Christopher Rushlo
Houston,TX
Summary
Seasoned Military Intelligence Analyst with comprehensive background in intelligence operations, threat analysis and strategic planning. Showcased skills in gathering, analyzing, and interpreting large sets of data to form actionable plans. Demonstrated ability to work under pressure while maintaining focus on mission objectives. Made significant contributions by providing accurate intelligence information that influenced strategic decisions. Seasoned Physical Security Manager known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in risk assessment, emergency response planning, and team leadership. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability to ensure safety and compliance in all operations. Seasoned Facility Security Officer offering comprehensive background in security management, policy implementation and team leadership. Proven skills in risk assessment, crisis response coordination and auditing for security compliance. Strong communicator with ability to provide clear direction during high-stress situations ensuring safety of staff and facility integrity. Committed to fostering safe work environment through proactive security initiatives.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Facility Security Officer
Accenture Federal Services
Houston, TX
08.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented security policies, procedures and plans to protect personnel, assets and facilities.
- Monitored the facility for intruders or any suspicious activities and reported incidents to the appropriate authorities.
- Conducted security investigations of employee misconducts and other violations of company policy.
- Performed background checks on new employees to ensure they meet all security requirements.
- Maintained visitor logs and ensured that visitors have proper authorization before entering the facility.
- Managed access control systems including key cards, biometric readers, CCTV cameras.
- Prepared daily reports related to security issues such as alarms, door locks.
- Provided training to staff on how to respond during emergencies like fire or intruder alarm activation.
- Reviewed surveillance footage from CCTV cameras in order to identify suspicious activities or persons.
- Implemented physical barriers around sensitive areas within the facility such as server rooms or storage units.
- Inspected all doors, windows and gates regularly to ensure they are properly locked.
- Provided guidance on best practices related to security operations in order to maintain a safe environment for everyone.
- Monitored building and property entrances and exits to detect intrusions and protect assets.
- Identified suspicious activity to determine appropriate response.
- Explained security protocols to employees and guests to promote readiness for emergency situations.
Personal Security Specialist
Accenture Federal Services
Houston, TX
08.2022 - Current
- Reviewed personnel security clearances and access requests to ensure compliance with established regulations.
- Conducted background investigations on potential employees to verify information related to employment.
- Assessed security clearance eligibility for applicants, based on the results of background investigations.
- Developed and maintained personnel security files in accordance with government regulations.
- Performed periodic reviews of existing personnel security files to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Provided advice and guidance regarding personnel security policies and procedures.
- Monitored individuals' access authorizations to ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
- Coordinated with other departments to resolve discrepancies in employee records or documentation related to security clearances.
- Prepared reports documenting findings from investigations into possible violations of personnel security protocols and procedures.
- Evaluated risk assessments for potential new hires and developed mitigating strategies for those determined ineligible for a clearance.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current best practices regarding personnel security issues.
- Participated in meetings with stakeholders to discuss changes in policy or procedure that could affect personnel security operations.
- Provided training sessions on topics such as proper handling of confidential documents or maintaining secure systems.
- Performed in-depth investigations into personal backgrounds of applicants.
- Created and updated files on each applicant.
- Performed in-depth investigations into personal backgrounds of clearance applicants.
- Kept highly classified and sensitive information completely confidential.
- Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Stephen F Austin High School
Sugar Land, TX05-1999
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Central Texas College
Killeen, TXSkills
- Conducting briefings
- Threat Assessment
- Managing records
- Intelligence Analysis
- Intelligence Gathering
- Evaluating security clearances
- Updating tracking spreadsheets
- Maintaining records
- Top Secret Clearance
- Data Collection
- Report Writing
- Staff Management
- Project Management
- Financial Management
- Policy Enforcement
- Training and mentoring
- Team Building
- Contract Management
- Goal-Oriented
- Drug Testing
- Pre-Employment Screening
- Recruitment
- Talent Acquisition
- Personnel Management
- In-Person and Telephone Interviewing
- Training development
- Academic instruction
- Learning skills development
- Curriculum Development
- Academic advisement
- Assignment Grading
- Classroom Management
- Public Speaking
- Student Counseling
- Testing and grading
- Student Evaluation
- Lesson Planning
- Detailed instruction
- Curriculum planning and implementation
- Curriculum delivery
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Limited
United States Army
· Over 21 years of honorable service in the United States Army Field Artillery, Military Intelligence, Force Protection and Project Management
· Enforced all standards, rules, regulations and lived the Army Values for over 20 years
· Extensive experience in Field Artillery, Military Intelligence, Force Protection, Special Security Officer, Special Security Representative, Open-Source Intelligence, Anti-Terrorism, Intelligence Oversight, Physical Security Management, Interpersonal Communications and Language/Project Management
· Supervised and Performed Intelligence Analyst duties, Security Officer Duties, Defense Security Certified, JPAS, SCIF Accreditation, Physical Security, Personal Security, Open Source Intelligence Analyst, Anti-Terrorism Officer
· Served as a United States Recruiter for 3 years; enlisted over 130 future soldiers, Officers and Warrant Officers
· Devised a leader development program for 100 senior enlisted members of the Army which provided supervisory skills for their next promotion
· Supervised the development of daily Intelligence Update briefings to General Officers and senior military leaders at all levels
· Served as an Advisor for the first ever Advise and Assist Brigade in the army (1st SFAB). Deployed and mentored over 100 foreign military leaders in Intelligence Operations and Force Protection Measures
· Basic & Senior Instructor with 2,346 podium hours that facilitated the training of several future Non-Commissioned Officers over a 2-year period.
