Sandra Sullivan

Temple Hills, MD *****

301-***-****

acp8g3@r.postjobfree.com

Education, Training & Office Automation Skills

EDUCATION

University of Maryland, University College, Adelphi, Maryland

Strayer University, Suitland, Maryland Accounting Courses

TRAINING

ICD 704 Personnel Security Course

Essential of Suitability and Adjudication Program Certificate

FBI Fingerprint Training Certificate

e-QIP 3.0 training

Personnel Security Management certificate

Basic Personnel Security & Suitability Adjudication certificate

Advance Personnel Security & Suitability Adjudication certificate

E-QIP, JPAS, PIPS, CATS, BITS, DCII, DEIDS, Filemaker Pro. CVS, Microsoft Suite, Lotus Notes

Employment History

Production Clerk II 07/2014 – 10/2014

SourceHOV

Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Apply client specifications to accurately complete process and key client materials. Timely and efficiently identify various client materials. Work efficiently within a team environment to meet client deadlines and service level agreements. Ability to identify different document types. Maintain a record of completed work. Follow instructions and communicate with supervisor or trainer when appropriate to ensure customer expectations are met. Compile, sort, and verify accuracy of data. Maintain confidentiality and security of client information per client guidelines. Maintains levels of productivity and quality based on department standards.

Personnel Security Specialist 12/2013 – 07/2014

Transportation Security Specialist

Arlington, Virginia

Retrieve all cases for adjudication or case assignment from Integrated Security Management System (ISMS) database. Review SF-86/OF-306/SAC/Credit bureaus report(s) (CBR) on individuals applying for Transportation Security Officer (TSO) positions for pre-hire determination. Make recommendation in ISMS and forward the case for background investigation initiation. Type & process ineligible letter for pre-hire denial cases and close out cases for reconsideration after one year. Independently review and adjudicate closed MBI, Single-Scoped background investigations (SSBI) & SSBI-PR (Periodic Reinvestigation) background investigations from form SF86 to determine the suitability and/or security eligibility of individuals for entry and retention in sensitive and non-sensitive positions. Process Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) cases to grant eligibility for special access. Ensure all required information is present in background investigations for the appropriate adjudicative decision. I would type Letters of Interrogatory (LOI) for additional information, if required, before rendering a determination or Letters of Advisement (LOA) when warranted. I would conduct verification checks in the Central Verification System (CVS) and Personnel Investigations Processing Systems (PIPS) databases to obtain information on applicants regarding previous background investigations for reciprocity. Digitally sign & upload 79A and Certificate of Investigation (COI) to OPM for updating adjudicated background investigation in PIPs. Manage the workflow to ensure timely processing of cases to ensure compliance with Intelligence Reform & Terrorism Prevention Act (IRTPA). Keeps team lead or management abreast of recurring problems or systemic deficiencies.

Personnel Security Specialist 05/2011 – 12/2013

National Institutes of Health

N. Bethesda, Maryland

Independently review and adjudicate background investigations (NACI, MBI, ANACI & BI) and make decisions regarding suitability for federal employment, fitness for performance under contract with the federal government, or eligibility for a security clearance. Interpret and apply suitability factors and security adjudicative guidelines when making adjudicative decision or adverse action recommendations for suitability, fitness, and security clearance eligibility. Compose Letter of Interrogatory for actionable issues that require resolution before a suitability determination can be made. Ensure all required information is present in background investigations for the appropriate adjudicative decision. I handle situations and assignment with minimal to none day-to-day instruction or supervision and receive general guidance on new projects or assignments. Manage the workflow to ensure timely processing of cases to ensure compliance with government performance and accountability requirements. Keeps team lead or management abreast of recurring problems or systemic deficiencies.

Personnel Security Specialist III/Senior Associate 09/2010 – 05/2011

Engineering Systems Consultants, Inc.

Lanham, Maryland

Scope, review and adjudicate closed NACI, MBI, LBI, ANACI and BI background investigation cases to make a recommendation on suitability for employment. I review the case closing transmittal sheet from OPM, investigative materials, documents and forms to include SF85, SF85P, SF86, OF-306, OF-612 and resumes for completeness and to ensure that all coverage requirements are met for the type of investigation. I would identify and analyze each case for derogatory and mitigating information for suitability. Process all non-issue(s) and no actionable issue(s) cases using Filemaker Pro to print out case summary. Request support documentation from applicant related to financial, criminal or other matters when required and prepare letter of interrogatories to obtain the information. It is my responsibility to determine an individual suitability for employment and prepare detailed adjudicative analytical summaries recommending further course of action for processing. Update BITS3 with the recommended suitability determination. I make requests and follow-up on all cases that need additional information and clarification.

