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Foreign Disclosure Officer, 2018 – October 2019 (US Navy Active Duty)I served in an Active Duty Capacity for the Navy before returning to service currently as part of the United States Navy Reserve in October 2019. I assumed full accountability for reviewing and approving the release of classified and controlled unclassified military information in accordance with regulations/guidelines to key stakeholders (liaison officers, exchange personnel, etc.) from foreign governments. As such, safety is a top concern. Optimized the performance of a highly skilled team of five Foreign Liaison Officers by continually implementing / improving internal controls and security access controls and procedures. Organized/executed command inspections and staff visits, carefully noting all security issues identified.Acted as a strategic partner to senior leadership, introducing improvements that successfully bridged mission-critical physical security gaps.Slashed the number of security breaches by over 33%, saving hundreds of unnecessary management hours.Orchestrated all phases of six major international exercises between strategic allies that succeeded in increasing synergy and interoperability in combined military operations.Oversaw physical and personnel security policy implementation, management, and compliance for FVEY partners during the buildout of a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF).Coordinated security components for 250+ foreign visits and eight distinguished visitor requests.Validated security eligibility, processing facility & sensitive information access, and trained stakeholders on security, escort, and SCI clearance best practices/policy compliance.

Ft. Sheridan, Il

I continued to be tapped for progressive leadership responsibilities by being selected to direct a multifunctional, 50-member team executing daily Collateral and SCI functions. In addition, I acted as Special Security Representative accountable for personnel, facilities, materials, and information. I executed a full range of organizational support functions including evaluating staff, facilitating training sessions, coordinating polygraph appointments, and activating individual accounts among others. Among my key contributions and achievements, I mentored and provided guidance to 500+ personnel and assist them in selecting career enhancement positions. Ensured 100% accountability in the safe handling, delivery, and destruction of sensitive materials, enabling command to operate at peak proficiency.Led operations for four units with 250+ personnel combined and supervised five mission-critical initiatives throughout the north region.Reorganized the command structure and managed billets to accommodate 35% growth, delivering solutions to resolve physical security and safety concerns for base access.Guided, educated, and conducted security processing for over 100 Sailors throughout the security clearance process to ensure 100% success in attaining clearances.Regularly visited/assessed each unit onsite, documenting and delivering solutions for issues in need of change.Played a key role as a member of the Navy Reserve Policy Board, investigating, deliberating, and making determinations on 100+ cases implementing complex laws and regulations consistent with the DOD.

Augusta, Georgia

I directly acted as the driving force behind a 75-member team maximizing the security, reporting, and handling of SCI to air, surface, and submarine units. Additionally, I served as Senior Manager for 450+ military and civilian personnel. Over my time in this role, I smoothed out the onboarding and outboarding process and improved the award process for 100 joint service members. Continually monitored effectiveness of Intrusion Detection Systems, taking decisive action to quickly respond to and resolve any unauthorized attempts to access information.Co-managed the Joint Mission Management Element, optimizing the performance of skilled personnel in managing and de-conflicting Overseas, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions.Led a high-volume of Signal Intelligence, Cyber, and Information operations within the realm of cyberspace.Succeeded in increasing intelligence support capabilities and performance 35% by eliminating multiple gaps in capabilities for national and strategic missions.Delivered insights from expert analysis of foreign transmissions used to eliminate 50 high-value targets.Played a key role in professionally developing junior personnel to enhance their career opportunities.

Ft. Sheridan

I showcased my advanced skillset by developing/executing high-performance training programs for the Naval Education & Training organization in partnership with group leadership, which were instrumental in significantly improving overall staff development. In my capacity, I directed, trained, evaluated, and drove continuous improvement for a team of 30 personnel. Completely restructured the organization and realigned mission goals to better achieve shared objectives.Rolled out a Leadership Development program that increased professional development, training, and security briefings/education to keep personnel in step with policies and procedures.Enforced strict adherence to policies/procedures for disseminating SCI documents, achieving 100% compliance with information, physical, personnel, and communication security best practices/protocols.Streamlined training times resulting in staff qualifying 33% faster, strengthening professional & cultural integration, and improving overall operational readiness by 22%.Assistant Special Security Officer, Commander Submarine Force, Pearl Harbor, HI

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