHERN EDGE 21 AND BALIKATAN 22 THROUGH MONITORING ADVERSARY ORDERS OF BATTLE, CONSTRUCTING, AND DEVELOPING MORE THAN (38) INTELLIGENCE PRODUCTS IN SUPPORT OF THE EXERCISES. IN THE ABSENCE OF A SNCO, CORPORAL FAUKE SERVED AS THE ACTING OPEN-SOURCE INTELLIGENCE CHIEF, ATTENDING AND BRIEFING AT WEEKLY SYNCS ENSURING IMEF INTELLIGENCE OPERATIONS CENTER IS KEPT ABREAST OF OPEN-SOURCE INTELLIGENCE MISSION AND PRODUCTION. CORPORAL FAUKE CONSISTENTLY DEMONSTRATED STRONG INITIATIVE AND ACCOMPLISHED MULTIPLE BILLET RESPONSIBILITIES BEYOND HIS RANK AND EXCELLED WITH LITTLE SUPERVISION WHILE PRODUCING INTELLIGENCE CONSISTING OF MORE THAN (11) REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION, (167) DAILY INTELLIGENCE UPDATES, AND (20) OPEN-SOURCE INTELLIGENCE REPORTS, DIRECTLY IMPACTING DECISION MAKING BY THE I MEF COMMANDING GENERAL AND STAFF. CORPORAL FAUKE'S INITIATIVE, PERSEVERANCE, AND DEDICATION TO DUTY REFLECTED CREDIT ON HIM AND WERE IN KEEPING WITH THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF THE MARINE CORPS AND THE UNITED STATES NAVAL SERVICE.
Intelligence Officer
PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT IN THE SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE OF HIS DUTIES WHILE SERVING AS THE INTELLIGENCE OFFICER FOR MARINE FIGHTER ATTACK SQUADRON 251 AND MARINE AIRCRAFT GROUP 31 FROM AUGUST 2007 TO DECEMBER 2007 AND FROM NOVEMBER 2008 TO APRIL 2010. THROUGHOUT THESE PERIODS, FIRST LIEUTENANT KANE PROVIDED OUTSTANDING INTELLIGENCE SUPPORT TO THE COMMANDING OFFICER, HIS STAFF, AND SUBORDINATE COMMANDERS WHILE ACTIVELY TRAINING AND MENTORING THE INTELLIGENCE MARINES OF EVERY SQUADRON IN PREPARTION FOR COMBAT. WITH STEADFAST LEADERSHIP AND A COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE, HE WAS INSTRUMENTAL TO THE SUCCESSFUL EXECUTION OF FOUR LARGE FORCE EXERCISES DURING WHICH HE CONDUCTED REALISTIC AIR COMBAT INTELLIGENCE TRAINING INCLUDING THE CONSTRUCTION OF A ROBUST EXERCISE SCENARIO THAT INCORPORATED THE FUNDAMENTALS OF AVIATION INTELLIGENCE AND JOINT INTELLIGENCE OPERATIONS. HIS EFFORTS HAVE ESTABLISHED THE FRAMEWORK FOR FUTURE EXERCISES TO COME. FIRST LIEUTENANT KANE'S INITIATIVE, PERSEVERANCE, AND TOTAL DEVOTION TO DUTY REFLECTED CREDIT UPON HIM AND WERE IN KEEPING WITH THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF THE MARINE CORPS AND THE UNITED STATES NAVAL SERVICE.
Counter-Intelligence Specialist
MERITORIOUS ACHIEVEMENT WHILE SERVING AS A COUNTERINTELLIGENCE SPECIALIST, HUMAN INTELLIGENCE EXPLOITATION TEAM 4, 1ST INTELLIGENCE BATTALION, I MEF HEADQUARTERS GROUP, I MARINE EXPEDITIONARY FORCE FORWARD, DURING JUNE 2006 IN SUPPORT OF OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOM. WHILE SUPPORTING TASK FORCE WOLF PACK, SERGEANT BREWER SPOTTED A DISTRESSED WOMAN AT THE TRAFFIC CONTROL POINT IN RUTBAH. DESPITE CULTURAL TABOOS, HE ESTABLISHED RAPPORT AND LEARNED THAT THE WOMAN'S SON HAD BEEN KIDNAPPED BY INSURGENTS WHO WERE DEMANDING 50,000 DOLLARS IN RANSOM. HE IMMEDIATELY ACQUIRED A PICTURE OF THE VICTIM AND DISSEMINATED THE INFORMATION TO THE IRAQI ARMY VIA REGIMENTAL COMBAT TEAM 7. ON 4 JUNE 2006, THE SPECIAL MISSIONS PLATOON OF THE 1/7 IRAQI ARMY BRIGADE EXECUTED A SUCCESSFUL HOSTAGE RESCUE MISSION, CAPTURING FOUR INSURGENTS. HIS EFFORTS WERE INDICATIVE OF THE UNITED STATES' COMMITMENT TO THE IRAQI PEOPLE AND THE INTELLIGENCE HE DEVELOPED CREATED AN OPPORTUNITY FOR THE NEW IRAQI ARMY TO DEMONSTRATE ITS CAPABILITIES AND PROFESSIONALISM TO THE WORLD. SERGEANT BREWER'S INITIATIVE, PERSEVERANCE, AND TOTAL DEDICATION TO DUTY REFLECTED GREAT CREDIT UPON HIMSELF AND WERE IN KEEPING WITH THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF THE MARINE CORPS AND UNITED STATES NAVAL SERVICE.
