Edward Sims
Newark
Summary
Security professional with thorough understanding of implementing and maintaining security protocols. Known for reliability, flexibility in adapting to dynamic environments, and strong focus on collaborative efforts to achieve results. Adept in surveillance, incident response, and conflict resolution, bringing balanced approach to team alignment and operational efficiency.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Officer
Children's Specialized Hospital
11.2022 - Current
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
- Improved overall security by conducting regular patrols and monitoring surveillance systems.
- Conducted thorough investigations into security incidents, documenting findings, and recommending appropriate actions.
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security
01.2001 - 08.2022
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Trained new Security Officers in company policies, ensuring consistent knowledge across the team and adherence to established procedures.
- Answered alarms, investigated disturbances, and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Ministry
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA09-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Public Policy
Saint Peter's University
Jersey City, NJ09-2008
Skills
- Military experience
- Active shooter training
- Workplace violence prevention
- Defensive tactics training
- First aid and CPR certified
- Shift work experience
- Reliability
- Security camera monitoring
- Reporting skills
- Interior and exterior patrol
- Verbal and written communication
- Punctuality
Affiliations
- Ezekiel Grand Lodge A.F. & A.M.
Timeline
Security Officer
Children's Specialized Hospital
11.2022 - Current
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security
01.2001 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Ministry
Regent University
Associate of Applied Science - Public Policy
Saint Peter's University
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