Matthew Puccio
Peoria,AZ
Summary
Highly trained security professional with extensive military and private-sector experience in armed security, executive protection, K9 operations, and critical incident response. Expertise as a former U.S. Air Force Security Forces member includes access control, surveillance systems, patrol operations, and executive protection support. Recognized as a proven leader with Field Training Officer experience and advanced firearms certifications. Committed to ensuring secure environments through vigilance, professionalism, and decisive action.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
K9 Security Officer
Banner Health
Mesa, Arizona, United States
06.2024 - 02.2026
- Patrol the facilities and grounds with a trained canine; assists with the welfare and safety of personnel and patients; investigates critical incidents; assists employees, patients and visitors; interfaces with emergency response agencies; secures doors; monitors parking and traffic control. Performs assigned security duties promptly and accurately. My K9 and I work as a team and support security duties by using the K9 for searching, crowd control, and as a deterrent for violent confrontations through the K9’s presence and physical abilities. Frequently serve as the Lead Officer on an assigned shift or at an assigned location, which includes acting as a resource to other officers, coordinating their activities and assisting the supervisor.
Facilities Manager
Alliance Defending Freedom
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States
04.2023 - 05.2024
- Responsible for managing the Scottsdale office which includes the office building and grounds. This includes oversight of facility staff, vendors, and all contract management pertaining to the operations of the building. I oversaw space planning, operations asset management, building mail operations, general and preventive maintenance, and new team member facility orientations.
Senior Facilities Assistant
Alliance Defending Freedom
Arizona, Arizona, United States
12.2021 - 04.2023
- As the Senior Facilities Assistant, I provided direct support to the Facilities Manager in vendor and contract management, key building systems, space planning, facilities asset management, building mail operations, general and preventative maintenance, and new team member facility orientations. This position also provided support for all event and meeting set-up, inspections/projects associated with the annual maintenance plan, and fulfill facility requests in a timely manner. In addition, this position served as the point of contact for assigned vendors, coordinating, and managing their services.
Security Officer II
Alliance Defending Freedom
Arizona, Arizona, United States
12.2020 - 12.2021
- Act as Field Training Officer (FTO) for Security Officers and attend job-related training. Perform duties as Officer In Charge (OIC) at all offices and at events. Provide security at large-scale events to select executives. Administer Security systems such as Access Control and Network Video Recorders, Visitor Management tools, and mechanical locking systems. Conduct security audits and identify methods to improve security. Coordinate with Security Manager and Human Resources for Team Member Terminations. Assist Security Manager with administering Negative Contact Management System. Implement, test and validate hardware and software to ensure physical security and surveillance to maintain an in-depth knowledge of modern security equipment and technology.
Security Officer I
Alliance Defending Freedom
Arizona, Arizona, United States
07.2018 - 12.2020
- Patrol all areas of the property; assist guests with building access. Monitor Closed Circuit Televisions, perimeter alarm systems, duress alarms, and fire/life safety systems. Complete incident reports to document all Security-related incidents. Escort any unwelcome persons from the property without interrupting the orderly flow of the property operation. Secure suspected or actual crime scenes to preserve evidence. Maintain proficiency in the use of assigned weapons and equipment.
Security Forces Member
United States Air Force
Oklahoma City, OK
07.2016 - 04.2018
- Enlisted Security Forces Member in the United States Air Force. Trained in installation entry control, restricted area entry control, self aid buddy care(SABC), first aid, defensive tactics, various weapon qualifications, use of lethal force, less than lethal force, FIDO Explosive Detection, and organizational skills. Security and Patrol skills on protecting Protection Level resources and responding to various call for service.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Community College of The Air Force
04-2018
High School Diploma -
Rio Salado College
05-2016
High School Diploma -
Mountain Ridge High School
05-2016
Skills
- Report Writing
- Access Control
- Verbal De-escalation
- Patrol operations
- Physical fitness
- Threat detection
- Perimeter security
- Obedience training
- Off-leash control
- K9 operations
- First aid administration
- Workplace safety
- Incident documentation
- Surveillance monitoring
- Computer skills
- Facility protection
- CCTV monitoring
- Executive protection
- Defensive tactics
Websites
Certification
- National Police Canine Association Patrol 3
- Functional Pistol Application 2
- Defensive Handgun Certification (x5)
- Defensive Carbine Certification (x2
- IFAK Life Saver Certification
- CPR/AED
- USAF Security Forces Apprentice Course
- USAF Basic Military Training
Timeline
K9 Security Officer
Banner Health
06.2024 - 02.2026
Facilities Manager
Alliance Defending Freedom
04.2023 - 05.2024
Senior Facilities Assistant
Alliance Defending Freedom
12.2021 - 04.2023
Security Officer II
Alliance Defending Freedom
12.2020 - 12.2021
Security Officer I
Alliance Defending Freedom
07.2018 - 12.2020
Security Forces Member
United States Air Force
07.2016 - 04.2018
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Community College of The Air Force
High School Diploma -
Rio Salado College
High School Diploma -
Mountain Ridge High School
Honors-Awards
Basic Military Training Honor Graduate