Martha Wofford
Reston
Summary
Accomplished Industrial Security Manager with 25 years of experience. Proven track record in managing comprehensive security programs and initiatives. Successfully implemented security protocols and crisis management plans, ensuring safety and security of assets and personnel. Adept at driving cross-functional teams within high-pressure and deadline driven environments.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Industrial & Program Security Manager
Collins Aerospace Corp.
Sterling, VA
11.2023 - Current
- Advised senior management on security best practices, contributing to strategic planning and risk management.
- Managed a team of security personnel, providing regular training for improved performance and professional growth.
- Developed and implemented security policies and procedures to enhance operational safety and compliance.
- Led regular audits of physical security measures, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards.
- Streamlined security operations, introducing efficient processes that saved time and reduced errors.
- Conducted regular security audits to identify vulnerabilities and recommend corrective actions.
- Performed responsibilities as Control Account Manager (CAM) creating and overseeing budgets for security staffing and initiatives that align resources with organizational priorities and goals.
- Performed responsibilities as the Security Control Officer (SCO), Facility Security Officer (FSO), and Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO).
Senior Security Administration Manager
Peraton, Inc.
Herndon, VA
10.2022 - 11.2023
- Managed a team of security experts to implement and maintain effective security measures across various facilities and programs.
- Managed comprehensive planning of staffing, budgeting, and forecasting to enhance operational security in space and intelligence business unit.
- Ensured effective execution of personnel physical communications and information assurance security protocols to maintain operational integrity within Space & Intelligence business unit.
- Interface with Program Managers and primary liaison with US Government Program Security Officers
- Develop program level security plans, procedures, and instructions while ensuring their consistent application across all business units
- Oversee classification guidance to employees; develop and provision security education and awareness
- Lead security self-inspections and audits
Security Administration Manager/CPSO/CSSO
Peraton, Inc.
Herndon, VA
11.2014 - 10.2022
- Responsible for implementing the industrial security program and ensuring company and customer security requirements are met
- Administer day-to-day security programs: personnel processing, program reviews, document control systems, audits & self-inspections, violation investigations and reports
- Conduct initial security briefings, indoctrinations, pre/post foreign travel briefings, refresher briefings, and debriefings
- Command OPSEC Coordinator and COMSEC Custodian
- Manage all aspects of contract security in support of several Intelligence Community customers with processing SCIFS
Corporate Facility Security Manager
Whitney, Bradley & Brown, Inc.
Reston, VA
05.2011 - 11.2014
- Awarded Superior rating during Defense Security Service annual assessment.
- Manage Multiple Facility Organization (MFO) and its six divisional offices.
- Provide advanced level assets protection and safeguarding advice and guidance to senior management at all operating locations.
- Lead compliance to meet or exceed federal and contractual security regulations and directives set forth by the National Industrial Security Program (NISP), Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence Community (IC) and Federal Government.
- Responsible for the establishment, implementation and maintenance of the security procedures for the company ISO 9000:2008 Certification.
- Manage all security personnel processing and procedures which directly supports the Department of Defense and several agencies within the Intelligence Community and the Department of Homeland Security for SAP/SAR, SCI and collateral contracts.
Facility Security Officer
Whitney, Bradley & Brown, Inc.
Reston, VA
09.2008 - 05.2011
- Demonstrated consistent performance excellence by receiving consecutive commendable ratings in Defense Counterintelligence Security Agency (DCSA) annual evaluations.
- Supported divisional facility security officers in executing security programs, resulting in commendable ratings during DCSA assessments.
- Contributed expertise as a steering committee member in the development and launch of Dulles Area Industrial Security Awareness Council, promoting industrial security best practices.
- Facilitated mentorship and training initiatives to create effective security programs for organizations involved in the company’s mentor/protégé program and joint ventures.
Assistant Facility Security Officer/ Information System Security Officer
Whitney, Bradley & Brown, Inc.
Reston, VA
01.2007 - 09.2008
- Created and presented engaging training materials on security protocols to ensure compliance and safety.
- Oversaw verification processes for COMSEC account and hand receipts, safeguarding sensitive information.
- Regularly reviewed and updated personnel security records to uphold data integrity and confidentiality.
- Conducted regular assessments to uphold security standards and validate classified multiple user standalone computer systems.
Operations Specialist Petty Officer First Class
United States Navy
05.1997 - 03.2007
- Managed security protocols for over 800 line items of classified systems media and documentation to maintain compliance and confidentiality.
- Evaluated and verified accuracy of OPM electronic questionnaires within Investigation Processing (e-QIP) system prior to final submission.
- Monitored and maintained access points, safeguarding the command's physical integrity and security protocols.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Saint Leo University
Saint Leo, FL05-2015
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Saint Leo University
Saint Leo, FL01-2007
Skills
- Business continuity planning
- Security team leadership and management
- Security policy development
- Incident reports and corrective actions
- Vulnerability assessment
- Safety and security procedures
- Employee performance evaluation
- Skilled in DISS, NISS, NCAIS, NBIS, JADE, Scattered Castles, Talon, DIAS, SIMS, and Access Commander
Affiliations
- National Classification Management Society – (NCMS) Capitol Region
- Dulles Area Industrial Security Awareness Council – (Dulles ISAC) – Steering Committee Member
- Industrial Security Working Group – (ISWG) – Focus Group Member
- Contractor SAP Security Working Group (CSSWG)
Certification
- Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC), Certificate# 11818, December, 2012.
Timeline
Industrial & Program Security Manager
Collins Aerospace Corp.
11.2023 - Current
Senior Security Administration Manager
Peraton, Inc.
10.2022 - 11.2023
Security Administration Manager/CPSO/CSSO
Peraton, Inc.
11.2014 - 10.2022
Corporate Facility Security Manager
Whitney, Bradley & Brown, Inc.
05.2011 - 11.2014
Facility Security Officer
Whitney, Bradley & Brown, Inc.
09.2008 - 05.2011
Assistant Facility Security Officer/ Information System Security Officer
Whitney, Bradley & Brown, Inc.
01.2007 - 09.2008
Operations Specialist Petty Officer First Class
United States Navy
05.1997 - 03.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Saint Leo University
MBA - Business Administration
Saint Leo University
INDUSTRIAL SECURITY EXPERTISE
- Policy/SOP Implementation & Review
- Vulnerability Assessment Preparation and Review
- Incident Investigation & Reporting
- SCI & SAP Program Management
- Records Management & Maintenance
- Security Briefing and Presentation