LeBaron Collins
Security management
Southfield,MI
Summary
Broad-based experience in corporate security management encompasses hands-on responsibility for: physical security, asset protection, facility surveillance, access controls, risk and threat assessments, guard force management, executive protection, and internal investigations. Solid record of success working for Fortune-ranked corporations, industry-leading companies with global operations, and regional organizations. As a trusted partner, minimized risk to the business with “best in class” standards, by optimization of security technology standardization. A pragmatic professional known for finding better ways to make workplaces safer and more secure. Determined the root causes of problems, issues, and vulnerabilities – and eliminated them.
Known for developing and implementing effective security strategies, fostering collaborative team environment, and adapting to changing security needs. Reliable and focused on achieving results through proactive risk management and team coordination.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Manager
Daimler Truck/Detroit Diesel
01.2022 - 06.2024
- Managed overall physical security of a 3 million square feet manufacturing facility.
- Managed fire protection operations, investigations, and guard force management of security provider.
- Developed security systems at three off-site locations installation of access control and CCTV capabilities.
- Oversee the operational and capex budget for security at the Detroit location.
- Conducted risk-based assessments at all locations to determine the security technology needs.
- Coordinate company crisis management and emergency response program.
- Develop security concepts for new locations, improvement projects, major events, and any other site security needs.
- Ensure the concept is implemented by the business or risk-accepted.
Head of Global Security
BorgWarner, Inc.
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Developed a global security strategy aligned with the Global Operations Services strategic plan.
- Developed and maintained physical security-related policies, procedures, standards, guidelines, and related documentation.
- Responsible management of contractual partnerships of service providers within the field of physical security to include; guard force management, security technology, investigations, executive protection, crisis management, and travel security.
- Defined scope of work, established clear objectives and manages the performance of Regional Security Managers assigned to EMEA and APAC.
- Self-administrate same scope of work, objectives, and performance expectations for the Americas.
- Effective management of the annual fiscal budget allocation through diligent administration of travel, team expenses, and contracted services.
- Routine site visits of company locations to assess physical security vulnerabilities, recommend corrective actions, and partnering with site stakeholders to resolve identified issues.
Global Director of Corporate Security
Delphi Technologies (Acquired by BorgWarner)
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Regionalized all Delphi Technologies global/domestic security operations, creating a global security program within 100 days, standardizing security standards and guidelines, and aligning new organizational structure.
- Create strategic alignment of new and updated companies’ policies and procedures for global operations.
- Conducted security assessments of all regions' physical security, and access control, providing gap analysis and vulnerability assessment for CCTV systems.
- Conducted several investigations on company Intellectual Property, member of the company’s compliance committee and theft committees to mitigate loss.
- Managed supply chain security requirements of companies CTPAT and AEO validations.
Regional Security Manager - Americas (Domestic & International)
American Axle and Manufacturing, Inc.
01.2003 - 01.2018
- Performed all global security and executive protection responsibilities for CEO Richard Dauch spread over 17 countries.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering open communication, collaborative decision-making, and mutual respect among team members.
- Developed and implemented security strategies that improved assessments of risks, threats, and vulnerabilities.
- Revamped corporate security manual and full gamut of policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Led cross-functional teams to develop and implement emergency response plans for various crisis scenarios.
- Standardized assessment protocols and instituted quarterly and annual performance measures and metrics.
- Directed wall-to-wall assessments of facilities worldwide and performed GAP analyses to address issues.
- Streamlined framework for contracted guard services, lowered contract costs, and improved work performance and accountability involving over 300 officers working for seven (7) different third-party organizations.
Executive Security Specialist
Daimler Chrysler
01.1997 - 01.2003
- Selected to be principal security leader responsible for providing armed protection for the Chairman/CEO, President, and other executive officers of one of the world’s most prestigious automotive companies.
- Ensured security and 24/7 protection of executives at corporate offices, during travel, and at residences.
- Served as an executive chauffeur for the Office of the Chairman – and assisted with planning and overseeing broader security operations involving numerous other professionals needing physical/personal security at both small and large-scale events.
- Established an executive security program at corporate headquarters that covered the entire C-suite – and integrated security programs at other corporate offices, research centers, plants, and service facilities.
- Held responsibility for planning and running armed security operations providing protective services for senior executives, visiting dignitaries, government officials, business leaders, the media, and special guests.
Intelligence/Non-Commission Information Officer
United States Air Force
01.1986 - 01.1996
Education
BS - Criminal Justice
Wayne State University
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation
- Project management for large-scale initiatives
- Team Leadership & Training
- Technology Enhanced Solutions
- Investigation techniques
- Operational efficiency management
- Security team management
- Access control management
- Travel & Transport Protection
- Microsoft office
Certification
- Certified Personal Protection Specialist (PPS) – Executive Protection Institute
- DSDT Cybersecurity certificate – CompTia Network+, Security+ and CySa+
- Completed Advanced Course – Interviewing & Interrogations – John E. Reid and Associates
Affiliations
- American Society for Industrial Security
- Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC)
- Nine Live Associates
Awards
Earned over a dozen awards and commendations for meritorious service.
Timeline
Security Manager
Daimler Truck/Detroit Diesel
01.2022 - 06.2024
Head of Global Security
BorgWarner, Inc.
01.2020 - 01.2021
Global Director of Corporate Security
Delphi Technologies (Acquired by BorgWarner)
01.2019 - 01.2020
Regional Security Manager - Americas (Domestic & International)
American Axle and Manufacturing, Inc.
01.2003 - 01.2018
Executive Security Specialist
Daimler Chrysler
01.1997 - 01.2003
Intelligence/Non-Commission Information Officer
United States Air Force
01.1986 - 01.1996
BS - Criminal Justice
Wayne State University
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