Security

Physical Security Information Management (PSIM):  Evaluated RFP responses covering: (hardware) support of redundant and/or clustered hardware to enable server failover capabilities, hardware neutral solution for major components such as servers, and commercially available with no customized components; (network) support of SNMPv2 and SNMPv3 for network management Active Directory integration, ability to dynamically push alarm queue information using UDP or other connectionless protocol to a specified IP address or Active Directory FQN, and direct support of multicast connections; (modular features (alarm, video, voice)) that allow users access to only designated modules; modules configured by personnel with administrator level access, ability to add systems without need to take down or reconfigure the system, and a direct relationship with the vendor without intermediate contractors; (client-side reporting) tools made available from the user interface allowing users to create reports on information, contact directory, search features for persons, access permissions, alarm activation events, logged messages, data information change requests with validation notices for contacts and alarm information; (management requirements) extensive logging features allowing access to all logs, alarm events, and user actions contained within a management database using SQL, web based or centralized management interface(s); (software requirements) preference of .Net based solutions, Windows Server 2008R2 and/or Windows 7 Professional or higher, software development kit included, and Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2 or 2012 for relational database; (integration requirements) CCure 800/8000/9000, Genetec Omnicast 4.8 and 5.0 and later, Zenitel IP based intercom solutions, SIP VOIP protocol based devices; Cisco Communicator, and others; (mapping) Hierarchical mapping for alarms and cameras, Zoom features to allow users to zoom in on site and building floor plans, Alarms, intercom, and cameras represented by icons displayed on site and building floor plans, System required compatibility with files from AutoCAD 2004 or later, Raster, Vector, and 3D Vector formats, Floor plan tagging (construction, maintenance activity, etc.).

Enterprise Access Control Upgrades:  Directed 50+ security projects encompassing design, engineering, lab testing, installation, and final acceptance for Software House CCure 800/8000.  Currently project director for a system-wide upgrade project from CCure 800/8000 to CCure 9000.  Supporting infrastructure includes Single/Multi-mode fiber connections, Cat5/6 cabling, iStar Classic and Edge devices, etc.

Electronic Access Control:  Directed 40+ projects encompassing design, engineering, lab testing, installation, and final acceptance of access control systems ranging from one, high-assurance card reader (HID Proximity) installation to building-wide (200+ readers, i-stars, etc.) renovations and new installations.  System deployments ranged from medium security facilities to high-security Armory storage areas and Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIF) throughout the U.S. Capitol and federal office buildings belonging to Congress and the Senate; geographically separated facilities within the NCR (utilizing communications equipment subject to COMSEC guidelines); and, a leased facility owned by the GSA.

Intrusion Detection (IDS): Directed 40+ projects encompassing design, engineering, lab testing, installation, and final acceptance of IDS’ ranging from small deployments of a single-room or inner-suite IDS to multi-tiered data centers, and systems supporting full-building SCIF accreditations.  System deployments ranged from medium security storage facilities to high-security Armory storage areas and Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIF) throughout the U.S. Capitol and federal office buildings belonging to Congress and the Senate; geographically separated facilities within the NCR (utilizing communications equipment subject to COMSEC guidelines); and, a leased facility owned by the GSA.

Visual surveillance (CCTV): Direct campus-wide CCTV lifecycle project encompassing design, engineering, lab testing, installation, and final acceptance for 1300+ CCTV camera systems required to interface with Genetec VMS.  Installed and tested new hardware in a test lab environment to support a project deploying new Bosch CCTV solutions utilizing wireless communication solutions.  Directed 20+ projects to install CCTV monitoring capabilities ranging from a single camera installation to building-wide (200+ cameras) renovations and new installations.  Utilized BVMS in a test lab environment to support a project deploying 15 new Bosch CCTV solutions.  Supporting infrastructure includes Single/Multi-mode fiber connections, Cat5/6 cabling, Cisco Network equipment, in-line surge protectors, IP Power injectors, etc.  System deployments ranged from medium security storage facilities to high-security Armory storage areas and Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIF) throughout the U.S. Capitol and federal office buildings belonging to Congress and the Senate; geographically separated facilities within the NCR (utilizing communications equipment subject to COMSEC guidelines); and, a leased facility owned by the GSA.

Under-Vehicle Inspection:  Directed 4 projects encompassing design, and engineering of various under-vehicle inspection systems ranging from a single under-vehicle inspection sensor to upgrade a under-vehicle inspection system at an RDF with multiple screening locations and adding the ability to send vehicle screening information (live/recorded (utilizing communications equipment subject to COMSEC guidelines)) to agency command and control center.

