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Derek Couts

907 Rue De La Savoie, Mary Esther,FL

Summary

Security-focused professional with 8 years of experience seeking a Security Guard role. Background includes Physical Security Specialist and Emergency Response Team work, embassy and diplomatic protective support, emergency communications dispatch, surveillance monitoring, access control, incident reporting, patrolling procedures, and emergency response. Calm under pressure; strong communication, conflict resolution, documentation, and regulatory compliance.

Overview

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Certification
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years of professional experience

Work History

Emergency Communication Dispatch-8,40 Hours/week

Okaloosa County Sheriff Office
Shalimar, FL
11.2023 - 02.2024
  • Managed 25% off inbound emergency and non-emergency calls, assessing situations quickly and accurately to determine appropriate response needs.
  • Dispatched 500 law enforcement, fire, and EMS personnel promptly, ensuring timely coordination of emergency and public safety services.
  • Maintained clear, calm communication during high-stress incidents, supporting effective response efforts.

Telemetry Monitor Technician, GS-6, 40 Hours/week

HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital
Fort Walton Beach, FL
03.2021 - 10.2023
  • Prepared and measured telemetry waveform data for 300 patients with accuracy to support precise patient monitoring and interpretation.
  • Communicated critical telemetry findings to clinical staff.
  • Maintained comprehensive patient records, documenting measurements and EKG variations for ongoing clinical reference.

Pyrotechnical, GS-7, 20 Hours/week

Pyro Shows
LaFollette, TN
01.2018 - 03.2021
  • Coordinated the assembly and transportation of fireworks display equipment, ensuring timely delivery for scheduled 100 client events in cost between 8K and 25K.
  • Set up and prepared fireworks displays and firing systems in accordance with strict event timelines.
  • Maintained rigorous safety protocols throughout transportation, installation, and live execution of all operations.

Explosive Technician, GS-10, 40 Hours/week

Blasting Solutions
Syracuse, UT
12.2014 - 03.2018
  • Constructed explosive charges and supported their placement and detonation to ensure safe, effective clearing operations.
  • Contributed to maintenance activities in power plants and paper mills by helping uphold safety and operational standards.

Physical Security Specialist, GS-12, 40 Hours/week

Triple Canopy
Reston, VA
08.2016 - 02.2018
  • Provided protective security support for diplomatic personnel as part of the Ambassador's Protection Detail, responding effectively to potential threats and high-risk situations in 300 convoys.
  • Supported emergency and crisis response operations as a member of the Emergency Response Unit, helping to ensure swift, secure, and coordinated resolutions.
  • Delivered mission support for client operations by coordinating secure transit and maintaining continuous protective coverage during movements.

Physical Security Specialist, GS-14, 40 Hours/week

Aegis LLC
Arlington, VA
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Ensured the safety of embassy personnel during mission assignments through the effective operation of weapon systems and tactical vehicles in cost $25M.
  • Maintained Worldwide Protective Security certification by meeting required training standards and sustaining readiness for emergency response situations.

0311 Rifleman, GS-3, 40 Hours/week

United States Marine Corps
MCBH Kaneohe Bay, HI
08.2005 - 12.2008
  • Served as Lead Gunner during mobile assault operations, operating an M-240 to maintain team security and support mission effectiveness.
  • Improved convoy safety by serving on an IED sweep team, helping detect and mitigate potential threats during operations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

University of West Florida
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Skills

  • Ability to Work Under Pressure
  • Attention to Detail
  • Teamwork
  • Critical Thinking
  • Documentation and Record Keeping
  • Surveillance Monitoring
  • Incident Reporting
  • Emergency Response
  • Patrolling Procedures

Certification

Worldwide Protective Service (WPS), VXL International, ATF Explosive Tech. Permit, ATF Pyro technician Permit, May 2012

Timeline

Emergency Communication Dispatch-8,40 Hours/week

Okaloosa County Sheriff Office
11.2023 - 02.2024

Telemetry Monitor Technician, GS-6, 40 Hours/week

HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital
03.2021 - 10.2023

Pyrotechnical, GS-7, 20 Hours/week

Pyro Shows
01.2018 - 03.2021

Physical Security Specialist, GS-12, 40 Hours/week

Triple Canopy
08.2016 - 02.2018

Explosive Technician, GS-10, 40 Hours/week

Blasting Solutions
12.2014 - 03.2018

Physical Security Specialist, GS-14, 40 Hours/week

Aegis LLC
01.2012 - 01.2014

0311 Rifleman, GS-3, 40 Hours/week

United States Marine Corps
08.2005 - 12.2008

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

University of West Florida