Michelle Oakes
Security Guard
Rancho Cordova,CA
Summary
Dedicated security professional with extensive experience at Brinks Armored Security, skilled in risk assessment and CCTV Monitoring. Quick decision-making in emergencies and maintaining a welcoming atmosphere while ensuring strict access control. First aid and CPR certified.
Security-focused and diligent Guard skilled at protecting personnel and premises. Responds and acts appropriately to situational assessments, including criminal acts and fire and medical emergencies remaining alert, attentive and vigilant at all times. Anticipates trouble and takes steps to intervene and diffuse using keen eye for detail.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Turret Guard
Brinks Armored Security
12.2023 - Current
- Monitored and authorized entrance and exit of trucks and visitors to maintain security.
- Assisted visitors with directions upon entering the building to ensure smooth navigation.
- Operated handheld metal detectors and surveillance devices to screen individuals at entry points.
- Patrolled internal spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter potential threats.
- Monitored CCTV systems and alarm systems for security breaches, reporting suspicious activities immediately.
- Managed access control systems to secure sensitive areas against unauthorized access.
- Provided support to first responders during emergencies by following established protocols calmly.
- Maintained vigilance in monitoring CCTV footage to enhance overall safety.
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security
11.2023 - 01.2024
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Patrolled and monitored premises by foot.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Improved overall security by conducting regular patrols and monitoring surveillance systems.
- Managed access control systems efficiently, ensuring accurate records of employee badges for restricted areas were maintained at all times.
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
- Issued access cards to authorized personnel to monitor access points.
Security Officer
Seuritas
05.2021 - 10.2021
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, and by foot.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Improved overall security by conducting regular patrols and monitoring surveillance systems.
- Responded effectively to emergencies or disturbances, prioritizing the safety of personnel while minimizing property damage or loss.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Investigated suspicious activities and persons to maintain security of premises.
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security
06.2020 - 10.2020
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, and by foot.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, and visitors.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Decreased instances of theft, vandalism, and trespassing through diligent observation and reporting suspicious activities.
- Responded effectively to emergencies or disturbances, prioritizing the safety of personnel while minimizing property damage or loss.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
- Conducted thorough investigations into security incidents, documenting findings, and recommending appropriate actions.
- Reduced incident response times by implementing efficient emergency procedures and collaborating with local law enforcement agencies.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
- Investigated suspicious activities and persons to maintain security of premises.
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dublin High School
Dublin, CAValley Guard Online Training
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Dispatch
- Radio communication
- Customer service
- Patrolling
- Team player
- Legible report writing
- CCTV monitoring
- Risk assessment
- Employee and visitor screening
- Security guard certification
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
Certification
- Licensed [Bureau of Security and Investigative Services]
- License Number[6486960]
- March 12, 2020 -March 31,2026
- CPR /AED/First-Aid
Timeline
Turret Guard
Brinks Armored Security
12.2023 - Current
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security
11.2023 - 01.2024
Security Officer
Seuritas
05.2021 - 10.2021
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security
06.2020 - 10.2020
High School Diploma -
Dublin High School
Valley Guard Online Training
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