Brian Booker
Burtonsville
Summary
Highly accomplished Security Professional with extensive experience in Physical Security, Personnel Security, SCI program management, and risk mitigation across Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and Intelligence Community environments. Proven expertise managing SCIF operations, administering security clearance programs, conducting investigations, and ensuring compliance with ICD 705 and Executive Order 13526 standards. Recognized for integrity, operational excellence, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams in high-tempo, 24/7 mission environments. Skilled in regulatory compliance, incident investigation, emergency response planning, and security program oversight. Adept at building collaborative relationships across government, military, contractor, and executive leadership stakeholders.
Highly skilled Security Specialist with broad experience in the field. Possess strong knowledge of security protocols, risk assessment procedures, and emergency response management. Background includes developing security strategies, managing teams to ensure safety measures are adhered to, and mitigating risks effectively. Known for ability to resolve complex security issues in a proactive manner, thus improving overall system robustness and reliability.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Specialist
United States Army Intelligence and Security Command
01.2025 - Current
- Serve as senior Physical Security lead providing enterprise oversight for more than 40 command facilities supporting Intelligence Community missions.
- Direct oversight of all command-wide physical security programs, ensuring compliance with DoD, Army, and ICD 705 standards.
- Lead and supervise a team of five security professionals; provide training, mentorship, and performance oversight.
- Serve as Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) for access control and intrusion detection system contracts; develop requirements, oversee vendor performance, and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Coordinate with the National Security Agency (NSA) to obtain SCIF accreditations and maintain secure facility certifications.
- Conduct site surveys for new construction and renovation projects; identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Brief senior leadership on physical security posture, new construction security milestones, and compliance risks.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex lock and access control system issues to maintain operational continuity.
- Ensure all SCIF documentation, accreditation packages, and inspection records remain current and inspection-ready.
Physical Security Specialist
Buffalo Horse
Fort Meade
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Provide enterprise-level physical security oversight for SCI facilities supporting mission-critical operations.
- Lead SCIF compliance management in accordance with ICD 705 and Intelligence Community directives.
- Conduct annual, special, and no-notice inspections; develop formal findings, memorandums, and corrective action plans.
- Direct Organization Inspection Program (OIP) reviews and ensure Inspector General (IG) readiness across supported facilities.
- Oversee SCIF construction security requirements including access control, IDS integration, and accreditation documentation.
- Advise leadership on risk posture, regulatory deficiencies, and mitigation strategies.
- Manage physical access control systems including cipher locks, X-series locks, IDS, badge readers, and Lenel platforms.
- Update Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to address emerging threats and compliance updates.
Special Security Officer (SSO) / SCI Program Lead
Advantage SCI
Arlington
10.2022 - 01.2024
- Directed SCI security operations for three 24/7 operational SCIFs supporting the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA).
- Managed full-spectrum SCI security program supporting executive leadership and operational divisions.
- Ensured 100% compliance with annual inspection cycles, IDS testing, emergency preparedness exercises, and accreditation requirements.
- Implemented classification management program in accordance with Executive Order 13526.
- Delivered derivative classification training and ensured audit-ready compliance posture.
- Led security coordination for high-visibility executive media engagements and interagency events.
- Investigated security incidents; conducted interviews, developed formal findings, and briefed senior leadership with mitigation strategies.
- Coordinated secure facility operations during infrastructure disruptions and mission-critical outages.
Skills
- Physical security
- Access management
- Professionalism
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Honest and dependable
- Team building
- Attention to detail
Clearance
- TS/SCI , ce 2026 01 26
Timeline
Security Specialist
United States Army Intelligence and Security Command
01.2025 - Current
Physical Security Specialist
Buffalo Horse
01.2024 - 01.2025
Special Security Officer (SSO) / SCI Program Lead
Advantage SCI
10.2022 - 01.2024