Security professional with robust background in managing and executing comprehensive security operations. Proven ability to lead teams in maintaining secure environments and responding to emergencies. Focused on collaboration and achieving results, with strong skills in risk assessment and incident management.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Security Officer
National Museum of African American Music
02.2023 - Current
Mentored junior staff members, fostering a positive work environment and promoting teamwork to achieve shared goals.
Managed access control systems, ensuring only authorized personnel were granted entry to restricted areas.
Managed all aspects of physical security, including access control, CCTV monitoring, and regular inspections of perimeter fencing and lighting systems.
Maintained accurate records of incidents, providing detailed reports for management review and analysis.
Conducted thorough investigations into security breaches, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
Armed Security Officer
Pentagon Traffic Control and Security
05.2021 - 07.2024
Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
Underwent and maintained firearms certification in compliance with state laws and organizational standards.
Performed hourly patrols of building areas, parking lots and facility grounds.
Demonstrated sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions regarding site safety and threat mitigation measures.
Controlled pedestrian movements to prevent intrusion into work zones.
Armed Security Officer
Apex Security Group
11.2020 - 02.2023
Working major events in the city. Such as a Titans football.
Enforced company policies and procedures consistently across various sites while maintaining professionalism at all times.
Maintained confidentiality to protect sensitive information and prevent harmful release of information.
Cooperated with security personnel and law enforcement to share information and coordinate responses to security incidents.
Responded decisively to emergency situations with effective crisis management tactics, mitigating potential harm or damage.
Armed Security Officer (Part-Time)
Guardians
01.2021 - 06.2021
Assisted management in monitoring parking lot security, promptly reporting any suspicious activities or issues.
Assisted with parking lot security to deter theft and other criminal activities in parking lots.
Pro CSA
Lowes
09.2019 - 07.2020
Pull orders
Load vehicles rarely
Customer service (on and off the phone) split screen with different vendors tabs to problem solve
Loading Dock / Keg Lead
Lipman
08.2013 - 03.2018
Train new employees in most areas other than my on, pick orders, line up box trucks, handle a portion of shipping paperwork
Work with all warehouse equipment
Enforce disciplinary action if need be.
Driver
Advance Auto Parts
05.2016 - 12.2016
Delivery parts to our surrounding accounts, Customer service, Install minor parts onto customers cars, Make bank runs
Production Worker
Nissan North America
04.2012 - 01.2013
Attach my assigned parts to a unit (a car), Conduct Quality Checks
Forklift Operator
CEVA Logistics
11.2011 - 04.2012
Unload Trucks, Organize a stocking area daily, Make sure all locations are stocked, Check paperwork on trucks I unload
Chamber Post
TCI Tire Centers
08.2010 - 01.2012
Cured Retreaded tires (cook in a big oven), Make multiple checks to ensure proper curing, Make daily check with the boiler, Train new employees on that post.
Education
Diploma - General
Maplewood Comprehensive High School
Nashville, TN
01.2009
Skills
Skilled in handling forklifts with multiple attachments
Proficient in assembly line operations
Skilled in operating reach trucks for 5 years
Skilled in operating cherry pickers for 5 years
Strong leadership background
Logistics management experience
Oversight of team performance
Event security
Box truck driving expertise
Proficient in security protocols
Load management
Boiler operation
Efficient pallet jack use
Risk assessment management in security
Reliability
Timely order fulfillment
Customer engagement
CCTV monitoring
Fire safety
Incident reporting
De-escalation techniques
Certification
Certified Forklift Operator
Driver's license
First Aid Certification
Armed Security License
Assessments
Forklift safety — Familiar
January 2022
Best practices and safety hazards in forklift operation
Full results: Familiar
Indeed Assessments provides skills tests that are not indicative of a license or certification, or continued development in any professional field.
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