1. BONITA SHANAHAN
13049 Harvest Place • Clifton, VA 20124
bonnie.shanahan@gmail.com • 703.502.8398 h • 571.748.9057 c
FACILITY SECURITY OFFICER (FSO)
Multi-Facility Security Management / Facility Clearance Requirements / Security Implementation Procedures
Personnel and Physical Security / Classified Information Protection / Staff Training and Instruction
Certified and solutions-focused professional with nearly eight years of experience developing and directing highly
effective security programs. Analytical and detail-oriented leader with proven expertise in coordinating recruiting
and hiring, processing new employees, conducting periodic reviews of current personnel, and communicating
clearance statuses to senior management.
Solid history of success in creating successful security programs, enhancing facility and employee safety, and
improving workflow and efficiency. Exceptionally loyal and dedicated team player with Top Secret Security
Clearance and proficiency in eQIP, JPAS, JCAVS, JAMS, ISFD, and SWFT government databases.
Areas of Expertise:
• Program Development and Implementation
• Employee Security Clearances
• Security Training and Briefings
• Document and Visitor Control
• Vehicle Management and Reporting
• National Protective Security Requirements
• National Industrial Security Program (NISP)
• Department of Defense (DoD) Contracts
• Department of State (DoS) Contracts
• NATO Contracts
• Violation and Incident Reporting
• Facility Communications Liaison
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
CREATIVE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC. – Arlington, VA
Human Resources Generalist (11/2011 to Present)
Drive all HR activities serving the Program Management Office and third-party contract personnel, including
employment, labor relations, benefits administration, professional training and development, and the enforcement
of company regulations.
Coordinate the onboarding and orientation of new hires, ensuring the accurate completion and filing of tax forms
and other essential documentation. Maintain HR information system records and prepare accurate reports. Write
and post job descriptions for new staff recruitment and oversee ongoing job performance evaluations and
corrective measures.
♦ Administer company benefits (medical, dental, transportation, etc.); liaise between employees, insurance
brokers, insurance carriers, and other third-party service providers.
♦ Educate staff on essential administrative functions, including the proper completion of time sheets,
vacation requests, and more.
♦ Process employee resignations and firing, coordinating severance packages and following up on final
payments.
Facility Security Officer (FSO) / Security Department Manager (11/2011 to Present)
Responsible for serving as FSO and Manager of Security Department and related programs for large contract
with Department of State as well as multiple additional contracts.
Supervise and direct security, asset management, office staff. Communicate new employee status to Human
Resources. Conduct security briefings during personnel orientations. Provide FSO certification of training for
possessing company. Establish and maintain working relationship with Defense Security Service (DSS) and
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Department of State (DoS) to file clearance paperwork and perform periodic evaluations of current employees.
Review all security paperwork for accuracy, completeness, and submission via eQIP system.
♦ Entrusted to oversee Datawatch and Kastle card key activation/deactivation program for all company
employees in three different locations.
♦ Successfully cleared new facilities and offered expert management of DoS and DSS inspections.
JACOBS STRATEGIC SOLUTIONS GROUP, INC. – Chantilly, VA
Facility Security Officer (FSO) (02/2005 to 11/2011)
Developed, implemented, and managed superior security program, based on National Industrial Security Program
Operating Manual (NISPOM), with a focus on problem solving and customer interaction for 300 cleared
employees of Information Technology (IT) corporation.
Served as FSO for three cleared facilities including JSSG, Ann Arbor, and Sytel. Supported Human Resources
(HR) in new employee orientations, conducted security briefings, and presented security awareness training.
Processed personnel security clearances utilizing eQIP system. Followed up on processed clearances to
communicate status to managers for specific contracts. Performed periodic clearance reviews for current
employees. Instructed staff in proper completion of security paperwork. Maintained document and visitor control.
Prepared visit requests for cleared personnel. Issued and accounted for employee and visitor badges. Provided
multiple contract vehicle management, task order notifications, and reporting. Directed administrative functions for
organization of 70+ employees. Coordinated and oversaw recruiting, hiring, and payroll approval. Managed all
security files and documentation in compliance with DSS requirements. Analyzed all security paperwork for
accuracy and completeness and assisted in submission via eQIP system. Acted as communications liaison for
organization, projected a positive public image, and composed internal and external correspondence.
♦ Recognized for developing and directing sound security program based on NISPOM.
♦ Assisted in improving overall safety and security as active member of Safety Committee.
♦ Conducted extensive research and presented findings to senior management regarding individual agency
clearance requirements in support of new business development opportunities.
♦ Expertly prepared, executed, and maintained plans for protection of proprietary company private,
classified, and export-controlled information.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Security Specialist & Executive Assistant (2004 to 2005) for Technology Advancement Group, Dulles VA
System Administration Specialist (2000 to 2004) for Johnston McLamb, Chanitlly, VA
Court Reporter (1981 to 1991) for A-Plus Court Report, Houston, TX
EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS
DALLAS COURT REPORTING COLLEGE, Houston, TX – Certified Shorthand Reporter (CSR)
Certification: Facility Security Officer (FSO) Certification, Top Secret Security Clearance
Formal Training: FSO Role in the National Industrial Security Program (NISP), Personnel Security in the NISP,
NISP Reporting Requirements, NISP Visit Procedures, Threat Awareness and Counterintelligence, Facility
Clearances, Security Education, Security Reviews and Self-Inspections, Introduction to Information Security,
Safeguarding Classified Information in the NISP
Technical Proficiencies: Government Databases (eQIP, JPAS, JCAVS, JAMS, ISFD, SWFT), GWAC
Processing, SharePoint, Costpoint, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access)
Professional Associations: ISAC – Local Society for Industrial Security Professionals, NCMS – National Society
of Industrial Security Professionals