Christopher Zveare

Work history:

• Job Title: Director of Security and Government Compliance and FSO

  Company: NexTech Solutions LLC

  Period: August 2022 - March 2025

  Role Description:
  •   Administer security
    procedures (NISPOM, DoDM 5205.07 series, Intelligence Community Directive
    (ICD) 705, as they relate to operating in a classified environment for:
    personnel processing, media control, marking and control of documents /
    materials, security education, visitor control, destruction of classified
    for two locations. 

  · Mentors, coaches, and manages a team consisting of
  AFSO’s, and physical security team for multiple company cage code locations 

  · Initiates and makes hiring decisions for the Security
  group. 

  · Perform inspections and audits 

  · Oversee and implement procedures consistent with company
  policies, and the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual
  (NISPOM) 

  · Acquires resources for projects and processes, provides
  technical management of suppliers, and leads process improvements 

  · Manage subcontractor compliance with industrial security
  program requirements and regulations 

  · Oversees processing of new employee security clearances
  through DISS. Provides comprehensive security training, guidance/oversight 

  · Report security incidents to appropriate authorities and
  counsel/train employees in the resolution and prevention of security
  infractions/violations 

  · Maintain government security forms, such as Key
  Management Personnel (KMP) lists, Security Agreements (441’s and 441-1’s, etc.) 

  · Experience with SAP programs 

  · Maintain successful working relationships with
  government agencies and security offices of customers, serve as the primary
  interface for the DCSA 

  · Responsible for all aspects of facility security,
  including a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) managed by the
  Company 

  · Assisted with building SCIF at our facility with
  current ICD/ICS-705 policies and guidance. 

  · Experience with construction drawings  

  · Manage information systems security program, document
  control, visits requests, and physical security 

  · Manage employee security credentials and records, such
  as initial investigations and periodic reinvestigation, visit requests, access
  badges, Common Access Cards (CACS), and system access forms (SIRNet, NIRPNet,
  SAAR,etc.) 

  · The primary point of contact for the accreditation and
  inspection of the cleared facility and must participate in the Insider Threat
  Program 

  · The position will also serve as the NTS Facility
  Security Officer and interface regularly with corporate Executives, Customers
  and Contractors 

  · Manage and coordinate all staffing and technological
  requirements to support the physical security requirements of the Cage Code
  locations 

  · Oversee a Security guard force 

  · The primary Crisis Management contact 

  · Review, approve/contest, all invoices in support of
  physical security programs and requirements 

  · Manage scheduling and shifts of the AFSOs and Front Desk
  Support in accordance with contractual obligations for the NexTech Solutions;
  specifically, ensure open-up, close-up, and front desk support is optimal to
  meet the needs of the customers  

• Job Title: Electronic Surveillance Security Site Lead (Temp Job)

  Company: Quiet Professionals

  Period: June 2022 - August 2022

  Role Description:

   · Develops and provides
  training to local users of the ESS system. 

  · Explains to each user
  how to properly operate the ESS and IDS systems being installed. 

  · Provides ESS and IDS training to all assignedsecurity and supportpersonnel concerning day-to-day operations and
  special missions. 

  · Knowledgeable of all procedures for controlling, issuing,maintaining, and programming access control cards within
  the ESS system. 

  · Mentors, directs, and
  trains staff (7) 

  · Monitors the installation and maintenance of state-of-the-art intrusion detection systems (IDS) to ensure it is installed,
  maintained, supervised, and operates in accordance with 

  the current version of DoD Manual 5240.01. 

  · Ensures all sensors are tested periodically and account data is accurate, as well as serving
  as first line
  ESS systems administrator and maintenance manager and responsible for ensuring
  compliance of the ESS system by the contractor.  

• Job Title: Sr Security Analyst (Temp Job)

  Company: Raytheon Technologies

  Period: November 2021 - June 2022

  Role Description:

      Administer security
  procedures (NISPOM, DoDM 5205.07 series, Intelligence Community Directive
  (ICD) 705, and JSIG), as they relate to operating in a classified
  environment for: personnel processing, media control, marking and control
  of documents / materials, security education, visitor control, destruction
  of classified.  

