Bryan Young

Bryan Young

NCOIC, Knowledge Operations

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Information Security Specialist | Air Force Veteran

  • Education

    • The University of Arizona Global Campus

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      Bachelor of Arts - BA Business Information Systems
    • Community College of the Air Force

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      Associate of Science - AS Information Management
  • Experience

    • NASIC (National Air and Space Intelligence Center)

      Nov 2001 - Apr 2010
      NCOIC, Knowledge Operations

      I provided knowledge operations management support to 120 officers, enlisted & civilian personnel in eight diverse intel specialties. As the lead Client Support Administrator, I installed/maintained hardware and software for 700+ person division. I lead as the division records management program by maintaining and inspecting records, providing guidance for five Squadrons. I tracked and ensured enlisted, officer and civilian performance reports, awards, decorations, correspondence and tasks to met Air Force and DoD quality standards. Show less

    • United States Air Force

      Apr 2010 - Jul 2016

      I delivered direct Commander Support by managing resources and ensuring service to 47 personnel. I tracked local and higher headquarters tasks and managed the unit evaluations/decorations/awards program as well as preparing and reviewing official correspondence. I was responsible for military and civilian personnel availability, military personnel system action requests, records management program, and travel authorizations. As the Computer Support Administrator (CSA) for the Squadron, I ensured information systems and networking requirements met the units’ analytical needs.Major accomplishments in this role include:• Modernized unit Innovation Center; lead the installation of 65 Information Systems, created 4 printer/scanner kiosks enhancing productivity for 47 personnel.• Managed $194K of information technology systems; certified 184 item inventory with 100% accountability. Show less I led a team of 5 personnel in security/communications/information/administrative activities in direct support of Headquarters Air Force A4/7. I lead as Directorate Security Manager facilitating security training, clearance processing, physical security, visit requests, and INFOSEC. I supported 2,850+ personnel advising 16 General Officers and Senior Executive Services (SES). I also performed duties as the Headquarters Air Force A4/7 Video Teleconference coordinator and alternate Client Support Administrator.Major accomplishments in this role include:• Executed directorate-wide COMSEC program ensuring 100% pass rate with zero-findings three years in a row.• Oversaw 7 security incidents, trained lead investigators and briefed senior leadership while collaborating with Wing Information Protection Office.• Processed 40+ contractor visit requests, and 200 short-notice CAC badge requests as Trusted Associate Sponsorship (TASS) Reviewer, preventing work stoppage.• Implemented directorate courier-card program and trained 21 appointees, maintaining 100% accountability of all DD Form 2501s, issue logs, and appointment letters.• Utilized JPAS for verifying personnel clearances, granting/revoking accesses as needed. Show less

      • NCOIC, Commander's Support Staff

        Sept 2014 - Jul 2016
      • Superintendent, A4/7 Executive Services Operations

        Apr 2010 - Sept 2014
    • Northrop Grumman

      Nov 2017 - Sept 2022
      Help Desk Technical Support

      I resolved technical problems/queries in support of internal and external customer computer hardware, software, network, and telecommunications systems in regards to Mobility Air Force (MAF) assets to accomplish Desired Learning Objectives (DLOs) in accordance with Air Mobility Command (AMC) directives. I monitored, diagnosed, identified, isolated/analyzed problems utilizing historical database records. I maintained/updated records and tracking databases, and promptly alerted management to recurring problems and patterns of problems.Major accomplishments in this role include:• Identified 40+ obsolete information systems needing to be earmarked for turn-in/destruction.• Created server design models for inventory purposes; identified 10+ information systems withincorrect location/status.• Inventoried/installed and shipped 40 uninterrupted power supply backup batteries; refreshed old, end-of-life systems with newer devices ensuring network stability and service to customers. Show less

    • CWU, Inc

      Sept 2022 - Feb 2024
      Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO)

      As the Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO) I report directly to the FSO assisting in the development, implementation and maintenance of security procedures as required by the Cleared Facility, the Department of Defense (DoD), the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) and the National Industrial Security Manual (NISPOM). I review clearances in DISS and NBIS maintaining accountability of over 800+ employees/candidate linguists supporting the United States Army Intelligence and Security Command (INSCOM). I coordinate with the respective government agencies to ensure the accuracy of employees owned in our cage code and the status of their clearances. I assist candidate linguists with the completion of their SF86 submissions for background investigations. I review and assists linguists in the completion of their required personnel documents/packages for vetting purposes. I work alongside Special Agents and Private Investigators on background investigations for CWU Inc. employees when needed. As the alternate site lead for Ft. Meade, MD I am responsible for transporting/escorting candidate linguists to their Counter-Intelligence Focused Interviews (CIFI) and Polygraph Interviews.Major accomplishments in this role include:• Prepared and scheduled over 100 personnel to receive their in-person Counter-Intelligence Focused Interview (CIFI) at Ft. Meade, Maryland or virtually.• Received laudatory remarks from candidate linguists/exec staff members regarding professionalism/courtesy while performing duties as alternate site lead.• Contributed to CWU Inc. receiving an overall rating of satisfactory by conducting self-inspections on 4 security categories/disciplines audited by DCSA. Show less

    • Jacobs

      Apr 2024 - now
      INFOSEC Security Specialist
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • FSO Program Management for Processing Facilities

      Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA)