Keyshawn Thomas
Kennesaw,GA
Summary
College educated with Law enforcement experience, United States Marine, Department of Defense and U.S State department experience. Strives to exceed with long term and short term goals. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Qualified Military Police Officer 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
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Security
Securitas (Microsoft Contract)
06.2024 - Current
- Implemented visitor screening processes that minimized risks associated with unauthorized individuals gaining access to restricted areas within the organization''s facilities.
- Coordinated and managed vendor relationships to meet service level agreements.
- Applied and shared intelligence with law enforcement to secure employees, locations and assets in response to and in anticipation of threats.
- Identified and resolved areas of risk and exposure and recommended solutions and improvements to access control systems and video surveillance systems.
- Established emergency response to manage and respond to physical security needs of employees, buildings, technology and materials.
Armed Agent
Pinkerton
03.2024 - Current
- As an Armed Agent duties and responsibilities vary based on the assignment /Client, these consist of observing, reporting, conducting surveillance, providing excellent customer service, ensuring physical and personnel security, and completing detailed incident reports if necessary
- Create a plan to succeed the moment the work order is pushed out
- A typical assignment involves contact with point of Contact (POC) to organize information on the location, situation and better understand the environment from here carry out the operation without fail
- Knowing/ Learning the jurisdiction to effectively communicate with LE if the situation warrants
- Maintaining proficiency with weapons training, de-escalation tactics and soft skills
- Being able to adapt to rapidly changing climate including but not limited to weather conditions, changing work orders, operating independently to working in a team environment, low risk to high-risk situations, out of state travel and change in work pace.
- Informed clients of policies and procedures.
Armed Security Agent
Advance Protective Services (Data Center Contract)
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Armed security agent duties and responsibilities at this location are to maintain access control for compound
- Verify Identification of each individual and grant access to those authorized
- Code badges and run fingerprints for authorized work areas and cages
- Walk property and check for inconsistencies or security breaches on fence line
- Confirming cages and all interior doors always maintained secured without fail
- In case of unsecured cages sweep interior and make notification to management
- Utilize CCTV to assist with investigations for security, ethical violations and illegal activity
- Report writing and investigating incidents involving personnel and property
- Establishing timely communications with local PD during emergency situations and providing supervisor and relief with SITREP in the event of life-threatening situations
- De-briefing and passing information to oncoming agents.
Armed Diplomatic Security Officer
Inter-con Security (DOS Contract)
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Primary duties & responsibilities were to monitor and authorize entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks and visitors
- Detect suspicious activities and watched for criminal acts and rule infractions
- Conduct shelter in place in a Federal building Circulated among visitors, patrons and employees to preserve order and protect property
- Prepare reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual occurrences
- Monitor and report suspicious activities to local authorities
- Operate detecting devices to screen individuals and prevent passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas
- Conduct occupational health and safety programs
- Operate AED and Emergency communication equipment
- Monitor central alarm system for fire, intrusion, and duress alarms and responded when needed
- Deny entrance to the building to unauthorized persons
- Secure doors in the office and main building after hours
- Perform surveillance of suspects using binoculars, cameras and camcorders
- Screen passengers, crew members and employees for weapons and contraband
- Inspect equipment structures and materials to identify the cause of errors and defects.
Military Police Officer
United States Marine Corps
12.2016 - 06.2021
- Responded quickly to emergencies while exercising sound judgment under pressure, mitigating potential risks to personnel and property.
- Maintained strict adherence to military law enforcement standards, resulting in a safe environment for personnel and civilians.
- Manned base entry points to provide 24/7 force protection, reviewing identifications, searching vehicles, and verifying deliveries prior to entrance to secure areas.
- Participated in anti-terrorism measures by identifying potential threats and taking appropriate action to mitigate risk.
- Patrolled base facilities and housing areas to deter crime, monitor activities, and provide force protection.
- Trained new Military Police Officers on proper procedures and protocols, improving overall unit readiness and effectiveness.
- Monitored gate activities, controlled traffic, and responded to emergencies on base.
- Conducted thorough investigations into criminal activity on base, leading to successful apprehension and prosecution of offenders.
- Provided security support for high-profile events, ensuring the safety of all attendees including high-ranking officials and dignitaries.
- Searched vehicles, buildings and homes for evidence of stolen property.
- Conducted background checks on individuals seeking access to sensitive areas or information, ensuring only qualified personnel were granted clearance.
- Implemented effective drug interdiction strategies, contributing to a decrease in substance abuse incidents on base.
- Served as a liaison between military units during joint training exercises or missions, facilitating seamless coordination among diverse groups of service members.
- Collaborated with local civilian police agencies to share intelligence and coordinate joint operations when necessary.
Education
Bachelors in Technical Management -
DeVry University
Decatur, GA05.2024
Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Reliability
- Background Checks
- Crime scene management
- Evaluating crime scenes
- Continuous Improvement
- Witness interviews
- Incident Reporting
- Firearms knowledge
- Physical Fitness
- First Aid Training
Certification
- Commercial Electrical Construction Technician, 05/21
- First Aid CPR AED, 05/23
- OSHA-10, 04/21
- DOD Security Clearance- Secret, 06/17
- Basic Law Enforcement Training (USMC), 11/17
- Military Driver’s license, 01/18
- Emergency Vehicle Operators Course, 01/20
- Use of Force, 01/24
- Non- Lethal, 05/23
- Georgia Security License- SGE370476, 08/31/2025
Availability
2 Weeks from Initial offer
Training
- Basic Training- 06/17
- Combat Medical response- 06/17
- Emergency Vehicle Operators Course 11/17
- Military Police Basic Training Course 02/17
- Collision Avoidance Course 05/18
- Emergency Situations 05/18
- Records Management 06/18
- Leadership Tools and Developing Leaders 07/18
- Administration and Communication 06/18
- On the job training with K9 (MWD) 03/19
- Arms Ammunition & Explosives 11/20
- Fundamentals of Computer Troubleshooting 01/19
- Special Reaction Team 05/19
- Active shooter response training (ASRT) 05/23
- Peacemaker national training Center (DOS Contract) 05/23
- Annual: Use of Force, De- Escalation, First Aid.
Timeline
Physical Security
Securitas (Microsoft Contract)
06.2024 - Current
Armed Agent
Pinkerton
03.2024 - Current
Armed Security Agent
Advance Protective Services (Data Center Contract)
10.2023 - 04.2024
Armed Diplomatic Security Officer
Inter-con Security (DOS Contract)
05.2023 - 11.2023
Military Police Officer
United States Marine Corps
12.2016 - 06.2021
Bachelors in Technical Management -
DeVry University
- Commercial Electrical Construction Technician, 05/21
- First Aid CPR AED, 05/23
- OSHA-10, 04/21
- DOD Security Clearance- Secret, 06/17
- Basic Law Enforcement Training (USMC), 11/17
- Military Driver’s license, 01/18
- Emergency Vehicle Operators Course, 01/20
- Use of Force, 01/24
- Non- Lethal, 05/23
- Georgia Security License- SGE370476, 08/31/2025
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