CHRISTOPHER ROSS
Dumfries,VA
Summary
Security Specialist with 7 years of multi-discipline experience in Information Security,Operation Support, Physical Security and Access Control. Proficient in creating significant improvements in processes and productivity while reducing costs and fostering a positive work environment. Adept at devising standard operating procedures and continuous improvement processes. Cultivates deep relationships with cross-functional teams to produce consistent success. Holds Active Top Secret Clearance
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Visitor Control Specialist
System High
01.2024 - 08.2026
- Processed DD2875, DD2249, F-35 Account Provisions User Information and Citizenship Verification, and PSQ3 Forms in DefenseReady
- Created SMO visits in DISS
- Conducted facility closing procedures consisting of ensuring workspaces were vacated of personnel prior to inspecting and alarming GSA Approved Class 6 Security Containers, SF 702 FORMS, ECR's, Vault Rooms and Comm Suites
- Verified user personnel security clearances via the Defense Information System for Security (DISS) to authorize and issue F-35 badge
- Coordinated access control requests, ensuring proper authorization and timely processing.
- Monitored classified material handling procedures to support secure storage and distribution.
- Managed controlled document workflows to maintain accuracy, version integrity, and access compliance.
- Reviewed records for completeness, resolving discrepancies before audit and inspection cycles.
- Received packages from outside agencies (UPS, Fed Ex, etc.) and distributed in accordance with facility standard operating procedures
Diplomatic Security Assistant
Inter-Con
03.2021 - 12.2023
- Provided point and area security protection for assets of the Department of State from damage, loss, or theft.
- Documented and managed badges issued for personnel and visitors.
- Prevented and deterred unauthorized access to installations, personnel, and sensitive materials, enhancing overall security.
- Conducted entry and exit inspections
- Operated Magnetometers and CCTV
Security Specialist
Institute for Defense Analyses
08.2019 - 03.2021
- Responsible for implementing policies and procedures for managing security incidents and foreign travel visits.
- Conducted 70+ foreign travel briefings and coordinated foreign visits to the facility.
- Surveyed and implemented the security policies, procedures, and processes to ensure personnel complied 100% with the National Industry Security Program (NIPSOM) in collaboration with security personnel to meet DOD standards.
- Supported liaison for field offices, customers, and Operation Support Group, fielding and resolving security issues.
- Achieved a reduction in security incidents and breaches
- Contributed to a decrease in the number of portable electronic devices (PEDs) reported inside the facility.
- Managed personnel security processing for cleared staff, ensuring compliance with federal adjudication and access requirements.
- Administered classified material controls, safeguarding sensitive information through strict storage, handling, and accountability procedures.
- Coordinated visitor access and badging workflows, verifying credentials and maintaining secure facility entry records.
- Reviewed security incidents and suspicious activity reports, escalating concerns through appropriate protective channels.
Security Specialist
Advantage SCI
11.2017 - 03.2019
- Managed security incidents reported by personnel through multiple forums including the Defense Intelligence Agency’s Counterintelligence and Security Incident Reporting System.
- Coordinated and resolved reported security incidents involving data spills, mishandling of classified information, unauthorized disclosures, and other potential threats, ensuring compliance with security protocols.
- Disseminated reported incidents to appropriate internal and external authorities.
- Monitored emails to/from personnel, department officials, team members and other agencies in the Group Mailbox via Microsoft Outlook.
Organized workshops for newly hired government personnel as part of Security Education Training and Awareness (SETA), enhancing understanding of information security, classification management, and operational security.
Provided written and verbal guidance in accordance with DoD Manual 5200.01, DoD Information Security Program for cleared employees to identify, mark, and protect classified information. - Oversaw the Defense Intelligence Agency’s Fundamental Classification Guide Review (FCGR), ensuring proper classification and handling of sensitive information.
Managed and recorded approved project names in support of the Special Access Program. - Conducted reviews for the SF311-Original Classification decisions and Derivative decisions, SF716-Agencies security cost estimates, DIA Classification Management self-inspection and submitted DIA's consolidated responses to the Information Security Oversight Office (ISOO).
Education
High School Diploma -
Cecil D. Hylton High School
Woodbridge, VA06-2000
Skills
- Access management
- Security Operations
- Security Incident Management
- Customer Service
Certification
Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE)
Security Training, Education, and Professional Portal (STEPP)
Completed and Successfully Passed Courses and Test
- Information Security Management Phase 1
- Identifying and Safeguarding Personally Identifiable Information
- Risk Management Framework
- Storage Containers & Facilities
- Special Access Programs
- Transmission and Transportation for DoD
- JCAVS User Levels 2 through 6
- JCAVS User Level 10
- JCAVS User Level 7&8
Timeline
Visitor Control Specialist
System High
01.2024 - 08.2026
Diplomatic Security Assistant
Inter-Con
03.2021 - 12.2023
Security Specialist
Institute for Defense Analyses
08.2019 - 03.2021
Security Specialist
Advantage SCI
11.2017 - 03.2019
High School Diploma -
Cecil D. Hylton High School