Michael Houghtaling
Saint Helens
Summary
Diligent Armed Security Officer with solid background in maintaining security protocols and ensuring safety in various environments. Successfully managed access control and incident response, providing secure atmosphere. Demonstrated ability to handle high-pressure situations and effectively communicate with team members.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Part Time Shift Manager/Security Officer
HP
Palo Alto, CA
- Patrol campus in vehicle and on foot, respond to alarms, medicals and calls for service, Assist with special events, Escort visitors to Executive Area, Issue access badges to new and current employees and contractors and suspend access for all terminated employees and contractors (Lenel), Provide break relief for lobby receptionists and coverage when needed and other duties as requires by site management.
Armed Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
Portland, OR
02.2024 - Current
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Underwent and maintained firearms certification in compliance with state laws and organizational standards.
- Assisted in training new security personnel on protocols and emergency procedures
- Responded to incidents promptly, providing support to law enforcement as needed
- Strengthened security presence during high-traffic events, coordinating with event organizers for optimal deployment.
Site Supervisor
Allied Universal Security
Beaverton, OR
05.2021 - Current
- Supervise 416 hours per week including Patrol, Control Center, and Lobby staffing. Administer the Tektronix cardkey system to include creation, activation, terminations, and access of cardkeys. Administer the visitor management system (Traction Guest), Update WinTeam for employee scheduling. Armed services as required by request of the Tektronix client.
- Tektronix
Site Manager
Securitas Security Services
Redwood City, CA
12.2019 - 04.2021
- Manage 904 hours a week of Physical Security, Lobby Ambassador and Badging employees as well as 1 Lobby Ambassador at another EA site. Direct manager for 3 Shift Supervisors and 3 Lead Officers. Manage site TrackTik/Vision and develop patrol routes and conduct monthly audits. Scheduling and timesheet collection for processing by branch office. Assist client Security Manager with developing SOPs for site and other client requests as required.
- Electronic Arts
Shift Supervisor/Site Supervisor
Securitas Security Services
Redwood City, CA
10.2016 - 12.2019
- Patrol campus on foot, respond to alarms, medicals and calls for service, Assist with special events 10/13/2014 – 10/2/2016 Securitas Security Services. Supervise all Physical Security and Lobby Ambassador staff on shift, write incident reports as needed. Monitor CCTV (ExacqVision) Access control and GSOC support(C-cure) as needed. Provide break relief for lobby receptionists and coverage when needed and other duties as requires by site management. Corrective actions as needed. Scheduling and call off coverage.
- Electronic Arts
Site Manager
Securitas Security Services
Sunnyvale, CA
05.2014 - 10.2014
- Provide direct supervision and management of onsite security staff, Preform weekly and monthly security audits, Investigate accident and thefts from campus, Issue access badges to new and current employees and contractors and suspend access for all terminated employees and contractors (Lenel) and other duties assigned by Regional Operations Manager.
- HP
Executive Security Supervisor
Securitas Security Services
Redwood City, CA
07.2013 - 05.2014
- Supervise team of 6 Executive Protection Support Officers at Oracles HQ to include submitting payroll, disciplinary actions and training, Executive Protection Support Operations in the Executive Building and on the Executive Floor, Executive Protection Support Operations at High Profile events in Redwood City and San Francisco, Executive and VIP escorts, Work anchor posts in Executive Building and Executive Floor providing access control and monitoring of Executive Areas and other duties as assigned by Oracle GPS/EP or Project Manager.
- Oracle
Executive Security Officer
US Security Associates
Redwood City, CA
10.2012 - 07.2013
- Executive Protection Support Operations in the Executive Building and on the Executive Floor, Executive Protection Support Operations at High Profile events in Redwood City and San Francisco, Executive Protection Support Operations at a Confidential location in San Francisco, Executive and VIP escorts, Work anchor posts in Executive Building and Executive Floor providing access control and monitoring of Executive Areas and other duties as assigned by Oracle GPS/EP or Project Manager.
- Oracle
Bike Patrol Officer
Andrews International/USSA
Redwood City, CA
08.2012 - 10.2012
- Bike patrol of Oracle HQ campus, Respond to alarms and emergencies as directed by GSOC, Cross trained for Executive Protection Support positions in Executive building, Assist in the issue of access badges to new and current employees and contractors and suspend access for all terminated employees and contractors (SAFE, Lenel, C-Cure and GEPP4) as needed and other duties as assigned by Project Manager and Oracle GPS Manager.
- Oracle USA
Badge Administrator (Badging Officer)
Andrews International
Santa Clara, CA
08.2012 - 06.2012
- Issue access badges to new and current employees and contractors and suspend access for all terminated employees and contractors, Run reports in Lenel, GEPP4 and C-Cure access control systems monthly, weekly and as requested by Oracle GPS Management or Oracle employees, Program badges in SAFE, Lenel, C-Cure and GEPP4 access systems. To include adding or removing access as required and other duties as assigned by Project Manager and Oracle GPS Manager
- Oracle USA
Roving Specialist (Security Officer)
Andrews International
Santa Clara, CA
03.2011 - 08.2011
- Vehicle patrol of North Bay Oracle sites, Access control into buildings, Respond to alarms as directed by GSOC and other duties as assigned by Project Manager
- Oracle USA
Lobby Specialist (Security Officer)
Allied Barton Security Services
Menlo Park, CA
04.2010 - 03.2011
- Issue Visitor badges and log visitors into the VMS system, Access control into buildings, Answering multiline phones and direct calls as needed.
- SUN/Oracle USA
Education
High School Diploma -
Harbor High School
Santa Cruz, CASkills
- Executive protection
- Conflict de-escalation
- Firearms proficiency
- Armed security guard certification
- Reliable and responsible
- Team player
Accomplishments
Security Officer Armed/Unarmed License
Concealed Handgun License
Graduated USAF Police Academy
Army National Guard Reservist
Timeline
Armed Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
02.2024 - Current
Site Supervisor
Allied Universal Security
05.2021 - Current
Site Manager
Securitas Security Services
12.2019 - 04.2021
Shift Supervisor/Site Supervisor
Securitas Security Services
10.2016 - 12.2019
Site Manager
Securitas Security Services
05.2014 - 10.2014
Executive Security Supervisor
Securitas Security Services
07.2013 - 05.2014
Executive Security Officer
US Security Associates
10.2012 - 07.2013
Bike Patrol Officer
Andrews International/USSA
08.2012 - 10.2012
Badge Administrator (Badging Officer)
Andrews International
08.2012 - 06.2012
Roving Specialist (Security Officer)
Andrews International
03.2011 - 08.2011
Lobby Specialist (Security Officer)
Allied Barton Security Services
04.2010 - 03.2011
Part Time Shift Manager/Security Officer
HP
High School Diploma -
Harbor High School