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Gavin Kilgore

Waldorf,MD

Summary

A highly skilled, versatile and dedicated aerospace-security professional with extensive leadership, management, instruction and operational experience. Awarded the prestigious Air and Space Achievement Medal for exceptional contributions to high-stakes missions and exemplary dedication. Expertise in managing and leading personnel across multiple security operations, including force protection, remote target engagement, surveillance systems, and critical flight line security. Proven ability to oversee complex mission-critical tasks, maintain security for resources, and implement new training and operational strategies. Improving efficiency and cost-effectiveness. A seasoned leader, recognized for tactical and strategic expertise, with a track record of excellence in high-pressure environments and safeguarding national security assets.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Security Forces Training Instructor

United States Air Force, USAF
01.2024 - Current

- Evaluated training needs and developed appropriate training environments.

- Maintained compliance with AF standards, regulatory requirements, and quality goals.

- Trained and mentored 162 new Response Force Members to fulfill various roles.

- Enhanced training for 180 inbound Airman and increased individual retention and productivity rates 100%.

- Assessed skill gaps for Airman and developed training courses to meet identified needs.

- Integrated technology and hands-on resources to maximize training success.

Central Security Controller

United States Air Force, USAF
01.2022 - 01.2024

- Oversaw strategic projects equal to $5.8B in National Security Assets

- Directly managed, dispatched and directed 45 armed patrols, upwards of 200 personnel

- Resource manager of $250M in assets, systems and equipment

- Coordinated with 50 agencies simultaneously

- Safeguarded and maintained security of Secret Documents and Materials

- Established proper security measures and areas for outside Agencies

- Created and uploaded documentation into global AF blotter system

- Precise time management and high-stress environment

Alarm Monitor

United States Air Force, USAF
12.2021 - 01.2024

- Monitored and acknowledged 52k active alarms with CCTV and infrared surveillance system

- Dispatched patrols in accordance with alarm specific procedures, precise time and stress management

- Directly managed 30 armed personnel

- Ensured safeguarding of $1.3B in National Security Assets and Materials

- Oversaw operational systems and equipment equal to $130M

Response Force Leader

United States Air Force, USAF
11.2019 - 01.2024

- Team Leader of 15 personnel of 30 total

- Protected $1.3B in National Security Assets and 20k personnel

- Designed project plans

- Implemented training of weapons, vehicles and equipment employment

- Responded to time critical alarm points and emergency situations

- Apprehended suspects and individuals

- Lone posts of 16+ hours

Closed In - Closed Bound Sentry

United States Air Force, USAF
11.2019 - 01.2024

- Coordinated and established upgraded security

- Directly managed and secured areas

- Verified credentials, validated forms

- Conducted personnel, equipment and vehicle searches

- Team member of 150 personnel

- Standing, lone patrol for 16+ hours

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice

Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL
01-2023

Criminal Justice

American Military University
Charles Town, WV
01-2025

Presentation & Communications, PowerPoint Creation

Principles of Instruction
Minot Air Force Base, ND
08-2023

Leadership, Supervisory, Communication

Airman Leadership School
Minot Air Force Base, ND
03-2023

Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Security

Security Forces Academy
Lackland Air Force Base, Texas
11-2019

General Studies

Richard Bland Community College
Prince George, VA
01-2019

High School Diploma -

Dinwiddie High School
Dinwiddie, VA
06-2018

Skills

- Adobe, Excel, PowerPoint, Word

- Project Plan Creation

- Teaching and Instruction

- Program management

- VIP Escorting / Transportation Training

- Transportation of Secret Documents / Materials

- Convoy Training

- Recovery of Individuals / Injured

- Apprehension

- First AID

Accomplishments

Air and Space Achievement Medal for Meritorious Service Award
Senior Airman, 5th Security Forces Squadron, 5th Mission Support Group, 5th Bomb Wing, Minot AFB, ND

  • Directed 90 Response Force members in monitoring 122 alarm activations and safeguarding $3.9 billion in Protection Level-1 resources critical to national security.
  • Conducted visual assessments of 34 sectors, ensuring the security of 36 aircraft, 11 convoy movements, and the delivery of 288 nuclear assets valued at $2.1B.
  • Coordinated with the Consolidated Analysis Center and the Inspector General on a $14M Weapons Storage Area refresh project, improving security and reducing manpower needs by 20%.
  • Directly contributed to the squadron's selection for the AFGSC Outstanding Large Unit Awards for 2021 and 2022.

Certification

- Top Secret Security Clearance
- Combat Ready Defender Course
- Combatives Instructor
- Medusa Counter SUAs Instructor
- Wide Image Surveillance Processing Instructor
- Range Safety Officer

- Supervisor Safety
- CCTV Operator
- Diverse Weapons and Equipment Qualifications

- CPR Certified

- Tactical Combat Casualty Care

Timeline

Security Forces Training Instructor

United States Air Force, USAF
01.2024 - Current

Central Security Controller

United States Air Force, USAF
01.2022 - 01.2024

Alarm Monitor

United States Air Force, USAF
12.2021 - 01.2024

Response Force Leader

United States Air Force, USAF
11.2019 - 01.2024

Closed In - Closed Bound Sentry

United States Air Force, USAF
11.2019 - 01.2024

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice

Community College of The Air Force

Criminal Justice

American Military University

Presentation & Communications, PowerPoint Creation

Principles of Instruction

Leadership, Supervisory, Communication

Airman Leadership School

Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Security

Security Forces Academy

General Studies

Richard Bland Community College

High School Diploma -

Dinwiddie High School
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