Benjamin Pieta
Denver
Summary
Diligent Security Manager with solid background in security operations and emergency response. Proven track record in maintaining safety protocols and effectively managing high-pressure situations. Demonstrated expertise in conflict resolution and surveillance techniques.
Experienced with implementing safety protocols and ensuring regulatory compliance to promote secure work environment. Utilizes risk assessment and hazard analysis to proactively address potential safety concerns. Track record of conducting thorough incident investigations and developing comprehensive safety training programs.
Experienced fleet management professional prepared to bring high level of expertise to role. Proven history of enhancing operational efficiency and maintaining strict safety standards. Reliable team player with results-driven mindset, adaptable to changing needs and focused on optimizing performance and cost-effectiveness.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Management Analyst
Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA)
Denver, Colorado
04.2016 - Current
- Provides management analysis in support of higher level Management Analysts within the Mission Support Office (MSO) for a variety of functional areas.
- Security Manager for the CMO. Ensures that ALEC, STE property, Pyramid Alert Roster, DISS, CrM, FPCON, TASO, AT/FP and COOP are maintained with accurate and current data
- Periodically reviews Security Support personnel to ensure they are properly assigned
- Completes Visit letter and DISS actions maintaining Operational Readiness
- Lead Collateral Duty Safety Avocate for DCMA Mountain Pacific
- Conducted regular safety audits to identify hazards and ensure adherence to regulations.
- Initiated programs that improved employee engagement in safety practices across all levels.
- Non-Tacticle Vehicle (NTV) Program Manager
- Processes requests to use government owned vehicles as required
- Maintains Mileage and Service reports for 7 NTV'
- Facility Manager for Bldg #16, Denver Federal Center
- Communicates between DCMA and GSA building managers to facilitate maintenance and custodial work is completed to satisfaction
- Current Supervisor: Christina Tharp
- Phone: 303-220-4035
- Contact: Ask Me First
- Hours per week: 40
Desk Sergeant / Security Forces Patrol Leader
F.E. Warren AFB, Wyoming
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Coordinated the dispatch and response of police units and posted sentries
- Proofread and corrected all paperwork generates during shift to include, but not limited to: Incident reports, traffic citations, statements of witness and complaints
- Processed crime scenes, interviewed suspects, conducted preliminary investigations, collected necessary information for accidents and crimes
- Taking statements, gathering evidence, and generated incident reports for analysis and use by AF Investigations and OSI
- Assisted leadership with command and control of police units and posted sentries
- Analyzed incident data to provide proper response guidance to management regarding Law Enforcement response.
- Provided annual training support to subordinate Airman on Law Enforcement duties and combat readiness
- Certified NCIC Operator in the state of Wyoming
Security Forces Journeyman, E3-5
Military Service: United States Air Force
10.2002 - 01.2014
- Provided sound leadership in directing Security Forces members during tactical deployments in support of Protection Level 1 (PL 1) and conventional resources at the installation's 32-acre Weapons Storage Area. Assumes command and control of Security Forces when Area Supervisor would no longer be able to fulfill duties. Held concurrent titles/positions across several time periods as a Security Forces Journeyman.
- Provided installation and weapons storage area security; police services; pass and registration functions; and reports and analysis duties
- Trained, instructed, and evaluated subordinates and supported units on weapons safety
- Trained and evaluated subordinates and peers on Security Forces tactics and responses using air base defense principles
- Defused hostile situations with superior negotiation techniques.
- Implemented and oversaw upgrade, on-the-job, and qualification training for 15 Airmen
- Supervisor: 1ST Lt. Laura Skelton, USAF, Flight Commander
- Phone: 307-631-0761, Contact: Yes
- Hours per month: 120 – duty time
Base Defense Operations Center Controller
Bagram Air Base, Afghanistan
02.2011 - 11.2011
- Led a Designated Marksmen team of 4 members in combat operations, including providing tactical guidance
- Led military police teams in support of battlefield operations.
- Supervised security for eight miles of Bagram AF perimeter; protected $2B in combat assets; shielded 18K CF
- Graduated arduous Advanced Designated Marksman Course; sharpshooter skills key in AOR
- Deployed fire team Leader to Bagram AB; conducted 100+ Random Anti-Terrorism Measuresprotected $2B in AF assets/28K+ personnel
USAF Non Commissioned Officer in Charge, Security Forces Armory
Ellsworth AFB, South Dakota
08.2009 - 08.2010
- Selected over peers for duties as Non Commissioned Officer in Charge of Security Forces Armory. Supervised and managed the security, storage, and maintenance of $2.5 million in weapons, ammunition, and equipment.
