Joseph Schnitt
Woodbridge
Summary
Senior Case Analyst with 23+ years of experience in program management specializing in analysis, research, and intelligence gathering. Proven ability to manage data effectively and communicate complex ideas to diverse audiences, including organizational leadership. Strong problem-solving skills focused on establishing efficient practices to enhance program and operational effectiveness.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Case Analyst
U.S. Department of Justice
Washington
03.2003 - 09.2025
- Conducted complex intelligence analysis to support federal security/protection programs, including systematic review, exploitation, coordination, monitoring, and dissemination of intelligence at international, national, regional, and local levels. Provided analytical support to significant federal prosecutions involving international drug trafficking organizations, gangs, terrorist networks, motorcycle gangs, LCN, and other organized crime groups, covering crimes such as racketeering, money laundering, human trafficking, murder, and terrorism.
- Advised senior leadership, legal counsel, and agency peers on sensitive law enforcement matters, including witness protection, security threats, confidential informant utilization, immigration, custody issues, logistics, Congressional inquiries, OIG audits, disclosures, and discovery requests.
- Developed timely recommendations and detailed reports on the operational use of federal prisoners, addressing complex technical, policy, and legal issues while managing multiple high-stakes projects in fast-paced environments.
- Produced accurate investigative and intelligence reports, incorporating analysis of intelligence products, threat/risk assessments, psychological evaluations, witness interviews, criminal histories, court/legal findings, financial records, and immigration documents.
- Coordinated and resolved issues with federal, state, and local partners including BOP, USMS, FBI, DEA, ATF, DHS, JTTFs, USAOs, and local law enforcement agencies.
- Researched and analyzed data using multiple law enforcement systems (Oracle, BOP Sentry, NCIC, NLETS, and others) to support threat assessments, background investigations, and trend identification.
- Served as project manager on risk management initiatives related to terrorism, sex offenders, and transnational organized crime (TOC), conducting program effectiveness reviews and cost/benefit analyses to support agency operations.
- Led the TOC working group in partnership with USMS, FBI Terrorism Screening Center, and NJTTF to resolve complex security and organized crime cases.
- Provided analytical support to law enforcement and Assistant U.S. Attorneys, strengthening case development and federal prosecutions.
- Managed disclosure and discovery requests related to criminal/civil litigation and confidential informant programs, ensuring compliance and deconfliction.
- Designed and executed strategies and procedures to enhance organizational effectiveness.
- Trained, mentored, and supervised analysts and staff; served as Acting Deputy Chief/Supervisory Case Analyst, leading teams of 8–10 personnel.
- Delivered training programs for USMS, FBI, and USAOs nationwide.
- Served on several hiring boards for the office.
Custom Protection Officer
Wackenhut Security Corp
Lynchburg
01.2000 - 12.2001
- Supervised 8–10 employees per shift, managing work schedules, shift logs, employee counseling, and reporting to upper management.
- Served as primary liaison with contracted facilities management to resolve security, safety, and personnel matters.
- Oversaw security operations at production plants, storage, and shipping/receiving sites, including screening of over 3,000 daily visitors with metal detectors, scheduled facility inspections, and monitoring of security systems.
- Led investigations into theft, fraud, and assaults; prepared reports and coordinated directly with local law enforcement to support investigations and arrests.
- Trained and certified in physical security (Armed Guard), first aid (First Responder), hazardous materials handling, drug/alcohol testing, and self-defense techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Government
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA 08.1997 - 06.1999
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Mohawk Valley Community College
Utica, NY 09.1994 - 06.1996
Skills
- Case evaluation and documentation review
- Ethical judgment and compliance monitoring
- Client interaction and relationship management
- Analytical mindset and investigative techniques
- Problem-solving and attention to detail
- Time management and multitasking
Accomplishments
- Consistently recognized for excellence with annual cash awards, time-off awards, and quality step increases (2003–present). Received exceptional or outstanding performance evaluations throughout federal career
Affiliations
- Travel: Visited over 24 countries, gaining exposure to diverse cultures, cuisines, and lifestyles.
- Fitness: Enthusiast with a focus on weightlifting, currently expanding into cardio and mobility training.
- Cooking: Creative cook who enjoys problem-solving and improvisation, emphasizing adaptability and resourcefulness.
- Social Engagement: Active participant in recreational leagues and tournaments, including cornhole, pickleball, board games, darts, pool, and golf.
Certification
- NCIC database user
- BOP’s Sentry database user
- Gang training
- Implicit Bias Training
- Polygraph training
- Psychological Evaluation training covering motivation and behavior of the criminal mind
- Represented my office and took part in the 2023 EuropolNetwork Conference on Witness Protection in Bali, Indonesia
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Case Analyst
U.S. Department of Justice
03.2003 - 09.2025
Custom Protection Officer
Wackenhut Security Corp
01.2000 - 12.2001
Bachelor of Science - Government
Liberty University
08.1997 - 06.1999
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Mohawk Valley Community College
09.1994 - 06.1996