William Wando, Pmp
About William Wando, Pmp
William Wando is an Operations Specialist with extensive experience in military operations and strategic planning. He served in the United States Marine Corps for 40 years and held various leadership roles, including Deputy Director at USSOCOM and Director of Global C2 at the Missile Defense Agency.
Current Role at Insight Global
William Wando currently serves as an Operations Specialist at Insight Global, a position he has held since 2023. He works on-site at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama. In this role, he provides operational support and contributes to the efficiency of the organization.
Previous Experience at USSOCOM
William Wando worked at the United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) as the Deputy Director of the Special Plans and Policy Division from 2013 to 2017. His tenure lasted four years in the Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida area, where he provided executive decision support to national-level leaders during overseas combat and peacetime deployments.
Military Service in the United States Marine Corps
William Wando served in the United States Marine Corps for 40 years, from 1982 to 2022. His roles included Commanding Officer, Engineer Requirements Officer, and Plans Officer, among others. His extensive military career included significant leadership and operational planning responsibilities.
Educational Background
William Wando has a strong educational foundation with multiple degrees. He earned a Master of Arts in National Security and Strategic Studies from the U.S. Naval War College in 2013. He also holds a Master of Science in Engineering Management from Missouri University of Science and Technology, achieved in 2001, and a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from the Illinois Institute of Technology, completed in 1993. Additionally, he studied Operational Studies at Marine Corps University, obtaining a Master's degree in 2007.
Professional Achievements
Throughout his career, William Wando has received 17 personal awards for successfully accomplishing complex projects in demanding environments. His expertise encompasses operational planning, resourcing, systems analysis, risk assessment, and technical and economic decision-making.