National Security Clearance
Resume:
Leroy Allan Lynn
Credentialing and Vetting Director – National Security, Profile
*********@*****.*** • (915)-838-
5066
LinkedIn • EL Paso, Texas 79912
Strategic leader in national security credentialing and personnel vetting, with robust experience in spearheading high- stakes adjudication programs and HSPD-12 credentialing operations across defense and federal agencies. Subject matter expert (SME) in Tier 1–5 clearance adjudications, SCI eligibility determinations, and application of SEAD 4 and 13 National Security Adjudicative Guidelines to mitigate insider threat risks. Accomplished in directing 24/7 credentialing/vetting operations for over 500K individuals, maintaining 99% adjudication accuracy across sensitive federal programs. Advanced proficiency in federal investigative systems, including DISS, NBIS, eQIP, and eAPP, with expertise in background investigations, suitability reviews, and identity verification protocols. Exceptional leadership in overseeing large-scale onboarding and access control efforts for over 6,500 contractors and up to 10K migrant children, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational readiness. Insightful interpreter of federal policy, with extensive history in authoring adjudicative justifications rooted in Whole-Person Concept and aligned with national security directives. Results-driven strategist with demonstrated success in improving credentialing and vetting workflow efficiency by 25%, leveraging Smartsheet tools and optimizing case management protocols. Influential advisor and liaison with agencies including CBP, ORR, HHS, DHS, DoD, and White House staff offices, to foster cross-agency alignment and operational synergy. Distinguished military veteran and former Chief Petty Officer in U.S. Coast Guard, with capabilities in tactical command, search and rescue, secure communications (COMSEC), and disaster response. Areas of Expertise
● Federal Security Clearance
Processing
● Personnel Security/Adjudication
● Leadership/Team Building
● Multi-Agency Coordination
● Adjudicative Documentation/Risk
Assessment
● Policy Interpretation/Regulatory
Compliance
● Emergency Mgmt./FEMA-Certified
Response
● Security Operations/Facility Access Mgmt.
● Credentialing/Vetting Program
Leadership
● National Security Clearance
Adjudication
● Stakeholder/Client Relationship
Mgmt.
● Law Enforcement/Site Mgmt.
Professional Experience
Career Sabbatical (Jan 2025 – Present): Pursued personal and professional growth while exploring future career directions.
Deployed Services, Greensboro, North Carolina, and Carrizo Springs, Texas Assistant Director, HR / Vetting Director/Manager
2023 — 2024
Coordinated completion and review of National Security questionnaires to initiate background investigations to facilitate clearance approval and suitability determinations for federal appointments. Reduced overall credentialing and vetting cycle times by 25% by optimizing workflows, enhancing interdepartmental coordination, and streamlining investigative documentation processes. Prepared credentialing reports, directed special vetting projects, and handled high-level inquiries to support strategic decision-making and compliance audits. Advised executive leadership on conflict resolution, policy enforcement, and organizational dynamics to improve operational alignment and team performance. Ensured safety and welfare of vulnerable migrant populations by implementing rigorous screening and credentialing standards in federally supported care facilities. Maintained active engagement with U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
(HHS), Program Support Center (PSC), Administration for Children and Families (ACF), and Office of Refugee Resettlement
(ORR) to expedite mission-critical vetting initiatives.
● Spearheaded 24/7 Credentialing and Vetting Office responsible for overseeing federal security clearance processes and ID issuance for more than 6,500 contracted employees and up to 10K unaccompanied migrant children, to guarantee uninterrupted operations and adherence to national security standards.
● Drove cross-agency credentialing efforts in liaison with Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR), and other HHS entities to meet federal onboarding standards, including eQIP/eAPP, drug Page 2 3
screening, and 50-state CA/N checks.
● Interpreted and applied Security Executive Agent Directive 4 (SAED-4) adjudicative guidelines to evaluate investigative findings and determine eligibility for Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) clearances.
● Translated, enforced, and employed credentialing and national security policies in alignment with HHS, ACF, and ORR frameworks to uphold regulatory compliance across all programs.
