JIMMY SORTO
Sterling,VA
Summary
Dedicated team leader with hands-on experience administering security operations and enforcing safety protocols. Skilled in identifying security risks, monitoring CCTV footage and responding to emergencies. Highly organized and detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving abilities. Adaptable professional with experience in safety training, surveillance, and leadership. Reliable, with expertise in developing and implementing security protocols, overseeing security personnel, and conducting investigations. Strong background in personnel management, and scheduling, with aptitude for finding creative solutions to complex security issues. Highly motivated and committed to providing a safe and secure environment and always willing to learn.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Supervisor - Wells Fargo Data Center
Allied Universal
01.2025 - Current
- Managed security operations for Wells Fargo data center.
- Oversaw team of security officers and managed scheduling, performance evaluations, and regular training for performance and professional growth.
- Maintained detailed records of security incidents, enabling proper analysis for future preventative measures.
- Kept team compliant with security protocols and appearance standards.
- Investigated incidents and wrote reports.
- Monitored building access, ensuring only authorized personnel were granted entry into secure areas of the facility.
- Improved response time to incidents by developing effective communication protocols within the security team.
- Led regular audits of physical security measures, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards.
- Conducted drills to keep security staff on alert and proficient with established plans.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to streamline information sharing during investigations and emergency situations.
- Organized security drills to test and refine emergency response procedures, improving readiness and confidence among staff.
- Worked in fast-paced and high-risk environments while maintaining exceptional standards of excellence for security programs, strategies, and plans.
- Worked closely and directly with Wells Fargo corporate security team to ensure security protocols are being met with great communication.
- Excellent understanding of Lenel security alarm system, VERINT video surveillance, Guardian visitor access control system, Microsoft Teams, Excel and Word.
- Able to adapt to changes and learn new systems very quickly.
- High quality professional communication skills with vendors, client, team members, security officers, and corporate security.
- Operated and monitored the Security Operation Center (SOC)
- Supervised Guardhouse operations and maintained control over entry and exit points for vendor vehicles through sally ports.
- Conducted lobby screening using professional TSA-grade X-Ray machine.
- Conducted patrols indoor and outdoor to ensure all areas and fence lines are secured.
Security Supervisor - TikTok Data Center
Allied Universal
04.2024 - 01.2025
- Supervised, motivated, coached, trained, and evaluated the performance of security professionals across multiple data center locations
- Ensured proper maintenance and updating of post orders and training information
- Conducted interviews and on-the-job training for new security professionals, including orientation, routine responsibilities, and emergency response procedures
- Managed and supervised sub-units within the security department, such as fire control rooms, security operations centers, and loading docks
- Responded to security incidents, ensuring appropriate actions were taken, reports were completed, and relevant parties were notified in a timely manner
- Maintained positive client/security relationships through frequent contact and support
- Troubleshoot system performance issues and implemented corrective actions
- Analyzed physical security system performance and recommended improvements
- Monitored security systems and networks for suspicious activity and responded promptly to security incidents
- Created detailed incident reports following each incident
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as fires, floods or terrorist attacks
- Identified and reported security threats, unsafe conditions or hazards, and other emergency situations
- Developed and managed investigation programs, included collection and preservation of video and notes of surveillance processes and investigative interviews
- Participated in emergency management and contingency planning
- Coordinated security operations or activities with public law enforcement, fire and other agencies
- Created policies and methods to protect personnel against harassment, threats and violence
- Monitored and maintained scheduled security checks to optimize safety
- Ensured efficiency and quality of security operations
- Maintained accurate records of all security-related incidents and activities
- Prepared reports and made presentations on internal investigations, losses and violations of regulations, policies and procedures
- Conducted regular drills and training sessions to improve security awareness
- Created and implemented security standards, policies and procedures
Security Officer
Allied Universal
10.2019 - 05.2024
- Screened personnel entering and exiting data halls
- Drove motor vehicle to transport individuals to specified locations and to provide personal protection
- Protected property and staff by maintaining safe and secure environment
- Examined doors and windows, verifying proper function and security
- Reacted quickly to suspicious activities and events to prevent and isolate potential dangers
- Provided employees and visitors with proper company-issued identification, maximizing security
- Warned persons of rule infractions and violations and apprehended and evicted violators from premises, using force when necessary
- Liaised with law enforcement agencies and local and federal agencies
- Trained new security personnel on security protocols and procedures
- Enforced parking regulations by monitoring traffic on-premises and reporting unauthorized vehicles
- Utilized strong communication skills to interact with staff, guests, vendors and law enforcement personnel in a professional manner
Education
Associate of Baccalaureate Studies - Cyber Security
Northern Virginia Community College
Loudoun County12.2026
Skills
- Critical Thinking Skills
- Crisis Management
- Communication Skills
- Investigations
- Physical Security
- Weapons Screening
- Report Analysis
- Access systems and patrol
- Security team management
- CCTV experience
- Security screening
- Security personnel training
- X-Ray
- SOC
- Lenel
- VERINT
- Guard house
Certification
- DCJS Unarmed Security License (VA)
- CPR Certified
Timeline
Security Supervisor - Wells Fargo Data Center
Allied Universal
01.2025 - Current
Security Supervisor - TikTok Data Center
Allied Universal
04.2024 - 01.2025
Security Officer
Allied Universal
10.2019 - 05.2024
Associate of Baccalaureate Studies - Cyber Security
Northern Virginia Community College