Hamid Skili
420 Sandy Circle, Woodstock, GA
Summary
Experienced Senior CAT III Arabic Linguist and U.S. Army Combat Veteran with active TS/SCI clearance and CI Polygraph. Over 15 years in operational intelligence analysis, interpretation, and tactical translation supporting CENTCOM, SOCOM, and USARCENT across Southwest Asia. Extensive background includes combat deployments in Iraq, SCIF management in Kuwait, and special operations in Yemen and the UAE. Fluent in Modern Standard Arabic, North African, Gulf, and Yemeni dialects, with professional fluency in French and English.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Arabic Linguist (SOCOM Support)
Amentum Services
Abu Dhabi , U.A.E
06.2024 - Current
- Transcribed, translated, and analysed open-source intelligence (OSINT), foreign language media, and tactical communications at TS/SCI level, generating actionable intelligence reports. Conducted real-time media monitoring, linguistic analysis, and threat assessment within SCIF, delivering timely, accurate intelligence products that supported operational decision-making and force protection across CENTCOM AOR.
- SCIF Duties & Responsibilities: Managed secure daily SCIF operations, maintaining strict physical, document, and operational security standards for classified intelligence data processing at TS/SCI level. Enforced SCIF access control, document handling, and COMSEC procedures; provided real-time translation and analysis of classified intelligence within the SCIF, ensuring compliance with security protocols, and mission-ready intelligence support.
- Provided command-level translation and interpretation for ARCENT multinational exercises (Kuwait, Eager Lion (Jordan), Earnest Leader (KSA), Iron Talon (UAE), Friendship (KSA), Inferno Creek (Oman), facilitating senior leader engagements, operational planning, and joint force coordination to enhance interoperability across coalition partners and ensure successful exercise execution.
Senior Arabic Linguist (SOCOM Support)
Amentum Services
Abu Dhabi, U.A.E
08.2012 - Current
- Host-Nation Counterpart Training: Serve as lead linguist and cultural advisor delivering specialized tactical and operational training to UAE Presidential Guard – Special Operations Group (PG-SOG), Dubai SWAT, and UAE maritime units. Provide real-time Arabic-English interpretation for close-quarters battle (CQB), maritime VBSS, and CT operations, ensuring seamless U.S./UAE interoperability and mission execution under SOCCENT oversight.
- Joint Operations & Intelligence: I run real-time intelligence-sharing sessions inside the UAE Joint Operations Command (JOC). In the room, I provide simultaneous interpretation for U.S. and Emirati commanders, translate TS intelligence reports on the spot, and advise on cultural context and threat nuances to maintain shared situational awareness. My work directly enables coalition threat monitoring and rapid decision-making during current operation (Epic Fury).
- Roundtable & Intelligence Sharing: Facilitate high-level daily intelligence-sharing roundtable meetings at the Joint Operations Command, utilizing real-time simultaneous and consecutive interpretation to bridge U.S. and host-nation intelligence elements. Provide accurate, time-sensitive translation of classified briefings, threat assessments, and operational updates to ensure coalition-wide situational awareness and unified decision-making.
- Coordinated logistics and tactical engagements with UAE host-nation counterparts during SOCCENT Operation “Epic Fury,” liaising between U.S. Forces, U.S. Embassy military attaché, UAE military, and civilian contractors to facilitate construction and establishment of new installations and forward operating locations, ensuring compliance with SOCCENT standards and mission timelines.
- Provided active, direct operational and linguistic support to joint-operation “Falcon Strike,” serving as primary TF3 linguist for real-time coordination, intelligence fusion, and host-nation liaison, enhancing mission planning and execution to achieve U.S. and UAE objectives.
- Tactical & Host-Nation Training: Executed joint training programs for Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) Land Forces and delivered specialized operational instruction to Yemen Special Forces, Yemen Political Security Organization (PSO), Yemeni Scouts, Giants Brigade (Al-Amaliqah), and Elite Hadramout Forces. Provided real-time tactical interpretation, cultural advisory, and mission coordination for counter-terrorism, screening operations, and special operations training under SOCOM TF3 oversight.
- JSOTF & Interrogation Support: In Yemen, I directly supported JSOTF — I was in the room for screening, detainee processing, and tactical interrogations. I provided live, accurate interpretation under pressure, ensuring intelligence was captured correctly while maintaining compliance with U.S. standards. My work supported immediate threat analysis and follow-on operations in a combat zone.
- Screening & Recruitment Operations: I coordinated interview, screening, and comprehensive background assessment processes for new Yemeni military recruits in support of JF3 ODAs and partner force. Conducted biometric enrollment (fingerprints, iris, facial) for hundreds of candidates, performed real-time interpretation of screening interviews, and accurately translated and processed vetting documents in a timely manner to ensure force protection and operational integrity.
