Alma Coleman

Communicates assignments, projects, problems to be solved, actionable events, milestones, program issues under review, deadlines and time frames for completion. Coaches the team in the selection and application of appropriate problem solving methods and techniques, advises on work methods, practices and procedures, and assists in identifying the parameters of a viable solution. Provides leadership for the team in identifying, distributing, and balancing workload and tasks to team members in accordance with established work flow, skill level, and/or occupational specialization. Provides oversight to security specialists on local procedures for delegation and exercise of classification and declassification authority; development of classification guidance, document marking, safeguarding, and use; personnel access controls; need to know criteria; physical storage and control; and transmitting, transferring, reproducing, downgrading, and destroying information. Analyzes difficult and complex situations or problems to determine the applicability of established methods, the need to digress from normal methods and techniques, the need to temporarily waive security and investigative standards, or whether specific kinds of waivers can be justified. Consistently reviews internal security procedures and security training of contractors to determine their compliance with the requirements and terms of security agreements and the practices for safeguarding classified material and other security provisions. Works with topics and subject matter experts from a broad range of functional areas across all services, defense agencies, other Federal agencies, and a cross-section of the US industrial and academic sectors.

Co-leads team of 12 employees responsible for oversight and administration of SAP life-cycle management staff actions (establishments, realignments, apportionments, disestablishments, AMPS, AAA delegation) supporting DAF Special Access Programs. Ensures DAF SAP compliance with National Security construct and initiates/manages research studies, inquiries, & sensitive reviews for DAF seniors. Supports SECAF/CSAF as directed. Ensures efforts are aligned with DAF SAPCO's mission and goals by providing and implementing Director's strategic vision in a constantly changing environment. Increases accountability and improves external awareness for the DAF SAP enterprise by leading the creation of comprehensive metrics/reports/presentations on current DAF SAP policy, management, and oversight. Oversees planning, scheduling, agenda build, and Director pre-brief for the DAF SSWG. Active member of the Workplace Advisory Council. Promotes an inclusive workplace and encourages the development of subordinate employees. Facilitates teamwork and supports the diplomatic, professional, and timely resolution of conflicts.

Lead action officer for SAP lifecycle management. Executes authority & responsibility for AF policies, plans & programs relating to security, special access program (SAP) oversight & information protection to include collective processes & implementation of risk management/mitigation actions instituted to prevent loss or compromise of sensitive/classified information. Assists in the development of policies and plans to integrate and coordinate execution for all organization functions and activities. Achieved DAF SAP process improvement changes for greater accountability and increased oversight for DAF SAP policy management -achieved buy in from stake holders for improved coordinated auditing procedures. Plans and schedules work in a manner that promotes a smooth flow and even distribution. Balances workload and provides advice, guidance, and direction on a wide range of (functional area) and administrative issues. Provides advice to supervisors of significant issues and problems related to work accomplishment. Establishes metrics and analysis systems to ensure actions are timely and reviewed at critical points. Organized several highly visible HAF/SAF coordination meetings/VTCs involving multiple HAF/SAF flag officers enabling them to perform critical strategic decision making for the Department of the Air Force. Delivers broad-scope, in-depth analysis and recommended solutions for new initiatives, identified challenges, and opportunities for improvement. Organized first DAF Women's Security Summit with 300 attendees and12 speakers from various agencies in the DoD.

Supervised 5-member joint team in delivering centralized facility logistics & IT specifications featuring 2,000 Joint clients in $100M CJCS SCIF. Developed and maintained SCI security policies for all disciplines, including physical, personnel and information security in the nation’s largest SCIF. Provided counsel and guidance to Special Security Officers throughout the JS for National Military Command Center (NMCC) access. Managed the Visitor Access Control program ensuring personnel and physical security for the facility, along with nuclear C2 teams during routine/crisis operations. Conducted weekly security audits on visiting personnel to ensure policies were being followed/maintained. Provided daily updates to electronic equipment escort roster identifying equipment authorized for entry. Tracked and reported to appropriate senior officials the status of pending security actions; maintained awareness of new security developments and made recommendations regarding security issues when needed. Provided expert knowledge to develop internal methods used in efforts to reduce security violations/infractions with tenant organizations. Summarized data and/or composed necessary correspondence/leads to the appropriate office for initiation of investigations, outlining background of individual cases, advising of information obtained, and defining security concerns and violations. Governed the NMCC VIP process. Directed escort teams and tour procedure meetings with personnel and provided direction and guidance of their responsibilities. Facilitated infrastructure & resource configuration for 23 NMCC multi-agency tenants responsible for 32 unique mission sets. Coordinated daily with PFPA and MSF any security concerns, policies, VIP visits or procedures. Facilitated and coordinated with J-Dir MILSEC offices with foreign national requests. Developed/updated existing security forms to match current/changing policy and instructional directives.

Managed visitor/access control programs for 2,000 assigned personnel/8 directorates & ensured critical info protection. Oversaw access rosters to the National Military Command Center and ensures security of sensitive national NC2 assets. Verified eligibility and accesses for visitors and couriers prior to badge issuance or temporary visits to the Joint Staff. Administered all office workflow to relating to personnel and physical security, training, inspections; briefs personnel. Provided JPAS support to include input of clearance levels, review of access levels, pass clearances, produce reports, track Single Scope Background Periodic Reinvestigation (SBPR) dates and conduct other transactions. Conducted foreign travel briefs; identified/advised on potential security threats abroad. Evaluated and analyzed requests for investigations concerning security clearances, requirements, violations, and assessments. Reviewed and determined the adequacy of investigations and other data collected and finalize packets for submission to Office of Personnel Management (OPM) by the Personnel Security Manager Indoctrination Support.

Provided security support for Special Access Program Central Office (SAPCO) on all security matters. Delivered guidance for the customer’s security structure operations and ensured all DoD regulations, policies and procedures were followed. Inspection Team Member. Ensured all facility Information System Security Plans, Standard Operating Procedures, and Fixed Facility Checklists documentation currency. Responsible for tracking, notifying and performing annual SAP security refresher training and SAP Nomination Process updates to the Joint Staff personnel and entering information into Defense Common Access Database System (DCADS). Conducted Program Indoctrination Agreements and debriefs. Processed and tracked System Access Requests for JS personnel and Combatant Commands. Designated Trainer by DoD SAPCO for CHINSTRAP, DCADs, and CASTS. Scheduled VTC briefings, processed visit certifications, and meeting requests. Controlled and protected the secure document control system for 1,500 classified materials. Oversaw accountability and control of the designated documents on a daily basis. Updated Information Security briefs and track SF 700 Security container combinations.