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Kevin M.

Strategic Analyst | Optimization, AI/ML, Autonomous Systems, Modeling and Simulation - All views are my own

United States
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Years Experience

24

Roles

32

Skills

10

Education

About

Working at the intersection of: - modeling and simulation - AI/autonomy - strategic planning and decision making as a quantitative analyst for solving vital qualitative policy questions. Key research interest: Implementation of algorithms for optimized theatre and campaign decision-making - specifically with wargaming. Transition of technology as quickly as possible through the "valley of death" and higher technology readiness levels (TRLs) for effective sponsor and stakeholder use. Open to pursuing a doctoral program with applied research within the realm of technology readiness level (TRL) 2/3 or higher. Quadrilingual in English, Cantonese, Mandarin, and Japanese with some French ability. Limited German and Spanish language skills, and able to read some Hangul (Korean). E(S/N)FP personality.

Experience (24 roles)

The Johns Hopkins University · Full-time

Analyst

Current

The Johns Hopkins University · Full-time

May 2025 - Present · 4 mos
Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory · Full-time

Modeling and Simulation Analyst - Associate Professional Staff II

Current

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory · Full-time

May 2025 - Present · 4 mos·Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site

Modeling and Simulation user that integrates Generative AI tools such as large language models (LLMs), alongside other projects for sponsors, to aid with strategic-level, geopolitical decision making and processing of net technical assessments.

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Layoff/position eliminated

Career Break

Mar 2025 - May 2025 · 3 mos·Washington DC-Baltimore Area

Many changes occurred within federal government and this time has been incredibly restorative, recharging, and reaffirming. It has been lovely travelling back to my hometown and seeing incredible people in New England and NYC, in addition to becoming further integrated with new people and experience...

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Education (10)

Teachers College, Columbia University

Teachers College, Columbia University

Jan 2023 - May 2023

Columbia Engineering

Columbia Engineering

Aug 2021 - Feb 2023

Skills: Python (Programming Language) · Artificial Intelligence (AI) · Git

Columbia University

Columbia University

2021 - 2023

Grade: Alumni, 3.6 Activities and societies: Science, Mathematics and Research for Transformation Student Scholar, International Fellows Program Cohort Member, Engineering Graduate Student Association (EGSC) Department Representative, Columbia Sunrise Activist, Columbia Democrats Group Leader, Columbia Sailing Affiliate, Columbia Ski Affiliate, Diversity + Inclusion in Commercialization and Entrepreneurship (DICE) Fellow, SEAS Storytelling Teller, Medicare For All Organizer, Columbia Alumni Associations of San Diego and DC Member Robotics and controls emphasis with machine learning, data science, optimization, and statistical modeling and simulation techniques. Also coupled with elective courses in international (mainly East Asian) affairs, carbon sequestration, human-centered design, cyber security, and defense strategy, technology, and policy analysis from the School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA). Skills: Python (Programming Language) · CAMEO · Artificial Intelligence (AI) · Git · Operations Research Columbia University Diploma Final Report - Carbon Sequestration.pdf portfolio part 1.jpg

Skills (32)

RDTEMulti-agent SystemsPyTorchRobot Operating System (ROS)HuggingFaceResearch and Development (R&D)GitContainerizationLinuxReinforcement LearningModeling and SimulationHugging FaceMySQLPythonGitHTML5Objective-CUMLHugging FaceLinuxDockerPythonGitTechnology TransitionQuantitative AnalyticsAdaptive ControlSystems ModelingUnified Modeling Language (UML)Python (Programming Language)Artificial Intelligence (AI)Docker ProductsMAPPO
Certifications (13)

Introduction to Electro-Optics/Infrared Sensors

Georgia Tech Research Institute

Finance and Quantitative Analysis

University of Cambridge

Certificate of Entrepreneurship and Technology

UC Berkeley College of Engineering

How to Build, Fly, and Verify Autonomous Aerial Systems: a UAS short course

University of Maryland

Creativity and Business Innovation

University of Cambridge

Artificial Intelligence Foundations: Neural Networks

LinkedIn

Introduction to Synthetic Aperture Radar

United States Federal Government

Artificial Intelligence Foundations: Machine Learning (2018)

LinkedIn

Associate Systems Engineering Professional (ASEP)

INCOSE

AI Literacy Training

Tradewinds

Keelboat Certification

American Sailing

Artificial Intelligence Foundations: Thinking Machines

LinkedIn

National Security Policy Certificate

RAND School of Public Policy

Publications (4)

Occupational Licensing In California: Monopolistic Laws That Stifle Small Businesses?

