James Barnes
Crest Hill,IL
Summary
Performance-driven security and management professional, equipped with more than five years of military experience in the United States Marine Corps, complemented by a strong educational and training foundation. Possess progressive experience in military and Department of State policies and culture. An individual that show productivity, motivation, dedication and self-reliance. Proven success maintaining site security procedures in compliance with all security-related rules and regulations. With experience overseeing aspects of security activities to eliminate potential threats. Excel at ensuring security in line with personnel requirements and requisite reporting offered to facility security officer and site security manager. Able to collaborate with various stakeholders to inform and guide all concerned parties about security activities. Capable of coordinating with safety manager for developing and training staff on occupant emergency plans and incident response protocols. Active Top Secret Security Clearance.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cleared American Guard
IDS International
05.2022 - Current
- Maintained day-to-day log records of related activity and events. Provided all security status updates regarding incident report format and counterintelligence nature directly to SSM, SSC and TL. Ensured construction site material's by checking all persons, including packages, bags, boxes, crates, tools, and vehicles.
- Maintaining security in SSA and material contained within while monitoring all tools on construction site.
- Ensuring that all regulations from OBO Security Classification Guide are followed.
Cleared American Guard
NVE, Inc.
06.2019 - 05.2022
- Aligned with safety regulations by overseeing and tracking the accessibility of concerned officials to multiple construction sites, including new multi-million-dollar Embassy and other construction sites.
- Cohered with Site Access List while examining and escorting personnel within construction site.
- Adopted best security control skills for denying introduction of prohibited materials, including explosives, weapons, electronic devices, and other items identified by accrediting officials.
- Monitored and analyzed multiple construction workers' performance for completing all construction tasks on time.
- Guaranteed X-raying and end-to-end inspection of all equipment, material, and furnishings for usage in specific areas.
- Allocated material for construction and installation to control areas by facilitating Site Security Manager (SSM) with random selection and random procurement of materials.
Cleared American Guard
DECO, Inc
06.2017 - 11.2017
- - Adopted best security control skills for denying introduction of prohibited materials, including explosives, weapons, electronic devices, and other items identified by accrediting officials.
- - Monitored and analyzed multiple construction workers' performance for completing all construction tasks on time.
Cleared American Guard
Coastal International Security, Inc.
03.2016 - 12.2016
- Allocated material for construction and installation to control areas by facilitating Site Security Manager (SSM) with random selection and random procurement of materials.
Enlisted
United States Marine Corps
07.2010 - 01.2016
- Executed transportation services by operating seven tons High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle Services (HMMWVS) and trailers to ensure smooth flow of transportation for unit. Obligated all laws, policies, and guidelines to assure safety and security of passengers and cargo.
- Developed detailed reports/documents and repaired vehicles according to company rules and regulations.
- As a Marine Security Guard I Streamlined security operations by utilizing emergency equipment and vehicles equipped with radios.
- Recognized for progressing operational readiness of detachment in preparation for various contingencies by contributing to 108 response drills.
- Functioned security on two protective details for Secretary John Kerry while providing training for weapons, unarmed combat, first aid, and physical experience to remove intruders.
- Advanced embassy security by creating 20 incident reports while inspecting, formulating, and approving 23-117 security violation reports, including improper storage of classified material exposed.
- Offered 8K hours of armed internal security to American Embassies across various countries, such as Geneva, Switzerland, Adana, Turkey, Yerevan, and Armenia by monitoring cameras and issuing badges/keys.
- Inspected various areas by patrolling installation of perimeters to identify faulty fences, border areas, trespass violations, and attempted thefts of federal property through vehicle and foot.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - BA - Project Management
University of Arizona
Aricona09-2023
Skills
- Communication
- Project Management
- Project Planning
- DOD Regulations & Policy
- DOS Regulations & Policy
- Problem Resolution
- Reports & Document Maintenance
- Organizational Development
- Team Leadership
- Surveillance
Certification
SHRM - Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) University of Arizona March 2023
Associate Professional in Talent Development University of Arizona March 2023
Timeline
Cleared American Guard
IDS International
05.2022 - Current
Cleared American Guard
NVE, Inc.
06.2019 - 05.2022
Cleared American Guard
DECO, Inc
06.2017 - 11.2017
Cleared American Guard
Coastal International Security, Inc.
03.2016 - 12.2016
Enlisted
United States Marine Corps
07.2010 - 01.2016
SHRM - Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) University of Arizona March 2023
Associate Professional in Talent Development University of Arizona March 2023
Bachelor of Arts - BA - Project Management
University of Arizona
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