Christopher Paragoso
THE STRAT HOTEL, CASINO & TOWER
Las Vegas,NV
19
years of professional experience
Experienced Security Officer with a proven record of safeguarding property, assets, and personnel through proactive risk assessment, incident response, and adherence to established safety protocols.
Work History
EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM (ERT)
1 Year 4 Months- Highly trained security professional with expertise in responding to suspicious, unusual, and emergency situations while maintaining guest safety. Skilled in applying appropriate escalation or de-escalation techniques in alignment with established protocols. Experienced in active shooter response, undercover investigations, and coordinating with local law enforcement and partner properties to identify and apprehend “be on the lookout” (BOLO) suspects. Recognized for strong situational awareness, quick decision-making under pressure, and a commitment to ensuring a safe and secure environment.
EXECUTIVE PROTECTION AGENT
4 Months- Plans and executes security measures to protect the Meruelo family including threat analysis in various locations and events, anticipate potential threats and respond effectively to emergencies, using defensive techniques and weapon tactics, if necessary, travel with them domestically and work in various environments including high pressure situations, maintain high level of confidentiality and discretion ensuring the privacy of the family.
SPECIAL RESPONSE TEAM (SRT)
4 Years- Trained to respond to suspicious, unusual, or emergency situations using the appropriate escalation, or de-escalation, of force by following established protocol, responding to active shooters incident and conducting undercover investigation to ensure guest safety, coordinate with local law enforcement ie. Metropolitan Police Department and other properties in case there’s a “be on the lookout” suspect.
ARMED SECURITY OFFICER
- Securing the safety and of guests, team members and property assets. Safeguard all transfers of monies and chips on the casino floor. Conduct preliminary investigations and make appropriate reports of any crime or other incidents occurring.
LEAD SECURITY
5 Years- Lead Security and member of Kaiser’s newly established Emergency Department Specialist that only handles psych patients and violent situations inside the facility.
ARMORED GUARD/MANAGER
8 Years- Replenish and service ATM’s, assist and train fellow coworkers, securing valuable deliveries to merchants and financial institutions.
Education
Microsoft Office Specialist with Business Skill
Medical Assistant
BS Management
High School Diploma
Skills
AVADE Workplace Violence Certified
CPR/Baton/Pepper Spray/Handcuff Certified
Tactical Emergency Casualty Care Certified Provider (TECC)
2023 Champion (AVMC) Active Violence Mitigation Challenge Shooting Competition for Sahara Hotel and Casino
Proficient with weapons and defensive tactics
Able to identify critical issues quickly and accurately
LAW ENFORCEMENT EXPERIENCE (PHILIPPINES)
- 2001-2002
- Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency
- Special Operation Group
- 1999-2001
- Office of the President
- Presidential Consultant on safety and security of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation. (PAGCOR)
- 1997-1999
- Office of the Vice President
- Personal liaison and Close Protection Operative for the Vice President/ Member of his task force, Presidential Anti-Organize Crime Task Force (PAOCTF)
Languages
TAGALOG
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM (ERT)
THE STRAT HOTEL, CASINO & TOWER
06.2025 - CurrentRead More
EXECUTIVE PROTECTION AGENT
MERUELO FAMILY/OWNERS OF SAHARA HOTEL & CASINO
12.2024 - 04.2025Read More
SPECIAL RESPONSE TEAM (SRT)
SAHARA LAS VEGAS
01.2021 - 01.2025Read More
ARMED SECURITY OFFICER
CIRCUS CIRCUS HOTEL & CASINO
01.2021 - 01.2021Read More
LEAD SECURITY
KAISER PERMANENTE
01.2015 - 01.2020Read More
ARMORED GUARD/MANAGER
LOOMIS ARMORED INC
01.2007 - 01.2015Read More
El Camino College
Medical Assistant
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University of the East
BS Management
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Adamson University
High School Diploma
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New Horizon Learning Group
Microsoft Office Specialist with Business Skill
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