Brendan Benjamin
Santa Clarita,CA
Summary
Seasoned Executive Protection Agent known for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks. Possess specialized skills in threat assessment, secure transportation planning, and advanced surveillance techniques. Excel in critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication, ensuring safety and security in all assignments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Protection Agent
Gavin de Becker & Associates
Los Angeles, California
10.2024 - Current
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations regarding executive protection services.
- Developed and implemented emergency response plans in the event of a security breach.
- Provided close protection services to clients while traveling domestically or internationally.
- Conducted threat assessments and managed security operations for high-profile individuals.
- Maintained detailed logs of daily activities, including locations visited, people met with, and any incidents that may have occurred.
- Provided training on executive protection procedures to other agents in the organization.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Instructor
Honor Roll Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Santa Clarita, California
02.2024 - Current
- Instructed classes on Brazilian Jiu Jitsu techniques and strategies, including warm-ups, drills, and sparring.
- Conducted demonstrations for students to illustrate key concepts and principles associated with Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
- Encouraged positive behavior and sportsmanship among students while teaching them respect for their opponents both on and off the mat.
- Demonstrated various self-defense techniques that can be used in dangerous situations outside of the gym.
- Researched new techniques or strategies related to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in order to stay up-to-date with industry trends.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress in classes.
- Promoted Brazilian Jiu Jitsu within community by attending public events or distributing flyers and posters.
- Maintained a safe learning environment by enforcing rules and regulations among participants.
- Instructed students in martial arts skills and demonstrated appropriate use of techniques.
0311 Infantry Rifleman
United States Marine Corps
Twentynine Palms, California
09.2017 - 09.2021
- Maintained and operated infantry weapons systems such as M4 carbine rifles, M203 grenade launchers, and M249 Squad Automatic Weapons.
- Inspected various pieces of military equipment for serviceability prior to use in the field.
- Assisted in the preparation of defensive positions for combat operations.
- Participated in small-unit tactical operations by providing fire support during ambushes and raids.
- Prepared written reports detailing events that occurred during missions or exercises.
- Interpreted maps accurately for navigation purposes during long marches or patrol movements.
- Utilized night vision devices to conduct surveillance operations at night.
- Repaired damaged military equipment when possible; reported all unserviceable items for replacement.
- Organized ammunition supply points; distributed ammunition in accordance with established procedures.
- Performed guard duty and maintained security of assigned areas.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
College of The Canyons
Valencia, CASkills
- Firearms proficiency
- Language skills
- Physical fitness
- Social media monitoring
- Background checks
- Situational awareness
- Cultural awareness
- Hostile environment training
- Residential security
- Counter surveillance
- International relations
- Self-defense techniques
- Close protection
- Protective equipment
- Route planning
- Electronic security
- Advance planning
Affiliations
- Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
- Judo
- Skydiving
- Commercial Flight
Accomplishments
- USMC Good Conduct Medal
- Operation Inherent Resolve Campaign Medal
Certification
- Gavin de Becker Essential Protection Skills Academy
- BSIS Exposed Firearm Permit
- BSIS Guard
- Judo Black Belt
- Jiu Jitsu Blue Belt
- Basic Life Savers Provider
Timeline
Executive Protection Agent
Gavin de Becker & Associates
10.2024 - Current
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Instructor
Honor Roll Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
02.2024 - Current
0311 Infantry Rifleman
United States Marine Corps
09.2017 - 09.2021
Associate of Arts - General Studies
College of The Canyons
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