Kendra Woodrick
Wentzville,MO
Summary
Experienced industrial security specialist with 10 years of combined security and law enforcement experience. Skilled in personnel security, compliance assessments, DD-254 review, and classified handling, with a strong focus on protecting sensitive information and strengthening security operations. Active Top Secret T5 Security Clearance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Security Specialist
The Boeing Company
Hazelwood, Missouri
06.2020 - Current
- Protected government, company, third-party, and intellectual property information from unauthorized disclosure through security procedures and controls.
- Coordinated special security operations to ensure safety at sensitive locations for sensitive employer facilities and restricted areas.
- Supported development and administration of OPSEC programs, physical security controls, and security awareness training for large, complex programs.
- Oversaw subcontractor security compliance, collaborating with enterprise integrated product teams to ensure adherence to government and company security requirements.
- Conducted compliance assessments, self-inspections, and administrative inquiries; identified deficiencies, implemented corrective actions, and communicated findings to security management and customers.
- Reviewed DD-254 requirements for contract security compliance.
- Kept current with relevant laws, standards, procedures, and best practices to enhance industrial security operations.
- Managed personnel security case files and clearance documentation.
- Handled security access requests for employees and contractors for employees and contractors.
- Conducted security briefings for staff on classified handling, insider risk, employer protection policies and procedures.
Federal Police Officer
United States Secret Service
Washington, District of Columbia
03.2016 - 04.2020
- Assessed potential threats to public safety and national security.
- Performed undercover assignments in order to apprehend criminals engaged in illegal activities.
- Provided security for high-profile individuals, events, and locations.
- Led team of officers in large-scale operations and special events, ensuring coordinated response to dynamic situations.
- Communicated critical information and instructions to diverse audiences, adjusting tone and detail based on feedback to enhance understanding.
- Demonstrated fairness, professionalism, and tact when interacting with the public, colleagues, and individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Used active listening and adaptable interpersonal approaches to de-escalate encounters with hostile, distressed, or uncooperative individuals.
- Upheld high ethical standards, accountability, and discretion in carrying out responsibilities and handling sensitive information.
- Maintained composure and exercised sound judgment in high-stress situations, prioritizing safety and effective response measures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminology
University of Missouri
St Louis, MO12-2015
Skills
- Industrial security
- Security compliance management
- Security audits
- DD-254 regulations
- OPSEC programs
- Physical security
- Personnel security
- Classified handling
Timeline
Industrial Security Specialist
The Boeing Company
06.2020 - Current
Federal Police Officer
United States Secret Service
03.2016 - 04.2020
Bachelor of Science - Criminology
University of Missouri