Charles Helton
Email: *********@********.***
Address: **** ***** **** ******
City: Vienna
State: VA
Zip: 22182
Country: USA
Phone: 912-***-****
Skill Level: Management
Salary Range: $85,000
Willing to Relocate
Primary Skills/Experience:
See Resume
Educational Background:
See Resume
Job History / Details:
CHARLES HELTON
********@*****.***
FACILITY SECURITY OFFICER
Top Secret (SCI) Security Clearance
Solutions-focused, diligent self-starter seeking to contribute facility security skills and government contracting background toward supporting a progressive organization in optimizing performance. Calm demeanor in the face of difficulties; proven success in ensuring safety and security while working under pressure in fast-paced environments. Highly versatile; adept at quickly mastering new roles and responsibilities. Reputation for integrity, perseverance, and work ethic.
CORE COMPETENCIES
* Facility Security & Safety * Decision-Making * Military Experience
* Outside-of-the-Box Problem Solving * Investigations & Analysis * Relationship Building
* Risk Analysis & Regulatory Compliance * Best Practices & Procedures * Collaborative Teamwork
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
IAPWS (2010-Present)
Facility Security Officer/Contract Security Officer - McLean, VA
Strategically prioritize, plan, coordinate, and drive security initiatives to ensure safety while maintaining high quality standards in support of the Industrial Security functions. Apply organization and communication skills toward actively collaborating with the DSS Inspector to facilitate inspections and audits, including self-inspections. Demonstrate a strong talent and skills in JPAS in order to effectively prepare and update personnel security files and employee data, ensuring accuracy and timely completion. Process all Personnel Security Investigations via the e-QIP system.
* Ensure safeguarding of company proprietary and classified information/material by successfully developing and integrating key security requirements.
* Oversee the performance of COMSEC holdings and activities, including updating the security awareness program for initial security briefings, debriefings, indoctrinations, and continuing security education.
* Prepare and present requests to convert security clearances from multiple agencies, further illustrating solid communication skills.
* Closely monitor incident response planning and investigation of security breaches.
* Stay abreast of changes and updates to rules and regulations by proactively attending security education seminars and DSS conferences.
* Maintain SCIF access and control of classified documents.
3rd Infantry Division (2008-2010)
Industrial Security Manager - Fort Stewart, Georgia
Earned a stellar reputation as the Program Manager for the Division Industrial Security program, and served as the key Principal action officer for administration of the Defense Industrial Security Program (DISP). Tracked and updated Visitor Group Security Agreements (VGSA), authorized adjudication of SCI access and clearance conversions for the contractor support program, and supported contractors in implementing security programs, further exhibiting multitasking and prioritization abilities. Performed detailed and comprehensive surveys and reviews for the granting of facility clearances with periodic on-site security inspections and risk analysis.
* Optimized critical security by carefully evaluating Performance Work Statements and contract proposals for classified contracts.
* Continually assisted a diverse range of contractors in establishing a comprehensive security program that minimizes interruption to operations and workflow.
* Teamed with Information Assurance Manager (IAM) to ensure contractors met requirements of chapter 8 of NISPOM.
* Counseled departments on classification, downgrading, declassification, and safeguarding of mission critical information, as well as Division Staff on determining the Original Classification Authority (OCA) of information for disclosure.
* Exhibited surveillance and observation skills in performing in-depth investigations on matters involving Single Scope Background Investigations (SSBI) and National Agency Checks with Local and Credit Checks NACLC to determine sufficiency of information to make a loyalty or suitability judgment.
General Dynamics (2006-2008)
Executive Assistant - Fort Stewart, Georgia
Demonstrated strong communication skills in serving as the Instructional Developer for the Fort Stewart Battle Command Training Center (BCTC). Supported staff in managing and updating calendars and training plans and authoring instructional approaches and interactive courseware in accordance with training requirements.
* Enhanced operational efficiency and organization by developing and integrating multiple different types of templates and matrices.
* Actively supported senior management in critical decision-making and planning initiatives by efficiently compiling and producing reports detailing results of training needs assessments.
* Supported SMEs with a broad range of matters, including analyzing Training Needs Assessments, determining appropriate instructional interventions, and creating realistic scenarios and case studies.
Anteon Corporation ISG (2003-2006)
Site Manager - Fort Stewart, Georgia
Prioritized, planned, and coordinated multiple simultaneous projects to maximize efficiency and achieve critical timelines as the Site Manager responsible for creating and maintaining course curriculum for instructing soldiers deploying in support of Army missions. Collaborated with FORSCOM, USAEUR, and TRADOCC to ensure courses complied with established standards.
* Trained, mentored, supervised, and certified Cadre and managed up to 25 instructors, playing a key role in their development and performance.
* Diligently reviewed schedules and coordinated resources for units training at the Fort Stewart TSIRT Site.
* Directly handled additional responsibilities as an assistant Information Management Officer (IMO).
Career Note: Additional experience serving the country in the US Army.
EDUCATION / PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
Associate of Science, Computer Information Management - Ashworth College, Atlanta, GA, 2007
Force Protection Officer Course, 2002
Level II Anti-Terrorism Instructor Course, 2002
Information Management Officer Course, 2002
Certificate from all required DSS Courses for FSO as required by the NISPOM
CLEARANCE / CERTIFICATIONS / TECHNICAL SKILLS
TOP SECRET/SCI with Full Scope Lifestyle Poly
GSA Certified Safe and Vault Technician/Inspector
JPAS Certificate from DSS Academy
KABA-Mas Factory Certified Warranty Technician
Windows and Microsoft Office; PeopleSoft