Javier Castillo
El Paso,TX
Summary
Investigator and Security Professional with a strong background in program development, policy creation, and cross functional training. Proven success in conducting high impact investigations across financial crimes, theft, and organized crime, while leading initiatives that strengthened organizational security and operational efficiency. Skilled in integrating technology-driven solutions, developing onboarding and training programs, and managing teams to achieve mission-critical objectives. Currently applying these capabilities in aerospace security operations, with working knowledge of ITAR and DoD standards. Fluent in Spanish, with expertise in crisis response and risk mitigation.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Specialist
Blue Origin
06.2025 - Current
- Perform executive protection for astronauts and their families, including airport tarmac operations, secure convoy movements, and off-site excursions; oversaw protection for approximately 30 astronauts and their families across 5 launch events.
- Provide physical security coverage and emergency response support across a 165,000-acre launch facility, with over 25 buildings ensuring protection of critical infrastructure and personnel.
- Help oversee traffic and speed enforcement on-site, integrating ALPR and radar technology to mitigate risk.
- Perform audits of over 60 company vehicle speeds to ensure compliance with safety policies, identify risks, and promote a culture of accountability.
- Provided operational security support for 5 launches, assisting with access control, perimeter security, and response readiness to ensure safe and secure operations.
- Ensure employee compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) requirements, and other regulatory standards governing launch site security and operations.
Investigator | Reserve Deputy
Grimes County Sheriffs Office
02.2024 - Current
- Conducted 200+ interviews and investigations encompassing financial crimes, theft, violent crime, organized crime, and more.
- Managed three direct reports and two contractors individually during tenure while responsible for all aspects of performance management.
- Revamped an employee onboarding and training manual to reflect 120+ scenarios and corresponding responses, ensuring quicker understanding and saving approximately 3600 hours annually.
- Delivered a state-mandated training curriculum and trained 20+ personnel on-site.
- Spearheaded the creation of a FAA-approved Part 107 drone program and assisted in overseeing a $36K request-for-proposal (RFP) to purchase three drones. Created the operational SOP and selected three operators for the team.
- Designed and developed a regional program focused on deploying automated license plate readers (ALPR) through Motorola. Outfitted 10+ vehicles and facilitated the purchase of a stationary speed unit, totaling $50K in spend.
- Evaluated on 10 key performance indicators (KPIs) and consistently recognized as the top performer across 30+ personnel.
- Identified an organized crime group burglarizing multiple ‘Dollar General’ stores across a four-county area. Collaborated with Dollar General and law enforcement, saving approximately 5 minutes per burglary alarm. Arrested the crew of two individuals during the next incident due to the quick response time, closing approximately seven open criminal cases.
Physical Security Specialist
Specs Wines, Spirits and Finer Foods
03.2024 - 05.2025
- Provide on-site physical security for three locations.
- Conducted fire threat and vulnerability assessments for high-profile celebrity bottle signings and provided close protection.
- Part-time
Investigator
College Station Police Department
08.2019 - 05.2023
- Conducted 500+ interviews and interrogations focused on fraud, auto theft, violent crime, and more.
- Managed 12 direct reports and six contractors individually during tenure while responsible for all aspects of performance management.
- Specialized in auto theft investigations and recovered 50+ stolen vehicles with VIN swaps and fraudulent paper-based license plates.
- Identified a high occurrence of auto-related crimes and delivered an executive business case for the Chief of Police and City Council to build a specialized Auto Theft unit, including creating a formal SOP, policy framework, employee selection process, and day-to-day responsibilities.
- Responded to an active shooter at an HEB and identified multiple issues in accessing lifesaving medical equipment while rendering aid to a victim. Identified an improved design based on online research and proposed the purchase of 75+ kits, totaling $23K in spend and significantly improving operational efficiency, officer safety, and hygiene.
- Evaluated on 15+ key performance indicators (KPIs) across 75+ personnel and consistently ranked as the top performer in productivity.
- Trained 75+ team members on auto theft investigations and medical lifesaving.
Sales Representative
Etech Global Services
01.2019 - 04.2019
- Achieved $3K in monthly sales of new products at Verizon Wireless, resulting in $12K total.
- Pro-actively engaged new customers and averaged 13+ new service activations monthly.
- Part-time
Security Officer
Allied Universal
08.2017 - 09.2018
- Provided physical security for the Woodlands Mall and surrounding businesses.
- Mentored and coached two security officers.
- Identified an organized crime group responsible for “smash and grabs” at regional jewelry stores by recognizing distinctive clothing and notified law enforcement, resulting in the arrest of three individuals and the dismantlement of an organized retail theft crew.
- Monitoring 100+ CCTV cameras and directed security personnel to potential incidents.
Education
M.D. - Cybersecurity Law And Policy
Texas A&M University School of Law
Fort Worth, TX05.2025
B.A. - Criminal Justice
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX08.2023
Skills
- Aerospace & Launch Site Security
- Policy and SOP Development
- Investigations
- Physical Security Operations
- Spanish Fluency
- Executive Protection
- Project Management
- Access Control and Badge System
- CCTV monitoring
- Emergency response
Certification
- FEMA IS-906,IS-915,IS-915,IS-800,,IS-02900,IS-00100,IS-00200,IS-00700
- Emergency Medical Responder
- Part 107 Drone – FAA
- Investigative Interviewing Techniques – Wicklander Zulawski & Associates
- Association Protection Professional (APP) – ASIS International (Est Nov. 2025)
Languages
Spanish - Fluent
Timeline
Security Specialist
Blue Origin
06.2025 - Current
Physical Security Specialist
Specs Wines, Spirits and Finer Foods
03.2024 - 05.2025
Investigator | Reserve Deputy
Grimes County Sheriffs Office
02.2024 - Current
Investigator
College Station Police Department
08.2019 - 05.2023
Sales Representative
Etech Global Services
01.2019 - 04.2019
Security Officer
Allied Universal
08.2017 - 09.2018
M.D. - Cybersecurity Law And Policy
Texas A&M University School of Law
B.A. - Criminal Justice
Sam Houston State University
Tools
Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
Awards
- Life Saving Award -Issued by Grimes County Sheriff's Office · Dec 2024
- Employee of The Month -Issued by College Station Police Department · Jan 2022
- 100 Club Houston Rookie of The Year Award -Issued by 100 Club Houston · Jan 2021
- Rookie of The Year Award -Issued by College Station Police Department · Jan 2020