Over 25 years of extensive security and leadership expertise. Prior to moving into current position, spent over 30 years in the Government including 22 years in the U.S. Navy. Most recently, was Chief of the Worldwide Contract Security Support Section in the Industrial Security Division at the U.S. Department of State.Began specialization in Industrial Security with the Defense Security Service (DSS) as an Industrial Security Representative. Has a results-driven background that includes oversight and compliance, advising and assisting on security programs, and aiding in the development of award-winning security programs where three out of four nominees became winners of the coveted Cogswell Award, as well as training and mentoring numerous Industrial Security Reps and Facility Security Officers.As a Senior Industrial Security Specialist, had responsibility for a multitude of cleared facilities ranging in complexity from three-person, home-based companies to multi-billion dollar corporations with large, sprawling campuses. Was instrumental in the formulation of the Dulles Area Industrial Security Awareness Council and was Co-Chairman for over five years.Holds a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Business Administration from Strayer University, is a graduate of the Defense Security Service’s Industrial Security Specialist Academy along with the DoD Security Specialist Course. Holds certifications in Security Fundamentals Professional, Industrial Security Oversight and Physical Security from the Department of Defense and the Center for the Development of Security Excellence.