Joshua Hicks
Oklahoma City,OK
Summary
Proven security expert with a distinguished career in the United States Air Force, adept at risk assessment and incident management. Excelled in coordinating security operations, maintaining 100% equipment accountability, and fostering communication across all levels. Skilled in regulatory compliance and self-defense, demonstrating a commitment to operational excellence and team collaboration. Qualified Military Police Officer with 6 years of committed experience maintaining secure environments while leading diligent security details to minimize crime. Proven leader with exceptional attention to detail and demonstrated success closely monitoring infractions, security threats and suspicious activities. Goal-oriented and meticulous professional with active Secret security clearance.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Installation Patrolman
United States Air Force
04.2024 - Current
- Manned base entry points to provide 24/7 force protection, reviewing identifications, searching vehicles, and verifying deliveries prior to entrance to secure areas.
- Provided emergency response security, eliminating hazards, and potential dangers.
- Secured restricted areas and enforced limited access for civilians and military members in order to provide force protection and property security.
- Maintained 100% accountability of assigned equipment worth more than 10 billion dollars.
- Documented and organized security information accurately and efficiently.
- Patrolled base facilities and housing areas to deter crime, monitor activities, and provide force protection.
- Executed search and seizure operations in strict accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Secured storage of weapons, ammunition and explosives to prevent theft and accidents.
- Utilized surveillance equipment to monitor security of personnel and property.
- Monitored gate activities, controlled traffic, and responded to emergencies on base.
- Developed and maintained cooperative relationships with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies to support communication.
- Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Leveraged physical or verbal techniques to investigate suspicious activities and resolve concerns.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Participated in ongoing professional development and training programs, learning new methods and techniques in animal handling.
- Maintained clean, neat, and hazard-free animal areas to protect individual health and wellbeing.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to successfully train canines.
- Delivered public presentations to educate public on canines training and behavior.
- Observed canines closely to understand individual needs and behaviors.
- Succeeded in assist training diverse canines with confident training techniques and trusting relationships.
- Assisted Canine Handlers in various scenarios during urgent responses.
Installation Patrolman
United States Air Force
03.2021 - 04.2024
- Manned base entry points to provide 24/7 force protection, reviewing identifications, searching vehicles, and verifying deliveries prior to entrance to secure areas.
- Provided emergency response security, eliminating hazards, and potential dangers.
- Secured restricted areas and enforced limited access for civilians and military members in order to provide force protection and property security.
- Maintained 100% accountability of assigned equipment worth more than 30 billion dollars.
- Documented and organized security information accurately and efficiently.
- Patrolled base facilities and housing areas to deter crime, monitor activities, and provide force protection.
- Executed search and seizure operations in strict accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Secured storage of weapons, ammunition and explosives to prevent theft and accidents.
- Utilized surveillance equipment to monitor security of personnel and property.
- Created and implemented security protocols and procedures to safeguard personnel and property.
- Monitored gate activities, controlled traffic, and responded to emergencies on base.
- Developed and maintained cooperative relationships with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies to support communication.
- Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
- Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
- Conducted training sessions for new security personnel to facilitate compliance with security protocols.
- Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Operated handheld metal detector and other surveillance devices to screen individuals entering facility.
- Investigated suspicious activities and persons to maintain security of premises.
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
- Acted as deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow business to conduct operations in safe environment.
- Recorded observations and occurrences and interviewed witnesses to complete and submit incident report.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Leveraged physical or verbal techniques to investigate suspicious activities and resolve concerns.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Assisted Canine Handlers in various scenarios during urgent responses.
Installation Entry Controller
United Sates Air Force
02.2019 - 03.2021
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Kept check-in area clean and neat at all times.
- Completed hourly patrols of facility, grounds and perimeter.
- Performed random vehicle inspection to detect for sensitive documentation and materials.
- Checked credentials and identifying paperwork for all incoming employees and visitors.
- Screened bags with physical inspections, wands, and x-ray technology.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Education
High School Diploma -
Northeast Academy
Oklahoma City, OK05.2015
Skills
- Security Operations: Skilled in coordinating security measures, performing risk assessments, and implementing effective threat mitigation strategies
- Incident Response: Adept at managing security incidents, conducting investigations, and preparing comprehensive reports
- Communication: Strong ability to communicate effectively with high-ranking individuals and provide clear and concise safety briefings
- Regulatory Compliance: Knowledgeable in federal regulations and standards related to transportation security and explosive detection
- Self-defense training
- Witness interviewing
Timeline
Installation Patrolman
United States Air Force
04.2024 - Current
Installation Patrolman
United States Air Force
03.2021 - 04.2024
Installation Entry Controller
United Sates Air Force
02.2019 - 03.2021
High School Diploma -
Northeast Academy
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