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Christopher Barros

Everett,MA

Summary

Physical Security Specialist with law enforcement experience keeping and maintaining order, sound judgement in dangerous situations and all around professional communication. Motivated and energetic leader recognized for teaching, mentoring as well as generating respect, rapport and obedience from varying difficult individuals. Over 7 years of In-depth knowledge of use of interpersonal skills and identifying threats. Focused, personable and amicable with strong communication skills.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Activity Security Representative I

ManTech- Hanscom SAP Complex
03.2023 - Current
  • Provide routine support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.
  • Conduct maintenance of a document accountability database and associated correspondence.
  • Process magnetic media for accountability.
  • Assist in the processing of inbound data and outbound data transfer files
  • Facilitate and assist with researching, processing, filing, and maintaining inbound visit notices and out processing personnel
  • Assist in maintaining personnel security files for all personnel of the facility.
  • Perform miscellaneous administrative support functions as directed by the Physical Security Officer Chief of Security and Senior Security Representative.
  • Perform, supervise and assist with duties of previous position as Visitor Control/Security
    Administrator

Visitor Control/Security Administrator

ManTech
03.2023 - 11.2023
  • Entry and circulation control of all people into the secure facility.
  • Verify identification of all visitors, and ensure all are sponsored for access to the secure facility.
  • Perform scheduled scrubs of all relevant systems, databases, and logbooks to identify any personnel access discrepancies and update for accuracy.
  • Utilize the Advantor security system to manage personnel facility badge profiles, badge coding, badge access, personnel verification, and tracking of intrusion detection alarms and unauthorized entry attempts within the secure facility.
  • Ensure and enforce no unauthorized items such as weapons or any device that is able to transmit or receive data are brought into the secure facility using methods like property searches.
  • Process violation forms for unauthorized items.
  • Build and maintain tracker spreadsheets/databases for a variety of administrative functions for physical security (PHYSEC) duties using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel Spreadsheet.
  • Perform emergency procedures for bomb threat, active shooter, force protection, Anti-Terrorism, fire evacuation and other emergency situations.
  • Maintain an on-call duty phone and coordinate with United States Air Force (USAF) Security Forces as needed for physical security related issues.
  • Write and process incident reports for any PHYSEC issues that occur within the facility.
  • Perform opening and closing procedures on a secure facility.
  • Account for all logs, instructions, equipment and badges at the beginning and end of each scheduled work day.
  • Account for, collect, replace and track administrative details before archiving monthly forms.
  • Supervise and escort varying workers inside various secured areas.
  • Supervising and advising on construction requirements for multiple SCIFs simultaneously
  • Ensure all construction work is completed in accordance with Intelligence Community Directive 705
  • Cleared for Top Secret information and granted access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) based on favorable adjudication of last personnel security investigation.

Counterintelligence Special Agent

United States Army Reserve
08.2022 - Current

U.S. Army CI is responsible for collecting and interpreting intelligence that directly effects the safety and security of U.S. Citizens, property and equipment. They complete this by investigating, detecting and identifying counterintelligence threats and conducting countermeasures which include neutralizing foreign intelligence Entities' abilities and fighting terrorism/terrorist plots. CURRENTLY IN CANDIDATE STATUS.

Deputy Sheriff/Jail Officer

Suffolk County Sheriff's Department
01.2020 - 11.2022
  • Enforced all state and federal laws inside the institution in accordance with Department policies and procedures as a unit officer and as a housing control supervisor.
  • Observed both inmate and staff (custody and non-custody) activity in person and on closed circuit monitors.
  • Employed proper care, custody and control of all inmates. Efficiently identified inmates who had behavioral, medical and/or other issues so appropriate safety and security measures may be taken with minimal risk involved.
  • Conducted unpredictable security rounds within regular 30 minute intervals, 15 minute mental health and suicide prevention rounds, as well as one on one watches of high suicide risk inmates. As a housing control supervisor, Ensured security rounds were conducted and completed as required.
  • Prevented escape, disorder, regulation infractions and harm to other inmates by maintaining discipline and orderly running of the unit of assignment.
  • Searched inmates by performing pat and strip searches for weapons and contraband. Searched visitors, cells, footlockers, housing units, recreation decks and other areas for weapons and contraband.
  • Monitored and regulated inmate and staff movement. As a housing control supervisor; maintained and recorded inmate counts, security rounds, cell assignments, and made accurate written entries in log books on any events, or other pertinent information as legal documents.

Supervised inmate work details ranging from 1-20 inmates.

  • Understood, disseminated and executed complex oral and/or written orders. As a housing control supervisor, Enforced the complex oral and written orders.
  • Prepared clear, concise and accurate written and technical reports based on disciplinary, use of force incidents, or any information gathered and observed considered out of regular operations. As a housing control supervisor, Review and provide immediate feedback to unit officers on reports in order to ensure all reporting requirements are met and in good quality.
  • Professionally communicated with inmates, using verbal de-escalation in order to prevent altercations, assaults and use of force incidents as needed.
  • Responded to emergency situations, such as inmate violence inmate or assaults within the institution and have knowledge and efficiently employ defensive and restraint tactics in accordance with the use of force continuum.
  • Knowledge, maintenance and use of all required and applicable equipment such as: handcuffs and/or other restraints, radios, multiple sets of keys, weapons (including, batons, O.C. Spray, in certain circumstances, firearms).
  • Maintained a working knowledge of all activity occurring in your assigned area, of all inmate activity and movement while also listening for possible disturbances.
  • Effectively interacted with inmates one-on-one and in groups ranging from 1 - 130 at any time as a unit officer as well as a housing control supervisor.
  • As a housing control supervisor; Taught, coached, mentored, corrected new correctional officers in real world application of the orderly running of units including the new book unit, segregation unit, as well as other special housing units.
  • Taught, coached, mentored, corrected correctional officers newer to supervisory roles in real world application of the orderly monitoring and supervising of units, the new book unit, segregation unit, as well as other special housing units.
  • Segregation unit housing control supervisor duties including the creation of complex recreation schedules, in order to prevent altercations and injuries to other inmates or staff.
  • Segregation unit housing control supervisor duties such as ensuring proper restraint and orderly running techniques are being used by the unit officers in the segregation unit.
  • Segregation unit housing control supervisor duties including maintaining visual on inmates in the segregation unit that are required to be housed in a cell with a camera to ensure inmate safety, and suicide prevention.
  • Maintained all property of inmates while in the segregation unit.
  • Interacted with the public and various stakeholders as the front lobby officer, answering calls and resolving issues, assisting the records division by cutting checks for inmates to post bail, as well as scheduling, organizing, monitoring and supervising visits both digitally and in person.

