BRENNON T. PIERCE

**** ***** ******** **. *****, NC 28339

Mobile: 240-***-****

Email: ad0eon@r.postjobfree.com

PROFILE

Motivated, solution-focused professional with extensive leadership experience in 15 years of service with the United States Air Force (USAF) and five years of Federal Government Experience. Calm demeanor in the face of difficulties; ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while working under pressure in fast-paced environments. Highly versatile; quickly masters new roles, responsibilities, technologies, and environments. Reputation for integrity, dedication, and high work ethic.

Clearance: Top Secret/SCI (Active)

CORE COMPETENCIES

Strategic Planning; Cross-Functional Team Leadership; Decision-Making; Information Gathering; Project Management; Briefings; Presentations; Collaborative Teamwork; Oral & Written Communications; Time Management; Training & Instruction.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Provide security services within the Department of Treasury Departmental Offices (DO),

conducts official surveys and inquiries; prepares reports of security incidents, violations and

infractions; documents findings and makes recommendations for corrective actions to improve

and enhance current procedures. Implements Treasury physical security policies within the

Departmental Offices for safeguarding and destruction of classified and controlled unclassified

information (CUI); monitors current and plans future measures to maintain the security integrity

of the Main Treasury, The Annex Building, and all leased DO facilities. Prepares, establishes,

and implements DO physical security plans, policies and procedures for the

Main Treasury, Annex and DO leased buildings to protect DO personnel, property, equipment,

and information. Conducts security surveys, inspections, and compliance reviews in accordance

with applicable laws, regulations, Presidential Directives, Executive Orders, interagency

directives, and Treasury and bureau policies. Assures implementation of corrective actions

resulting from report findings and recommendations. Conducts preliminary inquiries of actual or

suspected compromise of classified and controlled unclassified information and makes

recommendation to the supervisor or Director for referral to the Office of Inspector General and

or Office of Inspector General for Tax Administration as required. Identify specific physical

security awareness needs or deficiencies and proposes sound solutions to safeguard Treasury and

bureau personnel, facilities, and property. Provides program management oversight for the

HSPD-12 initiative at DO. Ensure that program goals are achieved and timeframes for delivery

are met while streamlining security processes; lead projects, manage timelines, develops

program documentation, educating employees and contractors and ensure compliance with the

Directive. Administers assignments of HSPD-12 role for verification of identity and issuance of

PIV credentials to the facility and information systems for employees and contractors, regardless

of their assigned work location. Maintains current knowledge of security responsibilities in the

areas of national security, infrastructure protection, interagency security, and industrial security

in order to assess their impacts on Treasury physical security programs and operations. Serves as

the Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR)

Provide security services within the Department of Treasury Departmental Offices (DO),

conducts official surveys and inquiries; prepares reports of security incidents, violations and

infractions; documents findings and makes recommendations for corrective actions to improve

and enhance current procedures. Implements Treasury physical security policies within the

Departmental Offices for safeguarding and destruction of classified and controlled unclassified

information (CUI); monitors current and plans future measures to maintain the security integrity

of the Main Treasury, The Annex Building, and all leased DO facilities. Prepares, establishes,

and implements DO physical security plans, policies and procedures for the

Main Treasury, Annex and DO leased buildings to protect DO personnel, property, equipment,

and information. Conducts security surveys, inspections, and compliance reviews in accordance

with applicable laws, regulations, Presidential Directives, Executive Orders, interagency

directives, and Treasury and bureau policies. Assures implementation of corrective actions

resulting from report findings and recommendations. Conducts preliminary inquiries of actual or

suspected compromise of classified and controlled unclassified information and makes

recommendation to the supervisor or Director for referral to the Office of Inspector General and

or Office of Inspector General for Tax Administration as required. Identify specific physical

security awareness needs or deficiencies and proposes sound solutions to safeguard Treasury and

bureau personnel, facilities, and property. Provides program management oversight for the

HSPD-12 initiative at DO. Ensure that program goals are achieved and timeframes for delivery

are met while streamlining security processes; lead projects, manage timelines, develops

program documentation, educating employees and contractors and ensure compliance with the

Directive. Administers assignments of HSPD-12 role for verification of identity and issuance of

