Penny Anderson

Experience

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  US Army

  Jun 1981 - Jun 1987

  Served as point of contact for numerous military police, headquarters and German government organizations on matters related to security and espionage directed against the U.S. Conducted numerous vulnerability assessments for sensitive U.S. military facilities in Europe. Conducted background investigations on behalf of the Defense Investigative Service. Prepared reports of investigation based upon these investigations. (Note: Served an additional three years as a reservist)

  • Counterintelligence Special Agent

    Jun 1984 - Jun 1987

  • UH-1H Helicopter Crewchief

    Jun 1981 - Jun 1984
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  Hughes Aircraft Company

  Jan 1989 - Dec 1989

  Security Inspector (Investigator)

  Served as Security Inspector (Investigator) in the Personnel/Information Section of the Industrial Security Department of Hughes Aircraft Company Ground Systems Group. Certified as a DISP Facility Security Officer (FSO).

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  Federal Aviation Administration

  May 1990 - Apr 2002

  Served as the National Program Manager responsible for the overall management and administration of the FAA Security Foreign Airport Assessment Program covering more than 100 countries. Served as Regional Desk Officer in the Office of Security Operations, International Operations Division. Served as Policy Development Specialist in the Office of Policy and Planning. Developed and Interpreted written security policy guidance, Federal security regulations, policies, directives, procedures, etc. Served as Lead Special Agent for the Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD). Directed and oversaw a team of inspectors performing compliance and investigative-related activities at ORD. Served as Lead Special Agent for the Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD). Directed and oversaw a team of inspectors performing compliance and investigative-related activities at ORD. Served as a Civil Aviation Security Specialist (Special Agent) performing a variety of investigative, inspectional, surveillance, compliance and advisory duties to assure understanding of, and compliance with FAA regulatory requirements regarding all aspects of aviation security. Graduated from FLETC and performed Federal Air Marshal duties throughout the world.

  • Manager, International Operations Division

    Jan 2000 - Apr 2002

  • Civil Aviation Security Specialist/Regional Desk Officer

    Oct 1997 - Jan 2000

  • Civil Aviation Security Specialist/Policy Development Specialist

    Nov 1995 - Oct 1997

  • Civil Aviation Security Specialist/Lead Special Agent

    Oct 1993 - Nov 1995

  • Civil Aviation Security Specialist/Lead Special Agent

    Oct 1993 - Nov 1995

  • Civil Aviation Security Specialist/Special Agent & Federal Air Marshal

    May 1990 - Oct 1993
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  The International Civil Aviation Organization

  Apr 2002 - Oct 2004

  Chief, Aviation Security Audit Section

  Seconded to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), a special branch of the United Nations, to establish and manage an international mandate to create a brand new, global aviation security audit program for 189 countries, the ICAO Universal Security Audit Programme (USAP), consistent with the goals and objectives of member countries. Was appointed audit convening authority by UN Security General as focal point for all ICAO member countries, the ICAO Council, ICAO advisory bodies and other ICAO organizations on USAP issues. Show less

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  Transportation Security Administration (TSA)

  Oct 2004 - Jul 2011

  Protected the transportation network and passengers by directing security operations at all commercial airports in Western Michigan, monitoring and analyzing the implementation of existing and new policies, directives, and regulations to ensure the effectiveness and sustainability of security measures. Ensured security compliance, oversight and advice/assistance for airports, airlines, cargo operators, charter operators, flight schools, Certified Flight Instructors, general aviation airports, fixed-base operators, and on-airport repair stations within my area of responsibility. Show less

  • Federal Security Director

    Nov 2007 - Jul 2011

  • Transportation Security Administration Foreign Liaison (TSAR)

    Sept 2005 - Nov 2007

  • Director, Asia Pacific Region

    Oct 2004 - Sept 2005
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  U.S. Department of Homeland Security

  Jul 2011 - Dec 2018

  As a member of the Senior Executive Service within the National Protection and Programs Directorate (now renamed the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency - CISA), provided executive leadership and served as a subject matter expert, advising on and leading a range of mission operations and organizational functions, including but not limited to: mission integration; compliance and security; regulatory policy; strategy development; organizational risk; operational planning; workforce development; performance monitoring and measuring; development of foundational policies and procedures; establishment of cross-organizational governance protocols; and workforce training and education. Most recently, provided senior executive leadership to the agency in developing an internal compliance program. Show less As a member of the Senior Executive Service within the National Protection and Programs Directorate, provided executive leadership and served as a subject matter expert, advising the Assistant Secretary (AS) and the Deputy Assistant Secretary (DAS) for the DHS Office of Infrastructure Protection (OIP) on a range of mission support functions, including but not limited to: budget and procurement administration; human capital; training; performance management; awards; continuity of operations; emergency management; facilities and asset management; travel management; personnel security and compliance; and management and program policy. Show less

  • SES Senior Advisor

    Nov 2016 - Dec 2018

  • SES Director of Administration

    Aug 2015 - Nov 2016

  • SES Senior Advisor

    Jul 2012 - Jul 2015

  • SES Director, Infrastructure Security Compliance Division

    Jul 2011 - Jul 2012