Yvette Scott
Hyattsville
Summary
Dynamic Facility Security Officer with extensive experience at Trace Systems, adept at developing security policies and ensuring compliance with NIST standards. Proven track record in risk management and effective communication, successfully implementing security awareness programs that enhanced personnel training and incident reporting. Committed to safeguarding sensitive information and fostering team collaboration.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Facility Security Officer (FSO)
Trace Systems
Vienna
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Manage the Industrial Security Program, site security personnel, and Assistant (AFSO), as the Insider Threat Program Senior Official (ITPSO).
- Interface with HR for the new hires, in-processing paperwork including (briefing, SF312, VARs, and badging).
- Collaborate with IT department in safeguarding sensitive and proprietary government data and ensure the company information systems are compliant with NIST 800-171 in protecting CUI.
- Implement and develop security policies and procedures for compliance with the Government, and personnel, to ensure contract security compliance leverage with the 32 CFR Part 117 National Industrial Security Operating Manual (NISPOM).
- Interface with the government customers and leadership providing independent judgment to resolve related security issues.
- Conducted Annual and Semi-annual security self-assessments ensuring compliance according to DCSA and 32 CFR 117.
- Conducted foreign travel briefings and other security briefings for compliance with DD254 Classification.
- Implement security measures to meet security guidance and prevent unauthorized government and company information access.
- Interpret company and government security policies and apply them to program requirements.
- Manage day-to-day security program, ISO audits, ISO 9000, 20000 & 27000 document control.
- Oversee security clearance process, employee and contractors, and facility clearance.
- Manage the Defense Information Security System (DISS), Security Information Management System (SIMS), National Industrial Security System (NISS).
- Manage and maintain security documents (SF328, DD441, DD441-1).
- Track and maintain contract for proper preparation draft/original/revise DD254 and disseminate to subcontractors.
- Maintained and developed security documentation and files according to DCSA 32 CFR NISPOM, and (NIST) 800-171 which includes, (SOP), (EAP), (OPSEC), (SPP), (COMSEC), and (TCP).
- Process and manage security clearances in (DISS) and (e-QIP) to ensure accurate and complete personnel records.
- Conduct security briefings and develop education programs for cleared personnel according to 32 CFR part 117, CUI, and DOD 5200 guidelines.
- Managing multiple facilities. Protect Classified government information ensuring compliance with all aspects of the security (SCI) program.
- Process (SCI) paperwork for INDOCs and (Vars) for the government Customer sites for SCIF access/reading room purposes.
- Assign tasks and prioritize workload to (AFSO). Managing facility access control to the facility through oversight of physical security including badging, and alarm response.
- Manage the safeguarding of COMSEC according to NSA guidelines and regulations.
- Knowledge in developing, reviewing, and documenting classification management business processes ensuring compliance with the (ODNI) 52001.01
FSO/CSSO
ABM Facility Support Services
Beltsville
11.2021 - 09.2021
- Skills in working professionally and diligently with agency-affiliated partners using evaluation and research tools to conduct compliance reviews regarding security processes, procedures, and ongoing efforts.
- Oversee daily security operations and intelligence community directives (ICDs) and NISP/NISPOM compliance for a secured facility.
- Responsible for effectively implementing Standard and Operating Procedures (SPP).
- Government security clearance program for my agency using the Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS) to monitor security clearance actions initiated by (DCSA) and the (DOD) (CAF) in the Joint Clearance and Access Verification System (JCAVS) and (DISS).
- Direct Compliance with Government regulations with strong oversight and continuous security training to all employees according to the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM).
- Expert in submitting SF86 in (DISS) for (CE) enrollment deferred and coordinating with (HR) on the pre-screening of applicants for hire.
- Submitting nomination packages for Crossover, for IC agency including NRO, and NSA.
- Prepared facility for required annual audits/vulnerability assessments for the Agency.
- Coordinated with other CSSO/FSOs for adding employees to the e-CPRL for contract compliance.
- Process security paperwork for the IC agency and uploaded in the MPO System for approval.
- Developed and revised antiquated company security policies and procedures to confirm with DCSA, DMDC, NISPOM, and customer compliance for SCI programs.
- Working knowledge of Intelligence Community Directives (ICD)-704.
- Perform in-depth analysis and evaluation of personnel security investigation, security information files, or other data containing serious derogatory or extremely sensitive information impacting initial or continuing clearance access eligibility.
- Monitor and mediate all inquiries and complaints sent to and from the DISS contact center, DOD call center, and DOD CAF on all personnel.
- Coordinate with HR and the President regarding the onboarding process of new hires.
- Develop and implement the facility security program.
- Manage customer contract security expectations and relationships.
- Interface with the Government customer to provide independent judgment and discretion to resolve security-related issues.
