Kenneth G. Gordon III
Herndon,United States
Summary
Mission-driven individual with experience in researching strategic intelligence and international affairs to support continuous improvement and innovation of programs by learning from past operations and events. Aiming to use my knowledge of history, political science, strategic intelligence, and homeland security to identify, assess, interpret, and report potential threats and emergencies. Focused, motivated, and initiative-taking, with proven strengths in both written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders under tight deadlines. Ability to report on strategic doctrine, regional relations, and emergency management strategies in order to support the mission and goals of the company. Ability to present intelligence information and analysis clearly and accurately. Strives to exceed professional and personal goals. Exhibits flexibility and adaptability to suit the needs of the team and program.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Supervisor
Allied Universal
05.2024 - Current
- Maintained security protocols at both data centers and government contract sites
- Controlled access to secure information as per the standards set by the Department of Defense and Department of State
- Evaluated pre-existing security protocols for signs of weakness, potential insider threats, and areas of neglect
- Monitored biometric doors, CCTV cameras, exterior access points, delivery areas, and data cages
- Maintained hourly security logs and updated stakeholders every shift of any changes and/or adjustments
- Oversaw a team of security officers and managed scheduling and performance evaluations.
- Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences and interactions.
- Wrote and submitted daily reports on security team operations.
Lead Researcher
Roanoke Institute
03.2024 - Current
- Developed strategies to research a variety of topics, from history to medical sciences.
- Interacted directly with stakeholders, outreach groups, other research institutes, and government offices to ensure adequate information was collected for each project.
- Assigned tasks to other team members as part of my supervisory role.
- Worked on research projects focusing on the Indigenous people of the United States, Latin America, and Canada.
- Worked on projects regarding LGBTQ+ issues in the United States for political institutions.
- Assisted stakeholders with developing plans that focused on at-risk groups in the United States.
- Educated stakeholders on proper ethics regarding different cultures and minority groups.
- Maintained databases and access to information.
- Gathered and organized information for research purposes.
- Compiled observable evidence of physical phenomena for use in reports.
Retail Associate/Visitor Services Representative
Smithsonian Enterprises
06.2023 - 03.2024
- Interacted with guests at the museum and directed them towards exhibits that matched their interests.
- Operated a register and handled both cash and credit card payments.
- Assisted guests in locating information regarding the history of the Indigenous people of the United States, Latin America, and Canada.
- Helped direct guests to exhibits pertaining to the interests of the guests.
- Educated guests on the types of minerals and fossils offered by the Smithsonian Store.
- Maintained inventory in the store and in the operations area of the museum.
- Guided guests around the museum during free opportunities and educated guests on a number of exhibits.
- Helped to train new employees on store and museum procedures.
- Gained experience working in the logistics department while serving at the DCA airport store.
- Served as the DCA airport historian from August to November 2023.
- National Museum of the American Indian, Washington, DC (6 June 2023 to 17 August 2023)
- Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, Arlington, VA (17 August 2023 to 23 November 2023)
- National Museum of Natural History, Washington, DC (24 November 2023 to March 2024)
Science Instructor
North Spring Behavioral Healthcare
02.2023 - 03.2023
- Developed and directly implemented a curriculum for the education department based on the pacing guide of Virginia.
- Served as a case manager and education stakeholder for patients.
- Interacted directly with other stakeholders to create an individual treatment plan for patients.
- Taught biology, earth science, and GED classes within the same time block.
- Created schoolwork tailored to each patient’s skillset to ensure everyone would progress at a similar rate.
- Efficiently created IIPs, IEPs, TIPs, and treatment goals for each student.
- Served as a patient advocate to help patients receive adequate treatment.
- Handled an education caseload of over one-hundred patients, serving directly over twenty patients’ treatment plans.
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
- Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
Homebound Instructor
North Spring Behavioral Healthcare Acute Hospital
07.2022 - 03.2023
- Developed and directly implemented a schedule for the education department of the acute hospital.
- Interacted with schools around the state of Virginia in order to retrieve assignments for patients.
- Interacted directly with patients and assisted them with their schoolwork.
- Served as a math, science, history, and English tutor for patients requiring additional support.
- Created lesson plans at home for each unit of the hospital to work on the following day.