PIV credentials to the facility and information systems for employees and contractors, regardless

of their assigned work location. Maintains current knowledge of security responsibilities in the

areas of national security, infrastructure protection, interagency security, and industrial security

in order to assess their impacts on Treasury physical security programs and operations. Serves as

the Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR)

Provide security services within the Department of Treasury Departmental Offices (DO),

conducts official surveys and inquiries; prepares reports of security incidents, violations and

infractions; documents findings and makes recommendations for corrective actions to improve

and enhance current procedures. Implements Treasury physical security policies within the

Departmental Offices for safeguarding and destruction of classified and controlled unclassified

information (CUI); monitors current and plans future measures to maintain the security integrity

of the Main Treasury, The Annex Building, and all leased DO facilities. Prepares, establishes,

and implements DO physical security plans, policies and procedures for the

Main Treasury, Annex and DO leased buildings to protect DO personnel, property, equipment,

and information. Conducts security surveys, inspections, and compliance reviews in accordance

with applicable laws, regulations, Presidential Directives, Executive Orders, interagency

directives, and Treasury and bureau policies. Assures implementation of corrective actions

resulting from report findings and recommendations. Conducts preliminary inquiries of actual or

suspected compromise of classified and controlled unclassified information and makes

recommendation to the supervisor or Director for referral to the Office of Inspector General and

or Office of Inspector General for Tax Administration as required. Identify specific physical

security awareness needs or deficiencies and proposes sound solutions to safeguard Treasury and

bureau personnel, facilities, and property. Provides program management oversight for the

HSPD-12 initiative at DO. Ensure that program goals are achieved and timeframes for delivery

are met while streamlining security processes; lead projects, manage timelines, develops

program documentation, educating employees and contractors and ensure compliance with the

Directive. Administers assignments of HSPD-12 role for verification of identity and issuance of

PIV credentials to the facility and information systems for employees and contractors, regardless

of their assigned work location. Maintains current knowledge of security responsibilities in the

areas of national security, infrastructure protection, interagency security, and industrial security

in order to assess their impacts on Treasury physical security programs and operations. Serves as

the Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR)

Office of Security Programs (OSP) 07/2021-03/2022

Department of Treasury

Washington, DC

Team Lead, Senior Physical Security Specialist

Hours Per Pay Period: 80

Provides security services within the Department of Treasury Departmental Offices (DO), conducts official surveys and inquiries; prepares reports of security incidents, violations and infractions; documents findings and makes recommendations for corrective actions to improve and enhance current procedures. Implements Treasury physical security policies within the Departmental Offices for safeguarding and destruction of classified and controlled unclassified information (CUI); monitors current and plans future measures to maintain the security integrity of the Main Treasury, the Annex Building, and all leased DO facilities. Prepares, establishes, and implements DO physical security plans, policies and procedures for the Main Treasury, Annex and DO leased buildings to protect DO personnel, property, equipment, and information. Conducts security surveys, inspections, and compliance reviews in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, Presidential Directives, Executive Orders, interagency directives, and Treasury and bureau policies. Assures implementation of corrective actions resulting from report findings and recommendations. Conducts preliminary inquiries of actual or suspected compromise of classified and controlled unclassified information and makes recommendation to the supervisor or Director for referral to the Office of Inspector General and/or Office of Inspector General for Tax Administration as required. Identifies specific physical security awareness needs or deficiencies and proposes sound solutions to safeguard Treasury and bureau personnel, facilities, and property. Provides program management oversight for the HSPD-12 initiative at DO. Ensures that program goals are achieved and timeframes for delivery are met while streamlining security processes; lead projects, manage timelines, develops program documentation, educating employees and contractors and ensure compliance with the Directive. Administers assignments of HSPD-12 role for verification of identity and issuance of PIV credentials to the facility and information systems for employees and contractors, regardless of their assigned work location. Maintains current knowledge of security responsibilities in the areas of national security, infrastructure protection, interagency security, and industrial security in order to assess their impacts on Treasury physical security programs and operations. Serves as the Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR).

