PATTY T. LOCKETT
Marietta, GA 30062
858-***-**** (Cell) ***********@*****.***
Energetic, motivated, proficient, professional interested at working in the
Communication Security/Technology industry.
QUALIFICATIONS
* Over 10 years of experience in Communication Security.
* Comprehensive knowledge of the proper handling, distribution,
storage, packaging, shipment, accounting and destruction of COMSEC
material.
* Expertly provides guidance and continuity of COMSEC information.
* Ensures proper training of personnel responsible for COMSEC and
sensitive materials.
* Effectively manages multi-million dollar accounts of COMSEC and
Cryptographic materials.
* Transportation of unclassified/classified equipment and materials.
* Currently holds an active Top Secret (SCI) clearance.
INFORMATION SYSTEMS EXPERTISE
Defense Messaging System (DMS) Message Distribution System (MDS)
Secure Internet Protocol Network Distributed INFOSEC Accounting
(SIPRNET) System (DIAS)
Non-secure Internet Protocol Network Unix
(NIPRNET) Microsoft (Word, Excel,
PowerPoint)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
VIASAT, INC.
2007- 2011
Communication Security (COMSEC) - Security Representative, Specialist
. Responsible for receipt, custody, issue, safeguarding, accounting, and
destruction of over
5,000 items of COMSEC material received or produced by the facility.
. Protect COMSEC material charged to the account, and limit access to
those with
a valid need-to-know.
. Keep informed of any proposals, modifications, or new contracts to be
serviced by COMSEC.
. Ensure compliance of DD 254 Form and its specifications by contractors.
. Maintain COMSEC accounting records as required by NSA 3-16 manual.
. Conduct inventories as directed by the NSA COR.
. Ensure the integrity of COMSEC by inspecting for evidence of tampering.
. Report immediately to the chief of the organization and/or the FSO any
known or suspected COMSEC incidents. Prepare the reports in accordance
with the procedures located in the NSA 3-16.
. Verify the identification, clearance, and need-to-know of any individual
requesting access to the records and /or material associated with the
COMSEC account.
. Support all aspects of COMSEC Program to include: storage, Electronic
Key Management (EKMS) activities, Local Management Device/Key Processor
(LMD/KP). Interface closely with government agencies, program
management, contracts, and marketing personnel to ensure compliance with
COMSEC regulations during product
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. development, design, sales, and certification process. Provide
administrative support for National Security Agency (NSA) certification
and endorsement of cryptographic items.
. Maintain up-to-date records and submit as appropriate, all required
accounting reports. This includes, but is not limited to, transaction
records, reconciliations, In-Process Accounting Procedures for all
programs, Master Disposition Records (MDR), and Standard Operating
Procedures (SOP).
. Responsible for receiving, unloading, and processing, all incoming /
outgoing COMSEC shipments utilizing UPS, FEDEX, DHL, DCS, FREIGHT
FORWARDER, commercial carriers, and other modes of transportation.
Confirm Bill of Lading, SF 153, and other shipping documentation matches
the incoming equipment.
. Review Record Control Number (RCN) prepared prior to departing or
delivery of its destination.
. Utilize Transportation Control Number (TCN), and National Stock Number
(NSN), in addition to other documentation to track shipments forwarded
in or out of conus.
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS (USMC) 2001 - 2006
Manager-Gunnery Sergeant (GySGT), Electronic Key Management Systems (EKMS),
(COMSEC Custodian) MCAS Miramar [2001 - 2006]
. Managed $4+ million of sensitive COMSEC and Cryptographic material-
handle, distribute, inventory and destroy superseded COMSEC material.
. Over 7 years experience managing the Electronic Key Management System's
(EKMS), Local Management Device, Key Processor (LMD/KP)
. Directed 18 plus local COMSEC elements in the proper destruction,
handling, storage, and protection of COMSEC material.
. Administered a Secure Telephone unit, 3rd generation (STUIII) account for
30+ users.
. Managed and maintained the COMSEC inventory for Marine Aircraft Group 16,
MCAS Miramar.
. Performed periodic quality control reviews and monthly destruction for
superseded COMSEC materials.
. Maintained Cryptographic equipment such as TACLANES, AN/CYZ-10 (V3) DTD,
FASTLANES, KOI-18, and KYK-13.
. Maintained a STE and Secure Cell phone account working with the Iridium
secure phones.
. Provided 7x24 supports to Marine Aircraft Group 16 (MAG-16), MCAS Miramar
for uploading of keying material.
