Cory Mcbride
Facilities Specialist Entry II
Huntsville,AL
Summary
Shrewd Security Specialist possessing 19 years acumen directly handling risk-related aspects of technology and data management. Maintains exceptional systematic compliance with policy and guidelines to assess vulnerability and protect crucial information. Thorough consultation throughout technology roadmap, design and launch. Factors latest protocols governing vulnerability assessment to determine internal security policy. Detail-oriented Security Specialist adept at managing facility and personnel security. Knowledgeable about premises monitoring, CCTV, screening techniques and defensive tactics, demonstrated over 3 years of experience. Dependable Facilities Assistant with strong background working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize site maintenance and operational efficiency. Supports high standards of maintenance, security and customer service. Diligent and resourceful in solutions development, assisting in repairs and process improvements. Experienced with facility maintenance and operations, ensuring optimal performance and safety. Utilizes strong project management skills to coordinate and oversee maintenance activities. Knowledge of problem-solving techniques to address and resolve facility-related issues effectively. Facilities management professional with robust experience in overseeing operations, ensuring safety, and maintaining efficiency. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving tangible results. Skilled in troubleshooting, coordination, and effective communication. Recognized for reliability and proactive approach to solving challenges.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Facilities Specialist Entry II
Chenega Infinity
Huntsville, AL
11.2023 - Current
- Coordinated emergency response plans, regularly reviewing protocols and conducting drills to ensure preparedness across the organization.
- Reduced maintenance costs through implementation of preventive maintenance procedures and scheduling.
- Implemented preventive maintenance on machines and equipment to optimize safety and operational quality.
- Served as liaison between facilities department and other internal stakeholders, promoting open communication channels to resolve any conflicts quickly and effectively.
- Ensured safety compliance by coordinating routine audits, training sessions, and updating safety policies as needed.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams on facility projects, ensuring timely completion without disrupting daily operations.
- Managed maintenance staff effectively, providing ongoing training opportunities to improve skills and foster a positive working environment.
- Contributed to the development of long-term strategic plans for facilities growth and improvement through data analysis and forecasting trends in organizational needs.
- Enhanced facility efficiency by conducting regular inspections and identifying areas for improvement.
- Performed routine facility walk-throughs to identify potential issues before they escalate into costly repairs or safety hazards.
- Coordinated facility-related safety trainings for employees, ensuring all personnel were knowledgeable about emergency procedures and response protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of all building systems, equipment warranties, and maintenance schedules to facilitate effective asset management practices.
- Conducted regular facility inspections to identify repair needs or improvements.
- Updated tracking system monitoring facilities-related materials, supplies and equipment.
Security Escort
Chenega Infinity
Huntsville, AL
11.2023 - 11.2023
- Established emergency response to manage and respond to physical security needs of employees, buildings, technology and materials.
- Identified new and innovative approaches to physical security training and executed training to direct and guide physical security staff.
- Offered subject matter expertise surrounding physical security strategy and performed site inspections to adhere to physical security strategy and standards.
- Identified and resolved areas of risk and exposure and recommended solutions and improvements to access control systems and video surveillance systems.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Access Control Officer
Tech USA
Huntsville, AL
01.2022 - Current
- Checked credentials and identifying paperwork for all incoming employees and visitors.
- Completed hourly patrols of facility, grounds and perimeter.
- Investigated complaints and documented findings.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle and by foot.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Screened bags with physical inspections, wands and x-ray technology.
- Secured entrances and exits by maintaining physical presence and carefully monitoring CCTV.
- Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
- Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
Security Specialist
Five Stones
12.2019 - 01.2022
- Conduct physical security and risk vulnerability inspections, evaluate and provide recommendations
- Review facilities designs regarding where sensitive materials are located
- Evaluate existing security procedures
- Apply appropriate security standards
- Greet guests and conduct proper sign-in procedures
- Develop and execute physical security standards and procedures
- Train and supervise security personnel
- Assist or lead security and/or safety awareness training for personnel
- Recommend actions to avoid conditions conducive to threats such as vandalism, terrorism or theft
- Evaluate clearances for management and personnel according to information and property may access
- Drafted reports of property damage, theft, accidents and unusual occurrences to document daily activities and irregularities.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Drafted detailed security policy to govern and support technology decisions.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle and by foot.