Executive Protection Unit (EPU) 10/2019-07/2021

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Washington, DC

Special Agent

Hours Per Pay Period: 90

Performed duties concerned with the protection of the Secretary of Commerce and other designated officials against threats to personal safety. Served as a coordinator in the development of advance security planning implementation and execution of the Secretary’s local, domestic and international travel. Primary contact for all investigations, intelligence, and information gathering activities regarding the Secretary, Under Secretary, and other high-ranking Department of Commerce officials. Spearheaded special projects and assignments related not only to security matters but to administrative requirements, such as, special missions or investigations, Congressional inquiries or senior level correspondence, or special interagency security program activities. Conducted sensitive and complex investigations of Departmental Administrative actions as well as other matters relating to the enforcement of federal criminal laws. Assisted immediate supervisors and other senior security specialists on a variety of matters critical to the Executive Protection Program, including conducting investigations of administrative and criminal matters; performing protective intelligence threat assessment investigations; and providing protection to designated Department officials. Lead and conducted extensive, detailed surveys of Departmental programs, facilities, and operation and recommends security safeguards for protecting information, personnel, and property. Researched various information sources to develop proposals and revisions of security policies, procedures, and standards. Evaluated the implementation of Departmental regulations within Departmental operating units and field offices by conducting review, audits and inspections of security programs, facilities, and operations. Conducted Physical Security Assessments on private residences for the Secretary of Commerce and other key members of the Department.

Federal Protective Service (FPS) 05/2017-10/2019

Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

Washington, DC

Inspector

Hours Per Pay Period: 80

Performed law enforcement duties as an official under Title 40 US Code, Section 1315. Assessed the security posture of federal facilities and provide targeted recommendations in order to mitigate risks and enhance operational security. Developed and implemented protective countermeasures, based upon the latest risk management tools and technology. Monitored systems at federal facilities for proper performance and possible security breaches. Provided uniformed police response, preliminary and follow-up investigative operations. Prepared and served arrest/search warrants for individuals suspected of committing crimes on federal property. Prepared and presented various training seminars for federal employees and contractors to include: Active shooter, crime prevention, emergency response, and operational security awareness training. Planned, organized, and conducted independently or as a team member, highly complex, sensitive and difficult criminal investigations. Shared intelligence with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to support robust situational awareness of a facility’s security posture. Served on Facility Security Committees as senior Federal Protective Service (FPS) representative, providing guidance on physical security, investigations, and law enforcement. Assisted Explosive Detection Canine Teams (EDCT) with explosive detection training scenarios in order to prepared teams for certification and operational duties.

SecTek Protective Services 10/2015-04/2017

Alexandria, Virginia

United States Patent and Trademark Office

Armed Security Officer

Hours Per Pay Period: 90

Conducted Anti-Terrorism Force Protection Protective Services operations at the United States Patent and Trademark Offices to ensure the protection of life, property, and the civil rights of federal and contractor personnel. Patrolled federal complexes to prevent crime, protect life, and property while enforcing Federal, State, Local regulations and laws. Conducted Special Events and Dignitary Protection Operations to include but limited to providing Protective Detail Support Operations for: U.S. Secretary of Commerce, members of U.S. Congress, Federal Judges, Senior Executive Level Government Officials, Foreign Government Officials, Dignitaries and Diplomats, City Mayors, State Governors, and Chief Executive Officers of U.S. and Foreign Corporations.

Full Time Student 6/2014-10/2015

Ashford University

Received Bachelor’s Degree in Homeland Security and Emergency Management, including courses in counter-terrorism, emergency planning for natural and manmade disasters, response to terrorism, and research and analysis. Currently pursuing Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice (Homeland Security specific), also through Ashford University, with an expected completion date of May 2017.

822nd Base Defense Squadron 06/2012-06/2014

Moody AFB, Georgia

United States Air Force

Squad Leader / Assistant Parachute Program Manager

Hours Per Pay Period: 90

Tactically led 17 ground combat specialists in rapidly deployable, globally mobile, 48-person combat flight. Supervised squad training by certifying proficiency on warfighting skills, tasks, technology, and equipment. Accounted for over $300K in operational equipment, to include sensors, weapons, and secure communications equipment. Instructed and led all aspects of training and employment, as well as, planning and led high threat tactical mission’s combat locations. Maintained parachutist’s records for 25 personnel, participated in Joint Service Forced Entry Exercises demonstrating wartime airborne operations and capabilities.

