JOHN VILLOTTI
St. Petersburg,FL
Summary
Experienced Security and Law Enforcement professional with over a decade of combined law enforcement and security operations experience. Skilled in physical security assessments, policy development, Department of Defense badging operations, and the administration of advanced security systems, including CCTV and AI surveillance. Proven leader with expertise in managing teams of 14 to 300 personnel, coordinating security planning, implementation, and logistics for high-stakes operations. Adept at cybersecurity threat detection, mitigation, and emergency management protocols. Extensive experience in launch operations, site clearances, and secure tracking, ensuring the protection of high-value assets and personnel. Effective liaison with government and public entities, fostering collaboration to achieve mission-critical objectives.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Specialist
Blue Origin
09.2024 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive physical security assessments of Launch Complex 36 (LC-36) and new properties to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.
- Develop, review, and implement security policies and procedures for LC-36 to enhance site safety and compliance in accordance with existing Department of Defense and Blue Origin policies and procedures.
- Served as the Department of Defense badging official for the entire company of 10,000 plus Blue Origin employees, ensuring adherence to federal access standards.
- Provided daily supervision to a security team of 14 guards, maintaining operational efficiency and compliance with security protocols.
- Administrator for the CCURE electronic access control system to manage access control for the entire site and Florida based workforce.
- Oversaw the Avigilon CCTV system and site representative for Ambient AI security platform for advanced security monitoring and incident response.
- Managed physical security projects, including TIVE inventory and the secure tracking of rocket parts and shipments.
- Conducted thorough internal investigations and tracked incidents by utilizing the ITS system and ReadyOP report writing interface to ensure workplace integrity and compliance amongst employees.
- Coordinated launch operations and site clearances to ensure the security of LC-36 during launch and explosive ordnance activities.
Law Enforcement Officer
Tampa Police Department
07.2022 - 09.2024
- Implemented comprehensive surveillance and patrol strategies in various public settings, including streets, roads, and venues, to effectively deter criminal activity, ensure adherence to legal regulations, and promptly address criminal incidents.
- Demonstrated adept crowd management skills, effectively managing large audiences of up to 400,000 individuals, and providing specialized insights on traffic management and flow to optimize safety and efficiency.
- Functioned as a Certified Field Training Officer, playing a pivotal role in directly supervising and training incoming law enforcement recruits on essential topics such as policy, procedure, and law enforcement techniques, ensuring a high standard of preparedness and competence.
Special Agent
United States Secret Service
10.2017 - 04.2022
- Supervised and directed a diverse team of 150 to 300 Agents, also spanning local law enforcement, various government and military entities, and civilian vendors, providing exceptional leadership and supervision during high-profile Presidential and Vice Presidential visits.
- Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, coordination, emergency management, threat detection and mitigation, operations, and logistics for Lead, Site, and Transportation Advance roles, ensuring smooth execution of large-scale events accommodating over 1,000,000 attendees, including media personnel.
- Played pivotal roles within the Vice Presidential Protective Division and the Greenville, SC Resident Office, offering strategic oversight and operational excellence in top-level security operations.
- Maintained an active Top Secret/SCI Clearance, enabling access to classified information and facilitating collaboration across diverse government entities.
- Served as a key liaison, facilitating communication between security personnel, event planners, and government stakeholders, ensuring alignment of objectives and seamless execution.
- Coordinated with multiple emergency services, including police, fire, and EMT's, to seamlessly integrate safety protocols into event logistics and operations, ensuring swift and effective emergency response.
- Brings extensive expertise in Network Intrusion Investigation, bolstered by multiple CompTIA Cybersecurity and Networking Certifications, illustrating a profound grasp of contemporary cybersecurity protocols, threat detection, response, and mitigation strategies.
Deputy Sheriff
Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office
08.2015 - 10.2017
- Orchestrated comprehensive patrols of public and private spaces, employing strategic foresight to prevent unlawful activities, ensure compliance with legal standards, and swiftly address breaches of the law.
- Served as a credible courtroom presence, effectively presenting evidence and providing compelling testimony against detained individuals in legal proceedings.
- Reacted promptly and effectively to high-risk situations as a principal or supporting officer, exemplifying strong leadership and decision-making abilities in critical law enforcement scenarios.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Project Management
Florida Institute of Technology
Melbourne, FL07.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Forensic Psychology
Florida Institute of Technology
Melbourne, FL06.2014
Timeline
Security Specialist
Blue Origin
09.2024 - Current
Law Enforcement Officer
Tampa Police Department
07.2022 - 09.2024
Special Agent
United States Secret Service
10.2017 - 04.2022
Deputy Sheriff
Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office
08.2015 - 10.2017
Master of Business Administration - Project Management
Florida Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Arts - Forensic Psychology
Florida Institute of Technology