● Authored detailed eligibility determination documentation, citing regulatory policy and investigative findings to justify suitability recommendations for HSPD-12 credentials.
● Guided issuance of HSPD-12-compliant photographic access control identification for secure facility access/personnel tracking.
Response Force 1, Fort Bliss, Texas
Vetting and Credential Manager, Background Check
Coordinator
2022 - 2023
Maintained active coordination with HHS, Program Support Center (PSC), Administration for Children and Families (ACF), and Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) to expedite mission-critical vetting initiatives for unaccompanied minor children
(UMC). Oversaw Tier 2 vetting of over 8K contract personnel across up to 30 companies as per federal security protocols. Led fingerprinting (LiveScan), eQIP processing, access control, and VIP visitor management operations. Ensured safety, accountability, and care of over 120K children by fully adhering to federal and contractual guidelines. Played key role in upholding security integrity and operational continuity in high-volume, sensitive government facility. Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency, Fort George G. Meade, Maryland
Personnel Security Specialist, Senior Adjudicator (series 0080, GG-12, step 8) 2010 — 2023
Headed security clearance eligibility determinations for broad range of individuals, including DoD military service members, civilian employees, contractors, National Industrial Security Program (NISP) contractors, and personnel affiliated with Congressional and the White House offices. Clarified and executed relevant federal and DoD laws and policies for consistent and compliant adjudication standards across all cases reviewed. Increased national security efforts by ascertaining integrity of personnel vetting processes and safeguarding access to sensitive information at highest levels of government. Provided subject matter expertise on adjudication processes for Tier 1 through Tier 5 investigations to enable informed decision-making for DoD and affiliated agencies’ personnel security.
● Conducted adjudications for personnel occupying sensitive and high-risk positions requiring access to classified material, including Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), across military, civilian, congressional, judicial, and contractor populations.
● Delivered timely and legally sound adjudicative decisions compliant with federal laws, DoD regulations, and national security policies to directly aid goals of Trusted Workforce 2.0 for elevated operational readiness and risk management.
● Utilized 13 National Security Adjudicative Guidelines and Whole-Person Concept to perform thorough, risk-based evaluations of investigative reports, credit histories, and multi-agency background checks.
● Completed 150K adjudication cases with 99% successful completion rate by demonstrating exceptional accuracy and consistency in security clearance eligibility determinations. Additional Experience
Security Specialist, Investigator, & Screener, Civilian Contractor supporting multiple government agencies including DoD, U.S. Army, FBI, and United States Coast Guard Chief Petty Officer, United States Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security Law Enforcement and Detention Officer, Nevada County and Humboldt County Sheriff’s Departments in California, Lorain County Sheriff’s Department in Ohio, Hagerstown Police Department in Maryland, and State Constable in Pennsylvania.
Education
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Spanish Language Studies, Nevada Union High School, Nevada County, California
Completed 3 years of Spanish coursework at both high school and college levels for strong cross-cultural communication skills.
Administration of Justice degree work, Sierra College, Rocklin, California Homeland Security and Law Enforcement Leadership studies, American Military University, West Virginia Certifications
Texas Notary CPR/AED & First Aid Certification OSHA – General Industry Certificate Due Process/Adjudication Professional Certificate (DPAPC)
Professional Trainings
FEMA Incident Command System (ICS) Courses:
ICS 100: Intro to Incident Command System ICS 102: Preparing for Federal Disaster Operations – FEMA Response Partners
ICS 200: Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response ICS 700: Introduction to the National Incident Management System ICS 800: National Response Framework – An Introduction FEMA Independent Study Courses:
IS 815: A-B-C’s of Temporary Emergency Power IS 907: Active Shooter – What You Can Do CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training
Volunteer Experience
Volunteer, Canine Partners for Life
● Supported nonprofit organization in providing trained and certified service dogs to adults and children with special needs. Contributed to community outreach and support initiatives improving quality of life for individuals with disabilities.
Youth Soccer Coach and Boy Scout Den Leader
● Organized activities and mentored children to enhance teamwork and leadership skills. Participated in various community organizations focused on children’s development and advocacy.
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