Curriculum Vitae

Thomas C. Zumbado
Graduate Student / Researcher
1201 University Village
Salt Lake City, UT 84108
E: tzumbado@gmail.com

Education

2011 MS, Geography, University of Utah, with George Hepner
Thesis: An Investigation of the Philosophical Changes of the Abu Sayyaf Group using Geospatial Analysis

2009 BS, Geography, University of Utah, with George Hepner
Foci: Political Geography, Terrorism, Quantitative Analysis
Magna cum laude

2009 BS, Political Science, University of Utah, with Benjamin Judkins
Foci: International Relations, Security Studies, Religion
Magna cum laude

2009 Minor, Classical Civilization, University of Utah
Focus: Ancient political theory and institutions

2009 Certificate of International Relations, University of Utah

Research Interests

Terrorism Studies, International Relations, Geopolitics, Cartography and Map Analysis, the terror-to-crime mutation of political extremism, quantitative analysis of terrorist attack patterns.

Personal Information

Born Huntington Park, CA USA
Spouse Lisa Zumbado
Children Vincent T. Zumbado, Amelia G. Zumbado

Professional Experience

Current Position

Researcher, University of Utah Department of Geography, Salt Lake City UT, Supervisor: Dr. George Hepner

• Conduct geospatial analysis and cartographic production of terrorist organizations' areas of influence.
• Discern geopolitical goals of terrorist organizations through the research of open source materials.
• Develop and deploy geographic information systems (GIS), visualization tools, map applications, and spatial data infrastructures towards research goals and objectives.
• Spearhead the drafting of a Geopspatial Intelligence Certificate accreditation study in accordance with standards set by they United States Geospatial Intelligence Foundation.

Software Packages and Data Sources
2009-2011 ArcGIS, Python (Novice), ENVI, SPSS, CrimeStat, MS Office, LandSat


Past Work Experience

2009-2011 Instructor, University of Utah Department of Geography, Salt Lake City UT, Supervisor: Dr. George Hepner

• Summer 2011 Lead Instructor for GEOG 1400, Human Geography
• Spring 2011 Lead Instructor for GEOG 1010, Intro to Geographic Data
• Spring 2011 Teaching Assistant for GEOG 3020, Geographic Statistical Analysis
• Fall 2010 Lab Instructor for GEOG 3040, Principles of Cartography
• Summer 2010 Lead Instructor for GEOG 1400, Human Geography
• Spring 2010 Lab Instructor for GEOG 3020, Geographic Statistical Analysis
• Fall 2009 Lab Instructor for GEOG 3040, Principles of Cartography

2004-2009 Technician, University of Utah Environmental Health and Safety, Salt Lake City UT, Supervisor: Ms. Jennifer Stones

• Conducted laboratory safety equipment inspections.
• Updated emergency exit maps for university dormitories.
• Worked in conjunction with the University Fire Marshall’s Office inspecting fire detection systems.

2000-2004 Firefighter / Crash Rescue Specialist, Raleigh-Durham International Airport NC, Supervisor: Chief James Thompson

• Received national certification as Fire Service Instructor.
• One of three departmental firefighters to hold an advanced Emergency Medical Technician-Intermediate certificate.
• Implemented and maintained departmental Water and Land Search rescue training programs.

1996-2004 Company Officer / Fire Engineer, Western Wake Fire Rescue, Raleigh NC, Supervisor: Chief J. Darrin Holt

• Proctored initial training of probationary firefighters.
• Maintained departmental emergency response district maps.
• Supervised day shift rescue company operations.
• Implemented training course in “Spanish for the First Responder.”

1991-1996 Sergeant / Fire Support Specialist, US Army, Ft. Bragg NC, Supervisor: Captain Gregory Maxton

• Graduate of the US Army Airborne School.
• Instructed new soldiers on the use of maps for land navigation and artillery.
• Awarded numerous medals and commendations during five year enlistment.
• Conducted long range reconnaissance and coordinated cannon, naval gunfire and close air support resources for combat maneuver forces.
• Issued a SECRET level security clearance.
  

Editorial and Research

2009 Editorial Board Member, Hinckley Journal of Politics

2006 Undergraduate Research Assistant for Dr. Benjamin Judkins in the study of economic sanctions.


Awards and Honors

2011 Featured Scholar, Though the Years, Continuum: The Magazine of the University of Utah, Volume 20 (4)

2011 Semifinalist, The Science, Mathematics and Research for Transformation Scholarship established by the Department of Defense

2010 Recipient, United States Geospatial Intelligence Foundation Scholarship

2010 Geography Department Nominee, Hiatt Graduate Scholarship from the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, University of Utah

2009 Winner, University of Utah Alumni Association Outstanding Senior Award

2009 Recipient, United States Geospatial Intelligence Foundation Scholarship

2009 Recipient, Hiatt Graduate Scholarship from the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, University of Utah

2008 Recipient, Department of Political Science Continuing Student Scholarship, University of Utah

2007 Featured Scholar, College of Social and Behavioral Science Spring Newsletter

2007 Recipient, Advisory Board Honor Roll Scholarship from the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, University of Utah

2006 Recipient, E. Rich Brewer Honor Roll Scholarship from the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, University of Utah

2005 Recipient, Boyd Scholarship from the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, University of Utah

2005 Recipient, Eskelsen Scholarship from the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, University of Utah

2005 Recipient, University of Utah Alumni Association Non-traditional Student Scholarship


Language Proficiencies

Spanish (Expert), Japanese (Novice)

Invited Talks and Presentations

2012 (PENDING) Lead Presenter, An Investigation of the Philosophical Changes of the Abu Sayyaf Group using Geospatial Analysis, The Annual Meeting of the Association of American Geographers, New York City NY

2011 Student Volunteer, GEOINT 2011 Symposium, United States Geospatial Intelligence Foundation, San Antonio TX

2011 Monograph Participant, Challenges of Socio-Cultural Dynamics for Global Security, United States Geospatial Intelligence Foundation, Reston VA

2011 Lead Presenter, GTU/Adelante School Outreach Project: Exploring the Landforms of Utah, Department of Geography, University of Utah

2010 Lead Presenter, A Comparison of Two Change Detecting Algorithms: VCT and Landtrendr, Remote Sensing Applications Center, USDA Forest Service, Salt Lake City UT

2010 Panel Member, College of Social and Behavioral Science Freshmen Orientation, Ft. Douglas, University of Utah

2008 Student Speaker, College of Social and Behavioral Science Awards Luncheon, Ft. Douglas, University of Utah

2006 Panel Member, College of Social and Behavioral Science Advisory Board Emeritus Dinner, Town Club, Salt Lake City UT

Academic and Professional Organization Memberships

Association of American Geographers
Gamma Theta Upsilon geography honor society
Pi Sigma Alpha political science honor society
National Society of Collegiate Scholars
United States Geospatial Intelligence Foundation

Personal Interests

Astronomy
Boy Scouting
Cycling
Hiking
Maps