Alexandra Hinds
Hanover,PA
Summary
Diligent Security Specialist II with seven years of experience managing personnel security and visitors to maintain order and safety. Demonstrated to learn new procedures and policies using DoD approved guidelines. Leverages excellent listening and service skills in emergency response and evaluation procedures.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Specialist II
BAE Systems
03.2017 - Current
- Trained field/title Security Specialist II, developed understanding with databases such as SIMS, DISS (formally JPAS), SWFT, and DPS
- Working with Microsoft Word and other systems to build visitation schedules, schedule/keep track of upcoming visits, schedule conference center access, as well as continue with day-to-day duties/responsibilities.
- SIMS: Entering contracts, when prompted in order to provide secure, electronic copy for those required to have access to them.
- Assisting with our on-site clearances held by BAE employees organizing, filing, creating, setting up appointments to be briefed/debriefed and assuring annual mandatory training is completed by all cleared employees.
- We have also worked to debrief those who are no longer required/need clearances to minimize cleared employees at our facility to only those who need security clearances.
- DPS (Denied Party Screening): Run background investigations on each person visiting facility prior to or at their arrival.
- Worked closely with on-site contracted guards on site, as well as with my two supervisors to assist in creating and issuing badges for employees/contractors.
- Work closely with on-site contracted Allied Universal staff in sign-in/out of visitors, delivery admittance and departures, perimeters (when prompted; seldom), incoming/outgoing baggage checks, monitoring surveillance, and other tasks as needed.
- Processing employees on applying for their CAC, whether to access Military Installations, access information, etc.
- Reaching out to all employees and contracted employees who are at their 6-month reverification period for their issues CAC and complete their application for them, sending it for approval afterwards.
- Work closely with all Security staff/force to ensure yearly superior/similar rating from our contacts at DCSA.
- Accounting for, filing and organizing each visit profile (VIP, International, Contractor, Deliveries, etc.) for on-site storage for if they are asked for during our yearly audit.
- (Former/present) member of Employee Engagement Committees and SHE-LC
- Both of which were created to maintain moral and assist in event planning.
- I have assisted and now take lead on our bi-annual Adopt-a-Highway clean-up event and have for seven years.
Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear SPC
United States Army
10.2011 - 10.2019
- Specifically trained in accounting for numerous cages, which hold priceless, Government issued equipment.
- First-hand knowledge of Military Police actions while on base patrols, mock identification checks, and strict rules and regulations each must abide by
- Training to make others aware of threats and issues any Chemical, Biological, Radiological or Nuclear outbreak could cause.
- Detection (in AIT) of chemical substances and how to effectively handle/neutralize threats, if possible
- Knowledge of DECON sites and correct ways to implement/set-up to provide support to other Military members/civilians as needed. Inspected equipment used in chemical, biological, and radiological processes for proper functioning and maintenance needs
- Enhanced safety protocols by conducting thorough chemical, biological, and radiological hazard assessments.
- Maintained high states of readiness, ensuring all detection equipment was properly calibrated and functional.
- Conducted regular inspections of storage facilities housing hazardous materials to ensure proper safety measures were in place.
- Inspected military tools and equipment and scheduled needed repairs to protect soldier safety
- Operated machinery (when needed) and firearms to achieve mock combat objectives.
Security Guard
Allied Universal
01.2015 - 03.2017
- Enhanced overall security by conducting thorough patrols and monitoring premises.
- Reduced incidences of theft by implementing effective access control measures.
- Maintained safe environments for staff and visitors through proactive surveillance and communication.
- Responded to emergencies promptly, ensuring safety of all individuals on site.
- Ensured proper functioning of security equipment, performing routine checks and maintenance tasks.
- Prevented unauthorized access to sensitive areas by verifying credentials and enforcing strict entrance policies.
- Provided excellent customer service to clients while maintaining vigilance in addressing security concerns or issues that arose onsite.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NHHigh School Diploma -
Hanover Senior High School
Hanover, PA05.2012
Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Federal and State Regulation Compliance
- User Awareness Training
- Risk Assessment
Veteran
United States Army (Reserves), 2011-2019, CBRN/NBC 74D
Community Service
03/01/17, PRESENT, Security Specialist II, BAE Systems, York, PA, Assisting and now managing the Adopt-a-Highway program for bi-annually clean-up event at BAE Systems.
Managing and reaching out to employees to gather volunteers.
Working with Communications to ensure the flyer for AAH Event is up-to-date and is reaching the employee platform in a timely fashion to gather employees.
Working with PennDot contact to ensure proper time/date for knowledge of event and pick-up of collected items.
Briefing the volunteers on safety: providing synopsis of do's and don'ts, handing out safety equipment (i.e. gloves, safety vests, trash bags, etc.)
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Security Specialist II
BAE Systems
03.2017 - Current
Security Guard
Allied Universal
01.2015 - 03.2017
Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear SPC
United States Army
10.2011 - 10.2019
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
High School Diploma -
Hanover Senior High School