Analyst

MARLENE BROWN

**** ********* ***, **********, ** 22191

RESIDENCE: 703-***-****; CELL: 412-***-****

E-MAIL: *****.****@*******.***

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SECURITY CLEARANCE: ACTIVE SECRET

PROFILE: More than 20 years of military/civilian acquired skills and education as a judicial professional, information manager, and employee facilitator.

HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS

- Professional attitude and excellent oral/written communication skills

- Ability to establish priorities, work independently, proceed with objectives without supervision – able to handle and resolve recurring problems

- Ability to correspond with various levels of employees/customers

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

- Extensive experience handling office administrative support responsibilities

- Worked/with managerial staff as a liaison between office and administrative support supervisors to ensure operation is working efficiently

- Organized and coordinate work efficiently, set priorities, and promote strong teamwork

- Scheduled, drafted and edited correspondence and implemented operations

- Reviewed and checked work of subordinates—reports, records, and application for accuracy and content—verified completeness—required by management

- Performed clerical duties as needed – handled addition responsibilities as necessary

- Discovery

- Legal Research

- Information Management

- Document Management

- Training and policy development

- Freedom of Information (FOIA) experience

- Advanced Data Analysis

- Instruction and Training

- Report Design and Preparation

EDUCATION

Paralegal Certificate Dec/2006

George Mason University, Sterling, VA

Bachelor of Science, Human Resource Management May/2001

Geneva College, Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

Paralegal Certificate

U.S. Air Force, Air University June 1992

WORK HISTORY

Visionary Integration Professionals, LLC January 2007-

Alexandria, VA November 2008

• Sensitive Security Information Analyst: At Transportation Security Administration (TSA), developed policy for Litigation Support Information (LSI) to distinguish information redaction (removal) criteria and methodology from similar and/or conflicting redactions made to Sensitive Security Information. (SSI) Assisted in case management by receiving, logging and uploading reviews on complex manual system, and assigned work to personnel. Volunteered as facilitator and trained personnel from TSA Headquarters and throughout the country on the Sensitive Security Information statute and regulation during the first annual Sensitive Security Information Coordinator Conference. Reviewed, analyzed and redacted as necessary thousands of pages of sensitive security information from documents and information prepared for release to the public through congressional hearings, litigation, Freedom of Information Act requests and other official or public releases. Responded to SSI assessments that required a 24 hour turnaround. Provided research, analysis and support to TSA’s Sensitive Security Information Program Office. Application of homeland security procedures, regulations, operations and techniques.

• Technology related work: Participated in special activities and training and policy development that included the creation of several Microsoft Share Point sites for the SSI Coordinator Conference and SSI Awareness Week. Volunteered, developed and created an SSI Coordinator database to reduce duplicity of information, and efficiently locate information such as coordinator contact information, airport information and SSI WebBoard members. Administrator of Share Point sites and SSI Coordinator and WeBboard databases with added responsibilities of responding to user inquiries for access to, deletions, modifications, and assistance via e-mail and phone.

• Outreach and Special Activities: Independently created interactive training of the SSI Regulation for the Sensitive Security Information Coordinator Conference. Composed articles that were published in the TSA Weekly and “Be on the Lookout” (BOLO) publications. Volunteered and became Chairperson of the Social Club for summer and holiday events for Visionary Integration Professionals.

Northrop Grumman Corporation March 2006-

Herndon, VA January 2007

• Paralegal: Edited legal documents including lease agreements, legal opinions and reviews. Responded to subpoena and garnishment requests with timely submission of records. Utilized PeopleSoft database for retrieval of confidential and/or sensitive information. Assisted with preparation and organization of documents related to and coordinating closing of business transactions. Business entity formation and maintenance. Assisted with preparation of legal opinions related to due diligence and drafting related back-up memoranda. Performed electronic research including procurement, international law, legislative history, and all facets of statutory and case law.

Goldberg, Persky & White September 1989-

Pittsburgh, PA March 2006

• Paralegal Supervisor: Supervised the daily operation of paralegals to insure compliance to court and internally appointed deadlines. Preempted mishaps and delays as liaison to management and employees. Hired and trained subordinates in the development of new computer software to improve the company's legal performance.

• Paralegal: Analyzed deposition testimony, invoices and other documents to extract information pertinent to pre-trial preparation and out of court settlement. Requested, tracked and logged client x-rays, medical records and tissue pathology. Tracked and logged probate documents. Performed legal research as needed. Prepared civil complaint filings and reviewed answers to interrogatories and matters relative to discovery. Performed case management through use of Litigation Support System (LSS).

• Technology related work: Determined optimum methodology in the querying, retrieval, and reporting of current and historical data to counter motions for summary judgment resulting in out-of-court settlements in excess of $500,000 using Microsoft Access and Excel applications. Designed, developed, and produced informative, analytical summaries of data. Devised dynamic, multi-tiered computer queries that interrelated and cross-referenced plaintiffs, defendants, product identification, work histories and manufacturer invoices to qualify plaintiffs for substantial monetary settlements.

UNITED STATES AIR FORCE January 2005-

Office of Military Commissions August 2005

Arlington, VA

• Paralegal: Managed litigation support for war crimes and terrorism prosecutions in support of the global war on terrorism. Provided guidance and oversight on witness and document management for complex litigation, identifying, collecting and integrating documents, electronic media, and other key evidence from all Department of Defense intelligence and law enforcement agencies. Tracked the status of potential evidence and witnesses; provide legal and factual research and assistance in case organization, preparation and presentation at trial for the prosecution of detainees held at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Analyzed, interpreted and reviewed classified and law enforcement interrogation and intelligence reports to derive factual evidence. Summarized and drafted justification to use classified intelligence reports and information during military commissions.

UNITED STATES AIR FORCE July 2004-

Cannon Air Force Base, NM September 2004

• Defense Paralegal: Responsible for all paralegal and law office manager functions for Area Defense Counsel (ADC) office, supporting local and visiting counsel. Maintained ADC trial docket and schedule. Interviewed prospective clients, screened for attorney conflict and managed case files. Investigated the facts and circumstances of alleged offenses, interviewed witnesses and obtained sensitive information from investigative agencies. Researched legal issues, drafted and edited affidavits, statements, and other correspondence in connection with courts-martial and other adverse personnel actions. Delivered briefings to over 200 newly assigned personnel. Procured and maintained all supplies, files, publications and law library materials.

AWARDS

Global War on Terrorism Service Medal Joint Service Achievement Medal

Pennsylvania Commendation Medal Air Force Achievement Medal

Air Reserve Forces Meritorious Services Medal AF Good Conduct Medal

National Defense Service Medal

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