Jack Benson
Santa Monica
Summary
Construction Surveillance professional with over 10 years of experience ensuring security for U.S. government and DoS projects in high-threat environments. Expertise in site monitoring, material inspections, and access control aligned with OBO, DoS, and DoD directives. Proven support for SCIF and secured facility construction through meticulous observation and documentation. Active Secret Clearance/TS Interim; fluent in English, Spanish, and Italian.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Observer
Amentum
Omaha
07.2025 - Current
- Ensure observation and physical control of construction workers at new site project at Offutt AFB to maintain safety and compliance.
- Enforce perimeter and internal access control for construction zones; monitor authorized entry via badge checks and personnel logs.
- Enforce OPSEC compliance based on DOD directive 5205.2 and NSDD 298; report all authorized access attempts.
- Maintain professional and effective interactions with general public and on-site personnel to foster positive relationships and ensure smooth operations.
- Demonstrate composure and sound judgment in high-pressure situations, contributing to effective crisis management.
Site Secured Area Manager
Caddell Construction Co.
Mexico City
10.2020 - 11.2024
- Supported the construction of the new US Embassy project in Mexico City by ensuring all secured material is properly distributed to its assigned trade.
- Oversaw daily operations while controlling and managing inventory and logistics.
- Developed systems for warehouse operations by assessing material handling, storage needs, and equipment use to optimize logistics.
- Coordinated crane movements for effective distribution of materials to secure areas, enhancing operational flow.
- Assisted CST personnel in conducting inspection of material from non-secured to secured status per OBO regulations.
- Conducted daily upkeep and maintenance of the SSA warehouse following Overseas Building Operations (OBO) standards.
- Led team of nine US and local national workers, delegating tasks aligned with daily missions to ensure project efficiency.
- Facilitated accurate project execution by interpreting technical drawings and construction schematics.
Armed Guard Specialist
Torres Advance Enterprise Solutions
Camp Bondsteel
10.2015 - 02.2020
- Secured Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo, by providing static security and operating the SOF Biometrics system to support Department of Defense and NATO operations.
- Conducted security operations for a US/ NATO military base in accordance to Multi-National Brigade Group East (MNBGE) procedures.
- Collaborated with US military officials to develop and implement security measures that prevented tampering and mitigated potential threats.
- Achieved certification in antiterrorism awareness to enhance security knowledge.
- Earned certification in PPCT defensive tactics training.
- Completed First Aid, CPR, and CLS training to provide emergency medical assistance.
Force Protection Specialist
ITT Exelis
Camp Bondsteel
11.2010 - 11.2011
- Managed physical security measures, anti-terrorism procedures, and access control points to safeguard personnel and assets on a US military installation.
- Successfully identified and thwarted individuals attempting to breach the perimeter fence by dispatching roving patrols and coordinating with military police.
- Conducted armed patrols and roaming guard duties to prevent tampering, unauthorized entry, and destruction of government property.
- Operated surveillance cameras and radio communications to enhance situational awareness during force protection operations.
- Verified credentials of all individuals and vehicles entering the secured installation during sentry duty.
- Trained in the operation of Rapid-Scan X-ray machines, walk-through metal detectors, and Itemizer explosives detection equipment.
- Facilitated military police efforts by providing essential support in security tasks.
Specialist
United States Army
Vilseck
07.2001 - 09.2006
- FOB Warhorse: Baqubah, Iraq, 2004- Provided security at the detention facility monitoring prisoners of war.
- FOB Scunnion: Baqubah, Iraq, February 2004-March 2005- Conducted force protection operations as well as tower guard security as part of Quick Reaction Force (QRF).
- Conducted and evaluated field exercises across various locations in Germany and Czech Republic, providing tactical training and assessments to the Spanish and Polish armies in preparation for their upcoming deployment.
- Deployed to Camp Magrath in Kosovo with 1st Infantry Division/ 2-63rd Armored Battalion, as part of KFOR Peace-Keeping mission with NATO countries: November 2002- June 2003.
Education
American Red Cross Training Certificate -
American Red Cross
Bellevue, NE12-2025
Certificate of training - Biometrics Specialist Course/ BOSC
BOSC Course
Camp Bonsdteel, Kosovo12-2019
Certificate - Combat Life Saver, First Aid and CPR
Camp Bondsteel
Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo01.2019
Associates degree - communications
Santa Monica College
Santa Monica, CA01.2012
Skills
- Surveillance techniques
- Threat assessment
- Access control
- Operational security
- Security operations
- Inventory management
- Material handling
Awards
- Certificate of Appreciation
- Good Conduct Medal
- Army Service Ribbon
- Army Achievement Medal
- Overseas Ribbon
- NATO Medal
- Kosovo Campaign Medal
- Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM)
- Iraqi Civil Defense Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Medal
Volunteer Experience
Squadbay, Guatemala City, Guatemala, Latin American Cultural Affairs Director, 07/01/14. Deployed with humanitarian organization, Squadbay, to Guatemala City and various parts of the country with a group of four military veterans. Assisted local civilians with first aid and humanitarian work in response to the national earthquake. Assembled with other non-government organization groups and planned out strategies to help those affected by the earthquake, poverty, and violence in their home country. Served as Latin American Cultural Affairs Director by assisting with translation and negotiation with locals to move in country more efficiently.
Security Clearance
Secret/ TS Interim
Language Skills
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Italian
Professional
Timeline
Observer
Amentum
07.2025 - Current
Site Secured Area Manager
Caddell Construction Co.
10.2020 - 11.2024
Armed Guard Specialist
Torres Advance Enterprise Solutions
10.2015 - 02.2020
Force Protection Specialist
ITT Exelis
11.2010 - 11.2011
Specialist
United States Army
07.2001 - 09.2006
American Red Cross Training Certificate -
American Red Cross
Certificate of training - Biometrics Specialist Course/ BOSC
BOSC Course
Certificate - Combat Life Saver, First Aid and CPR
Camp Bondsteel
Associates degree - communications
Santa Monica College