Lonnie Lynn Rigsby Jr.
Alameda,CA
Summary
Personnel security professional with 20+ years of experience supporting national security operations in the U.S. Coast Guard serving as an Operations Specialist. Active TS/SCI clearance with extensive background in clearance processing, access control, personnel security administration, and regulatory compliance. Proven security fundamental foundational knowledge shown with SPēD SFPC – Security Fundamentals Professional Certification. Proven ability to manage personnel security programs, maintain audit-ready records, and deliver security training in high-tempo environments. Recognized for meticulous attention to detail, excellent security program inspection review scores, and effective collaboration with leadership and stakeholders.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Command Security Officer | Command Security Officer | COMSEC Account Manager Tier II | COR Level II
U.S. Coast Guard
Alameda
07.2019 - Current
- Managed personnel security programs supporting classified operations for 150+ personnel.
- Initiated and processed security clearance requests using NBIS and fingerprint submissions via SWFT+.
- Verified clearance eligibility, maintained access rosters, and ensured proper authorization for classified access using various personnel security databases.
- Created, maintained, and audited personnel security folders, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Routinely created personnel security reports for leadership and stakeholders to document effectiveness of personnel security program and identify personnel security actions required.
- Conducted initial security briefings and annual refresher training for 150+ personnel, ensuring compliance with security policies.
- Delivered NATO security briefings and foreign travel briefings, preparing personnel for international and coalition operations.
- Led Security Education, Training, and Awareness (SETA) initiatives to strengthen security posture and compliance.
- Managed access control processes for restricted and controlled areas, ensuring only authorized personnel gained entry.
- Maintained audit-ready documentation and ensured compliance with personnel security requirements.
- Demonstrated meticulous attention to detail, resulting in multiple security program reviews with zero major discrepancies for various security programs to include; INFOSEC, PERSEC, COMSEC, PHYSEC, & OPSEC.
- Resolved personnel security issues in coordination with Command Security Officers (CSO) and employees.
- Investigated and documented security incidents and ensured timely corrective actions.
- Provided guidance to personnel on clearance issues, reporting requirements, and security responsibilities.
- Developed and maintained DD254s to support 2M+ classified contract for telecommunications support.
- Ensured contractor compliance with personnel security and access control requirements in accordance with NISPOM requirements.
- Served as liaison between security leadership and personnel on contract-related security matters.
- Served 3 years as Command Security Officer and 4 years as Assistant Command Security Officer.
- Advised leadership on personnel security risks, compliance, and mitigation strategies.
- Supervised and trained personnel on security procedures and regulatory requirement.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Emergency and Disaster Management
American Military University
Charles Town, WV02.2019
Skills
- Personnel Security & Clearance Processing (NBIS, SWFT)
- Clearance Initiation, Verification, Indoctrinations & Debriefings
- NATO & Foreign Travel Security Briefings
- DD254 Preparation & Classified Contract Support
- Security Education, Training & Awareness (SETA)
- Personnel Security Records & File Management
- Insider Threat Awareness & Reporting
- Security Compliance & Audit Readiness
- Incident Reporting & Resolution
- Access Control & Eligibility Determinations
- Collaboration with Command Security Officers (CSO)
Certification
- SPēD SFPC – Security Fundamentals Professional Certification
- FAC- COR Level II Certification
Timeline
Assistant Command Security Officer | Command Security Officer | COMSEC Account Manager Tier II | COR Level II
U.S. Coast Guard
07.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Emergency and Disaster Management
American Military University