Michael Bestany
Hicksville,NY
Summary
Proficient armed security officer skilled in strategies for preventing incidents, investigating problems and detailing unauthorized personnel. Offering remarkable work ethic and observation skills. Seeking to bring several years' experience in security to a long-term position.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1997
1997
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Armed Security Officer
Mashidi Jewish Center
Great Neck, New York
09.2024 - Current
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security for staff and visitors.
- Conducted regular patrols to detect suspicious activity and maintain order.
- Enforced company policies and procedures to uphold a secure environment.
- Executive Protection of many high level members of the community
- Assisted in maintaining order during large events or gatherings.
- Maintained calm composure during emergencies while communicating with local law enforcement and emergency response services.
Armed Security Officer
NYDG
Staten Island, New York
05.2024 - Current
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security for staff and visitors.
- Conducted regular patrols to detect suspicious activity and maintain order.
- Enforced company policies and procedures to uphold a secure environment.
- Participated in training exercises related to emergency response protocols.
- Provided escorts for authorized personnel entering restricted areas within the facility.
Armed Security Officer
Arrow Security Corp.
Smithtown, New York
04.2024 - Current
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security for staff and visitors.
- Conducted regular patrols to detect suspicious activity and maintain order.
- Enforced company policies and procedures to uphold a secure environment.
- Assisted in training new security personnel on procedures and protocols.
- Conducted security checks on personnel entering and exiting the premises.
Police Officer
Port Authority of New York and New Jersey
Jersey City, New Jersey
12.2002 - 01.2023
- Enforced laws and regulations at transportation facilities and public spaces.
- Conducted thorough investigations of incidents and criminal activities.
- Collaborated with diverse agencies to enhance safety measures and protocols.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, ensuring public safety and order.
- Patrolled assigned areas to deter crime and provide community support.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents, arrests, and offenses encountered.
- Trained new officers on department policies and emergency response procedures.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
- Protected citizens by preventing crime, enforcing laws and apprehending suspects.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
- Gathered evidence, interviewed victims and interrogated suspects to conduct thorough criminal investigations.
- Diffused active disturbances with de-escalation techniques, compassion and combat skills.
- Attended training sessions to maintain proficiency in law enforcement techniques.
- Assisted with the enforcement of all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
- Arrested suspects following established procedures while exercising caution and good judgment.
- Performed CPR and other rescue techniques on individuals in medical emergencies.
Police Officer
New York City Police Department
New York, New York
08.1998 - 09.2002
- Enforced laws and regulations at transportation facilities and public spaces.
- Conducted thorough investigations of incidents and criminal activities.
- Collaborated with diverse agencies to enhance safety measures and protocols.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, ensuring public safety and order.
- Patrolled assigned areas to deter crime and provide community support.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents, arrests, and offenses encountered.
- Trained new officers on department policies and emergency response procedures.
- Engaged with the community to build trust and promote safety initiatives.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
- Protected citizens by preventing crime, enforcing laws and apprehending suspects.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
- Gathered evidence, interviewed victims and interrogated suspects to conduct thorough criminal investigations.
- Provided security at public events such as parades, concerts, or sporting events.
- Attended training sessions to maintain proficiency in law enforcement techniques.
- Diffused active disturbances with de-escalation techniques, compassion and combat skills.
- Worked street narcotics enforcement unit
- Worked midnight crime unit
- Conducted traffic stops in accordance with departmental protocol.
- Assisted with the enforcement of all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
- Arrested suspects following established procedures while exercising caution and good judgment.
- Developed positive relationships with members of the community through outreach programs.
- Advised citizens on safety precautions and preventive measures against crime.
- Provided testimony in court when necessary concerning investigations conducted.
- Monitored radio transmissions from dispatch regarding reported crimes or emergencies.
- Performed CPR and other rescue techniques on individuals in medical emergencies.
- Interviewed witnesses and victims to determine critical details relevant to each case.
- Pursued fleeing suspects on foot and in varying terrain.
- Served criminal warrants and subpoenas to suspects in public and private locations.
- Subdued resisting subjects with defensive tactics and approved nonlethal weapons.
- Performed searches for missing persons using a variety of investigative methods.
- Operated mobile data terminals from patrol vehicles to obtain criminal records on-scene.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - US History Minor Political Science
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY 09.1994 - 12.1997
Bethpage Hiigh School
Bethpage, NYSkills
- Executive protection
- Emergency response protocols
- Surveillance techniques
- Conflict resolution
Certification
- ARFF trained officer
- Hazmat trained
- AED/CPR
- Auto crime school
- Plainclothes trained
- Active shooter qualified
- Shotgun trained
- Dept homeland security certificate
- Firefighter 1 trained
Affiliations
- Im a personal trainor and heavy into fitness and nutrition
Timeline
Armed Security Officer
Mashidi Jewish Center
09.2024 - Current
Armed Security Officer
NYDG
05.2024 - Current
Armed Security Officer
Arrow Security Corp.
04.2024 - Current
Police Officer
Port Authority of New York and New Jersey
12.2002 - 01.2023
Police Officer
New York City Police Department
08.1998 - 09.2002
Bachelor of Arts - US History Minor Political Science
Stony Brook University
09.1994 - 12.1997
Bethpage Hiigh School