Personnel Security Specialist 9/2009 – 02/2010

Protection Strategies Inc.

Arlington, Virginia

Scoped, reviewed and adjudicated closed NACI, MBI, LBI and BI background investigation cases to make a recommendation on suitability for employment. I review investigative materials, documents and forms to include SF85, SF85P, OF-306, OF-612 and resumes for completeness and to ensure that all coverage requirements are met for the type of investigation. I would identify and analyze each case for derogatory and mitigating information for suitability. Request support documentation from applicant related to financial, criminal or other matters when required. It is my responsibility to determine an individual suitability for employment and prepare detailed adjudicative analytical summaries recommending further course of action for processing. I make requests and follow-up on all cases that need additional information and clarification.

Deputy Program Manager/Senior Adjudicator 11/2008 - 7/2009

U.S. Investigation Services

Falls Church, Virginia

Nov 2008 - Dec 2008/Mar 2009 - July 2009: Ensure all paperwork required to initial investigations in e-QIP for contractors and employees are accurate. Initial background investigations and maintain cognizance on its activity. Conduct verification checks in PIPs for previous investigations and any other pertinent information. Assist in reviewing and adjudicating NACI, LBI, MBI and BI background investigations on all current and new hire employees for suitability determination. Requested and follow-up on all cases that need additional information and clarity.

Dec 2008 - Feb 2009: Supervised and managed 27 contracted employees to accomplish goals and objectives in a timely, efficient and effective manner to decrease the existing Army Central Clearance Facility backlog. Under my leadership, the night shift had an extremely high production rate with assisting in decreasing the Army Central Clearance Facility backlog of some SSBIs cases but mostly derogatory NACLC/ANACI cases from SF86 form. On a nightly basis, I adjudicated 14 cases and maintained cognizance of quality and production of all employees and provided guidance and assistance with cases when needed. I had applied my working knowledge of Executive Orders 10450 and 12968 when adjudicating each case and making a recommendation whether to grant, suspend, revoke or deny a security clearance. After review of each case, I prepared detailed summaries pinpointing any issues and annotated my recommendation in J-PAS. Prepared SORs on cases that had derogatory issues that needed resolution or additional information. Reviewed and approved timesheets ensuring accuracy and timely submission. Tracked individual production performance and compared it to established goal and objectives. Developed and implemented a plan to increase productivity to ensure the goals for the client were met.

Adjudicator 6/2008 - 10/2008

U.S Investigation Services/Protection Strategies Inc.

Falls Church/Arlington, Virginia

U.S. Investigation Services June 2008 - Sept. 2008/Protection Strategies Inc. Sept. 2008 - Nov. 2008: Responsible for employment suitability determinations by analyzing issues developed during the preliminary process and applying TSA 28 disqualifying offenses and suitability guidelines when preparing letters of interrogatories to address any issues that needed resolution. Reviewed and analyzed results of preliminary background checks (NCIC, credit, fingerprint, etc.) and completed background investigations for adequacy and completeness for all information provided. Adjudicated closed NACI/ANACI background investigations and make a recommendation for suitability determination. Sent out Letter of Interrogatory (LOI) when information needed to be clarified or when additional information was required before a recommendation could be made. I determined the need to digress from normal security methods, such as issuing waivers to security and investigative standards when required. Prepared comprehensive notes for delineating and outlining issues and concerns found in applicant information.

Personnel Security Specialist 10/2007 - 4/2008

Barling Bay, LLC.

Charleston, South Carolina

Single-handedly coordinated electronic submission of SF85P-S and related forms to OPM through e-QIP to initial investigation for linguist contractors working for DEA. Reviewed and analyzed results of preliminary background checks (NCIC, credit, fingerprint, etc.) and completed background investigations for adequacy and completeness. Reviewed and adjudicated official personnel security investigation files reports of investigation (ROI) and related documentation for any adverse issues. On a daily basis, I processed waivers of pre-appointment investigation and adjudicated background investigations and periodic re-investigations.

Prepared written evaluations of the results of background investigations and sent out Letters of Interrogatory (LOI) when derogatory information had been developed and required resolution. Adjudicated NACI cases and made recommendations to determine applicant suitability for employment. I would request additional information when discrepancies were discovered. Prepared appropriate correspondence on deficient investigations (incomplete coverage, incomplete documentation, omitted information, etc).

