Anthony K Cook
Bronx,N.Y.
Summary
Qualified Security Officer with experience maintaining safety for campus grounds and facilities. Talented at roving control and entrance control. Successfully remains calm in high-pressure situations and interactions with difficult individuals.
Seasoned Security Officer equipped with excellent communication skills consistently maintains detailed logs of important events. Skilled in problem-solving and conflict resolution with knowledge of law enforcement investigations. Trustworthy and committed to honest interactions with supervisors, employees and customers.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Officer
Madison Square Garden
New York, USA
10.2021 - 10.2025
- Check for contraband at the front entrance using wand scanner in bags and property by each ticketed guest.
- Access control with CCTV and switchboard operating, plus daily log reports.
- Kept property safe and secure from all vandalism, damage, theft and fire, also accepted packages incoming and outgoing for mailroom.
- Check for the items that should not be carried into the arena.
- Reponds quickly to potential crowd control issues.
- Trained to keep the security, and safety of event attendees as well as the property in the designated area.
- Monitored premises to detect and prevent disturbances, ensuring a secure environment for all attendees.
Event Security
Citi Field Mets
Queens, USA
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Security for sporting events, indoor and outdoor concerts, festivals and private parties.
- Screen patrons during ingress via bag searching techniques, hand wander metal detector, ID verification scanner.
- Protect players, staff and venue ownership group assets by watching for security breaches at vital checkpoints.
- Regulate and monitor credentials of everyone for specific access to sensitive location areas throughout the venue.
- Respond quickly to potential crowd control issues, provide escorts for unruly fans when ejections are warranted.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and emergency services to streamline incident response and enhance safety measures.
- Implemented emergency response plans, enhancing preparedness and safety during high-attendance events.
- Managed crowd control during events, maintaining order and ensuring compliance with venue regulations.
Security Officer/Lobby Attendant
Allied Universal Security Services
New York, NY
07.2020 - 08.2022
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and compliance, effectively deterring unauthorized access and potential security breaches.
- Conducted regular patrols and inspections, identifying and reporting safety hazards to maintain a secure environment.
- Assisted in emergency response procedures, collaborating with local authorities to ensure swift resolution of incidents.
- Documented daily activities and incidents meticulously, facilitating accurate reporting and seamless communication with management.
- Provided exceptional customer service to visitors, enhancing their experience while maintaining security protocols.
- Implemented safety measures to minimize risks, contributing to a secure environment for employees and visitors.
- Collaborated with team members to develop and refine protocols, improving overall security effectiveness and response times.
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
Security Officer
Barclays Center
New York, New York
06.2019 - 03.2020
- Monitored facility access and ensured safety compliance, enhancing security protocols and reducing incidents effectively.
- Conducted thorough surveillance and inspections, identifying potential risks and implementing corrective actions promptly.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement to coordinate emergency responses, resulting in improved incident management and response times.
- Greeted staff, guests, vendors, contractors. upon arrival at the facility entrance.
- Maintained accurate logs of all security related activities.
- Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
Education
Business management -
The University School
Bridgeport, ConnecticutSkills
- Self-defense instruction
- Discipline teaching
- Techniques of self-defense
- Training new security officers
- CPR certification
- Access control
- Crowd control
- CCTV monitoring
- Incident reporting
- Emergency response
- Event security
- Credential verification
Timeline
Event Security
Citi Field Mets
04.2022 - 10.2022
Security Officer
Madison Square Garden
10.2021 - 10.2025
Security Officer/Lobby Attendant
Allied Universal Security Services
07.2020 - 08.2022
Security Officer
Barclays Center
06.2019 - 03.2020
Business management -
The University School