Denzel Yarbough
United States Army Artillery Officer
Clarksville
Summary
Resilient and self-motivated leader with various high stress duty positions involving technical expertise to achieve effects. Deployed multiple times working with Allied Nations in support of Joint Exercises in the Middle East and Europe. Skilled in leading formations under pressure while maintaining a highly approachable and mission-focused leadership style. Known for building strong working relationships across units and partner organizations to achieve shared objectives. Recognized for innovative problem-solving and extending influence beyond the immediate chain of command. Seeking to leverage military leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills in a civilian career that values initiative, teamwork, and meaningful impact.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Operations Officer, 101st Airborne Division
United States Army
05.2025 - Current
- Lead a team of 15 people to synchronize, resource, and prioritize all training for the entire Battalion.
- Provide recommendations to the Commander and have a critical role in all current operations where I manage multiple operations at once.
Fire Direction Officer, 101st Airborne Division
United States Army
07.2024 - 04.2025
- Responsible for developing training plans to certify the entire Battalion on all Artillery Tables and a lead evaluator during execution.
Senior Advisor, Security Assistance Group Ukraine (SAG-U)
United States Army
03.2023 - 06.2024
- Deployed to Germany to support Security Assistance Group Ukraine (SAG-U).
- Served in all roles within the Fires Cell where I conducted key leader engagements, tracked and reported ammunition and weapons statuses, and lead an innovative dynamic fires cell.
- Awarded the Defense Meritorious Service Medal.
- Worked with civilian organizations such as NGA, NSA, Palantir, Anduril, TF Acheron, and DEVCOM.
Fire Support Officer, 101st Airborne Division
United States Army
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Served as the Squadron Fire Support Officer for the 1st Cavalry, 33rd Squadron.
Junior Officer, 1st Armored Division
United States Army
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Served as a Company and Battalion Fire Support Officer, responsible for up to 10 Soldiers at a time, and planned fire support for an annual Coalition Combined Arms Exercise in Kuwait.
- Responsible for over two million dollars’ worth of government property and equipment.
Commissioned Officer
United States Army
01.2018 - 01.2025
- Successfully commissioned as a Field Artillery Officer from the University of South Florida in 2017.
- Ranger School Graduate—successfully completed the most challenging military leadership school, exemplifying exceptional endurance, leadership, and problem-solving under extreme conditions.
Reserve Officer Training Corps
United States Army
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Served as an acting Company First Sergeant responsible for the discipline, training, and military bearing of over 80 Cadets.
- Volunteered as a member of the Ranger Challenge Competition Team for all four years.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
University of South Florida
Tampa, Florida 05.2013 - 01.2017
Skills
Leadership and Team Building
Operational Planning and Execution
Communication and Mentorship
Cross-Cultural Collaboration
Resilience and Problem-Solving
Delegation
Resource management
Scheduling coordination
Operations oversight
Resource allocation
Certification
United States Army Field Artillery School Graduate
Awards
Ranger Tab: Denotes graduation from the United States Army Ranger School, signifying exceptional military leadership and resilience., Defense Meritorious Service Medal: For exemplary service as a senior advisor in support of Security Assistance Group – Ukraine for a 15-month deployment., Army Commendation Medal (x2): Signifies exceptional achievement while deployed to the Middle East., Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal: Received for deploying to the Middle East., Army Achievement Medal: Earn for achieving the highest job qualification scores in Fire Support across an entire Army Brigade.
Additional Information
- Willing to relocate and travel for professional opportunities.
- Passionate about teamwork, leadership, and continuous improvement.
Timeline
Operations Officer, 101st Airborne Division
United States Army
05.2025 - Current
Fire Direction Officer, 101st Airborne Division
United States Army
07.2024 - 04.2025
Senior Advisor, Security Assistance Group Ukraine (SAG-U)
United States Army
03.2023 - 06.2024
Fire Support Officer, 101st Airborne Division
United States Army
01.2021 - 01.2023
Junior Officer, 1st Armored Division
United States Army
01.2018 - 01.2021
Commissioned Officer
United States Army
01.2018 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
University of South Florida
05.2013 - 01.2017
Reserve Officer Training Corps
United States Army
01.2013 - 01.2017
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