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VANESSA MESNGON

Fort Cavazos,TX

Summary

Highly self-motivated, results-driven professional, providing high-performance security services. Extensive logistics, operations, organizing, and responsible for providing support by applying policies, tactics, techniques, and procedures. Detail-oriented, analytical, and methodical with critical thinking to resolve work issues even under stressful work conditions. Strong people management and interpersonal communication skills that inspire confidence while forging teamwork synergies with colleagues across diverse ethnicities.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

SECURITY OFFICER

DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
FORT CAVAZOS, TX
12.2024 - Current
  • Serves as the United States Army Forces Command (FORSCOM), III Armored Corps Senior Command Aug, G-2 Command Security Officer, overseeing multi-discipline security programs including Information Security, Physical Security, Personnel Security, Industrial Security, Cybersecurity and Security Education for over 60k civilians, military, and contractors
  • Develop and implement collateral security policies and local instructions ensuring effective application of procedures across various security domains
  • Manage classification, declassification, and downgrading of information within the command, ensuring compliance with federal regulations
  • Investigate, document, and report security threats, compromises, and violations, coordinating with relevant agencies and stakeholders through appropriate channels
  • Advice the Command on all aspects of the Defense Information System Agency (DISA) Cybersecurity program, ensuring integration with traditional security measures
  • Design and deliver training curriculum, briefings, and local policies to educate personnel on Cybersecurity and traditional security practices
  • Manage Personnel Security (PERSEC) operations, ensuring the accountability and proper adjudication of military personnel and Department of the Army (DA) Civilians utilizing the Defense Information System for Security (DISS)
  • Manage a comprehensive physical security program for multiple high-security buildings, ensuring compliance with federal and accreditation standards
  • Provide expert recommendation for physical security hardware implementation, enhancing overall security posture
  • Conducts technical and comprehensive physical security inspection/surveys of mission essential vulnerable/critical areas, activities, and facilities
  • Ensure classified contract DD Form 254s are prepared and processed IAW the Army Centralized Contracts and Security (ACCS) Portal

INFORMATION & INDUSTRIAL SECURITY PROGRAM MANAGER

DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE
BEALE AFB, CA
06.2021 - 12.2024
  • Managed the 9th Reconnaissance Wing (9 RW) Information and Industrial security program
  • Managed over 60 security contracts, overseeing more than 800 contractors, and ensuring compliance with government regulations
  • Provided contract development and monitoring support for assigned procurements
  • Led, guided, and mentored 120 installation Security Assistants (SA)
  • Conducted unit program security reviews, staff assisted visits and post inspection compliance verification
  • Drafted post inspection reports providing to subordinate units for inspection compliance and command awareness
  • Personnel security specialist; trained and led staff on all aspects of personnel security, incident management, oversight of National Background Investigation Services (NBIS) e-APP reviews and conduct fingerprints
  • Conducted Special Security Officer (SSO) duties and functions in support of host base and subordinate units assigned to Beale AFB
  • Assisted management of SCI security responsibilities, developed coordinated and briefed Security Education, Training and Awareness for 2,000+ members
  • Developed guidance and continued training for all newly appointed Security Assistants
  • Managed access control procedures, conduct security briefings, debriefings, audits, and inspection to identify areas for improvement
  • Briefed unit commanders on security requirements and responsibilities during investigation phases for members, ensuring compliance with security policies
  • Led implementation of the Wing Information Security program
  • Managed the risks for the enterprise security and implement countermeasures ensuring consistent standards with Department of Defense (DoD), and Air Force policy
  • Installation Foreign Disclosure Officer (FDO); assist in the management of the installation FDO program and provide key oversight for validating foreign visitors on the installation
  • Coordinated with senior leaders, stakeholders, and external agencies to maintain open communication and ensure program effectiveness

PROGRAM SECURITY MANAGER

RAYTHEON TECHNOLOGIES
DALLAS, TX
04.2019 - 06.2021
  • Performed Security Manager functions for multiple fast paced, cost & schedule driven security programs
  • Served as the prime consultant and external spokesperson for the organization on highly significant matters relating to policies, programs, capabilities, and long-range goals/objectives
  • Executed responsibilities as outlined in DoDM 5205.07 Vol 1-4, DoDM 5205.11, ICD 705, Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG) and related Special Access Program (SAP) policies
  • Initiated program security interviews, indoctrinations, and debriefs as required
  • Developed career goals for subordinates; conducted performance reviews, annual appraisals, and team milestones ensuring junior team members were on track for career progression
  • Conducted security education training and coordinated counter-intelligence briefings for staff ranging from senior leaders, stakeholder, and external agencies
  • Represented the organization as the Security Contracts Lead
  • Contributed to the development of proposals, Basis of Estimate's (BOE) and contract closeouts
  • Analyzed contract performance and make recommendations for revisions as projects proceed through the acquisition life cycle
  • Assisted and advised program management in creating and updating program specific policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Addendum, Concept of Operations (CONOP) revisions
  • Drove self-inspections and government oversight compliance inspections
  • Initiated and completed unit Plan of Actions & Milestones (POA&M)