Conducted routine and/or confrontational subject interviews, when appropriate, to resolve issues developed during the investigation. After completion, I would forward my cases for signature.

Security Specialist 1/2007 - 10/2007

U.S. Investigation Services

Falls Church, Virginia

I conducted preliminary checks (criminal and credit) on contractors for entrance or retention of employment. Monitored, tracked, reviewed and analyzed results of completed background investigations (BIs) of personnel and contract employees conducted by the OPM, FBI and other federal investigative agencies and provide a recommendation for the approval, disapproval or referral for further investigation. Evaluated favorable and derogatory information, prepare a written report of findings and recommend the appropriate suitability determination. Maintained and compiled BIs on a daily to respond to various audits and reports. Created and updated spreadsheets to track deadlines and provided aggressive follow up on a large number of projects in regards to each company contractors. I participated in testing of new computer software and testing of developmental investigative tracking systems.

Case Reviewer 11/2006 – 01/2007

OmniSec International Investigations, Inc.

Chantilly, VA

I had instructed Contract Investigators (CI's) on investigative and formatting requirements. Responsible for analyzing and evaluating Report of Investigations (ROl) from field elements to determine the accuracy, adequacy, and completeness of investigative requirements initially scoped to field elements for possible case closure. Responsible for contacting field investigators concerning incomplete cases or cases which require additional information. Tracked submission of investigative leads and guided the prioritization on cases where noteworthy or derogatory information is developed. Reviewed and revised the investigative report and finalizes the completed investigative package for delivery to the customer for adjudication. Reviewed investigative inputs for investigative sufficiency and to determine case completion. Monitored pending cases to ensure that compliance with delivery dates were met. I would assign supplemental and follow-up leads when required.

Case Reviewer 08/2006 – 09/2006

Kelly Fedsecure

Lanham, Maryland

Analyzed and evaluated Report of Investigations (ROl) from field investigators to determine the accuracy, adequacy, and completeness of investigative requirements for possible case closure. I would contact field investigators via phone or email concerning incomplete cases or cases which required additional information. I had carefully monitored pending cases to ensure compliance with delivery due dates and track submission of investigative leads. Scheduled additional leads as discovered in investigation to address any discrepancies or derogatory issues. Created spreadsheet to follow-up on cases and took necessary actions to close cases. Reviewed all incoming leads for assigned cases and updated database to include the additional information.

Personnel Security Assistant/Hearing Office Administrator 11/2002 – 03/2006

JHT, Incorporated

Orlando, Florida

06/2003 – 03/2006: Reviewed incoming cases for conformity with applicable rules and prepared them for assignment (due process). Processed Industrial Security Clearance Review (ISCR) decisions rendered by an Administrative Judge and posted decisions on the Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals (DOHA) website. Single-handedly processed personal appearance cases and forwarded all recommended personal appearance cases to the appropriate Personnel Security Appeals Board (PSAB) for final decision. I had maintained data reporting systems for all cases to include the computerized docket for the DOHA Trial Judiciary. Maintained calendar of hearings, arranges the use of courtrooms, and schedules contracted court reporters for hearings nationwide for Administrative Judges conducting due process in regards to granting or denying security clearances. Set up VTC hearings for judges where Subject was at a remote location. Received and distributed petitions, pleadings, motions, orders, transcripts, and correspondence to appropriate judges after conclusions of due process proceedings. I was the primary interface between government counsel, applicants, attorneys, security staff, and court reporters for court administration and hearing schedules. I would prepare correspondence independently, or after consultation with the Chief Administrative Judge, in response to non-legal inquiries and requests. I had trained new legal assistants and administrative staff regarding procedures in handling cases for scheduling and processing.

11/2002 – 05/2003: Upon receipt of reports of adjudication, recorded cases in computer database and assigned cases to adjudicators. Read and analyzed reports of adjudication for SSBI cases to determine whether scope of investigation met required investigative standards, prepared memoranda of findings and made appropriate entries in database. Read and analyzed reports of adjudication to determine appropriate course for further processing; processed case file for return to the Defense Security Service (DSS) and forwarded in the next step in the Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals (DOHA) review process. On a daily basis, responded verbally and/or in writing, as appropriate, to correspondence and telephone inquiries concerning procedural status of cases in accordance with security and privacy requirements.

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