Dennis McInnis
Frisco,TX
Summary
Dynamic Corporate Security Manager with extensive experience at DHL Supply Chain, excelling in risk management and security improvements. Proven track record in investigating breaches and delivering effective emergency training. Skilled in threat analysis and adept at fostering relationships with law enforcement, ensuring safety and security in high-risk environments.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporate Security Manager
DHL Supply Chain
05.2022 - Current
- Responded swiftly to security incidents and effectively resolved security issues.
- Managed security policies and procedures to promote safety and security of personnel and assets.
- Worked in fast-paced and high-risk environments while maintaining exceptional standards of excellence for security programs, strategies, and plans.
- Evaluated security systems and procedures to identify areas for improvement.
- Conducted regular security audits and assessments to identify potential security risks and vulnerabilities.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop and implement strategies to mitigate security risks.
- Analyzed security threats and risks and developed mitigation strategies to reduce potential losses.
- Delivered regular security awareness programs to educate personnel on security measures and protocols.
- Investigated and resolved security breaches to protect organization and corporate assets.
- Established and maintained close working relationships with local law enforcement officers.
- Cultivated relationships with external security vendors to make additional security resources available if necessary.
- Verified excellence in regard to security programs, strategies and plans within fast-paced and high-risk environments.
- Transportation Security Manager responsible for investigating all transportation thefts in North America.
- Develops and implements security protocols to mitigate risks and enhance operational safety during transportation.
- Provides comprehensive training to DHL managed transportation teams, focusing on the prevention of cargo theft.
- The training emphasizes best practices for securing shipments, recognizing potential threats, and responding effectively to incidents, fostering a culture of security awareness within the organization
- Provide regular communication to managed transportation to assist with the prevention of full trailer thefts, pilferages, fictitious pickups and thefts related to carrier and broker identity theft.
- Attend meetings with the Southwest Transportation Security Council to discuss current cargo theft issues.
- Attend the annual Cargo Theft Summit in Fort Worth, Texas as well as the National Cargo Theft Summit.
- In regular communication with Cargonet, National Insurance Crime Bureau and the Southwest Transportation Security Council to report cargo theft information to be distributed to the transportation industry.
Dallas Police Detective
Dallas Police Department
06.1997 - 04.2022
- Patrol officer for 7 years and 3 years in the bait car unit.
- Became a Detective in 2007 assigned to the Special Investigations Division working as an auto theft investigator.
- Responsibilities in auto theft included extensive investigations with organized theft rings, chop shop investigations and undercover sting operations. Successful prosecutions of hundreds of offenders and the recovery of millions of dollars of stolen property.
- In 2013, became the lead detective for cargo theft related offenses. Investigated hundreds of thefts involving semi-trucks, semi-trailers and cargo. The result of my investigations led to the recovery of millions of dollars in stolen property resulting in the prosecutions of dozens of offenders.
- Wrote detailed reports outlining case findings for internal files and legal purposes.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Kept meticulous and detailed records of each case to avoid causing any problems with prosecution.
- Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
- Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
- Participated in court hearings to provide written reports, evidence and verbal testimonies.
- Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses, and complainants.
- Conducted personal, property, and event surveillance.
- Initiated and concluded investigations of crime organizations.
- Preserved evidence for court hearings and checked integrity of individual pieces.
- Delivered calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines, and offer law enforcement expertise.
- Obtained and verified evidence by interviewing, observing and conducting surveillance of suspects and records.
- Worked undercover operations as buyer or dealer to uncover criminal activities and gather evidence for cases.
- Identified witnesses and collected statements to gather information and pursue remedies for violations of legal standards.
- Trained team members on agency processes, court procedures and investigation strategies.
- Conducted multi-scope research into suspects to determine criminal activities and suspect operating environments.
- Installed covert cameras and recording devices in compliance with legal statutes and department policies.
Education
Jackson State University
Jackson, MSSkills
- Site Visits
- Company Risk Management
- Active Shooter Training
- Interviews and Interrogations
- Security Improvements
- Court Testimony
- Improve Policies
- Investigate Breaches
- Emergency Training
- Threat Analysis
- Assess Risks
- Safety and security regulations
- Incident reports
Affiliations
The Southwest Transportation Security Council (SWTSC) was formed to promote a partnership among Transportation Security Management groups and law enforcement to enhance communication and cooperation with a focus on transportation security and cargo theft in Texas and the Southwest area of the United States. Also, provides education to Law Enforcement Agencies and Officers about the transportation industry through partnership with the North Texas Crime Commission locally and to nationally partner with other transportation regional security industry councils and the Supply Chain – Information Sharing and Analysis Center to provide critical information and assistance to all members.
Timeline
Corporate Security Manager
DHL Supply Chain
05.2022 - Current
Dallas Police Detective
Dallas Police Department
06.1997 - 04.2022
Jackson State University