. Developed and implemented an Emergency Action Plan, and provided high-
level technical briefings on issues affecting EKMS/COMSEC account.
. Functioned as the primary point of contact for MAG-16 EKMS regarding the
loading of software, troubleshooting cryptographic circuits, and
operational matters concerning EKMS.
. Interfaced with the National Security Agency (NSA), EKMS Help Desk,
Central Facility, and secure communications personnel concerning COMSEC
matters in accordance with National Industrial
. Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOSM) and NSA /CSS 3-16 and other
related COMSEC manuals.
. Informed, and advised the Commanding Officer of all software, hardware,
and policy changes.
. Informed appropriate personnel on accurate and up-to-date evaluations of
EKMS changes and trends.
. Served as COMSEC Auditor/Inspector-conducts/assists EKMS personnel in
audits and inspections.
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. Identify COMSEC specialist developmental/training needs-advise their
command of suggestions.
. Keep accurate and up-to-date records of personnel receiving COMSEC
training.
. Provide technical guidance and assistance on overall COMSEC policy and
COMSEC communications-includes physical and electronic transmissions of
information.
. Investigate, analyze, and evaluate physical insecurities involving local
element accounts and other COMSEC accounts. Submit COMSEC incident report
to NSA, Higher Headquarters, and Controlling Authority of COMSEC keying
material within the time restraints of the EKMS 1 guidance manual.
. Represented Marine Aircraft Group 16 at Fact Finding/After Action
conferences with representatives from NSA, Director Communications
Security Material (DCMS), and other Armed forces to resolve information
security and COMSEC material inventory issues.
. Developed and revised Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), desktop
procedures and procedures for processing highly classified/sensitive
message traffic
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
(Continued)
USMC
EKMS Manager (GySGT), Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 465, Miramar, CA
[2000 - 2001]
. Managed $2+ million of sensitive COMSEC and Cryptographic material-
handle, distribute, inventory and destroy superseded COMSEC material.
. Maintained the Helicopter squadron's COMSEC inventory, which consisted of
500 plus line items.
. Trained avionics personnel to properly handle, distribute, store and
destroy COMSEC material.
. Served as Human Affairs (HA) officer for squadron.
. Acted as Staff advisor to the Commanding Officer on Fund Raising issues.
Operations Level Ordnance Line Chief, Cherry PT, NC [1996 - 2000]
. Supervised 35+ Marines in performing repairs, inspections, tests,
adjustments, and accounting for airborne equipment, missiles, and
weapons.
. Maintained quality assurance, technical aircraft support of armament
weapons systems, and performed preventive maintenance.
. Prepared technical reports and supervised corrosion control program on
aircraft weapon system.
Air Force Medical Medevac Squadron 459, Andrews AFB, Wash. DC [1993 - 1996]
. Supplied total patient care aboard C-141 aircraft.
. Set up, managed and maintained aircraft internal configurations to
support specific missions.
. Supervised 14+ military personnel as a team leader for various missions.
Inter. Level Aviation Ordnance Equipment Repair Technician, Andrews AFB, DC
[1986 - 1993]
. Performed functions in troubleshooting, including repair of electrical
armament circuits on aircraft.
. Conducted assembly and disassembly of guided missiles, aircraft machine
gun, and small arms repair.
. Overseen required inspections, tests, torque adjustments, and preventive
maintenance of aviation support equipment.
. Ensured proper ammunition handling, pyrotechnics, underwater munitions,
and special weapons.
. Maintained ordnance administrative duties and retained accountability of
various test units for specific support equipment.
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EDUCATION
Argosy University
MBA (GPA 4.0)
Chapman University, San Diego, CA
Master of Science in Human Resources (GPA 3.8)
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Carbondale, IL
Bachelor of Science in Aviation Management
Community College of Rhode Island, Warwick, RI
Associate in Business Administration
Electronic Key Management Course Training Certificate
NISPOM Chapter 8 Requirements for Industry (Introduction), (Classified IS
Environment),
(IS Threats and Vulnerabilities), (Accreditation Process), (Non-Technical
Requirements),
(Technical Protection Measures), and (IS Administrative Inquiries)
ADDITIONAL DATA
. Veteran Preference: Veterans Recruitment Appointment and/or 30% or
more compensable preference.
. Honorable Discharge.
. Military employment history in detail available upon request.
. Certificate for EXCEL 2007
. Volunteer at MUST MINISTRIES at the Elizabeth Inn Shelter