Military Training
- · Instructor United States Army Non-Commissioned Officer Academy ● Basic Instructor Course ● Supervisor Development Course ● Basic Antiterrorism Officer Course ● Physical Security Course ● Military Intelligence Senior, Advanced and Basic Leaders Course ● Open Source Intelligence Course ● Berber Hunter Toolkit Course ● Digital Common Ground System Course ● Command Post Of The Future Course ● Hazardous Material Course ● Action Officer Course ● Air Force Joint Load planning Course ● Basic Army Recruiter Course ● Intelligence Collection Management Course ● Counter Terrorism Analyst Course ● Small Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Course ● Special Security Officer Course ● Cyber Advanced Support Operations Course ● Antiterrorism Advance Course ● Casualty Notification Officer
Career Accomplishments
· Directed the timely and accurate delivery of rocket and missile fire of over 100 rockets during the Iraq conflict; resulting in section being recognized by the Director of Central Command
· Conceptualized recruiting station analysis, provided feedback for a seamless enlistment of future soldiers, resulting in a 95% Basic Combat Training Graduation rate
· Supervised and developed a comprehensive junior analyst training program for over 400 analysts throughout the division: increasing core tasks
· Generated the supervised Force Protection plan’s during hazardous conditions, resulting in zero loss of life for 12 months
· Instructed 100 non-intelligence soldiers on tactical site investigations, which resulted in the arrest of over 100 insurgents and 6 key Taliban leaders
Deployment History
· Republic of Korea 19991213-20001210 Rocket System Team Chief; Supervised 14 Soldiers
· Iraq 20030311-20031110 Rocket System Team Chief; Supervised 28 Soldier
· Afghanistan 20100503-20110504 Senior Intelligence Sergeant/Force Protection Director; Managed 150 US & Multinational Forces
· Republic of Korea 20161017-20170612 First Sergeant/Personnel Supervisor; Supervised 58 Soldiers
· Afghanistan 20180202-20180830 Chief Intelligence Advisor; Advised 830 US Soldiers & 50 Foreign military Soldiers
- Syria 20190403-20190720 Cheif Intellience Sergeant for 1st Special Forces Command
Key Competencies
● Military Intelligence Operations
● New Equipment Training
● Supervisor Development Course
● Verbal and Written Communications
● Access Control Point design and manning
● Training Development
● Antiterrorism Assessments
● Recruiting
● Special Security Officer
● Basic & Senior Instructor
● US & Foreign Weapons Instruction
● Antiterrorism Basic & Advanced Course
● Physical Security
● Force Protection
● Critical Infrastructure Mitigation
● Instructor
● Open-Source Intelligence Toolkit
● Tactical Site Exploitation
Security Clearance
- Top Secret/SCI
Education
● Central Texas College Intelligence Operations 60 SH
● American Military University Criminal Justice 80 SH 140 Semester Hours towards Bachelor’s Degree
● Primary Leadership Development Course (30 days), Advanced Non-Commissioned Officers Course (6 weeks), Senior Non-Commissioned Officers Course (6 weeks), Master Leader Course Management Plan Mentor (2 weeks)
Certification
- ICD 705
- Security Manager
- Facility Security program manager
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Facility Security Officer
Accenture Federal Services
08.2022 - Current
Personal Security Specialist
Accenture Federal Services
08.2022 - Current
High School Diploma -
Stephen F Austin High School
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Central Texas College