Kaila Henderson, ISP, SFPC, ISOC, SAPPC
Sterling,VA
Summary
Dynamic and credentialed security professional with extensive experience as an FSO, excelling in NISPOM compliance and government audits. Proven track record at successfully managing areas of security programs for government contractors, ensuring compliance with the 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM), SEAD 3 , Intelligence Community Directives (ICD), and other federal requirements. Adept at managing complex security frameworks while delivering impactful training to elevate employee awareness and commitment to security protocols.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
FSO Team Lead/ Corporate AFSO/ COMSEC Custodian
Accenture Federal Services
03.2022 - Current
- Manage a team of FSOs overseeing program compliance for 15 cleared subsidiaries and branch locations (possessing and non-possessing).
- Serve as a primary POC for communication with DCSA.
- Review and implement Standard Practices and Procedures (SPP) and Insider Threat Plan (ITP).
- Work with the ITPSO as a member of the Insider Threat Working Group (ITWG).
- Coordinated integration of security frameworks between entities, ensuring compliance and business continuity post-acquisition.
- Work cross-functionally with legal, contracts, and information security to meet regulatory compliance.
- Manage DD254s and issue subcontractor DD254s under prime contracts across multiple CAGE codes.
- Support as physical security POC performing perimeter checks, alarm response, and overseeing space modifications.
- Implemented a biannual self-inspection cycle to strengthen security posture.
- Manage NSA COMSEC account as the custodian.
- Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.
- Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
Corporate Security Manager/ FSO/ COMSEC Custodian
Novetta
01.2014 - 03.2022
- Provided oversight of multiple complex security programs with 8 CAGE codes.
- Successfully managed security requirements of DoD, DOE, and Intel government customers.
- Effectively manage multiple NSA COMSEC accounts within the organization.
- Managed DD254s and issued subcontractor DD254s under prime contracts.
- Responsible for all aspects of safeguarding classified material in accordance NISPOM standards.
- Coordinated communication and implementation with access control vendor; creating an integrated system among all company locations.
- Improved employee awareness on security issues through providing regular training opportunities.
Facility Security Officer/ COMSEC Custodian
Leidos
05.2011 - 01.2014
- Provided security guidance and oversight for CAGE code by conducting self-inspections of security programs, interviewing employees in preparation for DSS (DCSA) assessments, and continually developing process improvements.
- Consistently communicated with DCSA and customers for necessary approvals and program compliance.
- Acted as Designated Government Representative (DGR) for international document transmission for corporate CAGE code.
- Reduced instances of security violations through consistent reinforcement of policies and swift response to issues as they arose.
- Established a culture of accountability among team members by setting clear expectations regarding adherence to security protocols.
- Maintained and implemented facility's SPP and TCP in accordance with government requirements and procedures.
- Managed all the facility's NSA COMSEC account responsibilities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Zoology
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OHSkills
- Government Audits and Self-Inspections
- NISPOM Compliance
- Internal and External Customer Mission Focus
- Industrial Security Program Development
- Personnel Security processes
- Security Education and Awareness Training
- Submission of PSQs and PSARs
- Safeguarding Protocols
- Working knowledge of DISS, NISS, SWFT, ACCS, NCCS, NBIS
Certification
- Industrial Security Professional (ISP)
- Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC)
- Industrial Security Oversight Certification (ISOC)
- Security Asset Protection Professional Certification (SAPPC)
Security Clearance
Active Top Secret/SCI with Counterintelligence polygraph
Timeline
FSO Team Lead/ Corporate AFSO/ COMSEC Custodian
Accenture Federal Services
03.2022 - Current
Corporate Security Manager/ FSO/ COMSEC Custodian
Novetta
01.2014 - 03.2022
Facility Security Officer/ COMSEC Custodian
Leidos
05.2011 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Zoology
The Ohio State University
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