U.S. Army veteran with 8 years, 6 months of active-duty service (2007–2016). Separated at the rank of Sergeant. Primary MOS: 11B Infantryman (8 years, 4 months). Additional MOS: 74D CBRN Specialist (4 years, 10 months). Combat deployment to Iraq, 2008–2009. Awarded Combat Infantryman Badge and Parachutist Badge. Completed Warrior Leader Course, Combat Lifesaver Course, CBRN Specialist Course, HAZMAT certification, and hazardous-material transportation training. Experienced in infantry operations, small-unit leadership, weapons handling, field operations, CBRN operations, and operating in a combat environment.