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GEORGE P. KOON

Global Enterprise Consultant-EDGE
Abu Dhabi,Abu Dhabi
GEORGE P. KOON

Work Preference

Desired Job Title

Intelligence AnalystPolicy AdvisorRisk AnalystRisk Management AnalystCybersecurity Analyst

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract WorkConsulting

Location Preference

RemoteOn-Site

Location:

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab EmiratesUnited States

Open to relocation:

Yes

Minimum Desired Compensation

$100000/yr

Important To Me

Flexible work hoursPersonal development programsWork from home optionHealthcare benefits
23
Years of experience

Governance, risk, and compliance professional with deep strength in investigations-related research, institutional assessment, and regulatory analysis across complex international environments. Delivers concise briefings, policy guidance, and risk-based findings that help senior teams address governance weaknesses, improve controls, and apply consistent procedures with discretion and sound judgment.

Work History

Intelligence Security and Cybersecurity Instructor

7 Years 9 Months
Global Enterprise Consultant-EDGE | Abu Dhabi, UAE | 01.2019 - Current
  • Delivered professional instruction in intelligence analysis, security-related topics, and cybersecurity awareness.
  • Created training materials and practical examples that enhanced analytical skills and risk awareness for informed decision-making.
  • Clarified complex subjects and tailored learning materials to meet diverse audience needs.
  • Advocated for professional standards and established responsible information handling practices and disciplined analytical methods.

Senior Intelligence Analyst

5 Years 5 Months
U.S. Department of Defense Support | 02.2010 - 07.2015
  • Conducted structured research and evidence review involving sensitive allegations, including potential war crimes and crimes against humanity, applying analytical discipline and discretion.
  • Reviewed and analyzed more than 15,000 reports concerning governance, security, corruption-related issues, institutional performance, and accountability, identifying material risks, recurring trends, and issues requiring senior-level attention.
  • Prepared concise analytical reports, briefings, and recommendations for senior decision-makers, ensuring clarity of complex issues and practical options for informed decision-making.
  • Assessed governance and accountability challenges and developed evidence-based findings to support risk-informed decisions, operational planning, and institutional oversight.
  • Identified emerging risks and significant developments, communicating findings through established reporting and briefing processes to inform strategic responses.
  • Collaborated with military, diplomatic, development, and other stakeholders to evaluate complex issues, reconcile information from multiple sources, and support coordinated responses.
  • Supported development of policies, procedures, and operational guidance, enhancing consistency and clarifying responsibilities to strengthen governance and accountability frameworks.
  • Applied sound professional judgment when managing sensitive reporting, competing priorities, and time-critical requirements.

Legal and Institutional Researcher

6 Months
US State Department | 08.2009 - 02.2010
  • Evaluated judicial institutions and governance arrangements, examining institutional performance, accountability, procedural effectiveness, and rule-of-law challenges.
  • Conducted legal and policy research identifying structural weaknesses, assessing institutional risks, and formulating practical recommendations that enhanced institutional frameworks.
  • Examined legal and administrative frameworks and translated complex findings into clear, evidence-based reports.
  • Developed actionable recommendations to improve oversight, institutional effectiveness, transparency, and accountability across governance structures.
  • Addressed governance and justice-sector issues with sound judgment and professional integrity, ensuring sensitive information was handled with care.

Program Manager Monitoring and Evaluation

1 Year 2 Months
US State Department | Badgdad, Iraq | 06.2008 - 08.2009
  • Supported program oversight and financial management through comprehensive review of operational processes, management reporting, and internal control arrangements to enhance transparency.
  • Reviewed performance indicators and monitoring data to spot implementation gaps, operational risks, and ways to improve accountability.
  • Assisted with performance monitoring and reporting processes to support management oversight and decision-making.
  • Examined operational practices, documenting findings to clarify procedures and strengthen internal controls, ensuring reliable program information.
  • Collaborated with program stakeholders to resolve implementation issues, fostering adherence to established procedures for consistent operational performance.
  • Balanced competing priorities in a demanding operational setting while maintaining accuracy, report quality, and careful handling of sensitive information.

Legal Researcher

9 Months
Vanderbilt University International Criminal Lab | Nasvhille, TN | 08.2007 - 05.2008
  • Conducted comprehensive legal research on international criminal law and accountability, informing legal strategies for serious international crimes.
  • Evaluated sensitive subject matter and competing legal interpretations using rigorous research methods, ensuring accuracy and depth in legal assessments.
  • Analyzed legal authorities and complex questions, delivering structured written analyses that supported case development.

Research and Policy Analysis

1 Year 2 Months
Refugees International | Washington , DC | 05.2003 - 07.2004
  • Synthesized information from multiple sources into actionable findings and policy recommendations.
  • Supported evidence-based analysis of institutional and operational challenges to enhance responses in complex international environments.
  • Conducted research and analysis on humanitarian, governance, and policy issues to inform interventions for vulnerable populations.

Education

Cybersecurity Certificate Program - Cyber Security

Harvard University | Boston | 09-2027

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Ph.D. - Business Law

Alfred Nobel Open Business School | Switzerland | 06-2023

Master of Arts - International Criminal Law

Vanderbilt University | Nashville | 05-2008

Bachelor of Arts - Law

Cambridge University | England | 07-2007

Master of Arts - International Relations

American University | Washington DC | 05-2003

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Luther College | Decorah | 05-2001

Skills

Risk compliance assessment
Internal controls and operational risk
Risk mitigation recommendations
Investigative research
Performance assessment
Ethics
integrity
and accountability
Effective communication
Cybersecurity legal insights
Regulatory policy analysis
Compliance monitoring
Policy development
Executive reporting
Stakeholder collaboration
Risk-based judgment
Collaboration across disciplines

SELECTED PUBLICATION

The Machete and the Cobra (2026)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • International experience across the Middle East, Africa, and other complex operating environments.
  • Professional focus on governance, legal and policy analysis, risk assessment, institutional accountability, and compliance support.
  • References available upon request.

Timeline

Intelligence Security and Cybersecurity Instructor

Global Enterprise Consultant-EDGE
01.2019 - CurrentRead More

Senior Intelligence Analyst

U.S. Department of Defense Support
02.2010 - 07.2015Read More

Legal and Institutional Researcher

US State Department
08.2009 - 02.2010Read More

Program Manager Monitoring and Evaluation

US State Department
06.2008 - 08.2009Read More

Legal Researcher

Vanderbilt University International Criminal Lab
08.2007 - 05.2008Read More

Research and Policy Analysis

Refugees International
05.2003 - 07.2004Read More

Harvard University

Cybersecurity Certificate Program from Cyber Security
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Alfred Nobel Open Business School

Ph.D. from Business Law
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Vanderbilt University

Master of Arts from International Criminal Law
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Cambridge University

Bachelor of Arts from Law
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American University

Master of Arts from International Relations
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Luther College

Bachelor of Arts from Political Science
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GEORGE P. KOON