Aviation Officer

Massachusetts Port Authority
08.2019 - 11.2022
  • Monitored vehicle and pedestrian activity at a vehicle security checkpoint using closed circuit cameras and used an underbelly vehicle camera system to detect any Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) underneath vehicles.
  • Inspected and searched all incoming non exempt vehicles/individuals for all appropriate Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) security badges and vehicle permits.
  • Inspecting and verifying badges and permits were not expired and were currently valid
  • Issued Temporary visitor passes and/or temporary vehicle passes after a successful completion of background checks were completed on individuals with operational need to have access to the airfield.
  • Assisted the Massachusetts State Police in taking into custody individuals wanted for various crimes
  • Enforced compliance with Massport and TSA Regulations, reporting any violations and threats to public safety to the Massport Aviation Security Manager, Massachusetts State Police, taking immediate action if required.
  • Performed additional security duties around Logan International Airport, such as conducting employee screening at various Secure access doors.
  • Remained flexible in rapidly changing environments and adapted to developing situations.
  • Wrote incident reports of irregularities such as property damage, guest or employee accidents, unusual occurrences or discovery of prohibited items such as weapons.

Lead Transportation Security Officer

Transportation Security Administration, TSA
05.2016 - 08.2019
  • Designed action plans to respond to emergency situations.
  • Supervised, monitored and conducted passenger screening.
  • Supervised and mentored team of 10-70 security officers.
  • Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
  • Upheld strong customer service standards while completing screenings.
  • Searched individuals and baggage for weapons and other prohibited items using X-ray, Metal Detection and Millimeter wave technology.
  • Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
  • Watched each individual to assess demeanor and look for suspicious behavior.
  • Completed routine activity logs and documentation.
  • Worked with local, state and federal law enforcement agents to apprehend suspicious individuals.
  • Responded to emergency situations quickly and using sound judgement to minimize risk and injury.
  • Conducted pat-downs of passengers when machine alarms indicated further inspection.
  • Directed passengers clearly for quick movement through security screening process giving additional assistance to individuals exhibiting difficulties.
  • Manually searched carry-on or checked baggage containing suspect items such as weapons or other prohibited items.
  • Operated closed circuit cameras and portable radio devices to coordinate with security personnel throughout airport.
  • Identified and challenged potentially unauthorized individuals to prevent access to restricted areas.
  • Enforced all federal and state laws, administration of laws, and any rules and regulations in accordance with TSA policies, procedures and directives.
  • Coached, mentored and remediated security officers and lead security officers in standard operating procedures (SOP).
  • Reviewed both security camera footage and live feeds to spot trespassers and criminal activity.
  • Documented detailed security-related incidents, including discovery of prohibited items into reports for dissemination to TSA management.
  • Made decisions with limited information based on scenarios which TSA procedures did not cover
  • Field Training Officer (FTO) for new and limited function security officers.

92A Automated Logistical Specialist

United States Army Reserve
02.2013 - 02.2019
  • Developed plans and advanced programs for all automotive vehicle maintenance.
  • Soldier in charge of maintaining and supplying materials and vehicle parts in the motor pool.
  • Conducted vehicle inspections to ensure all services had been conducted.
  • Assigned tasks to mechanics to fix any deficiency on any vehicle.
  • Dispatched and logged any and all activity of vehicles.
  • Ensured all operators of vehicles were properly licensed by reviewing their license electronically.
  • Ordered and organized all parts ordered for current and future maintenance services of vehicles.
  • Subject matter expert in Global Combat Support System (GCSS) ARMY.
  • Created and maintained records, which included stock lists, inventory and material counts.
  • Ordered and distributed materials on the company commander's behalf.

Education

High School Diploma -

Greater Boston Academy
Stoneham, MA
06.2014

Skills

  • Supervision & leadership
  • Critical thinking
  • Training & development
  • Fluent in Spanish
  • Analytical
  • Emergency Management
  • Maintaining records
  • Report writing

Timeline

Activity Security Representative I

ManTech- Hanscom SAP Complex
03.2023 - Current

Visitor Control/Security Administrator

ManTech
03.2023 - 11.2023

Counterintelligence Special Agent

United States Army Reserve
08.2022 - Current

Deputy Sheriff/Jail Officer

Suffolk County Sheriff's Department
01.2020 - 11.2022

Aviation Officer

Massachusetts Port Authority
08.2019 - 11.2022

Lead Transportation Security Officer

Transportation Security Administration, TSA
05.2016 - 08.2019

92A Automated Logistical Specialist

United States Army Reserve
02.2013 - 02.2019

High School Diploma -

Greater Boston Academy
Christopher Barros