Asa Betancourt

Highly competent security guard professional with 16 years as a Communications Manager in the Marine Corps and 3 years in various armed security capacities. Extremely detail-oriented and astute problem solver with the ability to multi-task and keep resolve under pressure. Well-versed in the implementation of security policies, procedures and procedural compliance to minimize risk. Valued for the ability to execute in fast-paced, demanding environments requiring interpersonal, organizational and communicational skills.

• Concealed Handgun Permit (Colorado)
• M9 Pistol Qualification
• CPR, First Aid, AED Training
• Martial Arts Black Belt Instructor (MCMAP)
• Combat Trainer Instructor
• Marksmanship Instructor
• Water Survival Instructor Course (MCIWS)
• Senior Leadership Training Course
• Small Unit Leadership Course (ISULC)
• Radio Chief Course (CTB)
• Advanced Radio Operator Course
• Personnel Administration School
• Substance Abuse Control Officer

Tactical Elite Security Services

Colorado Springs, CO – 2023 to 2024

• Provided armed security for Academy Kids Dental and Vision Clinic.
• Provided armed security for The Boot Barn Hall venue and musicians.

United Surgical Partners International

Denver, CO - 2023

• Provided armed security for medical staff members of the Flatirons Surgery Center during an active threat.

Nashville Blue Line Security

Denver, CO - 2022

• Provided armed security for King Soopers protest.
• Assisted Denver Police Department in shoplifting arrests.

Jaeger Task Force Investigation, LLC

Colorado Springs, CO - 2022

• Conducted investigations on individuals wanted by bail bondsman.
• Collected court documents and records of individuals wanted by bondsman.
• Conducted armed search and seizures on personnel wanted by bail enforcement agencies.
• Conducted warrantless arrests.
• Captured and transported individuals to prison.

Strategic Security Solutions

Pueblo, CO - 2022

• Provided personal security for an employee’s family and their personal property.

Innanguard Protection, LLC

Denver, CO - 2021

• Assisted local Sherriff’s Department and U.S. Marshals with subcontracts regarding overnight inmate hospital stays.
• Provided armed security as a private contractor for civil escorts.
• Provided armed security as a private contractor for private companies prototyped vehicles.

Pikes Peak International Raceway

Fountain, CO – 2021

• Patrolled and provided armed security at raceway and concert venue for large groups of people.
• Provided armed security for staff while transporting large sums of money.
• Assisted emergency medical services when needed.
• Checked ID of patrons and searched vehicles for weapons and illegal contraband.
• Broke up and mitigated physical fights of patrons.

Global Security

Colorado Springs, CO - 2021

• Provided armed security for the cinema lobby and theatres.
• Escorted cinema personnel while transporting large amounts of cash.

Family Readiness Officer and Inbound Platoon Supervisor, United States Marine Corps

Camp Pendleton, CA - 2014 to 2015

• Ensured battalion deployment readiness information was administered and made available to families.
• Performed logistic duties and responsibilities pertaining to deployed personnel overseas.
• Tracked, maintained, and created transportation schedules for inbound personnel joining the unit.
• Ensured transportation for inbound and outbound personnel according to travel schedules.

Radio Communications Manager/Supervisor, United States Marine Corps

Twentynine Palms, CA - 2003 to 2014

• Led and supervised small and large groups of personnel daily activities, training sessions and communications operations.
• Instructed and supervised a large group of Jordanian foreign military forces on multiple radio communications networks.
• Planned and coordinated various munitions ranges for personnel and ensured proper safety measure were in place.
• Planned, installed, operated, and maintained multiple single channel and satellite radio networks.
• Conducted equipment inventories to ensure security and accountability of Controlled Cryptographic Items (CCI) gear.
• Supervised embarkation and logistics of numerous pieces of single channel radio and satellite equipment.
• Planned, installed, and operated secure radio networks in support of combat operations while deployed in Afghanistan.

Administration and Correspondence Supervisor, United States Marine Corps

Okinawa and Mainland Japan/Quantico, VA - 1999 to 2003

• Drafted, edited, organized, and filed documents using MS Word, Power Point, Excel and Outlook at 58 wpm speed.
• Prepared correspondence, personal awards, Naval messages, Marine Corps directives, travel orders and leave authorizations.
• Audited field service records, verified information contained in unit diary feedback reports and personnel management reports, prepared discharge and retirement documents, and verified the accuracy of information contained in the Marine Corps Total Force System.