Ernie Williams
Douglasville,USA
Summary
Results-oriented Senior Security Consultant with 20+ years of progressive experience providing support and leadership while managing the interrelationship between various departments within highly complex organizational structures. Superior record of optimizing small to large scale, mission critical projects on time while exceeding quality assurance expectations. Recognized as a trusted, logistical, resource with a history of making key decisions regarding projects, teams, and security functions. Experienced in the strategic detail planning, execution, and leadership of (sometimes) top secret initiatives, which support business goals and deliver continuous improvement. Dynamic Director oversees every facet of production with strong project management and decision-making skills. Brings comprehensive knowledge of Security & Intelligence production writing, planning and technical operations. Skilled at coordinating production plans and personnel resources to complete work under tight deadlines.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Command Center Director
United States Tennis Association (USTA) - US Open
06.2023 - Current
- Ensures effective leadership and management of staff working inside of the USTA Command Center with direction of Director of Security goals, regarding safety, on time performance and customer service
- Ensures coordination and cooperation between USTA Special Operations Manager and other departments/divisions to support effective customer service and success of the 2023 United States Tennis Association / US Open - Billie Jean King National Tennis Center
- Incident Commander for all Emergency and Crisis Response during the US Open / Maintain/Managed Key & Radio Logs for US Open 2023
- Coordinate with Information Technology, Event Management System (EMS) Support staff to ensure the preparation and accuracy of the following: 24 Hour Recap Report for Incident Reporting (General; Fire & Life Safety; and Medical-Spectator & Staff)
- Responsible for providing oversight and maintenance of programs for USTA technical systems including bus dispatch, player escort, CCTV, radio systems, and telephone systems
- Develops and implements strategies to maximize effectiveness of such systems
- Daily Executive Management Summary Report.
- Increased company revenue by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
Senior Security Consultant
US Government: Classified - Special Government Programs - SW Asia, Africa, and Middle East
01.2015 - Current
- Serve as a global planner / developer focused in the areas of Military (Joint-SOF), Intelligence, law enforcement, risk analysis, threat assessment, security, contingency, and crisis operations
- Provide high threat protection in support of United States Embassies and Foreign Diplomatic Missions throughout the Middle East
- Utilize various equipment and technology-based methods to conduct vehicle and personnel searches
- Collaborate with US and local government, congressmen / women, and high-level management to ensure the successful execution of requirements and accomplishment of contract objectives
- Oversee special security projects, including VIP government protection, physical security assessments, loss prevention, education, counterintelligence, and awareness training.
- Enhanced security measures by conducting comprehensive risk assessments and recommending appropriate mitigation strategies.
- Developed tailored security solutions for clients, resulting in improved protection and reduced vulnerabilities.
Sergeant First Class Senior Enlisted
United States Army
02.2000 - 07.2023
- Served as team leader for the All Source - Weapons Intelligence (WIT) Team #2 in support of Task Force Troy Irregular Warfare and Counter (IED) Program
- Successfully managed and oversaw 105 Combat WIT Missions abroad.
- Assigned to Navy Special Warfare EOD in support to US (SOF) when conducting HVT's raids / Post Blast Analysis
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Conducted intelligence gathering, high value target capture / questioning, counterintelligence subject processing, target terror networks, (IED/VBIED), and Sensitive Site Exploitation
- Successfully wrote / submitted reports of key information and findings to DOMEX, CEXCE, J2 / S2, and Task Force Troy commanders
- Conducted All Source Intelligence and supported US Military Combatant Commands.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
- Improved case resolution rates by conducting thorough investigations and utilizing effective interviewing techniques.
- Assisted in the development of investigative strategies, resulting in more efficient case resolutions.
- Enhanced employee performance by designing and implementing comprehensive training programs.
- Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Reduced turnaround time for project completion through effective resource allocation and team management.
Mobile Security Officer
U.S. Department of State Contractor U.S. Embassy Kabul / Consulate: Iraq & Afghanistan
11.2010 - 01.2015
- Charged with providing low / high-profile protection to US government personnel and designees at designated location overseas in hostile threat environments
- Supplied surveillance detection, route surveillance, and mission planning for all protective operation missions
- Delivered strategic and tactical guidance and services while routinely conducting high-risk protective operations
- Provided protection to US government personnel in stationary facilities and during periods of vehicular or air travel
- Managed the operation, qualification, and maintenance of a variety of special weapons systems while deployed.
