IBRAHIM TOLGA KOCYIGIT
USAG Bavaria
Summary
Experienced Army Team Leader with a mission-driven approach, seeking a federal position in Europe with the Department of Defense or another U.S. government agency. Possessing over 4 years of leadership, risk management, and operational expertise. Demonstrated ability to supervise complex operations, manage multi-million-dollar assets, and uphold high standards of performance, safety, and efficiency. Developed valuable skills in a high-stakes, disciplined environment, focusing on strategic thinking and decision-making. Transitioning into a new field where these skills can drive impactful results.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cavalry Scout Team Leader (Sergeant, 19D)
U.S. Army
11.2021 - 10.2025
- Led 12–24 soldiers in mounted and dismounted tactical operations across hostile and training environments.
- Directed reconnaissance, route clearance, and target acquisition missions using Strykers, MRAPs, and HMMWVs.
- Conducted live-fire training with heavy weapons: M2 .50 cal, MK19, Javelin, ITAS, and Carl Gustaf.
- Accountable for over $5M in equipment and vehicles; ensured 100% readiness and operational safety.
- Mentored junior soldiers in career development, performance improvement, and military education.
- Coordinated over 500 miles of convoy operations in complex terrain during Middle East deployment (Dec 2024 – Apr 2025).
- Developed and executed training schedules aligned with mission readiness and SOPs.
- Various Combat & Training Environments & Leadership | USAG Bavaria | Middle East Deployment
- Supervisor: SSG Tyler Grant | +49 162 4806226 | May Contact: Yes
- Hours/Week: 60+ | Salary: $50,000
Education
Associate of General Studies -
06.2026
High School - undefined
Harry S. Truman High School
Levittown, PASkills
- Problem Solving & Adaptability
- Heavy Equipment Operation & Maintenance
- Physical Fitness & Endurance
- Medical & Emergency Response
- Communication & Language Proficiency
- Advanced Weapons Systems Operation
- Risk Management & SOP Compliance
- Technical & Mechanical Skills
- Leadership & Team Management
- Operational & Combat Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Casualty evacuation
- Route planning
- GPS navigation
- Vehicle maintenance
- Weapons proficiency
- Cross-country driving
- Data acquisition
- Foreign language skills
- Airborne operations
- Vehicle transport
- Platoon resupply
- Radio communications
- Hazardous material handling
- Equipment management
- Time management
- Leadership skills
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 12-24 staff members.
- Achieved AAM by completing Defense Language Linguist Program with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
- Heavy Weapons Leaders Course (HWLC)
- Airborne School
- MANPADS Operator School
- Combat Lifesaver Course (CLS)
- SERE Level A
- DLPT – Turkish: 3/3 (Fluent)
- Italian Army Combat Ski Course
- Squadron Designated Maintainer Course
LNGG
Turkish
Additional Training
- Risk Management
- SOP Preparation for Ammunition and Explosives
- Explosive Safety Familiarization
- Ammunition Handling and Identification
- First Aid
- Human Communication
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Introduction to Firearms
- Orienteering
- Physical Fitness and Team Building
Deployment History
- Middle East Deployment
- December 2024 – April 2025
- Executed real-world reconnaissance and convoy operations under combat conditions. Maintained equipment accountability, ensured soldier safety, and completed mission-critical tasks in a high-stress environment.
Awards
Army Achievement Medal – Outstanding leadership as Team Leader (Feb 2025), Certificate of Achievement – Leadership Excellence (Mar 2025), Certificate of Achievement – Physical Fitness (Dec 2022)
Timeline
Cavalry Scout Team Leader (Sergeant, 19D)
U.S. Army
11.2021 - 10.2025
High School - undefined
Harry S. Truman High School
Associate of General Studies -
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