JOHN FITZGERALD GIBSON JR.

Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.

• Led and operated within mission-oriented teams in operational environments
• Mentored junior Soldiers and contributed to team development and readiness
• Supported operational planning and mission execution efforts
• Developed leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills through military service

• Cyber Captains Career Course (CyCCC)
• Cyber Warfare Officer Transition Course (CWOTC) — In Progress
• Continued independent study in cyber warfare, intelligence operations, and national security topics

• Intelligence and Security Studies
• Cyber Warfare Operations
• Offensive and Defensive Cyber Operations
• Electromagnetic Warfare
• Multi-Domain Operations
• Nation-State Cyber Threats
• Cyber Strategy and National Security

• Cyber Convergence and Multi-Domain Operations Research
• Cyber Captains Career Course (CyCCC)
• Conducted extensive research focused on the integration of Offensive Cyber Operations (OCO), Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO), and Electromagnetic Warfare (EW) in support of modern military operations. Produced multiple analytical white papers examining how cyber and electromagnetic capabilities can be synchronized to support mission success in contested operational environments.
• Research topics included:
• Cyber and electromagnetic convergence
• Intelligence-driven cyber operations
• Multi-domain operational integration
• Adversary cyber doctrine and strategy
• Cyber support to operational planning
• Capstone Presentation: Comparative Cyber Capabilities of U.S. Adversaries
• Researched and presented on the cyber warfare capabilities and operational approaches of China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea. Analyzed how each nation incorporates cyber operations into broader military and national strategies and evaluated current U.S. strengths and limitations in comparison.
• Presentation topics included:
• State-sponsored cyber operations
• Information and influence operations
• Cyber-enabled intelligence collection
• Infrastructure targeting and strategic cyber effects
• Whole-of-government approaches to cyber defense and national security