Kokou Dadrawoa
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Security-focused and diligent Guard skilled at protecting personnel and premises. Responds and acts appropriately to situational assessments, including criminal acts and fire and medical emergencies remaining alert, attentive and vigilant at all times. Anticipates trouble and takes steps to intervene and diffuse using keen eye for detail. Experienced Security Monitor with quick instincts. Actively monitor surroundings and guards physical, monetary and personnel assets. Establishes policies and action plans to guarantee success and optimal team performance. Solid history training team members on standard protocol when patrolling large crowds.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Loss Prevention Team Lead
GXO Logistics
Clayton, IN
02.2024 - 01.2025
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority
- Conducted regular patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences
- Patrolled and monitored premises by foot
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Patrolled and monitored premises by foot.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Maintained safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly through feedback sessions, providing constructive criticism aimed at improving individual proficiency levels in various aspects of loss prevention duties.
- Fostered positive work environment by promoting teamwork, open communication, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Served as key liaison between the loss prevention department and operations management teams to ensure seamless integration of security measures into daily operations processes.
- Improve overall security by conducting regular patrols and monitoring surveillance systems.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Screened individuals and prevented passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Trained new Security Officers in company policies, ensuring consistent knowledge across the team and adherence to established procedures.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
- Conducted thorough investigations into security incidents, documenting findings, and recommending appropriate actions.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Respond and invstigate IDS alarm
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
- Conducted training sessions for new security personnel to facilitate compliance with security protocols.
- Investigate theft and other invident by regularly conducting footage review.
- Lead and coordinate the Security Operation Center operations
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services/GXO Logistics
GXO Clayton
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Improved overall security by conducting regular patrols and monitoring surveillance systems.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Screened individuals and prevented passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Trained new Security Officers in company policies, ensuring consistent knowledge across team and adherence to established procedures.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
- Conducted thorough investigations into security incidents, documenting findings, and recommending appropriate actions.
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
- Conducted training sessions for new security personnel to facilitate compliance with security protocols.
SECURITY ACCOUNT MANAGER
Allied Universal Security Services/Ingram Micro ITAD
Plainfield, IN
03.2019 - 05.2023
- Oversaw team of security officers and managed scheduling and performance evaluations
- Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences
- Wrote and submitted daily reports on security team operations
- Provided guidance to security staff on appropriate courses of action for diverse situations
- Managed team schedules to provide effective security coverage for building needs
- Advised security team and conducted investigations of significant threats and loss or misappropriation of assets
- Developed improved training methods with focus on public safety and officer awareness
- Conducted regular patrols of facility to detect and deter security threats
- Prepared and submitted reports to keep management informed of security activities and developments
- Monitored alarm systems and CCTV footage to enable prompt attention and response
- Developed and implemented strategies to prevent and respond to security incidents
- Supervised and evaluated security staff performance to determine compliance with safety regulations
- Monitored and approved access control systems for accessibility to authorized personnel
- Collaborated with management to develop security policies and procedures
- Conducted frequent security audits to identify potential problems related to physical security, staff safety, and asset protection
- Training all new security officers
- Performed scheduling and payroll corrections
- Reduced incidents of trespassing by maintaining strong security presence and enforcing access control measures.
- Removed unauthorized persons from facility grounds.
- Monitored alarm systems, responding promptly to alerts and coordinating appropriate action.
- Coordinated fire drills for staff members, enhancing their understanding of evacuation procedures during emergencies.
- Oversaw investigation into reported incidents, ensuring timely identification of cause and appropriate disciplinary action if needed.
SECURITY SHIFT SUPERVISOR
Allied Universal Security Services/ Ingram Micro Mobility
Plainfield, IN
01.2018 - 03.2019
- Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences
- Prepared and submitted reports to keep management informed of security activities and developments
- Conducted frequent security audits to identify potential problems related to physical security, staff safety, and asset protection
- Oversaw team of security officers and managed scheduling and performance evaluations
- Monitored alarm systems and CCTV footage to enable prompt attention and response
- Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees
- Analyzed and investigated incidents alongside functional management and security supervisors
- Supervised three different sites and performance of tasks and managed a total of 18 officers
SECURITY OFFICER
G4S Secure Solutions/ Metlife
Bridgewater, NJ
08.2014 - 01.2018
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority
- Conducted regular patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches
- Issued access cards to authorized personnel to monitor access points
- Conducted training sessions for new security personnel to facilitate compliance with security protocols.
SECURITY GUARD
G4S Secure Solutions/ LOréal USA
Somerset, NJ
01.2012 - 08.2014
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access
- Regulated vehicle and pedestrian traffic onto building grounds
WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE
L'Oreal USA Research & Innovation
Somerset, NJ
09.2010 - 12.2011
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise
- Worked safely around moving machinery
- Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel
- Manually or mechanically loaded and unloaded materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise
- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards
- Confirmed accuracy, quality and quantity of materials received and listed on BOL
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 40 pounds.
WAREHOUSE WORKER
Chanel
Piscataway, NJ
10.2010 - 11.2011
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 40 pounds.
- Helped maintain an organized stockroom by labeling shelves clearly, designating specific areas for different products, and rotating stock regularly as required.
Education
High School Diploma - Sciences
Lycee De Tokoin
Lome/Togo10.2007
Skills
- Safety and Security
- Emergency Evacuation
- Report Writing
- Monitor CCTV
- CPR Certified
- First Aid
- Email Communications
- Microsoft Office
- Word
- Excel
- Outlook
Timeline
Loss Prevention Team Lead
GXO Logistics
02.2024 - 01.2025
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services/GXO Logistics
06.2023 - 01.2024
SECURITY ACCOUNT MANAGER
Allied Universal Security Services/Ingram Micro ITAD
03.2019 - 05.2023
SECURITY SHIFT SUPERVISOR
Allied Universal Security Services/ Ingram Micro Mobility
01.2018 - 03.2019
SECURITY OFFICER
G4S Secure Solutions/ Metlife
08.2014 - 01.2018
SECURITY GUARD
G4S Secure Solutions/ LOréal USA
01.2012 - 08.2014
WAREHOUSE WORKER
Chanel
10.2010 - 11.2011
WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE
L'Oreal USA Research & Innovation
09.2010 - 12.2011
High School Diploma - Sciences
Lycee De Tokoin