  • Oversee Personnel Security responsibilities:
    maintain personnel files, process Program access Requests (PARs). 
  • Develop, prepare, and implement local Standard
    Operating Procedures (SOP), Operations Security (OPSEC) Plans, and
    proprietary test plans utilizing risk management principles. 
  • Support the testing, shipment, and storage of
    classified materials. 
  • Implement a media control program in accordance
    with JSIG requirements. 
  • Provide security oversight and management to
    subcontractors and suppliers via the DD Form 254 or other contractual
    methods. 
  • Maintain a secure facility in accordance with
    (IAW) ICD 705. 
  • Conduct and/or participate in internal reviews
    and/or Government inspections. 
  • Investigate security infractions/violations and
    prepare reports specifying the potential for loss or compromise and the
    associated risk to the program(s). 
  • Perform tasks as directed by the Security
    Manager. 
  • This position may require periodic overtime and
    weekend work depending on program needs. 
  • This position may involve travel on company
    business. 
  • A valid driver’s license is needed as this
    position may involve escorting individuals across business locations.  

• Job Title: Facility Security Officer

  Company: Far Ridgeline Engagements

  Period: October 2019 - October 2021

  Trainings, Certifications and Licences:

  • FSO Cert
  Role Description:

   · Administer security procedures (NISPOM, DoDM 5205.07 series, Intelligence Community
  Directive (ICD) 705, and JSIG), as they relate to operating in a classified
  environment for: personnel processing, media control, marking and control of
  documents / materials, security education, visitor control, destruction of
  classified. 

  · Process new employee security clearances 

  · Assist with all new employee onboarding tasks 

  · Track investigations and perform administrative support, including DISS (formerly
  JPAS), E-Quip, SF-86 and I-9 

  · Ensure document controlsecurity by safeguarding classified documents to the Top-Secret level in accordance with NISPOM
  and the government 

  · Process outgoing and incoming visit requests 

  · Audit entry and exit logs 

  · Oversee and assist FSO’s with self-inspection and review of security protocols 

  · Assist with new employee interviews 

  · Conduct security in-briefings and de-briefings relatedto security compartmented programs 

  · Update security data, run reports,provide quality controland use internal systems to issue badges 

  · Maintain and update security databases 

  · Perform all duties in the National Industrial Security System (NISS) 

  · Issue security related equipment, records receipts and supplies 

  · Provide security related guidance to all employees and management 

  · Maintain the physicalsecurity equipment relatedto the alarm system and respond to alarm activations  

• Job Title: Security Engineer

  Company: Central Intelligence Agency

  Period: December 2018 - October 2019

  Role Description:

   · Lead as ProjectManager and/or SystemsEngineer to supportPhysical and Technical Security Systems to detect and
  deter Surreptitious entry 

  · Understand and implement the Systems Development Life Cycle/ Application Development Life Cycle for
  projects 

  · Gather system requirements to create clear, concise, and accurate statementof work documentation 

  · Collaborate with other components of the Agency, and Intelligence Community 

  · Document projects and
  processes through technical writing, creating and documenting test plans and technicalediting/process improvements for products that were distributed worldwide via SharePoint 

  · Author, review and edit reports and technical drawings 

  · Support IT infrastructure in conjunction with contract support 

  · Perform testing on Locks, Alarm Systems and Video Systems 

  · Perform procurement and logistical functionsto purchase equipmentand/or ship to the
  field 

  · Regular use of Microsoft Office 

  · Carry out duties as Contracting Officer Technical Representative (COTR) 

  · Instructor Certification 

  · Work as a Data TransferOfficer, Asset management Officer and Encryption Custodian when needed.  

• Job Title: Deployed Security Officer- Team Lead

  Company: Central Intelligence Agency

  Period: April 2018 - December 2018

  Role Description:

    

  · Responsible for the safety and security of base and all personnel 

  · Enforce Agency/Base security policiesand procedures, personnel scheduling, investigate
  incidents/violations and produce applicable reports 

  · Maintain a periodic physical presence in all areas of the base facility 

  · Address movement policies,force protection, weaponsand weapons policiesand the protection of
  classified information 

  · Monitor all communications, assist in planningand tracking of all operations and movements of the Military and Gov on and off the base 

  · Maintain full accountability of the base personnel 

  · Process visitor requests 

  · Track room and radio assignments for all incoming and outgoing personnel 

  · Liaise with other Agencies, Military, and other intelligence community partners 

  · Lead, trained and advised various teams of Security Officers
   

  · Provide professional guidancefor all personnel regarding physicalsecurity issues or violations 

  · Institute process improvements when possible 

  · Daily use of Microsoft Office 

  · Provide securitybriefings and issuing/turn in of equipmentfor incoming and outgoing
  personnel 

  · Maintain 24-hourbase security and keep management apprised of any threats and emergencies 

  · Know and be able to execute base Emergency Action Plans 

  · Incident commander for all emergencies 

  · Repair any lock or alarm system problems 

  · Provide security for personnel enteringthrough a base entry gate located in a dangerous area 

  · Exercise discretion and need to know when handling and communicating privacy information involving personnel.  