Berkeley Political Review · Jun 10, 2016

California’s Prolonged Drought And Its Effects On Economic Inequality: A Case Study On East Porterville

Berkeley Political Review · Jun 9, 2016

A Community-Based Case Study in Groundwater, Surfacewater, and Soil Contamination and Particulates in Crystal Palace Park, London and Brighton & Hove

Geotechnical and Environmental Research Group, Department of Engineering, University of Cambridge (Pembroke College) · Aug 19, 2016

Post Natural Disaster Emergency Drone Airport

NEXTOR, UC Berkeley · Dec 1, 2017

Languages (9)
German(Elementary proficiency)Dutch(Elementary proficiency)Korean(Elementary proficiency)Japanese(Full professional proficiency)Spanish(Elementary proficiency)Cantonese (Native or bilingual proficiency)Mandarin(Professional working proficiency)French(Limited working proficiency)English(Native or bilingual proficiency)
Volunteer Experience (20)

AAPI Political Advisor and Meeting Representative

Tommy Hough for San Diego City Council

Nov 2021 - Nov 2022 · 1 yr 1 mo

Mentor

Project Access

Jul 2020 - Oct 2020 · 4 mos

Group Leader

Columbia University College Democrats

Oct 2021 - Nov 2021 · 2 mos

Youth Group Member

Cathedral of St. John the Divine

Sep 2022 - Apr 2023 · 8 mos

Canvasser and Phonebanker

Current

Zohran for NYC

May 2025 - Present · 4 mos

Bilingual Clerk

Registrar of Voters - County of San Diego

Feb 2020 - Mar 2020 · 2 mos

Member

San Diego Downtown Democratic Club

Mar 2021 - May 2022 · 1 yr 3 mos

Engineers Week Co-Organizer

Northrop Grumman

Jan 2020 - Feb 2020 · 2 mos

Member and Supporter

Current

The Royal Canadian Legion

Nov 2022 - Present · 2 yrs 10 mos

Campaign Strategist

Associated Students of the University of California

Jan 2018 - Apr 2019 · 1 yr 4 mos

Volunteering Advisor

California State Board of Equalization

Mar 2021 - Nov 2022 · 1 yr 9 mos

Member, Volunteer and Sailor

SOUTHERN MARYLAND SAILING ASSOCIATION INC

Jun 2023 - Mar 2025 · 1 yr 10 mos

Volunteer Organizer

Warren for President

Dec 2019 - Mar 2020 · 4 mos

Albacore and ILCA Sailor

Current

West River Sailing Club

May 2025 - Present · 4 mos

Department Representative and At-Large Member

Engineering Graduate Student Council at Columbia Engineering

Jan 2022 - Dec 2022 · 1 yr

Interviewer and Alumni Ambassador

Current

Cal Alumni Association | UC Berkeley

Jun 2020 - Present · 5 yrs 3 mos

Volunteer and Crew

Current

Potomac River Sailing Association

Sep 2024 - Present · 1 yr

Political Advisor

Black Castle & Associates

May 2021 - Apr 2023 · 2 yrs

Signature Gatherer and Political Strategist

Committee Supporting the Recall of Jennifer Campbell

Feb 2021 - Jun 2021 · 5 mos

Crew Member

Navy Patuxent Sailing Club

May 2023 - Mar 2024 · 11 mos

Honors & Awards (17)

DFI Trust CEE Scholarship

Issued by Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, UC Berkeley · Apr 2015

Associated with University of California, Berkeley

Orselli Engineering Scholarship

Issued by UC Berkeley College of Engineering · Apr 2015

Associated with University of California, Berkeley

Dibble Memorial Scholarship

Issued by Berkeley Engineering Dean's Office · Apr 2015

Associated with University of California, Berkeley Given to strong Berkeley Engineering applicants for the purpose of providing an incentive for students to study engineering and by also producing high-quality engineers in industry, academic, and startups after graduation.

Chevron Scholar

Issued by Chevron · Sep 2017

Associated with University of California, Berkeley Obtained a $4,000 scholarship as a Chevron Scholar for the 2017-2018 academic year. Seven Chevron Scholars out of a pool of dozens of Berkeley Engineering applicants were selected.

