ADAM COTTILLION
Sarasota,FL
Summary
Professional security expert adept at maintaining safe environments and minimizing risks. Highly skilled in threat assessment, surveillance, and emergency response. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic situations.
Experienced with threat assessment, emergency response, and surveillance techniques. Utilizes strategic thinking to anticipate and mitigate risks. Knowledge of security technology and procedures ensures robust security posture.
Security-focused and diligent Guard skilled at protecting personnel and premises. Responds and acts appropriately to situational assessments, including criminal acts and fire and medical emergencies remaining alert, attentive and vigilant at all times. Anticipates trouble and takes steps to intervene and diffuse using keen eye for detail.
Detail-oriented Security Specialist adept at managing facility and personnel security. Knowledgeable about premises monitoring, CCTV, screening techniques and defensive tactics, demonstrated over 5 years of Security experience.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Professional
Allied Universal Security Services
Sarasoita, Florida
08.2024 - Current
- Work security operations, assisting with and ensuring compliance with safety regulations and protocols.
- Implemented security policies using enhanced organizational risk management and liability strategies.
- Conducted thorough investigations of incidents, providing detailed reports and recommendations.
- Trained and mentored junior security staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Analyzed security data to identify trends, driving proactive measures against potential threats.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies during crisis situations to ensure public safety.
- Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
- Practiced emergency response plans and implemented those plans for Hurricane Milton for the protection of our critical infrastructure the UTC Mall, coordinating drills from past experience to enhance readiness among staff and stakeholders for future Events.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Reduced security incidents by proactively monitoring surveillance systems and responding to alarms in a timely manner.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Managed incident response activities effectively, minimizing damage caused by breaches or other security events.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Acted as deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow business to conduct operations in safe environment.
- Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
Freelance Musician
Freelance Musician
03.2022 - Current
- Staying current with industry trends.
- Always attempting to deliver excellence as I improve and grow with better equipment to provide better quality, while maintaining old equipment and building new projects.
- Currently working on a live set and building the necessary components to provide the live set (music) I am designing while managing ways to bring in income to make these things happen.
Uber Partner
Uber Eats
10.2022 - 08.2024
- Demonstrated ability to follow safety protocols and maintain a clean driving record.
- Maintained high ratings from customers by consistently delivering an exceptional experience.
- Adept at using GPS navigation systems to quickly identify the most efficient routes for travel.
- Successfully navigated traffic congestions during rush hours by utilizing alternate routes.
- Kept detailed records of cash payments received from customers throughout the day.
Self employed Martial Arts instructor
My Boxing
06.2020 - 08.2023
- Fostered relationships with parents by keeping them informed about their child's progress through regular communication updates.
- Monitored student engagement throughout each class to maintain an enjoyable learning atmosphere.
- Administered exams for students to advance to next belt level.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students by modeling appropriate behaviors while leading classes.
- Instructed students on proper form, technique and safety protocols when performing martial arts skills.
- Used good humor, martial arts knowledge and creativity to motivate and inspire students.
Custodian/Maintenance (privately contracted)
Suncoast Cleaning
06.2018 - 06.2022
- Given responsibility to manage the property alone on a regular basis.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible.
- Cleaned and maintained all areas of the building, including offices, restrooms, and public spaces with attention to detail.
- Swept, mopped, vacuumed, scrubbed, waxed, and polished floors using appropriate equipment.
- Collected and disposed of garbage and recyclables in designated receptacles.
- Organized and stocked cleaning supplies in custodial closets.
- Checked doors daily to ensure they were locked securely.
- Performed janitorial, groundskeeping and light maintenance work to enhance appearance of property.
Supervisor
7 Eleven
09.2016 - 04.2018
- Effectively communicated with chefs, servers and other kitchen staff to deliver meals on time.
Uniformed Security Officer (USO)
G4S/Wackenhut Security Agency
01.2015 - 08.2016
- Supervised and coordinated activities of staff to ensure compliance with established policies, procedures, and standards.
- Ensured that safety protocols were followed at all times by all staff members.
- Inspected work environment for health and safety hazards and reported findings to manager.
- Initiated creative solutions to resolve customer complaints and issues.
Personal Trainer
06.2002 - 11.2004
- Assisted clients in improving posture, balance, coordination, flexibility, core strength and muscular endurance.
- Developed and implemented customized fitness plans to meet individual goals.
- Demonstrated exercises to clients and modified them as necessary.
- Motivated and inspired clients to achieve results and reach goals.
- Tracked client progress and maintained complete and accurate client files.
- Conducted group classes, such as Cardio-Kickboxing focusing on cardiovascular conditioning, proper form to reach best results, including weight loss strategies and muscle toning techniques related to the exercises shown.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sarasota High School
06.2002
Skills
- CCTV monitoring
- Emergency response
- Risk assessment
- Secure coding practices
- Mobile security
- Loss prevention expertise
- Cybersecurity expertise
- Daily incident reporting
- Security team management
- Security reporting
- Safety and security procedures
- Security awareness training
- Physical security
- Incident response
- Intrusion detection
- Building patrol
- Conflict resolution
- Decision-making
- Customer service orientation
- Positive attitude
- Vehicle maintenance
- Multitasking
- Punctuality
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Stress management
- Self-motivation
- Tech-savviness
- Driving safety
Awards
- Won SMH High School Talent show
- 2ND Place US Open Karate
- 1ST Place Orthodox Junior Olympics in Running, Jumping and Sprinting 96 97 98s
- Sho-dan (Black Belt) awarded 2017 West Wind Karate-do
Certification
- D Security License
- G Statewide Firearms License
- Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency
- US Department of Homeland Security
- NCSRT
- FEMA
- Texas State University
- Continuous Allied Universal Education
- NSRT
- HSI First Aid
- Concealed Weapons License
Timeline
Security Professional
Allied Universal Security Services
08.2024 - Current
Uber Partner
Uber Eats
10.2022 - 08.2024
Freelance Musician
Freelance Musician
03.2022 - Current
Self employed Martial Arts instructor
My Boxing
06.2020 - 08.2023
Custodian/Maintenance (privately contracted)
Suncoast Cleaning
06.2018 - 06.2022
Supervisor
7 Eleven
09.2016 - 04.2018
Uniformed Security Officer (USO)
G4S/Wackenhut Security Agency
01.2015 - 08.2016
Personal Trainer
06.2002 - 11.2004
High School Diploma -
Sarasota High School