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Allen Hawthorne

San Diego,CA

Summary

Dynamic security professional with extensive experience, recognized for uncovering theft rings and enhancing loss prevention strategies. Proficient in surveillance monitoring and emergency response, demonstrating strong situational awareness and exceptional customer service skills. Committed to maintaining safety and security while fostering positive relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Overview

2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Security Ambassador

Allied Universal Security Services
San Diego
2022 - 03.2026
  • Monitored assigned locations and executed regular patrols to deter security incidents while ensuring visibility.
  • Addressed tenant and visitor inquiries with professionalism to enhance overall satisfaction.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service through rigorous enforcement of security measures and swift emergency action

Security Officer

Ram Security
Bremerton, WA
03.2018 - 01.2022
  • Uncovered internal theft ring at manufacturing company that halted weekly losses of $5K+. Advised client of suspicions and instituted vehicle inspections of warehouse personnel.
  • Honored with “Hero Award” by F500 retailer for strengthening the security of receiving operations. Identified truck seal tampering and discrepancies on inventory/SKU records, leading to overall protection from criminal offenders responsible for $100K+ in stolen merchandise.
  • Commended by supervisors and retail clients for contributions to effective loss Served on uniformed security and undercover surveillance teams delivering shrink reductions of up to 25% by deterring theft, apprehending shoplifters and recovering stolen goods.
  • Demonstrated calm under pressure and quick decision-making in responding to emergency scenarios and crisis situations. Examples include leading the incident-free apprehension of armed terrorism suspects at an NFL game and performing CPR that revived a store customer suffering from a heart attack while waiting for paramedics to arrive.

Security Officer

Triton Security Services
San Diego, CA
03.2013 - 01.2018
  • Monitored assigned locations and executed regular patrols to deter security incidents while ensuring visibility.
  • Addressed tenant and visitor inquiries with professionalism to enhance overall satisfaction.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to clients through the enforcement of security protocols and timely emergency response actions.

Education

High School Diploma - General Education/advanced Calculus/ Spanish Curri

Garfield High School
San Diego, CA
05-1998

Skills

  • Security systems management
  • CCTV operation
  • Surveillance monitoring
  • Event security
  • Access control
  • Perimeter security
  • Threat assessment
  • Policy enforcement
  • Patrol techniques
  • Data protection
  • Emergency preparedness
  • Crime prevention
  • Risk analysis
  • Traffic control
  • Incident response
  • Security awareness
  • Asset protection
  • Alarm response
  • Security training
  • Work ethic
  • Punctuality
  • Reliability
  • Workplace safety
  • Patrolling
  • Verbal and written communication
  • CCTV monitoring
  • Security camera monitoring
  • Situational awareness
  • Relationship building and management
  • Security procedures
  • Defensive driving
  • Vehicle inspections
  • Emergency awareness
  • Physical fitness
  • Keen observer
  • English fluency
  • Reporting skills
  • Surveillance
  • First aid certified
  • Security operations experience
  • Crowd control
  • Conflict resolution
  • Emergency management
  • Staff management
  • Incident reporting
  • Document preparation
  • Complex Problem-solving

Certification

I have a California guard card.

Timeline

Security Officer

Ram Security
03.2018 - 01.2022

Security Officer

Triton Security Services
03.2013 - 01.2018

Security Ambassador

Allied Universal Security Services
2022 - 03.2026

High School Diploma - General Education/advanced Calculus/ Spanish Curri

Garfield High School
Allen Hawthorne