Anthony Harris
Summary
Strategic versatile professional skilled in crisis management and asset accountability. Established and led specialized response teams, significantly improving operational preparedness. Combines strong leadership with a commitment to training and mentoring, fostering high-performing teams in dynamic, high-security environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Branch Chief
Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA)
Reston
01.2025 - Current
- Directed operational leadership for over 33 Federal Law Enforcement Officers in a mission critical 24/7 security operation.
- Oversaw complex security operations and led mission-critical initiatives that strengthened national security.
- Secured personnel, facilities, classified information, and national security assets through comprehensive protective measures.
- Founded Emergency Services Team (EST), overseeing advanced response operations and critical incident management.
- Assigned to Coordinate specialized response teams across the National Capital Region (NCR) at DIA locations to enhance operational readiness and preparedness.
- Chosen as lead crisis negotiator, trained others in tactical communication and real-time conflict resolution.
- Developed high-performing teams through targeted mentorship and training programs, enhancing overall operational effectiveness.
Logistics & Asset Management Specialist
PERATON
Alexandria
09.2022 - 11.2025
- Managed lifecycle and operational readiness of secure communications travel kits (PITKs) supporting White House operations.
- Maintained accountability for $10 million in sensitive government assets,Trip Kits and associated peripheral equipment; DTD-PITK-MT-L1-01 (CIS Tempest), DT-MSIP (GTAR, Non-Tempest), DTD-FRSX20-01/ (CIS-VTC), DTD-8841T Phones/ (CIS) ensuring compliance with inventory control standards.
- Oversaw organization and inventory of trip kits for operational efficiency. and peripheral equipment to maintain mission readiness.
- Supervised the maintenance and repair processes for damaged equipment by coordinating diagnostics, securing vendor estimates, and scheduling repairs.
- Secured funding approvals and verified testing success before returning repaired equipment to customers.
- Documented asset records throughout equipment lifecycle, enhancing accuracy and accountability.
- Successfully handled high-volume workload while meeting critical deadlines in fast-paced, high-security environment.
- Clearance: DOD TS/SCI White House clearance to access classified information.
Supervisory Police Officer
Defense Intelligence Agency
Washington
05.2007 - 01.2025
- Supervised and mentored 15+ police officers, enhancing safety protocols at a 24x7 secured facility.
- Managed roll-call and accountability for police officers and contractor access control staff.
- Prepared and managed shift work schedules, ensuring optimal staffing levels to meet operational demands.
- Assigned shift duties, including emergency response and breaks, while conducting uniform inspections.
- Developed action plans to protect agency workforce and property from criminal and terrorist threats.
- Established comprehensive prevention, preparedness, detection, and response programs, aligning with procedural guidelines.
- Evaluated job performance through goal-setting and annual appraisals to foster professional growth.
Information Systems Security Administrator (ISSA)
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Washington
07.2009 - 07.2021
- Led the transition and modernization of the Navy's National Capital Region (NCR) Siprnet crypto systems.
- Installed, maintained, and troubleshot over 100 crypto devices across 8 site codes and 30 buildings, supporting Chief of Naval Operations (CNO), VCNO, OPNAV, Commander- Navy AUDIT, Navy Bureau of Medicine and Surgery (BUMED), Navy JAG/IG, Security Operations Center (SOC-BETH), and Naval District Washington (NDW).
- Configured, installed, maintained, and loaded KG-175D/Taclane, KG175A/Taclane, SECNET54, and Talon Cards for NCR LE personnel.
- Served as the Local Element (LE) for the Naval Communications Security Material System's (NCMS) Electronic Key Management System (EKMS) account in support on the Navy Marine Corp Intranet (NMCI) Strike force project.
- Assisted Information Assurance Manager with enforcing Navy IA policies on the NMCI.
- Investigated security incidents on NMCI involving contract personnel and documented findings in IA remedy tickets for Site Delivery Manager (SDL).
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Elizabeth City State Univ
Elizabeth City, NC05-1998
Federa Law Enforcemet Officer - Law Enforcement
Federal Law Encorcemet Training Center (FLETC)
Glynco GA08-2007
Security Plus - Security Plus
SEC Plus
On-Line08-2020
CPR First Aid Instructor -
American Red Cross
10-2010
Skills
- Operational management
- Asset accountability
- High-performance teams
- Mission-driven initiatives
- Risk assessment
- Conflict resolution
Personal Information
Citizenship: USA
Timeline
Deputy Branch Chief
Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA)
01.2025 - Current
Logistics & Asset Management Specialist
PERATON
09.2022 - 11.2025
Information Systems Security Administrator (ISSA)
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
07.2009 - 07.2021
Supervisory Police Officer
Defense Intelligence Agency
05.2007 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Elizabeth City State Univ
Federa Law Enforcemet Officer - Law Enforcement
Federal Law Encorcemet Training Center (FLETC)
Security Plus - Security Plus
SEC Plus
CPR First Aid Instructor -
American Red Cross