Brendan L. Tucker
Marietta,GA
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Surveillance Supervisor
Chenega Global Protection
Chamblee, Georgia
08.2025 - Current
- Streamlines security operations and maximizes team performance by directing, mentoring, and synchronizing shift personnel to ensure complete post coverage and adherence to operational standards. Secures people and infrastructure by handling authorized weapons responsibly and leading armed security functions according to established procedures. Maintains uninterrupted shift coverage during absences and emergencies by reallocating resources, formulating staffing schedules, and managing last-minute calloffs. Preserves public trust through escort duties, access control, and proactive foot and vehicle patrols. Facilitates emergency response and incident reporting by alerting leadership promptly to critical situations.
- Selected Accomplishments:
- Protected personnel, property, and assets by implementing safety and security protocols, sustaining readiness, and complying with government regulations.
- Strengthened operational responsiveness by addressing shift-related challenges and disseminating timely updates to supervisors.
- Upheld professional standards by guaranteeing uniform and equipment remained clean, functional, and fully operational.
- Improved situational awareness by inspecting personnel, vehicles, buildings, and parcels in accordance with post orders.
Personnel Security Specialist, Adjudicator
Internal Revenue Service
Chamblee, Georgia
10.2024 - 09.2025
- Enhanced organizational trust and regulatory compliance by recommending adjudicative actions for high-level and executive personnel, handling sensitive cases with discretion and precision. Elevated data integrity and confidentiality by protecting sensitive personal and employment information throughout all personnel security processes. Secured operational continuity by coordinating with FBI, OPM, and Department of Defense to assess investigative results and validate personnel suitability.
- Selected Accomplishments:
- Achieved adjudicative outcomes by analyzing complex background investigations of IRS employees and applicants and adhering to federal security and privacy standards.
- Increased productivity by reviewing 10-15 background cases daily, delivering well-documented and legally compliant determinations.
Personnel Security Assistant
Internal Revenue Service
Chamblee, Georgia
09.2021 - 10.2024
- Supervised mail operations, maintained equipment, and ensured timely distribution of personnel security documentation and supplies. Strengthened compliance and reduced risk by assessing position sensitivity levels and verifying accurate completion of employment and security clearance documentation.
- Selected Accomplishments:
- Accelerated adjudicative processes by supporting personnel security specialists in evaluating suitability applications and contributing to preliminary hiring and access determinations.
- Boosted operational efficiency by processing dozens of security clearance applications weekly, updating personnel security databases, and increasing integrity of automated records.
- Enhanced compliance and data reliability via detailed personnel file management, tracking investigation types, clearance dates, and issuing agency information.
Tax Examining Technician
Internal Revenue Service
Chamblee, Georgia
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Strengthened organizational effectiveness by overseeing case referrals, responding to taxpayer inquiries, and directing resolution processes within the W&I function. Resolved complex tax discrepancies by analyzing individual and business accounts, providing strategic recommendations, and initiating enforcement actions. Reviewed statute cases and accurate statute dates within the TE/GE functions. Preserved case integrity and closure accuracy by investigating complex issues within CI function and reconciling all account relationships.
- Selected Accomplishments:
- Maximized tax case accuracy by tracking IDRS status, keeping accurate internal records, and monitoring cases pending Joint
- Committee clearance within Wage and Investment function.
- Boosted operational efficiency by calculating restricted interest for complex cases, completing detailed closures, and assisting taxpayers and representatives in Appeals resolutions.
- Achieved timely tax resolutions and elevated compliance by administering 50+ income tax payment plans daily and processing delinquent accounts.
Transportation Security Officer
Transportation Security Administration
Atlanta, Georgia
10.2004 - 09.2020
- Gained TSA mission objectives by supporting checkpoint teams of up to 30 officers, volunteering for extra shifts, and providing guidance as a lead officer trainer. Strengthened aviation security and passenger safety by executing thorough screenings, validating identification, and applying risk-based decisions to block prohibited items from secure areas. Elevated operational readiness and team efficiency by leading daily briefings, distributing security directives, and enforcing compliance with standard operating procedures.
- Built passenger trust and managed communication by engaging travelers from diverse backgrounds and overcoming language barriers.
- Selected Accomplishments:
- Augmented workforce capability and retention as an On-the-Job Training (OJT) Monitor (2010-2014) by mentoring new hires, sharing targeted feedback, and recommending certification based on performance evaluations.
- Optimized security procedures and organizational effectiveness by advising leadership on policy enhancements, detecting vulnerabilities, and recommending improvements in screening and performance metrics.
- Sustained performance under high pressure by adapting to dynamic checkpoint operations, managing workflow during airport disruptions, and coaching peers in composure and agility during critical situations.
- Earned multiple commendations for excellence by delivering superior customer service including three TSA iShare recognitions (2015-2016) for professionalism and passenger engagement.
Timeline
Surveillance Supervisor
Chenega Global Protection
08.2025 - Current
Personnel Security Specialist, Adjudicator
Internal Revenue Service
10.2024 - 09.2025
Personnel Security Assistant
Internal Revenue Service
09.2021 - 10.2024
Tax Examining Technician
Internal Revenue Service
09.2020 - 09.2021
Transportation Security Officer
Transportation Security Administration
10.2004 - 09.2020