Kyle Lester
Austin
Summary
Highly skilled and versatile professional with extensive experience in combat engineering, explosives management, and security operations. Proven track record as a leader in high-pressure environments, with a strong ability to manage teams, execute complex demolition tasks, and ensure safety and compliance. Expertise in explosive breaching, hazard assessment, and tactical engineering, paired with comprehensive security supervision experience, including access control, crisis management, and confidentiality protocols. Holds a Secret Security Clearance and a deep understanding of military and corporate security operations. Adept at training personnel, collaborating across teams, and making critical decisions under pressure to achieve mission success and maintain safety.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Supervisor
DISA
01.2023 - 04.2025
- Supervised and managed security operations for sensitive areas, ensuring the protection of personnel, information, and assets in compliance with federal, state, and company policies.
- Led a team of security officers, overseeing daily operations, conducting briefings, and ensuring readiness to respond to any security incidents or breaches.
- Administered access control systems, ensuring that only authorized personnel with valid clearances were granted entry to classified and restricted areas.
- Ensured compliance with security protocols for classified information handling, including safeguarding physical and digital data in accordance with DISA and government regulations.
- Monitored security systems, including CCTV, alarms, and access logs, to detect suspicious activity and prevent potential breaches or unauthorized access.
- Coordinated security responses during emergency situations, including lockdowns, evacuations, and incident investigations, ensuring a swift and effective resolution while minimizing risk to personnel and assets.
- Maintained and updated security records and logs, ensuring accurate reporting of access events, security incidents, and other relevant activities, while maintaining confidentiality in accordance with clearance requirements.
- Conducted thorough background checks and security screenings for employees, contractors, and visitors, ensuring adherence to security clearance guidelines and company policies.
- Trained and mentored new security staff, emphasizing the importance of maintaining confidentiality, adhering to security procedures, and operating security systems efficiently.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and intelligence agencies as necessary, providing critical information and support during investigations or threat assessments.
- Ensured the secure transportation of sensitive materials and documents, applying knowledge of proper handling procedures to prevent unauthorized access or compromise.
- Developed and enforced security policies that enhanced organizational security posture, mitigating risks associated with espionage, theft, and sabotage in environments requiring a high level of confidentiality.
- Held a Secret Security Clearance, demonstrating trustworthiness and reliability in safeguarding classified and sensitive information for the duration of employment.
Combat Engineer/Squad Leader
Army
03.2019 - 11.2022
- Led a combat engineer squad in training exercises and missions, specializing in the use of explosives for demolition, breaching, and creating tactical advantages in various field scenarios.
- Planned and executed demolition operations, utilizing a range of explosive devices to clear obstacles, breach structures, and neutralize threats in controlled environments.
- Trained and mentored team members in the safe and effective handling of explosives, ensuring full understanding of technical procedures, safety protocols, and best practices in explosive placement and detonation.
- Performed controlled demolitions to clear minefields, destroy obsolete equipment, and dismantle enemy fortifications during training exercises, enhancing tactical mobility and mission success.
- Coordinated explosive hazard assessments and clearance exercises, working to identify and mitigate potential risks posed by unexploded ordnance in training areas, improving safety for all personnel.
- Supervised and executed breaching operations using explosives to simulate combat conditions, enabling rapid and efficient entry into structures while maintaining operational security and minimizing risk.
- Used advanced detonation techniques such as remote systems and timed delays to safely deploy explosives from a distance, ensuring optimal safety during explosive operations.
- Operated and maintained explosive and engineering equipment, ensuring all materials were properly stored, accounted for, and ready for use in exercises, in line with military standards and regulations.
- Collaborated with other military units during joint exercises to integrate explosive techniques into combined arms operations, helping to optimize strategic and tactical goals across multiple disciplines.
- Monitored and assessed training performance, ensuring all squad members demonstrated proficiency in the technical and safety aspects of explosive operations, contributing to high readiness and cohesion within the squad.
- Recognized for strong leadership, tactical knowledge, and the ability to handle high-pressure situations, earning.
Cook
Sonic
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Education
No Degree - Health And Science
American Military University
California, VA01-2027
High School Diploma -
Premier
San Antonio, TX02-2019
Skills
- Explosive Demolition & Breaching
- Explosives Handling & Safety
- Remote Detonation Systems
- Demolition Planning & Execution
- Explosive Hazard Assessment & Clearance
- Tactical Engineering Operations
- Battlefield Reconnaissance
- Squad Leadership & Team Development
- Mission Coordination
- Risk Assessment & Decision-Making
- Training & Mentoring
- Security Operations Management
- Access Control & Confidentiality
- Incident Response & Crisis Management
- Security System Monitoring
- Background Checks & Security Screenings
- Security Policy Development
- Law Enforcement & Intelligence Collaboration
Timeline
Security Supervisor
DISA
01.2023 - 04.2025
Combat Engineer/Squad Leader
Army
03.2019 - 11.2022
Cook
Sonic
01.2017 - 01.2019
No Degree - Health And Science
American Military University
High School Diploma -
Premier
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