PROGRAM SECURITY REPRESENTATIVE II

MANTECH INT. CORPORATION
BEALE AFB, CA
11.2017 - 04.2019
  • Implemented and administered the security program supporting DoD and Assistant Security of the Air Force (SAF/AQ) Special Access Program (SAP)
  • Interacted with 38 agencies on the installation in addition to Numbered Air Force (NAF), MAJCOM and Headquarters Air Force (HAF) entities on a frequent and recurring basis in the management of SAP, and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) programs
  • Ensured strict adherence to the provisions of the NISPOM, its Supplement, the DoD Overprint, DCID, ICD, and SAP policy
  • Developed and executed approved policies and procedures for safeguarding SAP, SCI, and collateral data in support of US military operations
  • Provided day-to-day security support that includes continuous assessment of procedures to identify shortfalls and provide appropriate recommendations for revising and improving security policies, procedures, and systems
  • Identified vulnerabilities, threats, and risks to test, training, and operational activities
  • Assisted in developing, implementing, and training the Operations Security program
  • Assisted in providing contractor and subordinate facility assistance and oversight
  • Briefed all levels of personnel, both in the government and senior civilian services, on a variety of security related topics
  • Conducted and documented SAP facility compliance reviews, follow-on facility reviews, and facility close-outs
  • Monitored, reported, and tracked all corrective actions resulting from compliance reviews
  • Ensured timely notification of pertinent security matters to program technical and management staff
  • Conducted exploration of any loss, compromise, or suspected compromise of classified and/or sensitive information, including conducting preliminary inquiries and generating damage assessments resulting from the loss of classified information
  • Coordinated with SAP security personnel to ensure incorporation of lessons learned into the curriculum for the SAP security education & awareness program
  • Skilled mastery in developing, analyzing, and evaluating security programs to meet mission requirements

PROGRAM SECURITY OFFICER (PSO)

SYSTEM HIGH CORPORATION
NELLIS AFB, NV
10.2016 - 11.2017
  • Leveraged knowledge of security systems to provide direct support in routine administration of Special Access Program (SAP) and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Installation security program for the Combined Air Operations Center - Nellis (CAOC-N)
  • Provided security services in all specialized security areas (personnel, information, physical, operational, SAP, OPSEC, COMSEC)
  • Applied incident management, problem solving, task performance and finalizing documentation, e.g., reports, policy and procedure development, and training programs
  • Top Secret Control officer (TSCO); maintain multiple databases consisting of Top-Secret SAP/SCI documents and magnetic media stored within the facility
  • Conducted research and technical support to projects, producing solutions, sanitation, and documentation
  • Monitored project tasks and exercise schedules
  • Supported high intensity exercises and events which often include Joint and/or Coalition participants
  • Assigned primary unit FDO; processed identity and security documentation for over 1,000 participants in classified operational exercises
  • Leveraged knowledge of OPSEC security and emergency management; identified threats, mitigation, and executing emergency action plans (EAP) as needed

SECURITY SPECIALIST

DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE
NELLIS AFB, NV
09.2015 - 10.2016
  • Multiple disciplined security professional
  • Implemented and administered the security program supporting DoD and Nevada Test & Training Range (NTTR)
  • Maintained collaborative working security engagements with unit security managers, supervisors, and unit commanders
  • Provided administrative support for the security education and training program
  • Managed and generated all necessary documentation for status monitoring of security programs, utilized allocated resources, and 3rd party contractor compliance as required
  • Completed Air Combat Command Foreign Disclosure Officer (FDO) Course; Assigned as alternate FDO; conducted research and provided technical support to project solutions and documentation sanitization
  • Resolved a wide range of complex security clearance issues requiring alternative solutions for senior management to choose from and requiring expedited coordination with Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency Adjudication Vetting Services (DCS AVS), Office of Personnel Management (OPM), and higher headquarters
  • Assigned as the Mission Partner Affiliation Sponsor (MPAS); Responsible for managing all activities related to site credential sponsorship, ensuring applicants are properly handled throughout the lifecycle
  • Ensures compliance with DoD policies, troubleshoots site issues, manages sponsors, and provides necessary training
  • Communicate with stakeholders, including emails, meetings, and newsletters
  • Track and report any security compromises to the Service Point of Contact (SPOC)

Education

Master of Business Administration -

University of Phoenix
Las Vegas, NV

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

University of Phoenix
Las Vegas, NV

Certification

  • Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC)
  • Foreign Disclosure Officer (FDO)
  • Inspector General (IG) Wing Inspection Team (WIT)
  • Mission Partner Affiliation Sponsor Manager (MPASM)
  • Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) | Scrum Alliance
  • United States Air Force (USAF) Enlisted Accessions Recruiter
  • Information Technology Asset Management (ITAM) Equipment Custodian

Accomplishments

Air Force Civilian Service Commendation Medal for Valor

Veteran Status

USAF Veteran

Security Clearance

TS/SCI

Languages

Spanish
Professional

Timeline

SECURITY OFFICER

DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
12.2024 - Current

INFORMATION & INDUSTRIAL SECURITY PROGRAM MANAGER

DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE
06.2021 - 12.2024

PROGRAM SECURITY MANAGER

RAYTHEON TECHNOLOGIES
04.2019 - 06.2021

PROGRAM SECURITY REPRESENTATIVE II

MANTECH INT. CORPORATION
11.2017 - 04.2019

PROGRAM SECURITY OFFICER (PSO)

SYSTEM HIGH CORPORATION
10.2016 - 11.2017

SECURITY SPECIALIST

DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE
09.2015 - 10.2016

Master of Business Administration -

University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

University of Phoenix

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