After serving for 11 years in the United States Air Force, I am ready for my next adventure. Recently having graduated with a BA in Cyber-Security, I am excited to use my strong work ethic, adaptability, ability to work under pressure and exceptional interpersonal skills. I am adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Base Defense Operations Controller/Electronic Security Systems (Alarm Monitor / Security Forces Specialist)
U.S. Air Force
Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, FL
02.2020 - Current
Oversees security, crises action planning and emergency operations to secure critical space launch assets, enabling the safe payload delivery of National Security satellites to orbit
Oversees alarm monitoring system for 100 Protection Level 2-4 controlled areas with 1,200 alarm points protecting $7.25 Billion USD space assets
Monitors performs function tests on IDS & access control systems, logs/tracks all alarms & actions at primary annunciator
Provides immediate visual assessments of all alarms at perimeters; controls access to storage/facilities secured by IDS
Directs law enforcement and analyzes defense posturing for high-level security operations and criminal responses
Coordinates with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies for management of critical incidents and mitigate potential security risks
Receives 911 emergency calls and dispatch patrols as needed, conduct license, vehicle, registration checks via the National Crime Information Center
Maintains daily log of events, up channel reports and make notifications to 45 SLD leadership as required by written guidance.
Base Access/DBIDS NCOIC (Security Forces Specialist)
U.S Air Force
Al Dhafra Air Base, AZ
09.2020 - 04.2021
Deployed in support of Operations Freedom's Sentinel, and Inherent Resolve
Also received Air Force Commendation Medal for my time overseas
NCOIC of the Base Access Coordination office, prepared and vetted over 340 applications for foreign nationals
Led Defense Biometrics Identification System 5 upgrade and oversaw installation of new hardware across 3 entry control points and conducted training on over 180 members
Managed US Air Force Central Commands 2nd largest biometric database consisting of over 50k records
Overhauled Base Access Management Internal Control Tool checklists.
Security Forces Patrolman/Base Defense Operations Controller at United States Air Force, USAFSecurity Forces Patrolman/Base Defense Operations Controller at United States Air Force, USAF
Base Defense Operations Controller (Security Forces) at United States Air ForceBase Defense Operations Controller (Security Forces) at United States Air Force
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<li>Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</li>
<li>Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security</li>
<li>Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments</li>
<li>Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF</li>
<li>Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility</li>
<li>Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines</li>
<li>Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)</li>
<li>Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply</li>
<li>Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.</li>
<li>Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.</li>
<li>Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.</li>
<li>Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.</li>
<li>Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.</li>
<li>Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.</li>
<li>Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.</li>
<li>Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li>
</ul> at Defense Contracting Activity, LLC<ul>
<li>Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</li>
<li>Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security</li>
<li>Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments</li>
<li>Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF</li>
<li>Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility</li>
<li>Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines</li>
<li>Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)</li>
<li>Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply</li>
<li>Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.</li>
<li>Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.</li>
<li>Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.</li>
<li>Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.</li>
<li>Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.</li>
<li>Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.</li>
<li>Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.</li>
<li>Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li>
</ul> at Defense Contracting Activity, LLC