Mass Notification: Directed campus-wide Public Address System lifecycle project encompassing design, engineering, lab testing, installation, and final acceptance for a full lifecycle replacement of end-of-life PAS in all Capitol Facilities.  System deployment includes 10 buildings, ranging from 2 to 7 floors and rooftop speakers, totaling over 10,000 speakers throughout the U.S. Capitol and federal office buildings belonging to Congress and the Senate, and geographically separated facilities within the NCR.

Biometric and Multi-modal Authentication:  Currently direct multiple projects encompassing design, testing, and engineering of various system capabilities for possible future deployments.  System deployments will range from medium security storage facilities to high-security Armory storage areas and Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIF) throughout the U.S. Capitol and federal office buildings belonging to Congress and the Senate; geographically separated facilities within the NCR (utilizing communications equipment subject to COMSEC guidelines); and, a leased facility owned by the GSA.

Computer Aided Dispatch:  Direct campus-wide security projects encompassing design, engineering, lab testing, installation, and final acceptance for 1300+ CCTV camera systems, Access Control and Intrusion Detection Systems, etc. integrated through a mapping function for emergency services dispatch.

Operations Center Collaboration Visualization Systems:  Current direct a multi-option, multi-year upgrade project encompassing design, engineering, lab testing, installation, and final acceptance for a full lifecycle replacement of end-of-life CCTV control system in the Headquarters of the US Capitol Police.  Project includes deployment of new video wall and other audio controls including video teleconferencing and other geographically separated facilities within the NCR (utilizing communications equipment subject to COMSEC guidelines).

Physical security:  Directs design specifications for new physical and electronic information technology equipment and systems.  Ensures staff adapts system designs to perform new or different functions, test and evaluate new systems and recommend modifications, acquisitions and test procedures designed to enhance the performance of the Capitol's physical, electronic and IT security systems including: personnel, vehicle, cargo, and parcel screening systems; ballistic rated glass, booths, kiosks, and mobile shields; blast-resistant waste receptacles; and, doors, locks, and door hardware.  Provides guidance and direction to the Architect of the Capitol and interfaces with the Sergeants-at-Arms for projects impacting Capitol security systems, including passive and active barriers, turnstiles, fencing, bollards, gates, traffic control gate arms and anti-vehicle barriers, as well as supporting infrastructure including cabling for electrical and information technology; trenching, grading, utilities, and conduit placement.

Software House (CCURE):  Directed multiple security projects encompassing design, installation, and final acceptance for a new deployment of Software House CCure 9000 at the new Consolidated Headquarters for DHS

Electronic security systems, Access Control:  Directed multiple projects encompassing design, testing, installation, and final acceptance of access control systems ranging from one, high-assurance card reader (AMAG Proximity) installation to design of a campus-wide deployment consisting of thirty five (35) nationally registered, historic buildings, and new construction.  System deployment ranged from medium security facilities to high-security Armory storage areas and Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIF) throughout the Consolidated Headquarters campus.

Intrusion Detection (IDS):  Directed multiple projects encompassing design, testing, installation, and final acceptance of IDS’ ranging from small deployments of a single-room or inner-suite IDS to multi-tiered data centers, and systems supporting full-building SCIF accreditations.  System deployments ranged from medium security storage facilities to high-security Armory storage areas and Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIF) throughout the Consolidated Headquarters campus.

Visual surveillance (CCTV):  Directed 20+ projects to install CCTV monitoring capabilities ranging from a single camera installation to building-wide (200+ cameras) new installations.  System deployments ranged from medium security storage facilities to high-security Armory storage areas and Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIF) throughout the Consolidated Headquarters campus.

Identity, Credential, and Access Management:  As a founding member of the DHS Visitor Management Working Group, acted as a senior technical representative, analyzing and interpreting security policies and directives from all 22 DHS components and across the government with special regard to identity, credential, and access management.  Proposed new program initiatives through defining new/enhanced program needs, from changing functional requirements, strategic objectives, and new technology, to incorporating new laws, regulations, executive orders, and DHS policy directives.  As the Chief, Visitor Management Branch, interfaced with prime contractors and acted as the single point of review for the Technical Infrastructure Program’s (TIP) Visitor Management systems and Adaptive Re-Use security designs and proposals for St Elizabeth’s Campus operations.