- Experience reviewing all security documents including e-QIP, and IC security processing packages for accuracy and completeness.
FSO
Meltech Corporation
Landover
10.2015 - 11.2018
- Prepared SCI Nomination packages for Controlled Access Programs/Special Access Programs (SAP) and IC Agencies.
- Processed and submitted vetting paperwork for Government sites (FBI, Department of State/OBO Overseas Building Operations Traveling CONUS/OCONUS, GSA NSA, and various Military bases for access through policy and procedures.
- Administer security briefings, debriefings, indoctrinations, Pre-screening of new hires, and review of all security-related issues according to the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM).
- Provided support to multiple separate platform programs in accordance with NISPOM and ICD/704 Personnel Security Standards Governing Eligibility for Access to Sensitive Compartment Information.
- Ensure the company is following Department of Defense (DOD) policy regulations for industry and intelligence security-related programs.
- Implement and develop security awareness training and compliance process.
- Managed the tracking and review of all government security audits and findings performed during the yearly self-audits, and self-inspections for classified workspace.
- Conduct security audits of all records and annual security audits.
- Prepared, disseminated, and maintained DD254 classifications for prime contracts, and subcontract classified/unclassified contacts.
- Experienced in processing paperwork for CAC cards and paperwork for Status of Forces of Agreements (SOFA) for Korea.
- Knowledge in changing the combination to GSA Safes.
- Expert in various programs JPAS, FieldPrint, SWFT, DISS, and NCAISS (e-FCL-ISFD).
- Knowledge of SIMs database program for document control and BRIVO for access control for Badging and verification.
- Conducted self-inspections for classified holding in preparation for security audits.
- Process vetting paperwork for government and overseas embassies (FBI, Dept. of State/OBO Overseas Building Operations Traveling CONUS/OCONUS, GSA, NSA, and various military installations for access according to the security classification guidelines.
- Managed 20 Government Contracts and provided access for over 200 subcontractors and 150 employees at various location sites.
- Interface with Government Clients and Upper Management regarding security-related issues.
- Overseer for the Insider Threat Program.
FSO/Sr. Branch Unit Specialist
Engility/C4ISR
Upper Marlboro
01.2008 - 01.2015
- Experience in Implementing policies, procedures, training, and protecting National Security Information.
- Performs in-depth analysis and evaluation of personnel security investigations, security information files, or other data containing serious derogatory or extremely sensitive information impacting initial or continuing clearances to assess eligibility.
- Responsible for effectively implementing and maintaining a U.S. Government security clearance program for Engility using Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS) to monitor security clearance actions initiated by Defense Security Services and DOD CAF in the Joint Clearance and Access Verification System (JCAVS).
- Manage and maintain accountability, inventory control of all classified holdings, and re-keying KSV-21 Fortezza card for the COMSEC STE PHONE.
- Monitoring (CCTV) and alarm system for facility and POC for alarm system response.
- Administers Security Briefings and Debriefings along with scheduling Indoctrinations for employees.
- Develop and Implement Security education and security programs for classified workspace according to the NISPOM.
- Conduct incoming and outgoing visit requests through JPAS.
- Prepare and receive incoming classified/unclassified materials for transfer to worldwide locations.
- Prepares and maintains DD-254 files for Engility and subcontractor classified contracts.
- Developed and revised antiquated company security policies and procedures to confirm with DSS, DMDC, NISPOM, and customer compliance.
- Manage the tracking of statistical reports for investigation, personnel, and clearances through JPAS PSM NET.
- Issue courier authorization, and facility badges and maintain key control access to the facility according to HSPD-12.
- Create and organize information into written policy.
- Interface with government customers and employees regarding all security-related issues.
- Knowledge of various databases JPAS, E-QIP, E-FCL, PSM NET, and SIMs.
Security Specialist II
United States Investigations Services (USIS)/Health Human Services Federal (HHS)/OIG Government
Washington
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Request and analyze results of (Investigations Schedule Notices, Fingerprints Results and Entry of Duty (EOD) date.
- Tracking clearances using various government databases OPM, PIPS, DC II, and JPAS.
- Responsible for submission and reviewing of (SF86, SF85p, and Public Trust clearance) employees requiring personnel security clearance background investigation and PR investigation using JPAS and E-QIP.
- Responsible for issuing badges and implementing HSPD-12 (Homeland Security Presidential Directive) PIV badging and recertification to allow or terminate access to the Government Building.
- Ensure E-QIP is properly and accurately completed prior to submission to OPM.
- Responsible for 12,000 government employees, contractors, and new applicants to capture live fingerprints using a digital biometric fingerprint scanner or manually scanning fingerprint cards for compliance under the HSPD-12. Program in a timely manner.