AP Scholar with Distinction

Issued by College Board · Jun 2014

Chevron Mechanical Engineering Scholarship

Issued by Chevron · Oct 2017

Associated with University of California, Berkeley Recipient of the Chevron Mechanical Engineering Scholarship in the amount of $4,000 for the 2017-2018 academic year. Three mechanical engineering students out of a pool of dozens of applicants were selected.

Claremont-UC Undergraduate Research Conference on the European Union

Issued by Scripps College · Apr 2017

• Admitted to a European Union conference for all University of California and The Claremont Colleges students with paper proposals. My proposal and paper was European Migration, Immigration, and Cultural Identity: A Case Study on the Schengen Agreement. • Conference included a paper contest and presentation where the winner would participate in an international conference at the European Union in Brussels.

Prestigious US Government Scholarship

Issued by US Government · Apr 2021

Associated with Columbia University in the City of New York Selected out of a pool of over 3,000 applicants to pursue a graduate degree with free tuition, an annual stipend of up to $35,000, health insurance, structured mentorships, as well as guaranteed summer internships and full-time employment at an internal department agency. Assigned to work on artificial intelligence research.

The Leadership Award

Issued by Cal Alumni Association · Sep 2016

Associated with University of California, Berkeley Received a scholarship after ranking in the top tier of scores, leading me to automatically receive the scholarship without completing an interview. This award has been awarded to over 15,000 students from alumni who have displayed outstanding, innovative, and motivational leadership.

Boeing Day Attendee

Issued by The Boeing Company and American Society of Mechanical Engineers · Mar 2018

Associated with University of California, Berkeley One of two students selected by the Berkeley chapter of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers to go to the Boeing Everett Factory, with all expenses paid by the chapter via Boeing. This event was hosted by Boeing employees who are also Berkeley alumni.

West Contra Costa Retired Educator's Scholarship

Issued by West Contra Costa Unifed School District · Mar 2015

• Given to exceptional students with the West Contra Costa Unified School District by retired teachers and administrators.

Northern California Scholarship Finalist

Issued by Northern California Scholarships Foundation · Jun 2015

Given to 40 competent students from 50 California counties. Within a high school, counselors are only able to recommend one student to be interviewed.

Engineering Scholars as Engaged Scholars Fellowship

Issued by General Motors and UC Berkeley College of Engineering · Mar 2016

Associated with University of Cambridge Received a $2,500 community-oriented fellowship from General Motors to conduct groundwater research while studying at Cambridge.

Integrative Systems and Design Merit Fellowship

Issued by University of Michigan, Ann Arbor · Jun 2020

Awarded a $20,000 merit fellowship from the Integrative Systems and Design (IS+D) division at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor for studies toward a Master of Engineering degree program.

Systems Engineering Field Merit Fellowship

Issued by Cornell University · Apr 2020

Associated with Cornell University Awarded a $5,000 merit fellowship from the Systems Engineering field at Cornell University for studies toward a Master of Engineering degree program.

Institute for Politics and Strategy Fellowship

Issued by Carnegie Mellon University · Apr 2021

Received a half-tuition fellowship for the entire length of a thesis-based master's program in international politics and strategy, specifically with a cyber-related focus.

International Fellows Program Cohort Member

Issued by School of Public and International Affairs, Columbia University in the City of New York · Jan 2023

Associated with Columbia University in the City of New York Accepted to a selective honors program of 30 graduate students per year out of a pool of over 130 applicants (matriculating or current students University-wide) hosted by the School of International and Public Affairs at Columbia. Students participate in weekly seminars to dissect the current international order and the role of the US and the rest of the world in it, in addition to trips to the United Nations and Washington, D.C. Fellows explore ideas for best crafting a system fit for the world in the future. These conversations often occur with prominent diplomats, policymakers (Senators, Representatives, Members of Parliament, etc.), leaders of NGOs, journalists, think-tank leaders, and academics.

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Kevin M. is currently working as Analyst at The Johns Hopkins University · Full-time.
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Kevin M. studied International Fellows Program at Teachers College, Columbia University. They have 10 education entries on their profile.
What skills does Kevin M. have?
Kevin M.'s top skills include RDTE, Multi-agent Systems, PyTorch, Robot Operating System (ROS), HuggingFace. They have 32 skills listed on their profile.
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