Education
Master of Arts - Military Studies, Joint Warfare
American Military University
Bachelor of Arts - Intelligence, Counter Terrorism
American Military University
Post Graduate Executive Leadership Certificate Program -
University of Miami
Skills
- Cross-Functional Communication
- Relationship Building
- Team & Project Leadership
- Security Management
- Relationship Building Threat Protection
- Regulatory Adherence
- Project Management
- Risk Management / Contingency Plans
- Strategic Guidance Conflict Resolution
- Risk Management
- Dignitary Protection
- Surveillance / Counter
- Force Protection Planning
- Customer Relations
- Operations Management
- Intelligence / Counter Terrorism
- Hostage / Crises Negotiations
- Counter IED / Analysis
- Strategic Planning Analysis
- Basic, Advance Investigations / Airport/Field Security
- Special Government Programs: Tactical Operator & Heavy Weapons (HWT) Courses Graduate of Florida
- Department of Law Enforcement: Police and Corrections Academy (FDLE) Florida Department of Law Enforcement: General, and Firearms Instructor
- State of Florida SWAT and Special Operations and Tactical Problems Certification
- The Range Complex (TRC) Tiger Swan Tactical Pistol/Carbine Course
- High Risk Terrorist / Defensive Drivers Course, Department of State Emergency Response Team - Training Course - Dept of State
- Staff Management
- Staff Development
- Contract Negotiation
- Crisis Management
Intelligence Background
Platoon Sergeant, United States Army Active Duty - Military Intelligence 203rd BN, Kuwait, Iraq, 2009, 2010, Served as team leader for the All Source - Weapons Intelligence (WIT) Team #2 in support of Task Force Troy Irregular Warfare and Counter (IED) Program., Successfully managed and oversaw 105 Combat WIT Missions in Mosul and Bayji Iraq., Assigned to Navy Special Warfare EOD in support to US (SOF) when conducting HVT's raids / Post Blast Analysis in FOB Summerall Iraq., Conducted intelligence gathering, high value target capture / questioning, counterintelligence subject processing, target terror networks, (IED/VBIED), and Sensitive Site Exploitation., Successfully wrote / submitted reports of key information and findings to DOMEX, CEXCE, J2 / S2, and Task Force Troy commanders., Conducted All Source Intelligence and supported US Military Combatant Commands.
Awards Decorations
- Army Commendation Medals
- Army Achievement Medals
- Certificates of Achievement
- Iraqi Campaign Medals
- Drill Sergeant Badge
- Combat Patch and Units - 82nd, 3rd ID, US Army SOF, 25thID, 216th Big Red One Infantry Division
- Navy EOD Special Warfare
- Air Force Intelligence
Clearances
- Active - Secret SCI, DOD & DOS
- Passport: Yes
- HOR Airports: MIA/FLL - Miami/Fort Lauderdale- ATL
Memberships Conferences
- Active Member of Cross Lead / The McChrystal Group Forums
- ERT Field Force Support Miami, Florida Security Detail at FTAA World Trade Conference
Last4 Digits Ssn
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Personal Information
Date of Birth: 06/27/80
References
- Joe Barrios, 608.574.7836
- Pascal Phrophet, 954.562.8507
- Andre Senior, 954.562.8507
- Cornelius, Craig, 718.760.6245
- Barkley, Howard, 404.426.0545
- Richard Horne, 786.247.5829
- Prado, Christian, 956.435.6363
Timeline
Command Center Director
United States Tennis Association (USTA) - US Open
06.2023 - Current
Senior Security Consultant
US Government: Classified - Special Government Programs - SW Asia, Africa, and Middle East
01.2015 - Current
Mobile Security Officer
U.S. Department of State Contractor U.S. Embassy Kabul / Consulate: Iraq & Afghanistan
11.2010 - 01.2015
Sergeant First Class Senior Enlisted
United States Army
02.2000 - 07.2023
Master of Arts - Military Studies, Joint Warfare
American Military University
Bachelor of Arts - Intelligence, Counter Terrorism
American Military University
Post Graduate Executive Leadership Certificate Program -
University of Miami
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