- Responsible for $3,000,000 in weapons, ammunition, and equipment.
- Ensured strict accountability of Protection Level resources
- Logged and filed classified documents in accordance with standard operating procedure
- SIPERNET access
- Trained, certified, and supervised 7 armorers in armory security operations
- Maintained records and accountability of largest munitions account in 28th Mission Support Group
- Analyzed data on Munitions usage for Unit readiness and resupply
- Additional duties included: Classified Records custodian, explosive safety representative
- Vehicle NCO and LMR custodian, maintained accountability of 174 radios and 16 GOVs valued at $700,000
- Unit weapons safety manager
- Accomplishment: Flawless program management lead to zero safety and health violations
- Researched and authored operating instruction for 28th SFS Armory
- Conducted fact finding research on Armory practices at other AF Armories to improve existing policy
- Identified outdated policy and established new procedures to resolve operational shortfalls
Base Defense Operations Center Controller
Bagram Air Base, Afghanistan
02.2009 - 10.2009
- Led a Designated Marksmen team of 4 members in combat operations, including providing tactical guidance
- Led military police teams in support of battlefield operations.
- Supervised security for eight miles of Bagram AF perimeter; protected $2B in combat assets; shielded 18K CF
- Graduated arduous Advanced Designated Marksman Course; sharpshooter skills key in AOR
- Deployed fire team Leader to Bagram AB; conducted 100+ Random Anti-Terrorism Measuresprotected $2B in AF assets/28K+ personnel
Security Forces Flight Chief/ Desk Sergeant / Security Forces Patrol Leader
Ellsworth AFB
05.2006 - 02.2009
- Managed a 50-member flight tasked with the security of all Protection Level resources and Base populace
- Organizes, trains and evaluates personnel to ensure efficient normal and emergency operations are maintained
- Advised Commander and First Sergeant in all assigned military personnel matters/morale issues
- Proofread and corrected all paperwork generates during shift to include, but not limited to: Incident reports, traffic citations, statements of witness and complaints
- Coordinated the dispatch and response of police units and posted sentries Assisted leadership with command and control of police units and posted sentries
- Analyzed incident data to provide proper response guidance to management regarding Law Enforcement response.
- Processed crime scenes, interviewed suspects, conducted preliminary investigations, collected necessary information for accidents and crimes
- Taking statements, gathering evidence, and generated incident reports for analysis and use by AF Investigations and OSI
- Resolved high risk problems by interpreting suspect attitude and demeanor.
- Provided annual training support to subordinate Airman on Law Enforcement duties and combat readiness
Fireteam Leader
Sather Airbase, Baghdad, Iraq
03.2007 - 09.2007
- Led military police teams in support of battlefield operations.
- Security for six miles of Sather AB perimeter; protected $2B in combat assets; shielded 18K CF
- Deployed fire team Leader; conducted 100+ Random Anti-Terrorism Measuresprotected $2B in AF assets
Security Forces Patrol Member
Camp Bucca, Iraq
11.2005 - 05.2006
- Provided Security for four miles of Camp Bucca perimeter; protected $2B in combat assets; shielded 5K CF
- Deployed fire team Leader; conducted 100+ Random Anti-Terrorism Measuresprotected $2B in AF assets/28K+ personnel
- Conducted over 60 convoy/ IED/ area security sweeps providing secure routes for Coalition forces and Iraqi civilians.
Security Forces Apprentice
03.2003 - 05.2006
- Conducts Law Enforcement operations for a community of 7.1K personnel, 831 housing units & 14 dormitories. Leads immediate response against threats towards 51 alarmed facilities/protection level resources/base assets. Established crime scenes, interviews suspects & conducts preliminary investigations for accidents and crimes. Cooperated with local, state & federal police agencies during criminal investigations & major incident response. Held concurrent titles/positions across several time periods as a Security Forces Apprentice.
- Supervisor: Not Available/Retired
- Hours per month: 144
Security Forces Patrolman/ Installation Entry Controller
Ellsworth AFB, South Dakota
03.2005 - 11.2005
- Processed crime scenes, interviewed suspects, conducted preliminary investigations, collected necessary information for accidents and crimes
- Taking statements, gathering evidence, and generated incident reports for analysis and use by AF Investigations and OSI
- Resolved high risk problems by interpreting suspect attitude and demeanor.
