LUTHER R. GOURDINE, SR.
New Braunfels,TX
Summary
Experienced Security Professional with 5 years in unarmed guard roles and 24 years in Air Force service. Expertise in access control, surveillance monitoring, and incident response. Committed to safeguarding personnel and resources in high-stakes environments. Active Secret Security Clearance enhances capability in maintaining security and operational integrity.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Enlisted Leader
United Stated Air Force
07.2025 - 03.2026
- June 2025 - March 2026
- Oversaw strategic management of 439 military, civilian, and contract personnel.
- Directed comprehensive human capital life cycle initiatives for a
- population of 12K, enhancing performance and operational readiness. Analyzed operational data to identify trends, leading to improved decision-making processes.
- Streamlined logistics processes for mission execution, optimizing
- resource availability and efficiency.
- Streamlined communication protocols between units to improve
- situational awareness.
- Facilitated mentorship programs to cultivate leadership abilities and support professional growth for junior team members.
- Achieved successful operation of the largest flight in the force support squadron through effective management of military and civilian personnel. Facilitated mentorship programs to cultivate leadership abilities and support professional growth for junior team members. Managed subordinate training courses and upgrade training enhancing overall Air Force Special Forces Command security
Force Support Flight Superintendent
United States Air Force
11.2024 - 06.2025
- Oversaw readiness programs, emergency response coordination, and risk mitigation.
- Managed daily operations of multiple facilities, enhancing safety, security, and compliance standards.
- Conducted inspections and evaluated security procedures, implementing corrective actions to strengthen operational integrity.
- Maintained accountability for equipment, supplies, and sensitive materials, ensuring operational readiness and compliance.
- Mentored personnel and enforced standards of conduct and discipline.
- Mentored junior enlisted personnel, fostering professional development and leadership skills.
- Led operational oversight of base facilities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and maintenance standards.
- Managed personnel deployment, optimizing resource utilization to enhance mission effectiveness and readiness.
- Reviewed design specifications critically for accuracy, identifying potential issues before they escalated into costly delays or rework situations.
Unarmed Security Guard
H-E-B Corporate Headquarters
01.2019 - 01.2024
- Monitored CCTV systems and security cameras to detect suspicious activity, contributing to overall facility safety.
- Controlled access to corporate buildings, verifying credentials of employees, contractors, and visitors to enhance security.
- Conducted interior and exterior patrols to deter theft and unauthorized access, ensuring a secure environment.
- Responded to incidents, disturbances, and emergencies; documented events and coordinated with law enforcement.
- Supported corporate security policies and maintained a professional, customer-focused presence.
- Supported implementation of emergency procedures during drills, evacuations, and safety drills.
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and prevent unauthorized access.
- Conducted regular patrols to identify security risks and maintain order.
Security Forces (3P011)
United States Air Force
04.2002 - 06.2002
- Performed force protection duties to safeguard personnel, facilities, and critical resources.
- Managed access to secure areas, verifying credentials of individuals entering the facility. to installations and restricted areas, enforcing identification and access standards.
- Operated surveillance, communications, and intrusion detection equipment to enhance security measures.
- Responded to incidents, secured crime scenes, detained suspects, and preserved evidence to ensure safety and uphold law enforcement standards.
- Monitored designated areas through systematic patrols to deter unauthorized activity., monitored activity, and reported unauthorized personnel or suspicious behavior.
- Supported emergency response operations and provided first-responder assistance to mitigate risks and protect lives.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ09-2020
Skills
- Unarmed Security Operations
- Access Control & Visitor Screening
- CCTV & Surveillance Monitoring
- Incident response
- Information protection
- Physical Security & Asset Protection
- Emergency Procedures
- Facility patrols
- Conflict De-escalation
- Database Management
- Strong situational awareness
- Works well under pressure
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Senior Enlisted Leader
United Stated Air Force
07.2025 - 03.2026
Force Support Flight Superintendent
United States Air Force
11.2024 - 06.2025
Unarmed Security Guard
H-E-B Corporate Headquarters
01.2019 - 01.2024
Security Forces (3P011)
United States Air Force
04.2002 - 06.2002
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Grand Canyon University