Brian Santos
Investigator, New York State Police
New Paltz,NY
Summary
Currently employed by Aficmac Global Security and assigned to a Fine Jewelry Establishment as an Armed Security Officer in Manhattan, NY. Retired versatile Investigator/Sgt. with training and certifications in multiple disciplines. Former R.A. at Mohawk Community College and dedicated volunteer CYO basketball coach focused on mentoring youth.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Armed Security Officer
AFIMAC Security
12.2022 - Current
- Armed Security at a Fine Luxury Jewelry Boutique.
- Detailed theft, access violations, and other incidents with reports to boost success of future criminal or civil remediation.
- Reduced vandalism and criminal activity by keeping close eye on premises through personal checks and CCTV monitoring.
- Underwent and maintained firearms certification in compliance with state laws and organizational standards.
- Cooperated with security personnel and law enforcement to share information and coordinate responses to security incidents.
- Maintained physical fitness to perform physically demanding job tasks.
- Maintained confidentiality to protect sensitive information and prevent harmful release of information.
Investigator, Executive Security Detail
New York State Police
05.2018 - 12.2022
- Provided safety and security to Elected Officials, their Families, and visiting Dignitaries.
- Site Advance: Planned and prepared security measures for all venues and locations on itinerary.
- Motorcade Operator: Planned and prepared efficient routes, emergency evacuation routes, and identified Level 1 Trauma Centers for all locations on itinerary.
Criminal Investigator
New York State Police
03.2008 - 05.2018
- Directed criminal investigations of crimes such as Assault, Robbery, Larceny, Burglary, Homicide, Fraud, Sexual Crimes, Child Abuse/Pornography.
- Gathered facts and collected statements from interviews of suspects, witnesses and complainants.
- Marked off crime scenes and controlled access to protect evidence from tampering or loss.
- Collected crime scene evidence, examined bodies and investigated secondary locations to build detailed cases based on sound evidence handling practices.
- Obtained admissions of crimes using forensic interviewing techniques.
- Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
- Prepared detailed case reports from allegations, transcripts of interviews and physical evidence.
- Delivered calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines and offer law enforcement expertise.
- Conducted Background Investigations for New York State Government and Trooper Candidates.
- Crisis Negotiator - Defused crisis situations, suicidal/barricaded subjects, with non-violent resolutions.
- Conducted interviews with non-English speaking victims and suspects.
School Recourse Officer/State Trooper
New York State Police
09.2005 - 03.2008
- Conducted regular campus security patrols and handled incidents promptly to maintain overall safety for staff, students and visitors.
- Conducted school security inspections.
- Performed conflict resolution between student body, parents, teachers and administration.
- Assisted with fire, hazardous material and active-shooter on-campus drills.
- Collaborated with administration and teachers to develop crisis plans.
- Investigated criminal matters occurring within school and on school property, compiling findings into detailed activity reports.
State Trooper
New York State Police
10.2000 - 09.2005
Corrections Officer
New York State Department Of Corrections
06.1998 - 09.2000
- Monitored prison population and security of facility.
Direct Care Worker
Youth Advocate Program
05.1995 - 06.1998
- YAP Counselor, supervised and mentored at-risk youth.
Direct Care Worker
Anderson School
08.1996 - 10.1997
- Monitored and provided supervision to special needs residents.
- Worked to increase student independence in daily living, communication, recreation, and social domains.
Security Guard Supervisor
APS Security, Orange County Community College
06.1995 - 08.1996
- Monitored safety and security of student population and school facility.
- Supervised security team and ensured that posts were properly filled and monitored.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
SUNY New Paltz
New Paltz, NY 01.1996 - 12.1998
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Mohawk Community College
Utica, NY 09.1993 - 05.1995
Skills
Leadership & Communications
Crisis Negotiations & Intervention
Public Service & Community Relations
Criminal & Background Investigations
Site Security
Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Driver Executive Services
Background Checks
Sergeant
Certification
Armed Security Guard, First Responder CPR, Undercover Operations, School Safety, Crisis Negotiations, Protective Services, Interview and Interrogations, Criminal Investigations, Sergeant
Timeline
Armed Security Officer
AFIMAC Security
12.2022 - Current
Investigator, Executive Security Detail
New York State Police
05.2018 - 12.2022
Criminal Investigator
New York State Police
03.2008 - 05.2018
School Recourse Officer/State Trooper
New York State Police
09.2005 - 03.2008
State Trooper
New York State Police
10.2000 - 09.2005
Corrections Officer
New York State Department Of Corrections
06.1998 - 09.2000
Direct Care Worker
Anderson School
08.1996 - 10.1997
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
SUNY New Paltz
01.1996 - 12.1998
Security Guard Supervisor
APS Security, Orange County Community College
06.1995 - 08.1996
Direct Care Worker
Youth Advocate Program
05.1995 - 06.1998
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Mohawk Community College
09.1993 - 05.1995