- Provided immediate response to Security incidents involving Protection level resources
- Controlled installation vehicle & pedestrian traffic entry & exit in accordance with Air Force & wing guidance.
- Performed installation security measures and maintained law and order during normal and contingency operations.
- Maintained professional demeanor and immaculate appearance as wing's representative to the local community.
- Conducted base entry point checks as directed by the installation commander and during contingency operations
Fireteam Member
Camp Sather, Baghdad, Iraq
09.2004 - 03.2005
- Protected six miles of Sather AB perimeter; protected $2B in combat assets; shielded 18K CF
- Deployed fire team Leader; conducted 100+ Random Anti-Terrorism Measuresprotected $2B in AF assets
- Provided cordon security for unexploded ordinance found at Army Aircraft refueling point.
- Redirected Army aircraft to open fuel points until Explosive Ordinance Disposal personnel arrived to take control of ordinance.
Security Forces Member/Installation Entry Controller
Ellsworth AFB, South Dakota
04.2004 - 09.2004
- Provided immediate response to Security incidents involving Protection level resources
- Controlled installation vehicle & pedestrian traffic entry & exit in accordance with Air Force & wing guidance.
- Performed installation security measures and maintained law and order during normal and contingency operations.
- Maintained professional demeanor and immaculate appearance as wing's representative to the local community.
- Conducted base entry point checks as directed by the installation commander and during contingency operations
Education
Certificate of Completion - Combat Operations
United States Air Force Advanced Designated Marksman Course
01-2009
Certificate of Completion - Personnel Management
United States Air Force Advanced Airman Leadership School
01-2007
Certificate of Completion - Law Enforcement
United States Air Force Advanced Security Forces Academy
01-2003
English, History, Public Speaking
Metropolitan State College of Denver/Community College of Aurora
01-1999
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Eaglecrest High School
01-1997
Skills
- Emergency response coordination
- Policy analysis
- Business process improvement
- Strategic thinking
- Team collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
- Team leadership
- Fleet management expertise
- Building maintenance
- Asset management
- Emergency preparedness
- Critical thinking
Certification
- CPR
- NCIC Certification
- Vehicle Training
RECOGNITION
2009: Awarded Top Performer during Operational Readiness Inspection, Demonstrated superior knowledge in Security and Ground Base Defense Tactics, 2006: Awarded Army Commendation Medal for conducting Convoy Security Operations during Operation Iraqi Freedom, 2004: Awarded Air Force Achievement Medal for safeguarding $28 million in combat resources
OTHER INFORMATION
- Decorated United States Air Force veteran driven to apply comprehensive experience in field training, safety patrol, security detail and public service activities in the public sector as a Security Specialist.
- Effective team leader
- CDSA Certified
- Strong verbal communicator
- Trained in emergency response
- SECRET security clearance (2016)
- Small arms weapons specialist
- CPR certified
Timeline
Management Analyst
Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA)
04.2016 - Current
Desk Sergeant / Security Forces Patrol Leader
01.2012 - 01.2014
Base Defense Operations Center Controller
02.2011 - 11.2011
USAF Non Commissioned Officer in Charge, Security Forces Armory
08.2009 - 08.2010
Base Defense Operations Center Controller
02.2009 - 10.2009
Fireteam Leader
03.2007 - 09.2007
Security Forces Flight Chief/ Desk Sergeant / Security Forces Patrol Leader
05.2006 - 02.2009
Security Forces Patrol Member
11.2005 - 05.2006
Security Forces Patrolman/ Installation Entry Controller
03.2005 - 11.2005
Fireteam Member
09.2004 - 03.2005
Security Forces Member/Installation Entry Controller
04.2004 - 09.2004
Security Forces Apprentice
03.2003 - 05.2006
Security Forces Journeyman, E3-5
Military Service: United States Air Force
10.2002 - 01.2014
Certificate of Completion - Personnel Management
United States Air Force Advanced Airman Leadership School
Certificate of Completion - Law Enforcement
United States Air Force Advanced Security Forces Academy
English, History, Public Speaking
Metropolitan State College of Denver/Community College of Aurora
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Eaglecrest High School
Certificate of Completion - Combat Operations
United States Air Force Advanced Designated Marksman Course