Security Associate Specialist

Klifton Lee

GREENBELT, MD *****

850-***-**** - *****.***@*****.***

Professional Summary

Reliable employee seeking Open position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment. Communicative security personnel with significant physical strength and stamina. Experience with NISPOM, DoDM 5200.01, ICD 705, JPAS, nuclear, information, personnel, industrial, and physical security protection. Familiar with various tools of trade and security equipment. Safety-conscious security personnel with excellent communication skills and eye for detail. Ten + years working with US Air Force Security Forces as Military and Civilian Security / Law Enforcement Specialist. Physically dexterous to monitor premises through advanced security cameras. Skilled at handling and resolving conflicts professionally. Defensive security personnel with in-depth knowledge of law and order. Consistently works flexible hours in extreme weather conditions. Talented at keeping information, personnel, building, and equipment secure. Talented security professional skilled at conducting building patrols, securing entrances and exits and keeping visitors under constant surveillance. Skilled in security investigations, writing reports, updating records, and handling simultaneous tasks in fast-paced settings. Veteran security associate with demonstrated expertise in building, grounds, personnel, and asset protection. Excellent observational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills combined with detail-oriented nature, unparalleled integrity, and sound judgment. Familiar with various weaponry and well-trained in successful strategies for emergency response and de-escalating conflicts. Skilled Security Specialist highly effective at screening people, containers, and materials for security concerns. Dedicated and resourceful professional with advanced observational, conflict-management and problem-solving abilities developed over several years of Security performance. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and SharePoint). 10+ years’ experience using CONCUR. COVID 19 Boosted 11/09/2022. Secret Clearance Expires 2027.

Skills

Threat Management

Background investigations

Punctuality

Safety and security

Criminal Investigations

Emergency Response

Security operations experience

Clearance management

Work History

08/2021 to 02/2022

S&W Spatial Surveillance Analyst

ManTech International Corp – Herndon, VA

Coordinated with the Senior Watch Officer (SWO) to monitor Sense and Warn Sections, (S&W) unit operational status communications.

Acknowledged Rocket, relaying RAM launch alert over air defense net, manning FAAD, and monitoring Lightweight Counter Mortar Radars (LCMR) / Saab G1X Radar as required.

Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.

04/2017 to 02/2021

Principal Engineer Field / Operations Lead GS13E

Northrop Grumman Worldwide – Falls Church, VA

Ensured compliance of all Counter Rocket, Artillery, and Mortar, (C-RAM) / Sense and Warning, (S&W) regulations / instructions for over 40 C-RAM Contract Management (CCM) personnel in Operation Inherent Resolve (OIR), Baghdad, Iraq.

Completed Operations Performance Evaluations, Retention Recommendations, and positive and negative feedback for 38 personnel.

Ensured VISAs and Blood Draws are accomplished meeting local requirements of Host Government.

Plan, direct and schedule coordinated transportation around and out of theater for all C-RAM/S&W associated personnel.

Initiated Visitor Access Request for personnel traveling through Department of State Sites.

Provided written meeting and trip reports, status briefings, analysis summaries, and other reports.

Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time.

Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.

Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

Resolved problems, improved operations, and provided exceptional service.

Filled in for OIR CCM Theater Lead four times without issue.

Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly, and monthly reporting.

Worked within applicable standards, policies, and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.

Managed team of employees, overseeing hiring, training, and professional growth of employees.

Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies, and promptly addressing for resolution.

10/2010 to 04/2017

Base Defense Operation Center Supervisor GS12E

Northrop Grumman Worldwide – Herndon, VA

Subject Matter Expert (SME) on the use of BDOC equipment along with AN/TPQ 48,49,50, Raytheon Ku band, AN/TPQ 36,37, AN/TPQ 52,53, and AN/MPQ-64 Sentinel Radars as Air Defense Systems Integrator in a BDOC. Specializing in Air Defense and the C-RAM/S&W system, Shank Air Base, Afghanistan.

Coordinated with the Battle Captain to monitor C-RAM/S&W unit operational status and communications between the S&W Section, BDOC liaison officer (LNO), and operational units.

Acknowledged Rocket, Station (AMDWS) operators; relaying RAM launch alert over air defense net, manning FAAD, AMDWS, or LCMR as required.

Supervised five C-RAM Operators notifying millions of US and Coalition Forces of 525 incoming rockets.

Managed team of employees, overseeing training and professional growth of employees

08/2008 to 04/2010

Information Security Personnel Manager GS12E

Northrop Grumman Worldwide – Herndon, VA

Managed 38 Security Managers (SM) from 19 different units. Performed SM training and conducted Program Reviews semi-annually. Assign and managed investigators for possible Security Incidents.

Coordinated with Judge Advocates Group with closeout of Security Investigations.

Information / Personnel Security SME for 386 Air Expeditionary Wing, Ali Al Salem, Air Base, Kuwait.

Proficient user of JPAS/DISS/EQIP.

Managed and supported organization-wide privacy and security management measures.

Researched, ordered, supervised installation and certification of two tactical Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) valued over $2million.

Selected by 386 AEW Wing as 1 of 2 outstanding contractors recognizes by COMAFNORTH.

Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor

09/2004 to 08/2008

Security Manager

Northrop Grumman Information Systems – Herndon, VA

Managed Personnel Security of all Southeast Air Defense Sector (SEADS), Tyndall AFB, Florida. personnel. Ensuring all e-QIP, JPAS, certification and accreditation, physical security requirements and procedures. Coordinated Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA) signatures are completed for all personnel. Created Entry Authority List (EAL) for visitors along with creating Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card issuance and workstation operation; issue PIV cards; and enroll, issue, and activate PIV cards. Conducted Security Inspections throughout the facility.

Monitored all e-QIP, JPAS, certification accreditation,

Verified visitor security clearances and eligibility for access into SCIFs.

Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Assisted every external security evaluations / inspection, provided visiting teams with required information and other requirements.

Analyzed security responsibilities by ensuring education and compliance with security directives for employees with access to classified material.

Managed team of four NG Security Force staff members to maintain top-quality Security services.

Education

Some College (No Degree): Aeronautical Science

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach - Daytona Beach, FL

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