Government security specialist with Active TS/SCI clearance and over 10 years of experience in SAPF/SCIF environments. Expertise in risk management and security compliance, with a strong record in personnel security, policy enforcement, and incident investigation. Proficient in DISS, JADE, JADS ,and GEMS
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Security Officer
Department Of The Navy
Washington D.C.
03.2024 - Current
Oversees risk management and mitigation strategies to safeguard SAPs and SAP portfolios as a DONSAPCO appointed PSO.
Administer security oversight for 26 secure government and contractor facilities.
Navy designated SPO; checks candidates' PSQs before submitting them for PARS.
PAR submittal and PSO concurrence before routing for AAA approval.
Develops and/or evaluates a full range of program security documents for government and contractor sites, such as SOPs, SPTs, EAPs, SETA, and LOAs.
Conducted multiple Compliance Inspections on behalf of the Navy and tracked CAPs for each inspected sight accordingly.
Researches Hardware/Software on all requests from sites and approves before equipment enters secure spaces.
Creates DD254s for contractor sites, and conducts classification reviews on contract documents before contract award.
Reviews and submits Concept Approval Requests to DONSAPCO for sites wishing to expand the SAP footprint.
CPSO
Computer Systems Center Inc.
Springfield, VA
07.2022 - 03.2024
Subject Matter Expert on security structure, policies, and procedures
Works to ensure compliance with security policies and procedures
Works to ensure day to day security support is provided
Uses JADE for VARs, PARS, and Access inquiries
Uses DISS for VARs and Access/Eligibility inquires
As a Navy designated SPO; Checks candidates PSQs before submitting them for PARS
Checks status of PARS for personnel
Coordinates meetings for office Conference Room
Maintains inventories of documents in office
Maintain inventory for COMSEC assets in office
Performs monthly COMSEC training to office personnel
Security Administrator
Computer Systems Center Inc.
Springfield, VA
10.2020 - 07.2022
Subject Matter Expert on security structure, policies, and procedures
Works to ensure compliance with security policies and procedures
Works to ensure day to day security support is provided.
Assured File Transfer Officer for the office
Follows the Assured File Transfer procedures for the processing of all media transfers
Coordinates with IT team to ensure accounts and paperwork are up to date
Coordinates with IT team on any Information System issues and submits tickets should issue arise
Uses JADE for VARs, PARS, and access inquiries.
Uses DISS for VARs and Access/Eligibility inquires
Checks candidates PSQs before submitting them for PARS
Checks status of PARS for personnel
Uses SIMS for VARS for office personnel going to other facilities
Sends out quarterly data calls to assigned facilities
Systems Administrator Associate
ManTech International Corp.
Washington D.C.
10.2017 - 10.2020
Responsible for system functionality for 8 sites nationwide
Provides support to IT systems including day-to-day operations, monitoring and problem resolution for all of the client/server/storage/network devices
Local Element (LE) for COMSEC with experience using General Dynamics Taclane Encryptor 175D
Configuration, inventory, key issuing, and troubleshooting for local and guest systems Taclanes
Image, deploys, and supports Windows operating systems
Manages IT inventory for multiple sites
Cabling, racking, and stacking equipment
Site visits for troubleshooting, deployments, inventories or any SA function needed for system issues
Provides support in resolving system/network issues
Installs, maintains, configures, and ensures the integrity of computer software
Administer, operate, manages, establishes, configures, optimizes, and monitors enterprise level applications and tools for monitoring management
Provides practical proficiency in troubleshooting alerts/incidents, resolving issues based on mission priorities and working with PMOs / vendors to obtain support as required
Provides support for implementation, troubleshooting and maintenance of IT systems
Provides Tier 1 (Help Desk) problem identification, diagnosis and resolution of problems
Manages the daily activities of configuration and operation of IT systems
Provides assistance to users in accessing and using IT systems
Provides Tier 1 (Help Desk) and Tier 2 (Escalation) problem identification, diagnosis and resolution of
Contractor Program Security Officer
Delex Systems Inc./Zenetex Inc.
Washington D.C.
10.2015 - 10.2017
Serves as assistant to the Government Security Officer in a classified environment, oversee field activities, and maintain records/documents pertaining to field activities.
Provide assistance in support of security reviews and inspections.
