Leniece Nevins
Baltimore,Maryland
Summary
- Resolved 200+ pending investigations within 60 days by prioritizing workflow and applying a triage method. Decreased security violations by 40% through effective training and enhanced processes. Conducted training for 200+ personnel on access protocols, leading to a 50% reduction in policy violations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personnel Security Specialist
Protection Strategies Inc.
Springfield, Virginia
05.2024 - 09.2025
- Reviewed investigation reports, personnel files, and records to determine security clearance eligibility.
- Managed eAPP applications through OPM NP2 Portal, resolving access issues and sending invitations.
- Maintained DISS records for security clearances and ensured enrollment in Continuous Vetting programs.
- Performed thorough adjudications by analyzing derogatory information from SF85s and relevant documents.
- Reviewed NDA's and OF306's for precision before submitting to government agencies within deadlines.
- Tracked open investigations and current clearances using ISMS, NPS, and IES/DHS ID databases.
- Verified access requirements through contract/DD-254 reviews for company personnel.
- Authored Standard Operating Procedures to clarify project processes for management oversight.
Security Coordinator
Belt Built LLC
Crofton, MD
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Processed DBIDS Cards for non-CAC eligible employees and subcontractors, ensuring compliance with security protocols.
- Initiated investigations into security breaches, analyzing findings to determine causes for access approval to federal construction sites.
- Conducted regular inspections and audits of security systems and personnel to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Served as primary contact for safety and security issues, fostering collaborative relationships with law enforcement and community leaders.
Personnel Security Specialists
Patriot Group International
Laurel, MD
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Continuously improved knowledge of relevant post orders, procedures, and standards of conduct.
- Escorted visitors to restricted areas while conducting thorough inspections of items.
- Maintained detailed visitor access logs per post order requirements.
- Addressed security incidents promptly, following established reporting protocols.
- Guided personnel throughout the facility, ensuring adherence to safety measures.
- Prevented unauthorized disclosure of confidential information through vigilant monitoring.
- Assisted in operation of physical locks for enhanced security management.
- Executed mail delivery functions as required by site operations.
Verified Official
Defense Information Systems Agency-DISA
Fort Meade, MD
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Managed and monitored CAC access for Department of Defense facilities and personnel.
- Issued and revoked credentials for Federal Government employees based on security protocols.
- Tracked CACs within JFHQ-DODIN USA Access systems, ensuring accurate record-keeping.
- Conducted fingerprinting of DOD contractors and employees using Roll No Ink and Live Scan terminals.
- Onboarded new hires by activating profiles in LENEL systems and processing security documentation.
- Served as POC for HR Security, providing guidance on background investigations and e-QIP processes.
- Assisted HR Security with impactful projects that enhanced overall departmental operations.
- Verified visitor security clearances in SIMS, issuing appropriate CACs and notifying sponsors.
Access Control Specialist
Falken Industries
Jessup, MD
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Oversaw planning and execution of AWS cloud infrastructure operations to enhance efficiency.
- Implemented compliance measures adhering to AWS policies and regulations.
- Collaborated with teams to safeguard personnel, data, and assets at AWS Data Centers.
- Executed security protocols to prevent unauthorized access effectively.
- Supervised CCTV monitoring for detection and response to security threats.
- Coordinated communications among security staff using advanced technology tools.
- Maintained detailed shift logs and comprehensive daily activity reports.
- Conducted incident investigations, documenting findings for future reference.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent -
Forestville Military Academy
District Heights, MDSkills
- Critical thinking
- Documentation skills
- Identity verification
- Sensitive information handling
- Background checks
- Security policy development
Certification
- Active Clearance 10/2021
- Security Guard Card 12/2025
- ION scan 600
- Hi-Scan 6040aTix
- Walk Thru Metal Detectors
Timeline
Personnel Security Specialist
Protection Strategies Inc.
05.2024 - 09.2025
Security Coordinator
Belt Built LLC
09.2023 - 01.2024
Personnel Security Specialists
Patriot Group International
03.2023 - 09.2023
Verified Official
Defense Information Systems Agency-DISA
09.2022 - 03.2023
Access Control Specialist
Falken Industries
08.2021 - 09.2022
High school diploma or equivalent -
Forestville Military Academy