Michael A. Valdez
Santa Clara,CA
Summary
Dynamic security professional with extensive experience at LinkedIn, excelling in risk analysis and policy enforcement. Proven track record in enhancing team performance through effective training and mentorship. Detail-oriented and customer-focused, adept at developing incident response strategies that significantly improve emergency preparedness. Passionate about continuous learning and operational excellence.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Officer/ Supervisor
LinkedIn
10.2024 - Current
- Supervised daily security operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and company policies.
- Trained and mentored new security personnel, enhancing team performance and operational efficiency.
- Developed incident response strategies, improving emergency preparedness and response times.
- Conducted regular safety audits, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending improvements for risk mitigation.
- Provided outstanding hospitality to the company, it's employees, and contractors.
- Train monthly to ensure safety, policy, and laws are being practiced and adhered to.
Security Officer
Securitas Security Services USA
04.2022 - 10.2024
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security protocols were followed consistently.
- Respond to all emails and prepare name tags/ badges for all parties arriving on-site.
- Greet all visitors and employees entering and leaving the building.
- Monitor CCTV at front desk to ensure safety and steady flow of daily operations.
IT Asset Management
Astreya
03.2019 - 04.2022
- Contributed to long-term asset management strategy by proactively identifying opportunities to replace aging infrastructure or upgrade existing assets.
- Oversaw risk management efforts to protect company assets from potential threats while maintaining compliance with relevant regulatory requirements.
- Track all IT assets (laptops, servers, mobile devices, licenses, cloud resources) from purchase to disposal using inventories and asset management systems.
- Oversee asset lifecycle processes: procurement, deployment, moves/changes, repairs, and returns when employees leave.
- Manage secure disposal or reuse of equipment, including data wiping or destruction certificates and environmental/compliance documentation.
- Train or remind employees about proper handling of devices and data, including what to do if equipment is lost, stolen, or damaged.
Laborer
Tradesmen International Staffing
12.2017 - 07.2019
- Operated heavy machinery to assist in construction projects safely and efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks on time and within project specifications.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Assisted in training new laborers on best practices and safety protocols.
- Clean and prepare the site by removing debris, obstacles, and potential hazards, and setting up basic safety measures.
- Dig trenches and holes, backfill, and compact soil for foundations, utilities, or landscaping.
- Load, unload, carry, and organize building materials, tools, and equipment around the site as directed by supervisors or tradespeople.
Cook
Buffalo Wild Wings
10.2014 - 12.2017
- Prepared and cooked menu items following established recipes and quality standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service during peak hours.
- Monitored inventory levels, assisting in ordering supplies as needed.
- Prepares ingredients by washing, cutting, and portioning meat, vegetables, and other items for the menu.
- Takes tickets as they come in, times different components so plates are ready together, and makes sure food goes out hot and correctly prepared
- Cooking to safe temperatures, avoiding cross‑contamination, and checking ingredients for freshness..
Education
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Morgan Hill, CA06.2012
Skills
- Security management
- Access control
- Risk analysis
- Policy enforcement
- Customer service
- Detail-oriented
- Computer literacy
- Passion for learning
- Team player
- Time management
Certification
I have a guard card, CPR certificate, and CCW.
Timeline
Security Officer/ Supervisor
LinkedIn
10.2024 - Current
Security Officer
Securitas Security Services USA
04.2022 - 10.2024
IT Asset Management
Astreya
03.2019 - 04.2022
Laborer
Tradesmen International Staffing
12.2017 - 07.2019
Cook
Buffalo Wild Wings
10.2014 - 12.2017
High School Diploma -
Central High School