Meredith M. Binesar
Abingdon
Summary
Strategic intelligence leader with over 9 years of experience driving interagency collaboration, data-driven policy development, and threat mitigation strategies across correctional and law enforcement environments. Currently serving as Chief of the Analytical and Technical Unit within Maryland DPSCS, supervising analysts and managing multi-agency intelligence platforms. Adept at building partnerships across federal, state, and international boundaries to advance counterterrorism initiatives, streamline intelligence dissemination, and enhance public safety operations. Recognized for developing actionable insights, leading high-performing teams, and guiding cross-cultural coordination in sensitive, high-risk domains. Brings a behavioral and trauma-informed lens to intelligence development, applying mental health expertise to assess radicalization risk, support rehabilitation efforts, and improve threat forecasting in correctional and counter-terrorism contexts.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Analytical and Technical Unit Chief
Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services
10.2012 - Current
- Lead the Intel Analytical & Technical Unit, supervising a team of analysts responsible for producing actionable intelligence across DPSCS and allied law enforcement partners
- Conduct and oversee behavioral assessments linked to inmate radicalization, integrating psychological and ideological indicators into strategic threat analysis
- Direct the profiling of Security Threat Groups (STGs), including gang affiliation mapping, operational hierarchies, and cross-agency intelligence coordination
- Manage and cultivate HUMINT (Human Intelligence) assets within correctional facilities, including source vetting, development, and debriefing processes
- Coordinate with federal, state, and private entities to enhance information-sharing partnerships and operational readiness
- Administer law enforcement intelligence databases, overseeing user access, licensing, and data integrity across multiple agencies
- Provide strategic recommendations on emerging threats, personnel assignments, and counter-extremism policy adaptations
- Deliver weekly intelligence briefings incorporating behavioral analysis, STG activity updates, and HUMINT contributions to operational intelligence
- Supervise and evaluate team members, guide professional development, and ensure alignment with trauma-informed and ethical practices in intelligence gathering
- Assisted in development and implementation of policies, procedures, and regulations for unit operations.
- Hours Worked: 40+
Intelligence Analyst (Intel), Administrator I
Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services
09.2015 - 10.2023
- Acted as department liaison for multi-agency counterterrorism initiative (DEA Operation Lockdown), facilitating tactical coordination and intelligence sharing
- Supported radicalization tracking initiatives within correctional facilities, identifying early-stage extremist behavior and threat escalation through behavioral and sociocultural cues
- Conducted in-depth analysis of STG affiliations, recruitment patterns, and tactical evolution, authored threat profiles for institutional security planning
- Participated in HUMINT collection through inmate interviews and source validation; contributed data to regional investigations and national reporting
- Administered key intelligence platforms (Vtrack, Command), streamlining operations and cross-agency usability
- Produced analytical reports on STG movements, contributing to national counter-extremism and threat reduction efforts
- Briefed leadership on strategic intelligence findings to support high-risk facility response and interagency initiatives
- Developed onboarding and training materials to improve operational continuity and analytic rigor across departments
- Produced multi-source intelligence reports and products for different agency customers.
- Developed recommendations to assist clients and agencies with efforts to advance intelligence gathering and interpretation in multiple theaters of operation.
Manager of Support Servies
MD DPSCS
05.2015 - 10.2015
- Assisted in the formation and development of the Intelligence Unit.
- Worked closely with the Director, Chief, Lead Analyst, and other Departmental Operational Units on daily operations of the agency and specialized tasks, both confidential and public.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Managed state-wide employee relations and services for multiple Special Operations Units.
- Prepared and develops grant proposals for both federal and state funding.
- Tracked grant progress and findings in accordance with grant specific criteria.
- Developed and executed training for correctional, law enforcement, and civilian employees.
- Worked closely with Institutional Administrators, Office of the Attorney General, and the Secretary of the Department to provide guidance and subject matter expertise on state legislature and Departmental protocols.
- Assisted in the management and publishing weekly reports used for operational planning and task force teams.
- Provided assistance and managerial skills to Director, Deputy Director, and Lead Analyst on special projects.
- Provided administrative and informational technology support for state-wide operation.
- Processed and recorded all Public Information Act Requests in accordance with the Federal and State statutes and laws.
- Testified as a State of Maryland custodian of records for the state-wide inmate jail call system.
- Assisted in subpoena fulfillment and tracking for the statewide jail call system.
- Assisted the Analytical Unit and Special Task Force on special tasks to include, but not limited to: jail call transcription, jail call monitoring, background information production, etc.
- Utilized multiple databases and network based systems (i.e. CJIS, CTS, GTL, etc.) on daily and weekly basis.
- State trained and certified in the Microsoft Suite applications.
Special Assistant, Administrator I
MD DPSCS
10.2012 - 05.2015
- Special Assistant to the Executive Director and Criminal Analyst.
- Managed Police Agency case closure reporting for the Executive Director’s review.
- Improved Unit’s efficiency and compliance rates, raising effective rates from 68% to 94%.
- Provided special project assistance to Director and Criminal Analyst.
- Created state-wide tracking forms and reports for funding justification.
- Reported, tracked, managed, and reported Inmate Deaths for Secretary monthly findings.
- Managed the Unit’s case closure requirements to ensure state and federal criteria were met.
- Processed and managed case findings for State Employee Administrative Cases.
- Assessed and identified inmate correspondences for high risk status.
- Coordinated Unit’s Public Information Act and Freedom Act Requests in accordance with the Federal and State statutes and laws.
- Custodian of Records for the State; testified on behalf of the State of Maryland on high profile cases.
- Coordinator and manager of departmental tactical missions.
- Created detailed expense reports and requests for capital expenditures.
Employee Services Manager
Verizon Wireless
01.2009 - 08.2009
- Effectively and efficiently managed multiple business contracts with local Anne Arundel County/State of Maryland agencies.
Education
Masters of Science - Marriage and Family Therapy
Capella University
12.2019
Bachelors of Arts - Psychology
University of Maryland, College Park
12.2011
Skills
- Effective analytical and research capabilities
- Innovation management
- Advanced database systems knowledge
- Refined Problem Solving Skills
- Report Analysis Proficiency
- Strong Interpersonal and Supervisory Skills
- Employee Training and Development
- Excelled Communication Skills
- Solution-Focused trained
- Skilled in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Experience with criminal justice databases
Timeline
Intelligence Analyst (Intel), Administrator I
Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services
09.2015 - 10.2023
Manager of Support Servies
MD DPSCS
05.2015 - 10.2015
Analytical and Technical Unit Chief
Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services
10.2012 - Current
Special Assistant, Administrator I
MD DPSCS
10.2012 - 05.2015
Employee Services Manager
Verizon Wireless
01.2009 - 08.2009
Bachelors of Arts - Psychology
University of Maryland, College Park
Masters of Science - Marriage and Family Therapy
Capella University
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