Access Control Officer
Ethic Tech
Huntsville, AL
01.2019 - 09.2021
- Communicated effectively with customers, answering questions and concerns regarding systems.
- Drafted reports of property damage, theft, accidents and unusual occurrences to document daily activities and irregularities.
- Gathered information, identified and implemented resolution, planned follow-up and logged and filed incident report to successfully manage complaints.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle and by foot.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Kept check-in area clean and neat at all times.
- Investigated complaints and documented findings.
- Completed hourly patrols of facility, grounds and perimeter.
- Screened bags with physical inspections, wands and x-ray technology.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Checked credentials and identifying paperwork for all incoming employees and visitors.
- Rendered aid to injured and ill individuals and alerted paramedics for advanced support.
- Operated handheld metal detector and other surveillance devices to screen individuals entering facility.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Answered alarms, investigated disturbances and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
- Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
- Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
- Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
- Recorded observations and occurrences and interviewed witnesses to complete and submit incident report.
- Leveraged physical or verbal techniques to investigate suspicious activities and resolve concerns.
- Inspected and adjusted security systems, equipment and machinery to maximize coverage of parking lots and building interior and exterior.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
Access Control Officer
Chenega/MANTECH
Huntsville, AL
05.2016 - 01.2018
- Serving, when required, as point-of-contact for receipt and safeguarding of
- National Security Information during client non-duty hours
- Performing security checks on all outgoing and incoming material, and performs facility security and patrol duties, as designated
- Providing visitor escort services for official visitors (government and contractor), vendors and visiting dignitaries within MDA facilities and entry/exit control points
- Using MDA automated computer Windows based visitor control system, Diamond II to process MDA and authorized visitors
- Performing CPR/AED/First Aid, if required
- Implementing emergency procedures in response to Hazardous Materials incident
- Drafted reports of property damage, theft, accidents and unusual occurrences to document daily activities and irregularities.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle and by foot.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Kept check-in area clean and neat at all times.
- Investigated complaints and documented findings.
- Performed cash drops while maintaining security and control of drop box.
House Keeping
Points by Sheraton
04.2016 - 07.2016
- Dusting and polishing furniture and fixtures
- Cleaning and sanitizing toilets, showers/bathtubs, counter tops, and sinks
- Maintaining clean and sanitary kitchen area
- Making beds and changing linens
- Washing windows
- Vacuuming and cleaning carpets and rugs
- Sweeping/vacuuming, polishing, and mopping hard floors
- Sorting, washing, loading, and unloading laundry
- Ironing clothing items
- Using any cleaning equipment such as vacuums, mops, and other cleaning tools
- Keeping bathrooms stocked with clean linens, toiletries, and other supplies
- Cleaning mirrors and other glass surfaces
- Emptying trash receptacles and disposing of waste
- Steaming and cleaning draperies
- Washing blinds
- Tidying up rooms
- Monitoring cleaning supplies and ordering more as needed
- Reporting any necessary repairs or replacements
MISSILE AND SPACE FACILITIES TECHNICIAN
Air Force
Great Falls, MT
03.2003 - 04.2016
- Maintained data and information integrity; supervised and ensured other sections
- Inputted and preserved data veracity
- Reviewed, corrected and maintained in excess of one million pieces of data to ensure successful system
- Worked on Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS)
- Installed new information into system per section, as needed
- Completed routine inspections of equipment and associated records to check compliance with safety and operational requirements.
- Applied regulations and procedures required for working with high voltage
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Inspected buildings, grounds and equipment for unsafe or malfunctioning conditions.
- Sourced and obtained multiple quotes for parts and supplies per purchasing requirements.
- Completed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to diagnose problems with equipment and systems.
- Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment to load or unload trailers.
- Used standard housekeeping equipment, tools and supplies to accomplish basic cleaning.
- Performed scheduled maintenance on electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems.
- Worked quickly on emergency requests in order to minimize disruptions to operations.
- Performed maintenance inspections on 165 field-use cable air dryers safe guarding $3M
program. - Troubleshot/repaired 904 pressure transmitters and 89 pressure-monitoring
circuit throughout missile complex. - Provided maintenance to primary command and control directly supporting 150 Minuteman III missile sites.
- Executed troubleshot/checkout on 8 Cable Air Dryers; corrected 10 discrepancies and averted damage to priceless hardened intersite cable system.
