Beyonce Matthews
Rockville,MD
Summary
A security professional with diplomatic mission protection experience as a Marine Security Guard at U.S. Embassies and Consulates overseas. Extensive experience in physical security, counterterrorism awareness, access control, and protection of classified information. Proven ability to operate professionally in high-visibility diplomatic environments while supporting emergency action plans and mission security objectives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Marine Security Guard
United States Marine Corps
10.2023 - 10.2026
- Implemented physical security and force protection measures to safeguard U.S. government personnel, classified information, and sensitive assets at overseas diplomatic facilities.
- Conducted risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, and threat analyses to identify security weaknesses and enhance protective security protocols.
- Responded to security incidents, alarms, and emergencies, applying incident response, crisis management, and emergency action procedures to mitigate threats and damages.
- Collaborated with interagency partners, host-nation personnel, and detachment members to maintain secure operations and operational readiness.
- Provided armed protective services for U.S. Embassies and Consulates, protecting U.S. government employees, official visitors, and U.S. government property.
- Prevented compromise of classified national security information (CNSI) and sensitive equipment through strict enforcement of access control, credential verification, and interior guard procedures.
- Operated in high-threat, overseas environments with elevated terrorism, espionage, and counterintelligence risks, maintaining continuous situational awareness.
- Applied law enforcement techniques, use-of-force-continuum, and less-than-lethal options in accordance with federal policies and rules of engagement.
- Supported Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) and continuity of operations (COOP) during crises affecting U.S. personnel or diplomatic facilities.
- Coordinated daily protective security operations within multinational, multicultural, and interagency diplomatic environments.
- Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, and sound judgement in high-visibility diplomatic assignments overseas.
Aviation Maintenance Administrator
United States Marine Corps
04.2020 - 08.2023
- Managed aviation maintenance scheduling to ensure timely aircraft readiness and compliance with safety regulations.
- Coordinated documentation for maintenance records, improving accuracy and accessibility of critical information.
- Developed training materials for staff on maintenance procedures and regulatory requirements, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Oversaw inventory management for aircraft parts, streamlining procurement processes to reduce downtime.
- Analyzed maintenance performance data to identify trends and recommend process improvements for enhanced operational effectiveness.
- Mentored junior personnel in best practices for aviation maintenance administration, fostering professional development within the team.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sherando High School
Stephens City, VA06-2019
Skills
- Protective Security Operations
- Anti-terrorism & counterintelligence awareness
- Physical security & access control
- Risk assessments & vulnerability analysis
- Incident responses& crisis management
- Use-of-force continuum & less-than-lethal- application
- Protection of Classified Information
- Interagency & multinational coordination
- Overseas & high-threat environment operations
Timeline
Marine Security Guard
United States Marine Corps
10.2023 - 10.2026
Aviation Maintenance Administrator
United States Marine Corps
04.2020 - 08.2023
High School Diploma -
Sherando High School