Christopher Gaffney

Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

• Identified and implemented security measures designed to safeguard information and personnel, prevent unauthorized access to equipment, facilities and documents, and safeguarding against espionage, sabotage, damage, and theft
• Performed assessments, inspections, and/or evaluations of programs for up to 53 facilities annually
• Provided and implemented facility specifications for contracts in compliance with FAA security requirements
• Evaluated existing security measures and provided recommendations to correct identified deficiencies
• Performed duties as acting supervisor, of the units AXF-410 & AXF-420, in the East Infrastructure Protection Branch
• Served eight years as the AEA-700 COMSEC Manager and Alternate Manager, my duties included being responsible for the administration and safeguarding of COMSEC materials used by ASH’s Eastern Region
• Served eight years as the AEA-700 CNSI Manager and Alternate Manager, my duties included being responsible for the administration and safeguarding CNSI used by ASH’s Eastern Region
• Provided security training to FAA personnel for 15 years on mail screening; workplace violence; situational awareness; CNSI/ COMSEC/ CUI safeguarding; active shooter; insider threat; bomb threat; risk management; emergency operation; access control; video monitoring systems; and the intrusion detection systems
• Provided aid in design of Facility Security Resiliency Survey
• Performed multiple draft reviews of FAA Orders: 1600.2E, 1600.2F, 1600.8G, and 1600.69C/D
• Additional draft reviews performed on supporting Risk Assessment Tools
• Coordinated over 75 security events with FAA Lines of Business, airport authorities and local, state, and federal law enforcement, including dignitary visits, active shooter exercise, Facility Security Committee meetings, bomb threat exercise, occupant emergency and operations planning
• Participated in over 40 facility construction, planning and/or major renovation projects. Collaborated with the LOBs/SOs and facility management throughout all project phases ensuring security measures were identified and submitted for incorporation into facility design
• Regularly provided expert advice to management on requirements, standards and policies related to security of personnel, facilities and information, evaluating, leading and developing physical security and risk management programs, policies, methods, techniques and training
• Supervisor: Tonda Perkins (404) 305-6792

Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

• Completed a one-year detail with AXF-200 to assist with standing up their CNSI and COMSEC oversight program.
• Provided technical guidance and assistance in the areas of classified, COMSEC, and CUI security program implementation.
• Participated in a significant portion of (47) CNSI and COMSEC inspections either as a lead or team member, and entered the associated after action reports into FSRS.
• Worked with various LOBs to ensure the integrity of security procedures and processes.
• Addressed issues in a timely manner, conducting thorough and complete document reviews along with sound recommendations for safeguarding.
• Participated in site assessments to accredit facilities to operate at a classified open storage environment in direct support of the NAS Defense Programs.
• Assisted the NISP Program Manager with ISCM training administration at the WJHTC.

Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

• Performed and coordinated hazardous materials inspections and investigations
• Analyzed and advised airlines, freight forwarders and shippers ensuring understanding and compliance of federal hazardous materials transportation laws, regulations and other mandatory guidelines
• Prepared detailed written reports
• Provided guidance and outreach to employees and management within industry and other lines of business
• Served as a key point of contact and representative of the FAA in important hazmat safety matters
• Participated in sensitive hazmat safety violations investigations and recommended civil penalty action when needed

Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

• Police Officer assigned to perform federal law enforcement activities
• Ensured the preservation of peace, prevention, detection and investigation of crime occurring on Department of Veteran Affairs controlled property.

• Directed safe and secure operations of government property, resulting in no loss of equipment or negative incidents.
• Drafted messages and reports to inform leadership of current situations.
• Mentored and supervised 20 personnel within unit, providing positive guidance for professional and personal development.
• Trained numerous junior petty officers to develop management and leadership skills