Physical security:  Managed design specifications for new physical and electronic information technology equipment and systems throughout the St. Elizabeth’s Campus for the DHS.  Projects included: personnel, vehicle, cargo, and parcel screening systems; ballistic rated glass, booths, kiosks, and mobile shields; blast-resistant waste receptacles; and, doors, locks, and door hardware.  Provided guidance and direction to the General Services Administration Project Manager(s) for projects impacting security systems, including passive and active barriers, turnstiles, fencing, bollards, gates, traffic control gate arms and anti-vehicle barriers, as well as supporting infrastructure including cabling for electrical and information technology; trenching, grading, utilities, and conduit placement.

Electronic security systems, Access Control:  Managed 10+ projects encompassing design, engineering, installation, and final acceptance of access control systems ranging from one, high-assurance card reader (HID Proximity) installation to building-wide (50+ readers, i-stars, etc.) renovations and new installations.  System deployments ranged from medium security facilities to high-security Armory storage areas and Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIF) throughout the NCR and across the CONUS (including leased facilities owned by the GSA).

Intrusion Detection (IDS): Managed 15+ projects encompassing design, engineering, lab testing, installation, and final acceptance of IDS’ ranging from small deployments of a single-room or inner-suite IDS to multi-tiered data centers, and systems supporting full-building SCIF accreditations.  System deployments ranged from medium security facilities to high-security Armory storage areas and Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIF) throughout the NCR and across the CONUS (including leased facilities owned by the GSA).

Visual surveillance (CCTV): Managed 20+ projects to install CCTV monitoring capabilities ranging from a single camera installation to building-wide (200+ cameras) renovations and new installations.  System deployments ranged from medium security facilities to high-security Armory storage areas and Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIF) throughout the NCR and across the CONUS (including leased facilities owned by the GSA).

Physical security:  Served as point of authority for multiple, multifaceted physical security projects from planning throughout the full project life cycle.  Directly responsible for both project and supply chain management duties that spanned budgeting and funding allocations, procurement of goods and services from architects and project teams, client management and forecasting.  Served as spokesperson to Diplomatic Security leadership and management as well as other federal agencies at meetings and briefings on personnel, vehicle, cargo, and parcel screening systems; ballistic rated glass, booths, kiosks, and mobile shields; blast-resistant waste receptacles; and, doors, locks, and door hardware.  Provided guidance and direction for projects impacting Dept. of State security systems, including passive and active barriers, turnstiles, fencing, bollards, gates, traffic control gate arms and anti-vehicle barriers, as well as supporting infrastructure including cabling for electrical and information technology; trenching, grading, utilities, and conduit placement.  Responsible for maintaining local fire and building code requirements through work with local authorities in Detroit, MI, Tucson, AZ, New Orleans, LA and Washington DC

Electronic security systems, Access Control:  Managed 15+ projects encompassing design, engineering, installation, and final acceptance of access control systems ranging from one, high-assurance card reader (AMAG Proximity) installation to building-wide (50+ readers, i-stars, etc.) renovations and new installations.  System deployments ranged from medium security facilities to high-security storage areas and Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIF) throughout the NCR in 65+ leased facilities.

Intrusion Detection (IDS): Managed 15+ projects encompassing design, engineering, lab testing, installation, and final acceptance of IDS’ ranging from small deployments of a single-room or inner-suite IDS to multi-tiered data centers, and systems supporting full-building SCIF accreditations.  System deployments ranged from medium security facilities to high-security storage areas and Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIF) throughout the NCR in 65+ leased facilities.

Visual surveillance (CCTV): Managed 5 projects to install CCTV monitoring capabilities ranging from a single camera installation to garage-wide (20+ cameras) new installations.  System deployments ranged from medium security facilities to high-security storage areas and Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIF) throughout the NCR in 65+ leased facilities.

Physical security:  Responsible for the direct supervision of multiple projects and implementation of security policies and operating procedures for the Pentagon Renovation effort as well as security for 65 leased facilities throughout the National Capitol Region (NCR).  Duties included the relationship management of government procurement projects in relation to assigned projects through the evaluation of commercially available physical security equipment including personnel, vehicle, cargo, and parcel screening systems; ballistic rated glass, booths, kiosks, and mobile shields; blast-resistant waste receptacles; and, doors, locks, and door hardware.  Served as the principal Point-of-Contact with Pentagon Renovation teams regarding future building renovations and evaluated the impact of such renovations on existing security systems including passive and active barriers, turnstiles, fencing, bollards, gates, traffic control gate arms and anti-vehicle barriers, as well as supporting infrastructure including cabling for electrical and information technology; trenching, grading, utilities, and conduit placement.