Academy Insider

Join me on the most recent Academy Insider podcast to talk about the Information Warfare Community and Navy cyber. When I was a Midshipman majoring in cyber operations, I wanted to continue on to be a Cryptologic Warfare officer because that was my best chance of doing military cyber operations. However, I quickly ended up being a tactical SIGNIT & EW officer for my 6 years in the Navy. But things are quickly adjusting in the landscape of Navy cyber, many thanks to critical voices like VADM Craig Clapperton, Commander of FCC/C10F (sorry for saying you're a part of IFOR in the video). Now the MCWO community will create cyber focused officers, which is much needed! To learn about CW, MCWO, and CWE, check out the podcast. I take the time to walk through each of the IWC designators and provide honest feedback of what you would be doing at a high level. And for any leadership within these communities - I'd love to have you join the Academy Insider podcast to talk about career paths and the direction of these communities! Thank you so much! #navy #cyber #usna

My favorite part of Academy Insider is that it gives me the ability to connect with Naval Academy families across the country. Last Saturday I was officiating a basketball game at The University of Texas Permian Basin out in Odessa, TX. A couple months previous, Jared Blong and Lori Blong had reached out with questions as their daughter is a Plebe at the United States Naval Academy. And they just so happen to live in West Texas. After the game I was able to join Jared and Lori, who is the Mayor of the city of Midland, for dinner and some storytelling about the Naval Academy. And what an absolute treat it was for me. This is the ultimate network and community. Strangers scattered throughout the country become dear friends and family because of this shared background and experience. And I've also had so many grads reaching out recently to touch base, pick my brain, get help on one off situations, and hopefully get a step ahead in their world. And I love every bit of it. If I can be of service to you in any form or fashion, please shoot me a DM. I genuinely love it. #usna #network #community #texas

Sleep is so important for Midshipman. John P. Cordle, Dr. Eng, Pdt (Prolific Disruptive Thinker) you for sharing your expertise and perspective!

You go to the Academy because it is a hard thing to do. But it’s designed to create a better version of yourself. #usna #usnavy #navy #navalacademy #plebe #annapolis #submarines #submarine #semperdeep #silentservice

Separation and distance from family can be one of the most difficult aspect of being a submarine officer. #usna #usnavy #navy #navalacademy #plebe #annapolis #submarines #submarine #semperdeep #silentservice

Let’s talk about the real problems #usna #usnavy #navy #navalacademy #plebe #annapolis #submarines #submarine #semperdeep #silentservice

Being a military officer is all about leading teams of teams. #usna #usnavy #navy #navalacademy #plebe #annapolis #submarines #submarine #semperdeep #silentservice

Forceful backup to maintain high standards is a cornerstone of the submarining community. If you enjoy doing difficult things - submarining is for you. #usna #usnavy #navy #navalacademy #plebe #annapolis #submarines #submarine #semperdeep #silentservice

As a junior officer, your job is to lead teams. #usna #usnavy #navy #navalacademy #plebe #annapolis #submarines #submarine #semperdeep #SilentService

Submarines can be one of the most difficult work life balance situations. It’s so important to find your thing to stay healthy and maintain your identity. #usna #usnavy #navy #navalacademy #plebe #annapolis #submarines #submarine #semperdeep #silentservice