- Responsible for preparing statistical data reports using E-QIP, and JPAS for new applicants and government employees’ status of termination in the system, or employees who have not touched their e-QIP application.
- Prepare visit requests for the Criminal Investigators’ visits to the FBI Headquarters.
FSO
Titan Systems/L-3 Communications (SAEG) Ship Aviation Engineering Group
Upper Marlboro
01.2003 - 01.2007
- Manage and maintain accountability, and inventory control of all classified holdings, including documents, and re-keying the COMSEC STU-II keys.
- Responsible for processing and submission of paperwork on employees requiring personnel security clearance background investigation and (PR) investigation via JPAS and e-QIP.
- Conduct periodic inspections, verification, and reviews of all Security, GFE, and Titan properties.
- Conduct Security Briefings and Debriefings.
- Conduct self-security audits and self-inspections for classified holdings in the workspace according to the NISPOM, and issues prior to (DSS) Inspections.
- Prepare classified materials for transfer to worldwide locations and receive incoming classified materials.
- Maintain DD-254 files for all classified contracts and subcontracts.
- Responsible for incoming/outgoing clearances, and visitor requests via JPAS or Faxes.
- Responsible for employee personnel security files and classified document control holding.
- Point of contact for ADT alarm activation notification and general access control to the facility.
Security/Data Analyst
Department of State
Washington
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Conduct FBI name check, Credit Check, OPM, and DC II applicants obtaining Security Clearance.
- Provided administrative support for Desk Officers and Adjudicators.
- Handle all classified routing mail and deliver to SA-1 and Main State Department.
- Prepare and generate statistical reports for Administrative Leaders.
- Open and close cases for background investigation eligibility.
- Pull cables from unclassified/classified database systems for investigators.
- Scanned fingerprints into FBI Database for criminal results and determine suitability.
- Responsible for Processing SF86 for Diplomatic Security officers and White House Clearances.
Administrative Assistant/Data Analyst
IBM Global Financing/Ranstad Temp Agency
Bethesda
09.2000 - 07.2001
- Receive information within the department and refer problems to appropriate personnel.
- Update and create spreadsheets using Lotus and Word Pro Documents.
- Create billing control numbers using host via client server and Internet research for products using the OEM guide.
- Updating COA’s (Certificate of Acceptance) database log.
- Import and export data from lotus notes spreadsheets into client-server.
- Ability to manage own desk and due dates established by an IBM administrator.
- Configure and modify invoices for packing contracts for DDC (Distribution Data Center).
- Data processing and verification of documents enter into a database.
Imaging Technician
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
Manassas
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Scan, prep, and assemble classified FBI and DEA records into a database for retrieval.
- Scan classified FBI and DEA records into electronic imaging optical system using Oracle database.
- Develop and maintain an electronic tracking log.
- Provided direction and technical resolutions to employees concerning PC hardware and software issues.
- Organize reports and make recommendations to management.
- Prepared charts, graphs, tables, and reports using various types of software programs.
Scanner Operator
Progressive Technology Federal Systems
Bethesda
01.1998 - 01.1999
- Provided workflow analysis, document preparation, indexing, scanning, OCR, image imports, and barcoding.
- Responsible for developing new and or improved standard operating procedures.
- Installed and configured software products on user workstations.
- Evaluated software for functionality and technical improvements.
- Trained staff members to operate microfiche scanners, large document scanners and workflow process.
- Make recommendations to management to purchase upgrade software based on the enhancement and improvements.
- Provided complete operation management and control over several high-volume projects.
- Scan Images into the database to be uploaded to the WEB in HTML format.
Principle Security Administrator/Facility Security Officer (FSO)/Manager
Applied Research Associates, Inc.
Arlington
10.2025
- Manage and supervise the day-to-day operations of physical security and personal security programs ensuring the program meets the customer security requirements of the 32 CFR Part 117 NISPOM Rules.
- Manage, screen, validate and process personnel for program level access.
- Managing and implementing physical security requirements, including oversight of personnel access, access control, intrusion detection and obtaining approval for open storage area.
- Ensuring audits are performed weekly on the IT collateral MUSA systems, collected and analyzed in accordance with DAPPM and security policy.
- Provided security oversight and guidance relative to 32 CFR Part 117 to identify areas for improvements within security policy, processes, and procedures.
- Assist the ISSM, and ISSO to ensure documentation (Policies) is updated and uploaded in eMass to ensure compliance with all IT secure systems.
- Collaborating with the ISSM/ISSO ensuring security training and certification requirements are met for all cleared employees accessing secure room.
- Collaborating with internal/external stakeholders to decrease associated risk to programs/technologies and support strategic initiatives.
- Maintain accountability of GSA containers (safes) including combo change, and combo Distribution.
- Administer COMSEC duties in line with the guidance from the appointed COMSEC manager.