Missile Maintenance Operations Center Controller
Air Force
01.2013 - 04.2015
- Monitored/reported status of 15 launch control centers and 150 launch facilities to United States Strategic Command
- Directed daily maintenance plans for 60 teams
- Coordinated quick response maintenance teams for dispatch to Missile Alert Facility and
- Launch Facilities with high priority maintenance conditions
- Managed all Missile
- Potential Hazard accidents, emergencies/contingencies with on/off base agencies
- Tracked/directed maintenance for 1,830 teams; 2,738 weapon systems faults repaired – essential to Numbered Air Force 99.7% alert rate
- Managed code change operations on 150 Launch Facilities/15 Launch Control Centers; oversaw 98 teams and enabled Combat Command's warfighting capability
- Executed restoration of 11 Nuclear Command Control & Communications (NC3) systems; enabled emergency message capability & preserved Emergency War order operations
- Monitored three booster movements; facilitated life extension repairs/modifications & sustained system through 2030
- Reported 140 Intercontinental Ballistic Missile degrades; safeguarded nuclear deterrence; prevented weapon safety hazards; restored critical operations; eliminated
Hardened Intersite Cable System Technician
Air Force
02.2012 - 12.2012
- Accountable for maintenance of 2,400 hardened intersite cable system sheath miles and 7,200 buried splice cases covering 13,800 square miles
- Performed preventive maintenance inspections on 165 field-use cable air dryers safe guarding $3M program
- Troubleshot/repaired 904 pressure transmitters and 89 pressure-monitoring circuits throughout missile complex
- Provided maintenance to primary command and control directly supporting 150 Minuteman III missile sites
- Performed 400 feet cable replacement; maintained inter-squadron command and safeguarded Launch Facility monitoring capabilities
- Executed troubleshot/checkout on 8 Cable Air Dryers; corrected 10 discrepancies and averted damage to priceless hardened intersite cable system
- Responded to abrupt hardened intersite cable system line server; augmented emergency splice team and critical C2 monitor circuit restored to Launch Facility
- Completed periodic inspections on 23 Cable Air Dryers; reaped Satisfactory in a two rating system as (Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory – Pass/Fail) under the Quality
- Assurance evaluation and showcased system knowledge
- Performed five pressure transmitter Removal/Replace; restored remote monitoring & circumvented potential cable discrepancies
- Garnered qualification on 50 of 139 hardened intersite cable systems tasks; increased section qualifications by 7%
- Oversaw section tool accountability system; maintained 332 items and lauded during
- Headquarters inspection for program excellence
- Managed hardened intersite cable system vehicle program; maintained/serviced 25 vehicles & passed local inspection with zero discrepancies
- Responded to 27 discrepancies; eliminated 88 work orders and lowered section workload requirements by 9.56%
- Assisted contractors with $3.6M Hardness Program; isolated six facilities and postured weapon system through 2030
- Aided vehicles/equipment section during inspection preparation; 5,000 items scrutinized & reaped 12 Consolidated Unit Inspections Outstanding rating.
Education
Airman Leadership -
Airman Leadership School
08.2014 - 09.2025
High School Diploma -
Crisfield Academy And High School
Crisfield, MD 01.2000 - 2000.05
Skills
Threat Management
undefinedCertification
Certified HVAC
Timeline
Facilities Specialist Entry II
Chenega Infinity
11.2023 - Current
Security Escort
Chenega Infinity
11.2023 - 11.2023
Access Control Officer
Tech USA
01.2022 - Current
Security Specialist
Five Stones
12.2019 - 01.2022
Access Control Officer
Ethic Tech
01.2019 - 09.2021
Access Control Officer
Chenega/MANTECH
05.2016 - 01.2018
House Keeping
Points by Sheraton
04.2016 - 07.2016
Airman Leadership -
Airman Leadership School
08.2014 - 09.2025
Missile Maintenance Operations Center Controller
Air Force
01.2013 - 04.2015
Hardened Intersite Cable System Technician
Air Force
02.2012 - 12.2012
MISSILE AND SPACE FACILITIES TECHNICIAN
Air Force
03.2003 - 04.2016
High School Diploma -
Crisfield Academy And High School
01.2000 - 2000.05
Certified HVAC
Top Secret clearance
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