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Kannan Kurissamy

Kannan Kurissamy

Summary

  • 30 Years service with Singapore Armed forces to pass on the experience and knowledge
  • Perform effective analysis and translation of Senior Management’s directives into successful policies
  • Proven skills in policy enforcement and administrative record-keeping
  • Deliver consistent and professional work for every assignment •
  • Systematic and consistent approach to correct short-term problems and improve long term performance.
  • Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing projects, and achieving strategic objectives
  • Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Analyst

Counter-Terrorism Intelligence Group
10.2023 - Current

Key responsibility is to support SAF and Singapore in Counter-Terrorism Operation.

  • Other responsibilities are managing the operation center's security and infra structure.
  • Increased operational readiness through thorough equipment maintenance and timely repairs.
  • Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
  • Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.

PA to Defence Attaché (Berlin, Germany)

Digital and Intelligence Service / SAF
03.2020 - 09.2023

Tasked in setting up the first Defence Attaché Office in Berlin, Germany. The office was part of Singapore Embassy in Berlin.

Key responsibilities are:

  • Managing Minister,VIP/KAH visit.
  • Management of Office Finance.
  • Management of Office Security and Logistic.
  • Proudest moment is to organise the inaugural SAF Day Celebration in Singapore Embassy.
  • Skilled at working independently
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

PA to Defence Attaché (Wellington, New Zealand)

Joint Intelligence Department / JOINT
11.2016 - 12.2019

The office was part of High Commission of Singapore Embassy in Wellington.

Key responsibilities are:

  • Managing approximately 20 incoming visit to Wellington which include Minister and VIP/KAH.
  • Management of Office Finance.
  • Management of Office Security and Logistic.
  • Skilled at working independently
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Operation Chief / 2nd Warrant Officer

Joint Intelligence Department / JOINT
01.2010 - 11.2016
  • As an Operation Chief the primary job was to gather strategic Intelligence, conduct briefs to Senior Commanders and plan manning strength for operation.
  • To plan and organise visit by Senior Commanders to the unit.
  • Increased operational readiness through thorough equipment maintenance and timely repairs.
  • Provided expert advice to senior leadership on policy changes, contributing to informed decision-making processes.

Section IC / Master Staff Sergeant

Open Source Center / JOINT
03.2006 - 12.2009
  • The key responsibility is to provide Open Source Intelligence to Singapore Armed Forces.
  • To manage National Servicemen, in teaching and grooming them into the Intelligence community.
  • Management of Security and Logistic of the unit

Operator (Sergeant to Master Staff Sergeant)

JOINT / Singapore Armed Forces
06.1994 - 03.2006
  • The key responsibilities is to provide military intelligence in a timely manner to safeguard the security of Singapore.
  • Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
  • Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.

Education

Diploma in Supervisory Management

PSB Academy
01.2009

GCE 'O' Level

Naval Base Secondary School
Singapore, Null, Singapore
12.1994

Skills

  • Analytical Thinking
  • MS Excel
  • Annual Budget Preparation
  • Budget Management
  • Team Collaboration and Leadership
  • Security Implementation
  • Decision-Making
  • Problem-Solving
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Multitasking

Awards

  • National Day Award / The Efficiency Medal (Military) 2023
  • National Day Award / The Long Service Medal (Military) 2019


Others

  • Preliminary Certificate in Coaching (Introduction to AFC Coaching Award) conducted by the Football Association of Singapore
  • Engaging VIPs and Special Guest
  • Finance Account Holder



Timeline

Analyst

Counter-Terrorism Intelligence Group
10.2023 - Current

PA to Defence Attaché (Berlin, Germany)

Digital and Intelligence Service / SAF
03.2020 - 09.2023

PA to Defence Attaché (Wellington, New Zealand)

Joint Intelligence Department / JOINT
11.2016 - 12.2019

Operation Chief / 2nd Warrant Officer

Joint Intelligence Department / JOINT
01.2010 - 11.2016

Section IC / Master Staff Sergeant

Open Source Center / JOINT
03.2006 - 12.2009

Operator (Sergeant to Master Staff Sergeant)

JOINT / Singapore Armed Forces
06.1994 - 03.2006

Diploma in Supervisory Management

PSB Academy

GCE 'O' Level

Naval Base Secondary School
Kannan Kurissamy