Kyra Schmeisser
Mansfield,TX
Summary
I have worked in executive protection and security fields in high threat, non-permissive environments with my thirteen years as a Military Police officer in the United States Marine Corps (USMC), followed by security positions held with DynCorp International. I have over fifteen years in the security industry. I have served in Afghanistan, as well as close protection details in the U.S. In 2001, I began my career in the USMC as a Military Police officer. From 2005-2008, I worked as a physical security specialist, monitoring security systems, base access, conducted surveys of sensitive sites to ensure proper security standards, and assigned greater responsibility and more duties in a demanding high-tempo environment. I was a team member on a low-profile security/risk-management platform in Afghanistan in direct support of USAID and implementing partners, which emphasized training and mentoring to the Afghan Police Protection Force (APPF) team members and developing crisis management strategies to support client’s needs. Over approximately two years, I conducted several hundred discreet low profile, close protection assignments for the client facilitating their continued success in a dynamic, constantly evolving, high threat environment. I am currently enrolled at American Military University in the School of Security and Global Studies. Associates of Arts degree in Counter Terrorism Studies and currently enrolled in the bachelor’s degree program for Security Management with a concentration in Government Security and currently hold an active Secret Security Clearance.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
PROJECT SECURITY TEAM MEMBER
DynCorp International Free Zone (DIFZ)
02.2014 - 03.2015
- Led a multi-national personal protection team of expatriates, as well as direct working side by side with Afghan Public Protection Force (APPF), blending a diverse pool of cultures and backgrounds to successfully facilitate and manage the needs of a client with multiple programs, personnel and requirements throughout Afghanistan
- Conducted numerous iterations of Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) for clients coming into country, as well as weekly training sessions mentoring the APPF in 12 core competencies of security fundamentals
- Coordinated all aspects of venue threat/vulnerability assessments, key leader engagements, logistics, and implemented security upgrades to support large scale events and operations for the client in multiple cities throughout Afghanistan
- Managed security incidents and events in an austere environment to protect company assets, including personnel, facilities, intellectual property, and both the employer and client's reputation.
PERSONAL SECURITY DETAIL
United States Marine Corps
06.2010 - 06.2011
- Assigned to a joint command under the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF)
- Provided static and mobile security for high-ranking military and civilian officials
- Designated as the Commanding Officers driver and was assigned to high level operations
- Gathered and analyzed open-source intelligence and real-time reporting of threat and vulnerabilities to routes and venues, collating the data for dissemination to support daily leadership decision making for day-to-day operations and strategic planning
- Executed a site survey as part of an advance team for Sec
- Of State, Hillary Clinton.
ANTI-TERRORISM/FORCE PROTECTION OFFICER
United States Marine Corps
10.2009 - 02.2010
- Deployed to Helmand Province, Afghanistan (Oct 2009 - Feb 2010) Attached to 2nd Marine Expeditionary Brigade (MEB) as an Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection officer to enhance force protection posture and conduct multiple high-risk patrols and convoys
- Conducted weekly security briefs with the commanding officer of the 2nd MEB to include availability and functionality of all forward operating bases (FOB) and patrol bases (PB) pertaining to their surveillance systems and perimeter integrity
- Developed and improved current security postures of FOB’s and PB’s to expand their security measures and overall protection and safekeeping in accordance with DoD 5205.07.
PHYSICAL SECURITY SPECIALIST
United States Marine Corps
10.2005 - 03.2009
- Conducted over three hundred surveys of armories and other highly sensitive areas to ensure proper security measures were in place in accordance with ICD 705, NISPOM, and DoD 5205.07
- Monitored access control systems, including CCTV systems and other vital security areas
- Served as accident investigator, investigating all vehicle accidents aboard the instillation by reconstruction of the scene
- Served as the patrol supervisor, ensuring paperwork and on-scene calls were performed professionally
- Assisted with the design, development and implementation of disaster preparedness plans and training programs, emergency operations drills, and department level emergency and mitigation plans
- Conducted frequent perimeter checks to ensure border integrity and safety of all personnel aboard the installation.
SECURITY BATTALION
United States Marine Corps
09.2001 - 10.2005
- Provided static and mobile security for the MCB Camp Pendleton, maintain order and enforcing federal and local laws
- First responder for medical emergencies
- Served as a Community Relations Officer interacting directly with the community, developing open lines of communication between the community and Provost Marshals Office (PMO)
- Assigned to security detail for Gov
- Schwarzenegger during visit to MCB Camp Pendleton.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Security Management
American Military University
01.2024
Skills
- Emergency Preparedness
- Incident Response
- CCTV Monitoring
- Stress Tolerance
- First Aid Training
- Threat Assessment
- Security Operations Experience
- Reliability
- Firearms Expertise
- Keen Observer
- Security Procedures Knowledge
- Event Security
- Security Protocols
- Vehicle Inspections
- Work Ethic
- Access Control
- Personal Security
- Punctuality
- Crime Prevention
- Perimeter Security
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Surveillance
Education And Certificates
- Non-PSS Security Specialist (1/2024)
- Counter-Terrorism Studies: American Military University (2021-2022)
- Controlled Unclassified Information Training: Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (2022)
- Identifying and Safeguarding PII v5.0: Department of Defense (2022)
- OPSEC Awareness Training: Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (2022)
- Anti-Terrorism Level 1 Course
Military Experience
United States Marine Corps: 2001-2014, Staff Sergeant (E-6)
Awards
- Honorable Discharge, United States Marine Corps (April 2014)
- Navy Commendation Medal, MCAS Miramar, CA (January 2014)
- Bronze Star Medal, Afghanistan (June 2011)
- Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, MCB Camp Pendleton, CA (October 2004)
- Honor Graduate of Corporals Course, MCB Camp Pendleton, CA (October 2004)
Timeline
PROJECT SECURITY TEAM MEMBER
DynCorp International Free Zone (DIFZ)
02.2014 - 03.2015
PERSONAL SECURITY DETAIL
United States Marine Corps
06.2010 - 06.2011
ANTI-TERRORISM/FORCE PROTECTION OFFICER
United States Marine Corps
10.2009 - 02.2010
PHYSICAL SECURITY SPECIALIST
United States Marine Corps
10.2005 - 03.2009
SECURITY BATTALION
United States Marine Corps
09.2001 - 10.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Security Management
American Military University
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