Exhibit A

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CURRICULUM VITAE

FBI Expert Witness

 J. Patrick Cullen

 Federal Bureau of Investigation

 Computer Analysis Response Team

 21711 N. 7th St

 Phoenix, AZ 85024

 PHONE: 623-466-1634 

 

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Mar 2015 - present Special Agent Forensic Examiner

Phoenix Division

Federal Bureau of Investigation

Phoenix, AZ

As a forensic computer examiner in the FBI, I examine physical evidence under a 

documented quality assurance program that includes annual proficiency testing, 

technical/peer and administrative reviews and adherence to standard operating 

procedures. 

Conduct forensic examinations on computer evidence, carry out research and 

development activities, perform search and seizure operations, and provide instruction to 

new field examiners. Certified to perform forensic examinations on Windows and Mobile 

devices.

Apr 2014 – Mar 2015 Special Agent Forensic Examiner Trainee

Phoenix Division

Federal Bureau of Investigation

Phoenix, AZ

As a forensic computer examiner trainee in the FBI, I examined physical evidence under a

documented quality assurance program that included annual proficiency test, 

technical/peer and administrative reviews and adherence to standard operating 

procedures. I performed this under the guidance of a certified forensic examiner.

Jun 2011 – Apr 2014 Special Agent Forensic Examiner On The Job Trainee

Phoenix Division

Federal Bureau of Investigation

Phoenix, AZ

As a forensic computer examiner on the job trainee in the FBI, I examined physical 

evidence under a documented quality assurance program that included annual proficiency 

test, technical/peer and administrative reviews and adherence to standard operating 

procedures. I performed this under the guidance of a certified forensic examiner.

May 2004 – Mar 2015 Special Agent

Phoenix Division

Federal Bureau of Investigation

Phoenix, AZ

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Performed duties related to complex national security and criminal computer intrusions. 

Gathered evidence, analyzed large volumes of digital evidence and log files, prepared 

prosecution reports, conducted victim notifications and support to victim organizations.

Worked crimes against children cases in an online undercover role, gathered evidence, 

obtained federal search warrants, subject interviews, review of digital media, prepared 

prosecution reports and obtained indictment/arrest warrants for cases assigned to me.

Worked complex transnational organized crime and drug cases

Jan 2004 – May 2004 Special Agent New Agent Trainee

Federal Bureau of Investigation

Training Academy

Quantico, VA

Received 17 weeks of training in computer investigations, evidence gathering and review, 

interview/interrogation, firearms, defensive tactics, ethics, legal and other classes required 

by the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

EDUCATION

Sep 1988 – Jan 1993 Southern Illinois University 

Edwardsville, IL

Bachelor of Science in Accounting

FORENSIC EXAMINATION / TESTIMONY EXPERIENCE

Analyzed more than 300 computers systems since 2011. Participated in the execution 95 search warrants/search 

and seizure operations, and field examinations. Examinations have supported expert testimony in State and 

Federal Court.

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING

Feb 2008 Network Intrusion Analysis

Jan 2010 Advanced Network Intrusion – Unix

Nov 2010 CompTIA A+ 

Jan 2011 FBI Cart Tech Certification Course

Nov 2011 Advanced Network Intrusion - Windows

May 2011 CompTIA – Network+

Oct 2011 Access Data FTK Boot Camp

Jan 2012 FBI Cart Intermediate Web Artifacts 

Mar 2012 FBI DExt vs CART FE Training

May 2012 FBI Cyber Division Networking Training

Aug 2012 FBI Intermediate OS Artifacts

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Sep 2012 Access Data ACES Training

Nov 2012 GIAC Security Essentials 

Jan 2013 FBI CART Tech Practicals

Jan 2013 FBI DExT Practicals

May 2013 FBI Intro to CART Exams

Aug 2013 FBI CART Practicals

Nov 2013 GIAC GCFE Forensic Exam Training

Apr 2014 FBI Moot Court

Dec 2014 GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst

Aug 2016 FBI Basic Mobile Devices

Oct 2016 FBI Annual Proficiency Exam

Sep 2017 FBI Annual Proficiency Exam

Feb 2018 FBI Introduction to Mac Systems

CERTIFICATIONS & AWARDS

Aug 2016 FBI Cell Phone and Mobile Device Certified

Mar 2015 FBI Basic Wintel Forensic Examiner Certified

Dec 2014 Global Information Assurance Certification – Certified Forensic Analyst

Nov 2013 Global Information Assurance Certification – Windows Forensic Analysis

Nov 2012 Global Information Assurance Certification – Security Essentials

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