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Elizabeth Barnes

Security Specialist
Slidell,LA

Summary

Skilled Sharp-eyed Armed Security Guard and application specialist, offering over 10 years of experience in security. Highly experienced in de-escalating conflicts and controlling behaviors. Background includes monitoring entrances, facility grounds and closed circuit feeds. I am an honest and dedicated individual trained in use of lethal and non-lethal defensive techniques. Offering strong attention to detail, diligent follow-through and a positive people person who has worked with diverse groups of people throughout the years.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Application Specialist/Supervisor

Major Services INC
New Orleans, LA
01.2016 - Current
  • Devised technical strategies, created system designs and developed presentation materials for applications.
  • Created manuals and published guidelines for proper use of systems.
  • Managed effort of software and hardware upgrades and deployment of new services and products.
  • Performed on-site and in-house bench-scale testing, data analysis and reports.
  • Collaborated with business owners, vendors and other team members to evaluate and recommend solutions to complex problems and requests.
  • Supported daily operations and system maintenance procedures.
  • Performed troubleshooting, maintenance and optimization of applications.
  • Assisted in identifying gaps between business requirements and application capabilities and recommend action steps.
  • Troubleshot incidents reported by end-users to schedule system changes and identify permanent solutions.
  • Analyzed existing systems and databases and recommended enhancements to solve business needs
  • Collaborated closely with upper management to drive strategy through development and implementation of new processes.
  • Developed flowcharts and diagrams to describe and lay out logical operational steps.

Armed Security Guard/Supervisor

L N R Security Services
New Orleans, LA
01.2009 - 01.2016
  • Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
  • Completed full building and grounds patrols every 2 hours to spot and investigate concerns.
  • Watched different facility areas from central location via different CCTV feeds, obtaining maximum coverage of important areas.
  • Checked personnel ID badges and issued temporary credentials to visitors.
  • Reduced vandalism and criminal activity by keeping close eye on premises through personal checks and CCTV monitoring.
  • Wrote reports detailing visitor incident reports and resolutions.
  • Supported criminal investigations by collaborating fully with local law enforcement representatives.
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
  • Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
  • Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
  • Gathered information, identified and implemented resolution, planned follow-up and logged and filed incident report to successfully manage complaints.
  • I was the shift supervisor and oversaw 20 employees. Made sure that all staff were in there perspective places at the start of the shift. I was responsible for making sure their training stayed up to date and they were in compliance with company policies.

Armed Security Officer/LT

Knight Protective Services INC
New Orleans, LA
09.2005 - 01.2009
  • LT at the Fema trailer parks that were located in New Orleans East during the aftermath of hurricane Katrina.
  • Checked personnel ID badges and issued temporary credentials to visitors.
  • Completed full building and grounds patrols every hour to spot and investigate concerns.
  • Reduced vandalism and criminal activity by keeping close eye on premises through personal checks
  • Maintained proficiency in use of assigned protective equipment, weapons and restraint devices through yearly training which included shooting at the gun range.
  • Circulated among visitors, patrons and employees to preserve order and protect property.
  • Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of visitors and employees to guard against theft and maintain security of premises.
  • Logged vehicles entering and leaving premises.
  • Over saw 30 employees and ensured that all sites were fully staffed, that all staff was properly trained and knew full scope of their duties.

Security Officer

Orleans Parish Criminal Sheriffs Office
New Orleans, LA
02.2000 - 07.2005
  • Enforced rules and keep order within the jail.
  • Inspected the facility to ensure that they meet security and safety standards.
  • Escorted and transported inmates.
  • Supervised activities of inmates.

Education

High School Diploma -

West Jefferson High School
Harvey, LA
05.1998

Skills

  • Attentive and Observant
  • Critical Thinking
  • Detailed Activity Logs
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Federal and State Regulation Compliance
  • Time Management
  • Recordkeeping Requirements
  • Safety and Security
  • Personnel Management

Timeline

Application Specialist/Supervisor

Major Services INC
01.2016 - Current

Armed Security Guard/Supervisor

L N R Security Services
01.2009 - 01.2016

Armed Security Officer/LT

Knight Protective Services INC
09.2005 - 01.2009

Security Officer

Orleans Parish Criminal Sheriffs Office
02.2000 - 07.2005

High School Diploma -

West Jefferson High School

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