Sharon Zachry
Havre de Grace
Summary
Industrial Security and Facilities Management professional with 15+ years of progressive responsibility supporting Department of Defense contractors and classified programs. Extensive experience administering security programs in compliance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM Rule), DoD Manual 5205.07, Executive Orders, SEAD directives, and DD254 requirements. Specialized expertise in personnel security processing, facility clearance management (FCL), COMSEC accountability, insider threat program support, self-inspections, and DCSA compliance oversight. Experienced in executive reporting, risk mitigation, and audit readiness initiatives.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Facilities Manager / Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO)
Consulting Services Group
Hanover, MD
12.2024 - 03.2026
- Administer day-to-day industrial security operations in compliance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM), DoD Manual 5205.07, and DD254 contract requirements.
- Manage personnel security clearance processing using DISS and NBIS systems.
- Initiate, track, and monitor initial investigations, periodic reinvestigations, and incident reports.
- Maintain Facility Clearance (FCL) documentation and submit required updates to DCSA via NISS.
- Conduct and document annual self-inspections in accordance with NISPOM requirements.
- Support insider threat program activities and compliance tracking.
- Maintain access control procedures, badging systems, and alarm system oversight.
- Escort uncleared personnel and maintenance contractors in restricted areas.
- Ensure safeguarding and storage requirements for classified materials are met.
- Oversee vendor contracts for building systems including HVAC, roofing, fuel supply, janitorial services, and office support services.
- Identify vulnerabilities and implement corrective actions to mitigate risk exposure.
- Provide written guidance and policy clarification to leadership and staff.
- Note: Contract ended due to Government termination.
Security Administration Advisor / Security Specialist
Peraton
Linthicum Heights, MD
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Maintained personnel security records within DISS, conducting monthly audits and reconciliation reviews.
- Processed initial clearances, reinvestigations, SCI nominations, and incident reports using DISS and NBIS.
- Conducted employee in-processing and out-processing procedures.
- Administered SCI, NATO, and courier briefings and debriefings.
- Initiated and tracked required annual and recurring security training.
- Managed GSA-approved security container accountability and combination control.
- Created weekly executive-level security status reports.
- Developed tracking tools for classified holdings and alarm panel maintenance actions.
- Ensured compliance with NISPOM, SEAD directives, and Executive Orders.
Facility Security Officer (FSO) / COMSEC Manager
AASKI Technology
Aberdeen, MD
01.2020 - 05.2022
- Directed and managed the company’s Industrial Security Program for classified DoD contracts.
- Maintained accountability for COMSEC account and conducted required inventories.
- Generated visit authorization requests in DISS and JPAS.
- Managed DD254 lifecycle including renewals, updates, and compliance validation.
- Conducted internal vulnerability assessments and implemented corrective actions.
- Investigated security violations and authored formal reports.
- Reduced classified holdings and improved inspection outcomes.
- Delivered recurring security training and awareness communications.
Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO) / AITPSO / COMSEC Manager
Bravura Information Technology Systems
Aberdeen, MD
03.2018 - 01.2020
- Conducted NISPOM self-inspections and weekly compliance reviews.
- Administered COMSEC accountability and inventory management.
- Delivered foreign travel security briefings and debriefings.
- Conducted monthly on-site security training for 30–75 personnel.
- Processed periodic reinvestigations and personnel security updates.
Technology Control Officer (TCO) / Empowered Official / KMP
SafeNet Assured Technologies
Abingdon, MD
04.2011 - 03.2018
- Led export compliance program in accordance with ITAR and EAR regulations.
- Submitted licensing requests to DDTC and BIS via SNAP-R and ELISA systems.
- Maintained and implemented Technology Control Plan (TCP).
- Advised executive leadership on export compliance risks and mitigation strategies.
- Managed facilities budget and vendor contracts.
- Coordinated domestic and international executive travel logistics.
Education
Executive Master of Business Administration - Executive Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Financial Management, Risk Management, Operations Leadership
Jack Welch Management Institute, Strayer University
12.2019
Bachelor of Business Administration - Human Resources Management
Strayer University
12.2013
Skills
- DISS
- NBIS
- NISS
- NCAISS
- STEPP
- CDSE
- DoD SAFE
- DIAS
- ACCS
- TASS
- EQIP
- EAPP
- JIRA
- Microsoft Office
- SharePoint
Certification
- FSO Program Management for Possessing & Non-Possessing Facilities Curriculum
- Insider Threat Program Operations Personnel Curriculum
- Emergency Medical Technician (Maryland Certified), 2028-01-31
- AED / CPR Certified
Affiliations
- Havre de Grace Ambulance Corps, 2005 - Present
- NCMS, 2017 - Present
Personal Information
- Citizenship: United States
- Nationality: United States
- Availability: Willing to relocate
Security Clearance
TS/SCI
Accomplishments
Significantly reduced classified holdings
Timeline
Facilities Manager / Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO)
Consulting Services Group
12.2024 - 03.2026
Security Administration Advisor / Security Specialist
Peraton
03.2023 - 04.2024
Facility Security Officer (FSO) / COMSEC Manager
AASKI Technology
01.2020 - 05.2022
Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO) / AITPSO / COMSEC Manager
Bravura Information Technology Systems
03.2018 - 01.2020
Technology Control Officer (TCO) / Empowered Official / KMP
SafeNet Assured Technologies
04.2011 - 03.2018
Executive Master of Business Administration - Executive Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Financial Management, Risk Management, Operations Leadership
Jack Welch Management Institute, Strayer University
Bachelor of Business Administration - Human Resources Management
Strayer University