G2 Assistant Chief of Staff
FOR OUTSTANDING MERITORIOUS STAFF CHURN WHILE SERVING AS THE G-2 ASSISTANT CHIEF OF STAFF, MARINE WING HEADQUARTERS SQUADRON 2, 2D MARINE AIRCRAFT WING FOR MERELY ONE YEAR FROM JULY 2019 TO JULY 2020. UPON ARRIVING TO THE G-2, COLONEL PRIECHENFRIED IMMEDIATELY ASSESSED THE SECTION TO BE OVERLY SIMPLISTIC WITH ONLY CHIEFS AND OICS CONDUCTING FUNCTIONAL MANAGEMENT. DISPLAYING EXTREME INITIATIVE, HE ORGANIZED INTEL PRIORITIES INTO FIVE, OR WAS IT SIX, FIVE LINES OF EFFORT THAT GREATLY INCREASED THE WORKLOADS OF ALL G-2 MARINES. HIS DECISIVENESS IN LOES AFFORDED ALL SNCOS AND OFFICERS IN THE G-2 THE OPPORTUNITY TO OUTPERFORM REASONABLE EXPECTATIONS OF ANY ONE SINGLE BILLET ON THE T/O BY GIVING THEM AN ABUNDANCE OF EXTRA WORK AND BY CALLING THEM "PROJECT MANAGERS" IN A "MATRIX ORGANIZATION" TO CLEVERLY DISGUISE SUCH WORK VIA AN EGO-UP APPROACH. NOT STOPPING THERE, HE INSTITUTED THE CREATION OF ADDITIONAL SLIDES, THIS TIME WITH ARROWS, THAT SAID THE SAME THING SNCOS/OICS WERE ALREADY DOING AS PART OF THEIR NORMAL JOB. HE TOOK THE EXISTING NCO-LED PT CONDUCTED BY SECTIONS AND BROUGHT IT UP TO THE O-6 LEVEL FOR NCOS TO GET THE OPPORTUNITY TO LEAD PT. ALSO, IT HAD TO BE ULTIMATE FRISBEE. COL PRIECHENFRIED SINGLE-HANDEDLY IDENTIFIED THAT ZERO REORGANIZATIONS HAD BEEN CONDUCTED WITHIN A NINE-MONTH WINDOW AND IMMEDIATELY SPRANG TO ACTION BY CONDUCTING ONE. DESPITE BEING IN THE MIDST OF THE ONLY PANDEMIC THE MARINE CORPS HAD SEEN IN OVER 100 YEARS, AND DURING A TUMULTUOUS PCS SEASON, HE PRESSED ON WITH A REORG. HIS EFFORTS ENSURED SUCCESS ON THE BATTLEFIELD FOR ALL CURRENT AND FUTURE JOINT PLANNERS OF 2D MARINE AIRCRAFT WING. COLONEL PRIECHENFRIED'S PROFESSIONALISM, PERSONAL INITIATIVE, AND TOTAL DEDICATION TO DUTY REFLECTED GREAT CREDIT UPON HIMSELF AND WERE IN KEEPING WITH THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF THE MARINE CORPS AND THE UNITED STATES NAVAL SERVICE.
Intelligence Chief
MERITORIOUS SERVICE WHILE SERVING AS INTELLIGENCE CHIEF, STAFF NON COMMISSIONED OFFICER IN CHARGE, CHEMICAL BIOLOGICAL INCIDENT RESPONSE FORCE (CBIRF), II MARINE EXPEDITIONARY FORCE FROM AUGUST 2010 TO JULY 2012. STAFF SERGEANT SHERROCK'S EFFORTS WERE INSTRUMENTAL AND DIRECTLY CONTRIBUTED TO THE OVERALL SUCCESS OF THE CBIRF INTELLIGENCE SECTION. STAFF SERGEANT SHERROCK'S EXCEPTIONAL ABILITY TO IMPLEMENT AND SUPERVISE THE TOTALITY OF INTELLIGENCE SUPPORT AND ENSURE THE TIMELY AND ACCURATE DISSEMINATION OF ALL PRODUCTS DIRECTLY PROVIDED THE INCIDENT RESPONSE FORCE (IRF) COMMANDERS WITH THE CRITICAL THREAT INFORMATION REQUIRED FOR THE OVERALL SUCCESS OF THE MISSION. STAFF SERGEANT SHERROCK'S UNPARALLELED INITIATIVE, PERSERVERANCE, AND TOTAL DEDICATION TO DUTY REFLECTED CREDIT UPON HIM AND WERE IN KEEPING WITH THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF THE MARINE CORPS AND THE UNITED STATES NAVAL SERVICE.