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Tinker Afb, Oklahoma

Implements and administers the Industrial Security, Information Security, and Physical Security Programs supporting DoD and SAF/SAQ Special Access Programs (SAP). Conducts oversight and inspection of Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) and SAP Facility (SAPF) projects. Works with contracting office and contractors on SCIF and SAPF design and planning. Develops and oversees the security policies and guidelines for highly classified programs using generalized guidance from the Systems Program Office (SPO). Designs, implements, and evaluates all program security plans and road maps for all program work involving Foreign Material. Develops security transportation plans utilized for movement of highly classified assets. Ensures liaison with program managers and program offices at all agencies and levels (National, State, Tribal, Municipal) affected by program activities. Ensures proper implementation of the personnel security program, supporting DOD and SAF/AQ SAPs. Conducts quarterly reviews of security services, ensuring compliance with security program requirements and applicable regulations.

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States

Evaluated ARNG Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) units across the 54 States and Territories to determine levels of operational readiness and training plan development. Provided SIGINT equipment and program training to assist units in enhancing their technical and tactical proficiency. Provided Guidance to units on Personnel Security (PERSEC), Information Security (INFOSEC), and Intelligence Oversight (IO) for SIGINT Operations. Engaged leaders at all echelons to promote awareness of security programs and requirements related to SIGINT operations. Coordinated system and operational support for ARNG units in support of formal Exportable Combat Training Centers and Combat Training Center rotations. Assisted the OKNG Intelligence Officer in managing the PERSEC requirements for Intelligence Soldiers. Managed the OKNG Command Language Program, coordinating training opportunities and events to support linguist development.

Austin, Texas, United States

Assisted with the management of the national-level Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) program for the Army National Guard (ARNG). Managed and conducted SIGINT support operations, procedures, and practices necessary to accomplish intelligence functions in support of ARNG-level intelligence operations. Directed and implemented policies and procedures required to manage SIGINT programs for ARNG elements. Ensured ARNG SIGINT elements applied appropriate information security, personnel security, intelligence oversight, and sensitive compartmented information (SCI) practices through evaluation and assessment programs. Developed working relationships with Department of the Army program managers to coordinate SIGINT system fielding for ARNG units. Created and issued standard operating procedures for knowledge management, intelligence oversight, and security education and assistance for the G-TCAE. Managed the activities and tasking for Regional SIGINT NCOs to ensure element identified the priorities of work and successfully completed required taskings in an efficient and timely manner.

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States

Managed the Oklahoma National Guard (OKNG) State-level emergency management program. Evaluated OKNG units and facilities to ensure emergency management plans complemented antiterrorism, physical security, information security, communications security (COMSEC), industrial security, and SCI policies and plans. Coordinated the processing of DD 254 forms for classified contracts. Developed emergency destruction and evacuation plans for the headquarters SCI facility (SCIF). Managed the State’s SCI personnel security program in JPAS, creating site visits and indoctrinations for the State’s missions and training requirements. Functioned as the State intelligence oversight monitor and primary evaluator for the state intelligence security programs for the State organizational inspection program. Developed State policy and guidance for emergency management, information security, intelligence oversight, and SCI programs to support intelligence operations. Fostered productive working relationships between OKNG, local emergency services, and national-level programs managers and agencies.

Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo

Conduct intelligence oversight and product review prior to distribution to subordinate, lateral, and command organizations. Coordinate and collaborate with other intelligence elements to ensure shared consciousness and efficiency in analysis and overall operations. Function as the element Special Security Officer, conducting reviews of security protocols, inspections, and policy updates to ensure compliance with current DoD and U.S. Army security policy. Routinely conduct personnel security reviews to update the Security Clearance Access Roster and process incidents reports and investigation requests for assigned Soldiers.

Oklahoma City, Ok

Functioned as the Physical Security Manager / Special Security Representative for the Joint Force Headquarters. Conducted Physical Security Inspections and Assessments to identify vulnerabilities in physical security procedures for subordinate units. Managed the State key control and alarm systems as part of the position. Fielded inquiries regarding physical security regulations and requirements from subordinate elements and reviewed building and construction plans to ensure regulatory compliance. Implemented physical security upgrades resulting in achieving one of the highest compliancy rates on the DISA accreditation. Functioned as the primary for the Industrial Security program, reviewing contract requirements and ensuring security requirements for contractors were included on their DD 254s. Assisted the State J2 in managing the Special Security, Foreign Disclosure, and Information Security programs.

Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar

Assigned as an analyst and auditor for interagency SIGINT mission. Utilized SIGINT databases to verify and authenticate information related to the U.S. mission in Syria. Collaborated with other intelligence disciplines and agencies to develop intelligence products for higher-level commanders. Developed policy and requests to enhance the SIGINT capabilities for the element to provide more analysis for subordinate elements. Additionally, assisted the unit as a security specialist by reviewing security programs procedures and policy to ensure compliance with DoD and U.S. Army doctrine.

Camp Robinson, Ar

Assisted with the policy, planning, programming, management, evaluation and oversight of national-level ARNG intelligence and special security activities, with additional emphasis on the physical and information security requirements. Coordinated as needed with the Office of the Undersecretary of Defense (Intelligence), Department of the Army, U.S. Army Forces Command, Army Major Commands, Intelligence and Security Command, and the U.S. Army Reserve, the Defense Intelligence Agency, and the National Security Agency to support the day-to-day operations of ARNG intelligence security programs. Synchronized and coordinated efforts between the 54 States and Territories, HQDA, ASCCs and ARNG Senior Advisors on ARNG intelligence and special security-related matters. Conducted inspection of Army National Guard SCIFs and SCI program management. Advised field-grade officers on best practices and standard operating procedures to improve and enhance their intelligence security programs. Developed, analyzed and evaluated State-level intelligence programs to identify issues and meet mission requirements. Inspected, assessed, and audited ARNG G2 national-level protection programs to improve the installation’s security programs. Focused on the following intelligence programs: SCI, information security, personnel security, industrial security, foreign disclosure to assist States in planning and implementing these security programs.