- Able to identify issues and develop solutions for a variety of complex problems.
- Serve as a senior security liaison to the local DOD agencies (investigators, VRO, DCSA) and other external offices on matters related to processing high-level background investigations and enforcing security program discipline.
- Manage the oversight between both DOD and special access programs for government related agencies for security programs to ensure compliance between company security policies and procedures.
- Expert with managing the use of security databases, such as (DISS, NISS, NBIS, Access Commander, and ACCS) as part of Security functions.
- Executed visitors request paperwork, ensuring 100% accuracy and completeness.
- Expert with the DOD, 32 CFR Part 117, National Industrial Security Programs Operational Manual, Security Classification Guidance (SCG), DD254s, and other special access caveats, including (CNWDI, RD, FRD, and NATO).
- Knowledgeable of the ICD-705 policies and procedures for SCIF buildouts.
- Executed DD254 for approvals and flow down to Subcontractors.
- Conduct and Investigate security violations associated with loss, and compromise of classified information, and provide corrective action to prevent recurrence.
- Develop and implement or revise security Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) & (SPP), supporting Security Awareness Program.
- Prepare sponsorship packages for secure programs for INDOCs at the government Customer sites for SCIF access.
- Lead Defense Counterintelligence Security Agency (DCSA) self-inspection sand document control annually for risk mitigation to ensure NISPOM compliance.
- Coordinate with contracts with the closeout of all classified projects in accordance with 32 CFR Part 117 NISPOM rule.
- Collaborate with external and internal, accrediting officials, facilities management, and corporate stakeholders through the SAPF/SCIF accreditation process for construction.
- Manage accountability for classified holding in accordance with 32 CFR part 117 policy and procedure.
- Support Information System Security (ISSM) with overseeing the submission of DCSA accreditation packages in eMASS.
- Contribute with the physical security concepts to improve security in-depth posture accordance to the CMMC compliance requirements.
- Oversee and administer security education training; onboarding for new hires; escorting; conduct security briefing/debriefing and properly execute SF312 in the vetting process; badging, and CAC process.
- Overseeing and submitting foreign and international travel for approval.
- Submitting incidents reports to DCSA.
- Manage and maintain Intrusion Detection System (IDS) and access control and the UL2050 standards.
- Identify areas for improvement with current processes and develop security procedures.
- Manage the completion of the traditional STIG checklist as required in accordance with the approval process for SIPER.
- Manage and assist with the Classified data transfer process with the ISSM/ISSO
Education
M.S. - Information Assurance
Strayer University College
12.2022
B.A. - Criminal Justice/Concentration Cyber-Security
Strayer University College
06.2019
Skills
- Security policy development
- Compliance auditing
- Risk management
- Security clearance processing
- Data protection measures
- Personnel training programs
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Security incident reporting
- Sensitive information handling
- Access control management
- Security awareness programs
- Incident investigation
Phone
cell, (240) 786-8681
Additional Qualifications
- 2024, 705/ICD Physical Security Construction Build (705/ICD)
- 2019, Corporate Special Security Officer (CSSO)
- 2008, Prince George’s Community College for Criminal Justice/Cyber Security, Attended
- 2008, USIS (United States Investigation Services) Adjudication Training
- 2005, JCAVS / E-QIP Training
- 2004, Facility Security Officer Management (FSO) Training
- 2004, Essential of Industrial Security Mgmt. Independent
- 2003, Protecting Secret & Confidential Documents
- 1999, ICI Systems, Inc for MCSE (Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer)
- 1996, Career Training Institute for CNA/CNE Novell (NetWare 3.12)
Timeline
Principle Security Administrator/Facility Security Officer (FSO)/Manager
Applied Research Associates, Inc.
10.2025
FSO/CSSO
ABM Facility Support Services
11.2021 - 09.2021
Facility Security Officer (FSO)
Trace Systems
10.2021 - 03.2022
FSO
Meltech Corporation
10.2015 - 11.2018
FSO/Sr. Branch Unit Specialist
Engility/C4ISR
01.2008 - 01.2015
Security Specialist II
United States Investigations Services (USIS)/Health Human Services Federal (HHS)/OIG Government
01.2007 - 01.2008
FSO
Titan Systems/L-3 Communications (SAEG) Ship Aviation Engineering Group
01.2003 - 01.2007
Security/Data Analyst
Department of State
01.2001 - 01.2003
Administrative Assistant/Data Analyst
IBM Global Financing/Ranstad Temp Agency
09.2000 - 07.2001
Imaging Technician
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
01.1999 - 01.2000
Scanner Operator
Progressive Technology Federal Systems
01.1998 - 01.1999
M.S. - Information Assurance
Strayer University College
B.A. - Criminal Justice/Concentration Cyber-Security
Strayer University College