Andrew U. Berry
Patrick AFB
Summary
Professionally providing close protection for US Department and State Personnel, Dignitaries, VIP’s, Celebrities, Politicians, and other clients. I served with 4th ID out of Fort Hood, Texas 5 ½ years proved experience in the US Army as an Infantry man and Squad leader. Provided a comprehensive security detail in Iraq/Afghanistan and advanced PSD work and Convoy protection. I am very knowledgeable and trained in the Department of Defense in mission analysis, route planning and high-risk assessment, I have the ability to work in a high-risk environment and rapid response.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Corporate Liaison
US Territories
01.2021 - Current
- Work directly with local law enforcement to ensure the safety and security of the local population and fellow employees
- Employed as executive protection in Florida hurricane response in Louisiana, Political Campaign Office Security in Minnesota and Georgia. Pipeline Security in Minnesota and strike and labor disputes in Kansas and Alabama
- Managed multiple contracts working in a diverse client base to drive comprehensive security.
- Ensured proper travel planning, medical evacuation, and emergency Service Coordination as needed
- Worked with a diverse team of protective security professionals to drive detail and protect citizens at all costs.
- Coordinated with local police and military when required.
- Served as armed security on a pilot boat working with cargo vessels at port to maintain safety.
- Drove a keen focus on anti-theft and narcotics trafficking.
- Managed a talented team of gate guards and a CCTV room to ensure proper communication.
- Provided comprehensive Security to a diverse group including PSD and security operations in high volatile environments.
- Ensure proper safety and security for high dollar pieces of equipment, teams, and civilians in collaboration with the United States and coalition Armed Forces.
- Multiple Corporation Liaison
Security Specialist
DOD/DOJ in Partnership with Veterans Affairs
01.2011 - 01.2021
- Served as Self Supervised Security Specialist and Coordinator to DOD and DOJ. Responsibility for providing low- and high-profile individuals protection through the US Government. Provide strategic and tactical guidance and services while routinely conducting high-risk protective operations. Provided protection to US Government personnel in stationary facilities and during periods of vehicular or air travel. Provided surveillance detection, route surveillance, and mission planning for all protective operation missions and responsible for the operation.
- Security Emergency Response Contractor
Infantry Soldier
US Army
05.2004 - 01.2009
- Served Active Duty in the US Army as an infantry Soldier. Deployed to Iraq/Afghanistan and led over 196 Combat Patrols in high hostile environment. Medically retired due to injuries that I have sustained in the Combat environment.
- Military Career | 11/Bravo
Education
Associates Degree - Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix
10.2016
High School Diploma - undefined
Colonial High School
05.1999
Skills
- High Threat Security
- Special Operations
- Maritime Operations Knowledge
- Maritime Security Specialist
- Training/Mentoring
- Protection Evasion Driving
- Strong Leadership
- Designated Defense Marksmen
- International Security
- Forced Protection Trainer
- Qualified Ship Security
- Strategic Planning
- Close Protection
- Retention management
- Applicant assessment
Certification
- Florida Driver’s License # B314-176-92-000-0
- Florida ArmedG License # 3203302
- Florida D License # 3214437
- TWIC Card # 43961927
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Corporate Liaison
US Territories
01.2021 - Current
Security Specialist
DOD/DOJ in Partnership with Veterans Affairs
01.2011 - 01.2021
Infantry Soldier
US Army
05.2004 - 01.2009
High School Diploma - undefined
Colonial High School
Associates Degree - Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix