Adam Birst
About Adam Birst
Adam Birst is a Program Analyst currently working at Valiant Integrated Services in the Greater San Diego Area. He has extensive experience in marine science and security, having held various positions within the United States Coast Guard over a span of several years.
Work at Integrated Services
Adam Birst has been employed at Valiant Integrated Services as a Program Analyst since 2018. In this role, he focuses on developing and implementing instructional programs that cater to a variety of audiences. His experience in program analysis allows him to contribute effectively to the organization's objectives, leveraging his background in safety, security, and environmental audits.
Previous Experience in the Coast Guard
Adam Birst has a significant history with the United States Coast Guard, serving in various capacities. He worked as a Marine Science Technician from 1996 to 2000 in Honolulu, Hawaii, and later in Santa Barbara, California, from 2000 to 2001. He also held the position of Senior Investigating Officer from 2005 to 2008 in Portland, Oregon, and served as the Assistant Chief of Port Operations in San Diego from 2001 to 2005. His roles involved responsibilities related to safety, security, and environmental audits.
Education and Expertise
Adam Birst has a strong educational background, having earned a Master of Arts in Educational Technology from San Diego State University in 2009. He also holds an Associate of Science in Supervisory Leadership from Hawaii Pacific University, obtained in 1999, and a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies from American Public University System, completed in 2007. His educational qualifications complement his expertise in creating instructional programs and conducting pollution response and investigation.
Professional Skills and Specializations
Adam Birst specializes in developing dynamic instructional programs tailored to diverse audiences. His professional skills include safety, security, and environmental audits, as well as facility and vessel inspections. He has experience in creating emergency plans and designing exercises in line with the Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation System, showcasing his capability in managing complex safety and security operations.
Career at Cubic Global Defense
Before joining Valiant Integrated Services, Adam Birst worked at Cubic Global Defense as an Exercise Analyst from 2017 to 2018. In this role, he contributed to the planning and execution of military exercises, utilizing his extensive background in safety and security to enhance operational effectiveness.