- Delivered end-to-end linguistic support for logistics operations, combat movements, Civil Affairs activities, and U.S. Distinguished Visitor engagements across Yemen, coordinating real-time interpretation for convoy operations and senior leader briefings to ensure mission continuity and host-nation cooperation.
- Sharurah & Yemen | September 2020 – June 2024
09LIMA
U.S. Army
Iraq, Iraq
05.2010 - 04.2017
- Acted as the personal interpreter for Battalion Commander LTC Scout Taylor during high-stakes engagements with Iraqi military officers and local civilian leaders in Iraq. Provided direct, real-time interpretation for key leader engagements (KLEs), operational negotiations, and strategic discussions, enabling commander’s intent, strengthening host-nation partnerships, and ensuring accurate communication at the battalion command level.
- Combat Deployment (Iraq): Basra, Iraq (May 2010 – Apr 2011): Deployed to Basra as U.S. Army Soldier and Arabic Linguist in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and Operation New Dawn (OND). Conducted combat operations and tactical interpretation in high-threat environment; provided real-time translation for patrols, key leader engagements, detainee operations, and Civil Affairs activities, enhancing mission success and force protection.
- Intel & Interrogation Support: Directly supported 35P (Cryptologic Linguist) operations during detainee interrogations and assisted 35F (Intelligence Analyst) with document triage and foreign media analysis up to SECRET level. Provided real-time tactical interpretation, translated intelligence documents, and conducted OSINT/news exploitation, contributing to intelligence collection and actionable reporting in support of battalion operations in Iraq.
- Executed tactical operations, supporting combat engagements in Basra, Iraq. Conducted foot and mounted security patrols, land navigation, and weapons maintenance/storage to ensure operational effectiveness. Qualified Expert on crew-served and individual weapons systems: M2 .50 Cal, M240B, M249 SAW, M16/M4 carbines. Performed soldier duties under combat conditions, maintaining force protection and mission readiness.
Arabic Interpreter
World Service USA Contracting / Private Sector
Atlanta, GA
06.2011 - 08.2012
- Delivered consecutive interpretation for Arabic-speaking clients during clinical medical evaluations and high-stakes legal proceedings, facilitating accurate communication of client rights, medical information, and legal processes while upholding confidentiality and HIPAA compliance in sensitive environments.
- Accurately interpreted spoken and written conversations between different languages for clients.
- Translated conversations and documents between two parties in professional situations.
- Maintained strict confidentiality and professionalism in sensitive settings, earning trust from clients and agencies.
Education
CCNA
Networkat
Abu Dhabi01-2026
High School Diploma -
Muhammad 1st University
Morocco2001
Skills
- Security Clearance & SCIF Operations: Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph; SCIF intelligence control, document triage, and classified data management
- Interpretation & Translation: Real-time Simultaneous & Consecutive Interpretation, Key leader engagements, Key leader support, Technical/Legal/Medical Document Translation
- Linguistic Expertise: Native Modern Standard Arabic (MSA), Native North African Dialects, Fluent Gulf Dialect, Fluent Yemeni Dialect, Fluent French, Fluent English
- Intelligence Disciplines: OSINT, SOCINT, All-Source Intelligence Fusion, Interrogation/Screening Support
- Operational & Tactical Support: Support to US Navy SEAL Teams, Joint Special Operations Task Force (JSOTF), Command Post Exercises (CPX), Situational Training Exercises (STX), and Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP)
- Military Training & Foreign Defense: Tactical instruction for elite host-nation partners (Presidential Guard, Special Operations Group, SWAT, Special Forces, Land Forces)
- Cultural advisory
Certification
- Interpreter / Translator Certification Course – U.S. Army
- Advanced Individual Training (AIT - MOS 09L) – Fort Huachuca, AZ
- Basic Combat Training (BCT) – Fort Jackson, SC
- Combat Lifesaver (CLS) Certification – U.S. Army
- Army SAPR (Sexual Assault Prevention & Response) Training – U.S. Army
- ESL Certification – Interactive College of Technology, Chamblee, GA
- CCNA: in progress
Languages
Native fluency in Modern Standard Arabic (MSA), North African (Moroccan), Gulf, and Yemeni dialects, complemented by professional fluency in French and English.
Linguistic Expertise: Native Modern Standard Arabic (MSA), Native North African Dialects, Fluent Gulf Dialect, Fluent Yemeni Dialect, Fluent French, Fluent English.
Custom
Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM), National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal with Campaign Star, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, Armed Forces Reserve Medal
Timeline
Senior Arabic Linguist (SOCOM Support)
Amentum Services
06.2024 - Current
Senior Arabic Linguist (SOCOM Support)
Amentum Services
08.2012 - Current
Arabic Interpreter
World Service USA Contracting / Private Sector
06.2011 - 08.2012
09LIMA
U.S. Army
05.2010 - 04.2017
CCNA
Networkat
High School Diploma -
Muhammad 1st University