- Directly taught lessons in each unit of the hospital.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps while developing new techniques to instruct and motivate students.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning based on the exact needs of the patients.
Mental Health Clinical Technician
North Spring Behavioral Healthcare Acute Hospital
07.2022 - 02.2023
- Performed both verbal de-escalation techniques and Handle with Care techniques within an adolescent acute psychiatric hospital.
- Successfully worked with patients between the ages of seven and seventeen.
- Completed first aid, AED, and CPR training.
- Completed and reviewed medical evaluations of patients during the day.
- Handled personal medical information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Performed and demonstrated how to de-escalate situations with at-risk patients suffering from crises.
- Helped fellow staff members de-escalate during stressful situations in the acute hospital.
- Helped to train new incoming technicians and specialist according to company guidelines.
- Developed strong relationships with medical staff to ensure all staff were aware of situations involving patients.
- Worked with therapists to ensure that patients were aware of their treatment plans and goals.
- Worked directly with medical staff to stabilize patients who suffered medical emergencies.
- Encouraged better relationships between management, technicians, and the medical staff.
- Designed and implemented plans that directly helped the hospital operate more effectively.
- Served as a clinical technician while working in another role within the same hospital without allowing personal standards to drop.
- Assisted in implementation of customized care plans, focusing on patient wellness and comfort.
- Monitored patients and maintained detailed records for physician and legal review.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers, state stakeholders, parents, and administrators in providing personalized care for each patient.
Transportation Security Officer
Transportation Security Administration
07.2021 - 11.2021
- Completed Phase 1 Transportation Security Officer training through the Transportation Security Agency.
- Reviewed how to handle, protect, and transport sensitive security information.
- Conducted passenger screening and baggage checks at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
- Demonstrated superb communication skills with the general public.
- Learned how to de-escalate situations with stressed passengers and other TSA officers to ensure the boarding process continued efficiently.
- Implemented techniques and policies learned in university and TSO training course to enhance the national security capabilities of the TSA team.
- Developed strong relationships with fellow officers to create a team-driven environment to accomplish the goals of the Transportation Security Administration.
- Discretely observed behavior and demeanor of travelers and staff to screen for suspicious actions.
- Operated x-ray machines, hand wands, and advanced imaging technology to conduct screening of passengers and baggage.
- Interacted with public to give directions, explain rules, and regulations and respond to inquiries.
- Authenticated boarding passes, identification, and passports to prevent fraudulent travel.
Education
Master of Science - National Security: Homeland Security
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA01.2020
Bachelor of Science - History
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA01.2019
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Handle With Care (HWC) Training
- All-Source Intelligence
- Problem Solving
- Quantitative and Qualitative Data Analysis
- Modern Ethics
- De-escalation Techniques
- Cross-cultural Sensitivity
- Reporting / Briefing Skills
- Research and Analysis
- FEMA Continuous Improvement Program (CIP)
- Program Evaluation
- Management Skills
- Education Planning
- International Relations
- Threat Assessments
- Inter-Agency Collaboration
- Knowledge of Emergency Management
- Analytical Reports and Presentations
- Exceptional Customer Service
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- In-depth knowledge of social media platforms and their use for outreach and marketing: X(Twitter), Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky, Discord, Teams, TikTok, Snapchat, Pinterest
- Company risk mitigation
- Operational effectiveness
- Interviews and cross-examination techniques
- Security team management
- Staffing and scheduling
- Investigative procedures
- Incident investigation
- Regulatory compliance
- Certified scuba diver since 2014
- Adult First Aid/CPR/AED Certified
Timeline
Security Supervisor
Allied Universal
05.2024 - Current
Lead Researcher
Roanoke Institute
03.2024 - Current
Retail Associate/Visitor Services Representative
Smithsonian Enterprises
06.2023 - 03.2024
Science Instructor
North Spring Behavioral Healthcare
02.2023 - 03.2023
Homebound Instructor
North Spring Behavioral Healthcare Acute Hospital
07.2022 - 03.2023
Mental Health Clinical Technician
North Spring Behavioral Healthcare Acute Hospital
07.2022 - 02.2023
Transportation Security Officer
Transportation Security Administration
07.2021 - 11.2021
Master of Science - National Security: Homeland Security
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science - History
Liberty University