James Cleveland
New York,NY
Summary
Seasoned security team member with advanced understanding of facility, grounds, personnel and asset security practices. Highly observant and diligent with high integrity, strong attention to detail and excellent problem-solving abilities. Trained in access control techniques, effective communications and conflict de-escalation techniques.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fixed Building Security Officer
Madison Square Garden, MSG
New York, NY
08.2022 - Current
- Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
- Checked and secured building areas during off-hours to prevent entry by unauthorized individuals.
- Maintained records and logs of all security related incidents and activity.
- Inspected security systems to maintain consistent operational availability and to detect evidence of tampering.
- Deterred criminal activity, vandalism, and general misconduct by providing expert and highly visible security presence at facilities.
- Monitored CCTV systems to ensure safety and security of premises.
- Operated x-ray and body scanning equipment to prevent prohibited items from being carried onto premises.
- Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.
Campus Patroller
Fordham University
Manhattan, NY
12.2018 - Current
- Provided incident and accident reports while enforcing rules and regulations of the campus.
- Worked efficiently in busy, high-risk settings while maintaining best-in-class standards of excellence for security initiatives.
- Performed periodic testing of fire alarm systems throughout the facility ensuring functionality at all times.
- Performed regular risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and recommend improvements.
- Reviewed security practices prior to events and identified potential weaknesses.
- Conducted regular security patrols to identify and mitigate potential threats.
Security Supervisor
Summit Security
New York, NY
02.2013 - 12.2018
- Reviewed security practices prior to events and identified potential weaknesses.
- Reviewed incident reports submitted by subordinates for accuracy and completeness.
- Directed team operations to maintain a secure environment.
- Coached and mentored security team to enhance performance and ensure adherence to protocols.
- Guided security staff in best practices and operational procedures to ensure a secure environment.
Security Guard
Cambridge Security
New York, NY
01.2011 - 02.2013
- Monitored CCTV systems to ensure safety and security of premises.
- Reviewed guest identification and employee credentials to authorize entry onto premises.
- Operated x-ray and body scanning equipment to prevent prohibited items from being carried onto premises.
- Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies, and regulations.
- Checked and secured building areas during off-hours to prevent entry by unauthorized individuals.
- Adhered to daily patrol schedules to support consistent security presence throughout property.
- Surveyed multiple CCTV feeds to closely monitor important areas on grounds.
Education
High School -
The High School of Fashion Industries
Skills
- Perimeter security
- Incident reporting
- CCTV operation
- Patrol operations
- Access control
- Key control procedures
- Event security coordination
- Effective communications
Certification
- NYSSG License (Active)
Timeline
Fixed Building Security Officer
Madison Square Garden, MSG
08.2022 - Current
Campus Patroller
Fordham University
12.2018 - Current
Security Supervisor
Summit Security
02.2013 - 12.2018
Security Guard
Cambridge Security
01.2011 - 02.2013
High School -
The High School of Fashion Industries
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