820th Combat Operations Squadron 11/2010-06/2012

Moody AFB, Georgia

United States Air Force

Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge of Training

Hours Per Pay Period: 90

Coordinated a wide spectrum of training for 688-person units supporting Air Expeditionary Flight and Air Expeditionary Wing contingency missions. Ensured members met Department of Defense, combatant commanders, and unit commander’s specific readiness criteria in order to deploy to combat locations. Supervised section responsible for formal schools, squadron training, scheduling and physical fitness programs. Managed all formal school quotas and $1.2 million school budget for four squadrons and group staff consisting of 12 Air Force Specialty Codes.

732ND Expeditionary Security Forces 11/2009- 011/2010

Camp Striker, Baghdad, Iraq

United States Air Force

Police Transition Team Manager / Exploitation Task Force Leader

Hours Per Pay Period: 100

Tracked “Transition to Primacy” for 20 Iraqi Police Stations encompassing the greater Baghdad Police area. Managed objective and subjective Police Station Monthly Reports (PSMR) and channeled status/updates to Brigade (Corporate) level. Mentored Iraqi Police station commanders, established training plans and determined readiness for local police stations. Managed linguist program by supervising 21 interpreters, which supported eights squads whom executed over 400 combat patrols.

421st Combat Training Squadron 11/2006- 11/2009

Fort Dix, New Jersey

United States Air Force

Instructor, Contingency Skills / Military Working Dog Kennel Master / Trainer

Hours Per Pay Period: 90

Selectively manned Air Mobility Command position. Trained Active Duty, Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve contingency support forces in Air Mobility Command and other major commands. Instructed ground combat skills to personnel attending Advanced Contingency Skills training in support of wartime contingencies, force protection plans and just-in-time training. Prepared lessons plans, texts, workbooks, test material, and graphic instruction training aids. Provided instruction, assessed and evaluated functional Unit Type Codes (specialty teams) presenting feedback to participants during PHEONIX WARRIOR and premier Air Force Expeditionary Combat Support exercise EAGE FLAG. Instructed close quarters battle, urban tactics and mounted patrolling operations in support of Operations Iraqi and Enduring Freedom. Subject matter expert in the training of more than 200 Security Forces Military Working Dog teams on essential tasks utilized by Explosive and Drug Detecting Dog Teams in deployed locations. Conducted curriculum research and developed training scenarios to mirror Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for specific deployed locations. Attached to the United States Army as a Military Working Dog Handler/Kennel Master; conducted over 114 combat support operations in the manner of flash Temporary Check Points, cordon and search, cache searches, and Air Assaults, leading to the detection of numerous AK-47s, munitions, and explosives.

11th Security Forces Squadron 10/2002-11/2006

Bolling AFB, District of Columbia

United States Air Force

Military Working Dog Handler / Trainer

Hours per Pay Period: 90

Provided law enforcement and Military Working Dog support to the 11th Wing community. Enforced law and order for over 15,000 members and their families, including 39 general/flag officers. Duties included driving while intoxicated (DWI) investigations, motor vehicle traffic supervision, crimes scene investigations, major/minor accident investigations, resource protection, facility protection, housing patrols, funds and weapons escorts. Performed searches as an explosive detector dog handler, ensuring security for the 11th Wing, Naval District of Washington, United States State Department, United States Secret Service and local law enforcement agencies. Performed walking patrols in housing areas and explosive interdiction checks on vehicles entering and exiting the installation. Responsible for the health, welfare, and proficiency training of assigned Military Working Dogs. Responsible for scheduling, planning, and tailoring specific proficiency training for each Military Working Dog assigned to ensure peak performance. Troubleshot all behavioral problems and instituted corrective actions using the principles of conditioning. Ensured accurate documentation of all Military Working Dog proficiency training was recorded and maintained as legal documentation attesting to the team’s reliability. Performed duties as the Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge in absence of Kennel Master. Alternate narcotics custodian for over $100,000 worth of controlled substance. Evaluated threats to resources and assisted in preparing operating procedures and instructions integrating Military Working Dogs to the best security advantage. Supported United States Secret Service Presidential explosive detector dog taskings and assisted in the training of Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) narcotic detector dogs for certification.

