Dennis Hueston is a security specialist with over 7 years of experience providing strategic security solutions and services. He has a SECRET security clearance and is a US citizen. He is experienced in managing security operations including access control, perimeter security, emergency response, and security training. Hueston has a bachelor's degree in organizational security and management and holds professional qualifications including CPR/AED certification and security guard instructor certification.
Using automation to improve the effectiveness of security operationsHuntsman Security
IA Practitioners 2014 event presentation on security automation using advanced technologies, threat intelligence, behavioural anomaly detection and incident response workflows
Using automation to improve the effectiveness of security operationsHuntsman Security
IA Practitioners 2014 event presentation on security automation using advanced technologies, threat intelligence, behavioural anomaly detection and incident response workflows
1. Dennis Hueston
Clearance: SECRET
United States Citizen
5209 Tattler CT Waldorf, MD 20603
202-230-7724 • Dennis.Hueston@gmail.com
SECURITY SPECIALIST
Highly qualified security professional offering7+years of expertise in providingstrategic security solutions and services in supportof
client missions. Known for providing excellent service guided by core values of ethics, trust, partnership and quality. Experienced in
managing contract security service providers and works independently to pursue the highest in security standards. Demonstrated
knowledge of business continuity principles,risk management, incident management and crisismanagement. Posses ses a customer
service focus with excellent interpersonal skills and solid oral and written communication skills. Interacts effectively with staff at all
levels, including senior line management and executive level managers. Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite and
knowledgeable of TCP and IP networking as well. Developed competencies in:
Access Control Systems & Supervision
Site Security Daily Operations
Perimeter Security Supervision and Management
Asset Protection
Workplace Violence Prevention
Emergency Response Leadership
First Responder Skills
Security Operations Training and Development
Emergency Response Plans & Evacuation Procedures
Team Leadership
AWARDS and RECOGNITIOIN
Several Letters of Appreciation for Service, Missile Defense Agency, Ft. Belvoir and Dahlgren
US Air Force Achievement Medal 1 Oak Leaf Cluster
US Air Force Commendation Medal 3 Oak Leaf Clusters
US Air Force Meritorious Medal
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Site Security Manager, Missile Defense Agency Headquarters • Oct 2011 to Present • ManTech International Corporation •5700
18th street building245,Fort Belvoir,VA 22060 • Supervisor(s):Greg Moultrie,571-231-8252;may contact
Providethorough access control supervision for the Defense Manpower Data Center (DMDC) applicationsviaconsistent
implementation of organizational security standards,policies and practices.
Manage processingof both initial clearances for new hires and renewals for existingstaff and subcontractors.
Utilizesecurity systems and databaseapplications such asfingerprintverification to in-process staff and visitors on site.
Ensure provision of outstandingclientservice;projectingprofessionalismand communication skillsatall times.
Guide, manage and supervisesubordinates on special accessprograms to includeinformation security,physical security,
operations security and information technology security.
Site Lead, Missile Defense Agency Headquarters • Mar 2011 to Present • ManTech International Corporation •7799 Leesburg Pike,
Falls Church,VA 22043 • Supervisor(s):Greg Moultrie,571-231-8252;may contact
Responsiblefor overseeing the implementation of all operational safety and security programs for the purposeof providing
protection and a safeand secureenvironment for all MissileDefense Agency facilities,employees and visitors.
UtilizeJPAS in the processingof visitauthorization requests as needed.
Providemanagement and technical oversightto contractemployees/security officers.Ensure complete certification packets for
each security personnel.
Coordinateinvestigations,auditcurrentsecurity and safety conditions,and conductthreat assessments.
Facilitateresponseand incidentmanagement to address threats directed toward any employee, physical assetor resource.
Collaboratewith internal and external Security Operations Center (SOC) partners to develop security awareness and education
programs and material.
Deliver trainingon security topics,assistin the coordination of security services to supportplanned and unplanned operati ons
and support incidentinvestigation efforts.
Maintain strongrelationshipsand effective communication across all operational departments. Ensure the security and safety
programs supportthe direction of the operations.
2. Assistant Operations Manager, Federal Office Building 2 • Oct 2007 to Feb 2011 • ManTech International Corporation •7799
Leesburg Pike, Falls Church,VA 22043 • Supervisor(s):Vernon Robinson,703-975-2526;may contact
Worked closely with the SOC Operations Manager to oversee a network of internal security staff and contractsecurity vendors
and ensured consistentsafeguardingof assets,intellectual property and critical systems as well as the physical safety of
employees and visitors.
Managed the development and implementation of the security policy,standards,guidelines and procedures to ensur e ongoing
maintenance of security.
Ensured that standard procedures for all security-related issuesarein placeand periodically updated,whilemonitoring security
policies,programs or procedures to ensure compliancewith internal security policies,government security requirements and
directives.
Planned,developed and implement security plans and programs such as Emergency Response and CrisisManagement, Physical
Security, Information Protection, Investigation,Employee Education and Awareness.
Conducted sitereviews, wrote auditand review reports and made recommendations to management.
Swing Shift Supervisor, Dahlgren Facility • Jul 2007 to Oct 2007 • The Cougar Group Ltd •17211 Avenue D, suite160 Dahlgren VA,
22448 • Supervisor(s):Wilbur L.Dargan, 540-663-1994;may contact
Ensured quality of serviceand contractcomplianceby regularly inspectingand auditingoperational procedures,security
personnel performance and emergency procedures.
Performed administrativerelated functions including determination of manning requirements, work delegation, performance
review, employee disciplineas well as trainingand development.
Oversawthe staffing,schedulingand on-sitetrainingfor security officers.
Various Security Positions, Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) • Aug 2006 to Oct 2007 • Ares Group, Inc. • 5600 Columbia
Pike # 801 Falls Church,VA 22041
Planned and assisted in the consistentapplication of the agency’s Physical Security Program,Physical Security and Antiterrorism
Plan and the Security Operation Center Standard Operating Procedures.
Served as on-shiftSecurity Officer and managed 9 personnel across 2 shifts of duty.
Handled complex security issues and assessments such as security incidents and critical incidents.
Monitored and maintained security perimeter access control and CCTV systems at the facility.
Managed various administrativeduties includingbroad supportservices,routineanalysisto assigned unit,collectingdata,
generating reports, participatingin security housecalls,maintainingdata sources for departmental records and respondingto
information and supportrequests.
Made recommendation to, coordinated and enforced policy and procedural changes related to physical security.
Early professional experiences
Command and Control Theater Battle Operations Scheduler and Coordinator • Aug 2002 to Aug 2005
Weapons Tactics Coordinator and Scheduler • Sep 1993 to Jul 2002
Air Force Combat Operations Staff • Sep 1988 to Aug 1993
Air Warning and Control Surveillance • Aug 1985 to Aug 1988
EDUCATION and PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Bachelor of Science in Organizational Security and Management, University of Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ, 2013
Non Commissioned Officer Academy, Kapaun Air Station, Germany, 2004
Non-Commissioned Officer Leadership School, 1990
Basic Military Training School, 1985
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
CPR/AED Certification, 2017
GSA Level 1, 2006
Unarmed Security Course Instructor, Department of Criminal Justice Services, 2018
Unarmed Security, Division of Criminal Justice Services, 2006