• Job Title: Intel Educator

  Company: Central Intelligence Agency

  Period: May 2014 - April 2018

  Role Description:

    

  · Subject Matter Expert Instructor in the areas of
  Physical Security, Technical Security, Emergency Plans, Procedures and Readiness, Force Protection, GSA approved locks and
  Security containers, access control and security systems 

  · Served as lead instructor for more than half a dozen courses to include
  Insider Threat 

  · Train and mentor Jr. Instructors 

  · Stay abreast of developing and emerging technologies related to physicaland technical security as well
  as ICD 705 SCIF Accreditations plus NISPOM 

  · Design, modify and update lesson plans and curriculum as new technology comes, and outdated
  technology is no longer needed 

  · Deployed Security Officer Team Lead (Multiple TDY’s) 

  · Auxiliary Police Officer –
  Security Operations Center 

  · Design and distribute via SharePoint, instructional videos and step by step PowerPoint
  presentations for installation of security equipment 

  · Regular use of Microsoft Office 

  · Liaise with other offices within the Agency,other Agencies; FBI, FEMA, NRO, NSA,
  DNI, Dept. of Energy and Naval Surface Warfare Center and Intelligence
  Community Partners, run security clearance checks with Scattered castles, JPAS
  and other applications. 

  · Responsible for all aspects of training to include class setup, proper equipment operation, enough classroom materials, and
  administrative duties as needed
   

  · Be available to help past
  students via phone, computer or same time, with problems  

• Job Title: Physical and Technical Security Officer

  Company: Central Intelligence Agency

  Period: July 2009 - April 2014

  Role Description:

   · Served as the Acting Chief of Emergency Destruction of Classified Data
  and Material 

  · Lead Instructor for Emergency Readiness and Emergency Destruction Course 

  · Program Manager and Project manager for new destruction devices 

  · Created and completed multiple vendor projects and with different Agencies 

  · Deployed Security Officer Team Lead (Multiple TDY’s) 

  · Managed a multi-million-dollar yearly budget 

  · Responsible for all logistics duties - ordering,shipping, and trackingequipment worldwide 

  · Responsible for office vehicle fleet 

  · Regular use of Microsoft Office 

  · Author, review and edit technical drawings and reports 

  · Responsible for the installation, instruction,
  troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of locks, safes, alarm systems,
  emergency destruction equipment, access control and video camera (CCTV)
  equipment 

  · Attended Conferences and trade show to keep up with the
  latest and emerging products and technology for security and surveillance
  systems 

  · Facilitated technical exchange meetings, wrote, issued
  and edited technical reports, designs and bulletins to be distributed
  worldwide. 

  · Assist when needed, the Technical Surveillance Countermeasures Personnel 

  · Provide force protection surveys 

  · Assisted with Embassy evacuations 

  · Auxiliary Police Officer – Security Operations Center 

  · Understanding of physicaland technical securityregulations, policies, and procedures
  associated with Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs)  

• Job Title: Security Administrator

  Company: Central Intelligence Agency

  Period: April 2007 - July 2009

  Role Description:

    

  · Process the daily industrial government contractor polygraph exam schedule 

  · Communicate effectively with personnel to fill all exam times 

  · Inform management and Case Managers of any cancellations or changes to
  the schedules 

  · Substantive knowledge of administrative processes, software and procedures related to the Office
  of Security 

  · Auxiliary Police Officer – Security Operations Center 

  · Improved administrative processes whenever possible 

  · Daily use of Microsoft Office 

  · Provide prompt, courteousand informative responsesto both internal and external customers.  

• Job Title: Police Officer

  Company: Central Intelligence Agency

  Period: July 2003 - April 2007

  Role Description:

   · Graduated from the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, Glynco, Georgia 

  · Provide law enforcement as required by the 32 Code of Federal Regulations 

  · Provide medical response 

  · Enforce access control at compound and building entrances 

  · Process visitors 

  · Deployed Security Officer Team Lead (Multiple TDY’s) 

  · Conduct security checks of offices and buildings 

  · Provide physical protection for personnel who could be in physical danger 

  · Identify and neutralize potentially dangerous security problems or threats 

  · Investigate unsolicited contacts by individuals that
  arrive at the compounds who are unauthorized to be present 

  · Respond promptly to the needs of the Agency populaceas needed. Participated in contract negotiations for products and services  

Education:

• George Mason University

  Bachelor's Degree – Management Information Systems and Decision Sciences

  Period: August 1997 - July 2002