89th Security Forces Squadron 10/2001- 10/2002

Andrews AFB, Maryland

United States Air Force

Installation Entry Controller / Fire Team Member

Hours Per Pay Period: 90

Selectively manned duty assignment in direct support of the President, Vice President, and various foreign and domestic distinguished visitors. Exemplified the highest military professional bearing and distinctive image as ambassadors of goodwill. Maintained entry control procedures for more than 26,000 military and civilian personnel who reside and are employed on the installation. Provided first line security for the wing’s Special Air Missions and maintained law and order by enforcing standards of conduct and adhering to military regulations. Apprehended violators of military, local, state, and federal law and accepted custody of military personnel apprehended by civilian police or other law enforcement agencies. Detained civilian violators pending release to civilian authorities. Performed top notch security for the President, Vice President and other diplomatic and distinguished visitors who transit through Andrews Air Force Base.

423rd Air Base Squadron 06/1999- 10/2001

Royal Air Force Base Molesworth, United Kingdom

United States Air Force

Controller

Hours Per Pay Period: 90

Exercised command and control of seven on-duty security force members covering the 1,214-acre tri-base community, geographically separated by over 50 miles. Ensured the protection of 11 multi-service, multinational tenant units, including United States European Command’s Joint Analysis Center, with over $800 million in mission essential resources and over 4,500 active duty military, civilian personnel and family members. Monitored alarms, received complaints, dispatched patrols to incidents, and initiated emergency management procedures/responses for priority resources. Accounted for classified materials, implemented emergency actions, and briefed command personnel on high interest issues. Acted as the base’s command post, collected and disseminated information through various command levels. Focal point for liaison with host-nation police on incidents involving local nationals.

EDUCATION

Ashford University – M.A., Major: Criminal Justice: Homeland Security, Apr 2017, 4.0 gpa

Ashford University – B.S. Major: Homeland Security & Emergency Management, Nov 2015, 3.86 gpa

Air University – USAF Senior Non- Commissioned Officer Joint Professional Military Education, Sep 2013

Air University – USAF Non- Commissioned Officer Professional Military Education, Apr 2011

Air University – USAF Airman Leadership School, Jul 2003

MILITARY / GOVERNMENT TRAINING

Protective Service Operations Training Program (PSOTP) Mar 2020

Care Under Fire Training Program Feb 2019

Field Training Evaluation Program (FTEP) Feb 2018

DC Code I & II Training Programs (MPD) Mar 2018

Manual Breaching Course (PFPA) Apr 2018

Uniformed Police Training Program (UPTP) Aug 2017

Physical Security Training Program (PSTP) Nov 2017

Advanced Individual Training Program (AITP) Nov 2017

Field Training and Evaluation Program (FTEP) Feb 2018

Military Working Dog Handlers Course Feb 2003

Military Working Dog Trainers / Kennel Master Course Sep 2005

Explosives Handling and Transportation Course Mar 2003

Advanced Designated Marksman Course (ADM) Oct 2012

Inter-Service Nonlethal Individual Weapons Instructor Course (INIWIC) May 2012

United States Air Force Instructors Course (AIC) Dec 2007

Special Reaction Team (SRT) Aug 2012

SV-88, Evasion and Conduct after Capture Course (ECAC) Jan 2011

AWARDS / RECOGNITION

Air Force Commendation Medal (2)

Army Commendation Medal (2)

Air Force Achievement Medal (4)

Air Force Combat Action Medal

Army Combat Action Badge

Air Force Meritorious Unit Award (3)

Air Force Outstanding Unit Award (3)

Air Force Organizational Excellence Award (5)

Air Force Good Conduct Medal (5)

National Defense Service Medal

Iraq Campaign Medal (3)

Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal

Global War on Terrorism Service Medal

Commandant Naval District Washington Letter of Commendation

PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES

Samuel Johnson Jana McClintock

Chief Master Sergeant, Retired Senior Advisor to the DAS, OIA

United States Air Force U.S. Department of Treasury

Tel: 229-***-**** Tel: 202-***-****

202-***-****

Ollice Price Dontrice Parry

Special Agent-In-Charge Deputy Director

U.S. Department of Commerce Federal Protective Service

Tel: 301-***-**** Dept of Homeland Security

202-***-**** Tel: 202-***-****

James Pearson

Special Agent

U.S. Department of Commerce

Tel: 202-***-****

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