Aaron Karwoski

• Administered credentials and access for 1,000+ staff, ensuring alignment with ISC and federal regulations.
• Developed and implemented security policy, SOPs, and audits, improving compliance by 32% and system integrity by 98%.
• Supervised senior operators, enforced policy updates, and coordinated interagency responses with Secret Service, local PD, and federal agencies.
• Directed multi-million-dollar infrastructure modernization of the SCC, completing the project under budget and with zero downtime.
• Led 24/7 operations for the Security Command Center, managing over 2,000 zones of surveillance, access control, and fire detection.

• Develop and implement strategic security plans and policies in alignment with Air Force and Department ofDefense (DoD) directives.
• Oversee comprehensive security programs, ensuring adherence to federal regulations and standards.
• Manage the security clearance process for 89 military and civilian personnel, making eligibility determinationsand ensuring timely processing.
• Lead investigations into security incidents, gather evidence, and recommend corrective actions to mitigaterisks.
• Develop and deliver advanced security training programs, fostering a culture of security awareness andcompliance.
• Provide guidance on physical security measures, access control systems, and security infrastructureenhancements.
• Conduct risk assessments, identify vulnerabilities, and implement effective risk mitigation strategies.
• Represent the organization in security-related meetings, conferences, and working groups with externalagencies.
• Collaborate with security counterparts to share best practices, lessons learned, and industry trends.
• Manage security program budgets, allocate resources efficiently, and ensure compliance with financialregulations.

• Directed three years of training agendas, oversaw staff of 13 responsible for conducting 82 training courses, totaling 98,000 training hours and addressing 5,000 core tasks. Ensured employees were thoroughly prepared for their professional responsibilities.
• Strategically engineered the organization's Unit Manning Document (UMD), meticulously aligning 58 positions and eliminating 22 excess positions, saved $300K for the Air Force.
• Executed the FY22 organization federal audit preparation plan, initiated comprehensive milestones for five support departments while delivering extensive briefings to key leaders.
• Piloted an innovative Management Internal Control Program process, integrating technological platforms with the Government Accountability Office and mission objectives. Improved efficacy through Continuous Process Improvement (CPI) methods, showcased adaptability and a commitment to streamlined HR practices.
  

• Dedicated Talent Manager, facilitated the processing of 30 contract extensions, managed separations, efforts resulted in the retention of 40 years of talent.
• Oversaw Human Resource administrative functions related to pay, morale, hardship, and employment. Demonstrated comprehensive management of key HR processes, contributing to the well-being and satisfaction of personnel.
• Managed and supervised the day-to-day operations, training, and resources for an 84-person organization. Planned training requirements and agendas for three years, resulted in 48,000 training hours, two operational deployments, and three humanitarian contingencies.
• Prepared operational plans and operating instructions for critical financial planning submissions of a $700K budget. Demonstrated proficiency in developing strategic financial plans and ensuring effective communication of operational guidelines for budget management.

• Led, managed and supervised 55 person flight responsible for the protection of 4K personnel and $1.3B in resources
• Developed curriculum, selected, and trained 20 man specialized Emergency Services Tactical Team
• Identified glaring operational reliability shortfalls, tracked statistics and authored talking paper to Senior Leader
• 1/276 personnel with 2 critical duty certifications, scored 100%
• Shift leader responsible for 12/20 superior performers during enterprise level inspection.

• Authored strategic level assessment reports for 42 countries for Department of Defense
• Conducted vulnerability assessments of infrastructure and detailed personnel and equipment requirements to meet security standards in threat areas
• Core Regional Training Instructor, Instructed 300+ on developmental courses
• Wrote organization's 1st Operating Handbook/Procedures for 300 person organization

• Instructed 800 people on firearms qualification
• Programmed communication devices and oversaw Emergency Operations Center
• Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
• Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
• Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.

• Investigated practical and theoretical issues facing emergency services and identified effective resolutions.
• Kept informed of activities or changes that could affect likelihood of emergencies, factors that could affect response efforts and details of plan implementation.
• Improved realization of organizational objectives by effectively communicating department goals, organizational objectives and industry trends.
• Reviewed operational plans from other locations to identify options for local systems.