Manages personnel and information security systems at the program office level
Updates and maintains personnel security databases
Conducts inquiries required for incidents and violations
Conducts security briefings and debriefings
Provide assistance with visitor control program and meetings/conferences
Preparing and reviewing personnel packages
Reviewing SOPs, SSPs, OPSEC, test and transportation plans.
Ensure procedures and processes for reproduction and destruction is in compliance with applicable directives
Complete and maintain all visitor logs and databases. Conduct and log random entry/exit inspections inventory badges at shift turnover, and provide discrepancy reports
Responsible for identification badge system: creating badges, enter new personnel in systems and issue proximity cards, remove personnel as needed, run reports, notify FSO of malfunctions, review daily alarm reports, maintain system printer
Maintain the DMP alarm system and update logs to show users or delete users, enter or remove personnel from the DMP alarm box as necessary
Develop, maintain, and train personnel in facility opening and closing procedures
Issue Datawatch cards to personnel, track cards and update logs when issued and returned
Conduct random patrols around the facility.
Document Control Specialist 3
ManTech International Corp.
Reston, VA
09.2013 - 12.2014
After completing the Hanover, VA assignment/contract (as cited below), I was 1 of 3 persons selected out of a large group of contractors to advance/transfer with the company and begin new assignment.
Provide customer service/logistics support to various government personnel/staff within the DoD facility, satisfying customer requirements and program/project deadlines, distributing and obtaining critical/time-sensitive information/documentation.
Work within the Personnel/Security Department, responsible for the management/maintenance of highly sensitive/classified documentation, containing investigative/security background type information.
Entrusted to scan, organize and index information; to include investigations conducted by the DoD, management/maintenance for SF-86 Background Investigations, Adjudication records, and various other sensitive/classified forms, documents, information, etc. – all duties are performed in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Conduct import scanning using Highview 5 Software, ensuring all necessary information is obtained, scanned and stored into the TITAN search and retrieval system.
As a result of high performance ratings/evaluation, received promotion/advancement during Option Year 2 of the contract.
Site “Lead”, Document Control Specialist 3
ManTech Corporation/WINS
Hanover, VA
04.2012 - 09.2013
Served as the Site Lead Manager/Supervisor - within 4 months of working on the contract was promoted into this position as a result of my highly effective work standards and project results/quality deliverables as reflected in performance ratings.
As first line Supervisor, managed a team of 20 employees, leading and assisting them with a variety of needs, both related to project tasking/assignments as well as personal/employee type issues.
Coordinated and provided initial and on-going training to new employees on policies and procedures associated with job requirements/records management and maintenance.
Provided logistics coordination, responsible for tracking and receiving classified information files, completing work assignments within an established system/program, to ensure records were properly managed and maintained in accordance with quality policies/procedures.
Responsible for Digitize Documents Processing; to include, receiving/tracing information, preparing document packages/information, scanning information into approved systems/programs (such as Highview 5 Software), providing quality control/assurance audits, index/title/label information and input into TITAN/JWICS.
Ensured required information and/or support documents were stored/secured and then delivered to other government site facilities when required. All records handled and maintained in accordance with established policy/procedure.
Facilitated requests (customer support/service) for information, locating, retrieving, routing/delivering information/documentation, while maintaining strict transaction logs to track all correspondence.
Maintained computer database retrieval system, in order to provide fast and accurate information, and followed Quality Control measures and procedures to ensure compliance with requestors needs while adhering to policy and regulation.
Conducted teleconference meetings with various other governmental agencies/project sites, etc., in order to maintain project/program cohesion and unity amongst business partners/stakeholders.
Ensured highest quality products and service deliverables were achieved, while maintaining accountability of DoD personnel files and classified information storage capabilities were implemented and followed.
Access Control Specialist
Northrop Grumman Corporation
Columbia, MD
10.2011 - 03.2012
Served on a team of Security Specialists responsible for overseeing specific locations/sites on the facility.
Maintained and controlled access to secured facilities.
Conducted personnel inspections of various government staff/employees and/or site visitors, to ensure safety/security requirements were being upheld.
Operated access control devices, metal detectors, wands, radios, etc.
Assigned to “Relief Position Duty” which required immediate response time/support to fellow access control team-members, in dealing with emergency situations.
Entrusted to ensure access rights/capabilities of entry into Top Secret/Classified areas of the facility, to include controlling building/room keys, and distributing keys to approved/authorized holders – agency wide.
Maintained compliance with DoD established rules/regulations for access control/security capabilities and completed mission-essential forms/documentation as required.