Michael D. Podguski

I'm a results-driven national security professional with over 9 years of experience in the national security and emergency management fields. I'm a thought leader with the astute ability to identify capability and policy gaps, tackle complex problems, and spearhead innovative solutions in the arms control and combating WMD (CWMD) domains. Through these, I help organizations optimize budgetary, programmatic, and technical priorities for a range of missions.

I have subject matter expertise in nuclear nonproliferation and arms control, and possess a broad background working with diverse organizations and missions across the federal domain. I've seamlessly navigated the scientific and policy worlds, responded to the needs of diverse clients and technical professionals, and achieved mission success for government customers working across these domains. I've participated in high-level studies and Analyses of Alternatives (AoAs) for DoD S&T and R&D portfolios, as well as led teams developing analysis and research products for federal agencies.

My skills and experiences include:

• Arms Control Expertise/Treaty Verification Technologies & Processes
• Budgetary & Program Analysis (PPBE)
• Cross-functional/Cross-domain Coordination
• Project Management & Team Leadership
• CWMD Technical Capability Research & Analysis
• Policy Research & Analysis
• Requirements Analysis & Evaluation
• Software Testing, Training, & Evaluation
• Strategic Planning Analysis & Development
• Experience with Senior Executive Clients & International Partners

My expertise allows me to work innovatively on emerging threat reduction and arms control challenges across the threat spectrum. Need an analyst who's seen what works, what doesn't, and what needs to change?

That's me.

Need a team-player who delivers promised results while exceeding expectations, expanding opportunities, and enhancing your firm's reputation for excellence?

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Need an analyst who devises innovative solutions for complex national defense and security challenges?

I'm the person you seek.

I have a track record of strong performance and a legacy of excellence. Now, I'm pursuing new challenges and am ready to help your organization leverage my unique assets to achieve mission success.

Contact me and let's do something great together!