Shelia Hawkins-Morris
Accokeek,MD
Summary
Dedicated Facility Security Officer with proven skills in access control management, incident reporting, and safety training. Committed to ensuring security compliance and enhancing team performance.
Professional with strong background in security management, adept at ensuring safety and integrity of facilities. Skilled in risk assessment, threat mitigation, and emergency response planning. Highly collaborative, adaptable to changing needs, and consistently focused on achieving optimal security outcomes. Known for reliability and effective communication within team environments.
Current TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Facility Security Officer (FSO)
Bae Systems Inc.
California, MD
10.2022 - 11.2024
- Monitored facility access and controlled entry points to ensure security compliance.
- Conducted regular inspections of premises to identify and mitigate potential security threats.
- Responded promptly to security incidents, implementing effective protocols for resolution.
- Collaborated with law enforcement during investigations to support security objectives.
- Prepared detailed incident reports, documenting findings and actions taken during security events.
- Trained new personnel on security procedures, enhancing team knowledge and performance.
- Implemented background checks on prospective hires, mitigating risks associated with hiring unscrupulous personnel.
- Managed security clearances for employees, streamlining the process and reducing wait times for approval.
- Provided regular reports on the status of facility''s security program to senior management, keeping stakeholders informed about any relevant updates.
- Served as liaison between the organization and federal agencies such as Department of Defense, ensuring smooth communication and resolution of security-related issues.
- Organized periodic drills to assess employee preparedness in dealing with emergency situations effectively.
- Trained staff on security protocols, increasing overall awareness and adherence to established guidelines.
- Implemented cybersecurity measures to safeguard sensitive information from unauthorized access or breaches.
- Collaborated with management to develop emergency response plans, preparing facilities for potential incidents.
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Conducted training sessions for new security personnel to facilitate compliance with security protocols.
- Developed and maintained security plans, ensuring compliance with government regulations and company policies.
- Facilitated emergency response drills to ensure preparedness among staff and management teams.
- Evaluated existing policies and recommended improvements for enhanced operational efficiency.
Chief Security Officer
Federal Bureau of Investigation Headquarters
Washington, DC
05.2015 - 08.2022
- Developed and implemented comprehensive security protocols to safeguard national assets and personnel.
- Led cross-functional teams to assess and mitigate potential security threats and vulnerabilities.
- Directed strategic planning initiatives for cybersecurity measures across multiple federal agencies.
- Oversaw incident response operations to ensure rapid recovery from security breaches and threats.
- Enhanced physical security measures by overseeing the installation of advanced surveillance systems and access control devices.
- Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
- Increased employee awareness on cybersecurity, conducting regular training sessions on best practices and emerging threats.
- Supervised and evaluated security staff performance to determine compliance with safety regulations.
- Prepared and submitted reports to keep management informed of security activities and developments.
- Screened vendors and contractors before granting access to restricted areas within mall.
- Collaborated with management to develop security policies and procedures.
- Conducted training sessions for new security personnel to facilitate compliance with security protocols.
- Negotiated contracts with external vendors for security services, maintaining cost efficiency without compromising quality.
Associate Chief Security Officer
Federal Bureau of Investigation Headquarters
Washington, DC
07.2011 - 05.2015
- Directed cybersecurity initiatives to safeguard sensitive information and infrastructure.
- Established strategic partnerships with federal agencies to enhance national security measures.
- Led investigations into cyber threats, ensuring timely mitigation of risks to critical systems.
- Developed comprehensive security protocols aligned with federal regulations and best practices.
- Coordinated with security personnel or other departments to establish safety of visitors and staff.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Enhanced physical security measures by overseeing the installation of advanced surveillance systems and access control devices.
- Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
- Increased employee awareness on cybersecurity, conducting regular training sessions on best practices and emerging threats.
- Supervised and evaluated security staff performance to determine compliance with safety regulations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Northern High School
Owings, MDSkills
- Fire safety management
- Incident investigation
- Safety training
- Workplace violence prevention
- Sensitive information handling
- Incident reporting
- Access control management
- Security policy development
- Alarm system monitoring
- Background checks administration
- Visitor management
- Access monitoring
- First aid and CPR
- 35 years of Personnel Security, Physical Security, Information Security, Industrial Security, and Information Technology and Information Systems
Timeline
Facility Security Officer (FSO)
Bae Systems Inc.
10.2022 - 11.2024
Chief Security Officer
Federal Bureau of Investigation Headquarters
05.2015 - 08.2022
Associate Chief Security Officer
Federal Bureau of Investigation Headquarters
07.2011 - 05.2015
High School Diploma -
Northern High School
Job Related Training
- Risk Management for the Security Professional
- National Crime Information Center (NCIC) Course
- Basic Security Officer Course (BSOC)
- High Risk Adjudications Team Mentor
- Security and Suitability Adjudicative Guidelines (SSAG) Course
- Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS)
- Security Specialist Course
- Construction Surveillance Technicians Course (DHS)
- ICD 705 Physical Security Course
- Physical Security Course
COMPETANCIES
Microsoft Office: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) as well as multiple specialized and advanced FBI.
- Databases: Sentinel, LexisNexis, Lead Finder, Scattered Castles & Signal Flags, National Crime Information Center (NCIC) Criminal Justice Information Services, (CJIS), Joint Personnel Adjudication Systems (JPAS), Defense Central Index of Investigations (DCII), Enterprise Process Automation System (EPAS) Office of Personnel Management (OPM) System, Data Integration and Visualization System (DIVS), Electronic Questionnaire Investigation Processing (e-QIP) Defense Personnel Records Informational Retrieval System (DPRIS)