James Tigs Jr
Correctional Officer And Cyber Security
Summary
Experienced as Correctional Officer for 20 years and Air National Guard member for 6 years. Acquisition of skills and training including but not limited to:
De-Escalation tactics, Emergency Response, Extensive Use of Force knowledge, Entrance and Exit security protocols, Highly Attuned situational awareness, Weapons and Combat training, and Conflict Resolution
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
MA Dept Of Corrections
09.2006 - Current
- Conducted regular security rounds and equipment checks to maintain safety and order while reducing incidents within the correctional environment.
- Applied crisis intervention techniques to de-escalate conflicts among inmates effectively.
- Collaborated with mental health professionals to address inmate welfare and rehabilitation needs.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained situational awareness throughout various movement periods during the daily running of the institution
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, visits, hospitals, and medical and mental health appointments.
MA Air National Guard
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
06.2018 - 06.2024
- Monitored network system access, rights, privileges and enforced security protocols to ensure cyber safety compliance.
- Adhered to a strict professional appearance and calm demeanor.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless coordination.
- Restricted access to sensitive areas using key cards and security codes. and password logins
Education
High School Diploma -
Leominster High School
Leominster, MASkills
- Active LTC in MA
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution strategy and tactics
- Restraint application techniques
- Self-defense tactics
- Use of force expertise
- First aid certification
- Stress tolerance and management
- Mental health awareness
Timeline
MA Air National Guard
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
06.2018 - 06.2024
Correctional Officer
MA Dept Of Corrections
09.2006 - Current
High School Diploma -
Leominster High School