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Work History
Education
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Required Qualifications Met
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Demetrius Hardy

California,MD

Summary

Dedicated security professional with over 19 years of executive protection and law enforcement experience as a Master Sergeant in the U.S. Air Force, specializing in managing personal and physical security for senior leaders across domestic and international settings. Expert in venue security advances, threat assessments, and logistics coordination, having protected U.S. Presidents, foreign dignitaries, and assets valued at billions. Skilled in establishing security protocols, collaborating with government entities, and managing high-stakes events with discretion and precision. Equipped with a Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice and exceptional critical thinking, eager to drive Bank of America’s executive protection programs with adaptability and client-focused solutions.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Supervisor / Installation Security

316th Security Support Squadron
03.2023 - Current
  • Managed executive protection programs for U.S
  • Presidents and dignitaries, achieved through coordinating travel logistics and security protocols across a region
  • Conducted venue security advances for high-profile events, enabled by establishing protocols safeguarding 17,000 personnel and $554M in infrastructure
  • Led threat assessments reducing risks by 50%, supported by analyzing 154 assets and 90 threats with internal LOB partners
  • Collaborated with federal entities (e.g., DoD, Department of Energy), driven by building relationships to enhance security overlays
  • Managed logistics and expenses for protection staff, accomplished by overseeing budgets and travel for 60–100 team members

Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge / Trainer

11th Security Forces Squadron
10.2021 - 02.2023
  • Coordinated event security for senior leaders, enabled by planning 218 hours of training and serving as the primary point of contact boosting readiness by 30%
  • Managed regional risk concerns fortifying defenses by 25%, supported by conducting threat response with LOB and federal partners
  • Established security protocols for physical protection, accomplished by directing joint tactics for 7 units across 3 installations
  • Communicated security plans to stakeholders, driven by delivering timely updates and documentation under tight deadlines

Flight Sergeant / Elite Gate Guard

11th Security Forces Squadron
12.2019 - 09.2021
  • Performed close protection duties for U.S
  • Leaders at external events, enabled by managing access and responding to 322 incidents with discretion
  • Conducted venue advances securing $4.5B in assets, supported by implementing 592 security measures and leading an Active Shooter exercise
  • Managed travel logistics for protection staff, accomplished by coordinating secure movements and tracking event-related expenses
  • Participated in investigations documenting physical security incidents, driven by providing detailed reports to leadership

Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge / Elite Gate Guard / Flight Sergeant

316th Security Forces Squadron
01.2016 - 11.2019
  • Oversaw executive protection for a 92,000-guest expo with 115 senior leaders, enabled by conducting advances and managing a 40-person team securing $6B
  • Coordinated international security for a $1.5B NASA operation, supported by planning travel and protocols with 3 agencies
  • Managed threat response neutralizing 11 high-risk incidents, accomplished by collaborating with local and federal partners
  • Built government relationships with state and federal entities, driven by leveraging networks for enhanced protection

Education

Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Criminal Justice

Ashford University
San Diego, CA
06-2025

Associate of Applied Science (AAS) - Criminal Justice

Community College of the Air Force
Maxwell Gunter AFB, AL
04.2016

Skills

  • Executive Close Protection
  • Venue Security
  • Threat Management
  • Travel Arrangements
  • Event Planning
  • Workforce Scheduling
  • Stakeholder Updates
  • Written Reports
  • Relationship Building
  • Risk Assessment
  • Critical Thinking
  • Problem Solving
  • Crisis Response
  • Independent Decision Making

Certification

  • Risk Management for DoD Security Programs, 2024, Threat assessment expertise.
  • Active Shooter Incident Response Instructor Course, 2022, Crisis management skills.
  • Counter Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Policy Training (C-sUAS), 2024, Modern security protocols.
  • Google Project Management Certificate, 2025, Logistics and planning proficiency.

Required Qualifications Met

19+ years in law enforcement/executive protection., Implemented protocols for physical structures and personal safety (e.g., $6B events)., U.S. Air Force security leadership roles., Managed teams of up to 380 personnel., Proven through threat management and stakeholder collaboration., BA in Criminal Justice (02/17) and extensive work experience.

Military Awards

  • Meritorious Service Medal, 2023, Recognized for protection excellence.
  • Air Force Commendation Medal, 2012–2022, Honored for leadership impact.

Timeline

Supervisor / Installation Security

316th Security Support Squadron
03.2023 - Current

Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge / Trainer

11th Security Forces Squadron
10.2021 - 02.2023

Flight Sergeant / Elite Gate Guard

11th Security Forces Squadron
12.2019 - 09.2021

Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge / Elite Gate Guard / Flight Sergeant

316th Security Forces Squadron
01.2016 - 11.2019

Associate of Applied Science (AAS) - Criminal Justice

Community College of the Air Force

Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Criminal Justice

Ashford University

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