Marco Lala
Yorktown Heights,NY
Summary
Detail-oriented Homeland Security and Criminal Justice professional with advanced graduate-level training and a robust foundation in analytical research, reporting, and operational support. Proven expertise in applying structured analysis, data organization, and multi-source information review to enhance decision-making in academic and operational settings. Well-versed in intelligence analysis methodologies, risk assessment frameworks, and regulatory compliance concepts relevant to government and financial sectors. Committed to leveraging analytical skills to drive effective solutions and support strategic objectives.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Officer
The Governors Ball
New York
06.2026 - 06.2026
- Monitored large public event environment to identify and escalate potential safety or policy violations
- Enforced access control procedures and ensured compliance with event security protocols
- Maintained situational awareness in high-volume environment requiring rapid assessment and decision-making
- Communicated with security personnel and supervisors to coordinate incident response and crowd management
- Supported safe and orderly operations during high-traffic entry and exit periods
Food Runner
Char Steakhouse and Bar
Putnam County, NY
04.2020 - 08.2024
- Supported high-volume restaurant operations by ensuring efficient workflow between kitchen and front-of-house staff
- Coordinated timely delivery of food orders while maintaining accuracy and service standards during peak business hours
- Provided consistent customer-facing service contributing to positive guest experience and repeat clientele
- Communicated effectively with servers, kitchen staff, and management to maintain operational efficiency in a fast-paced environment
- Assisted with inventory organization, station setup, and general operational readiness
- Demonstrated reliability and adaptability while working extended shifts in a high-demand service environment
Education
Masters - Homeland Security & Criminal Justice Leadership
St. John’s University
Queens, New York05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Homeland Security
St. John’s University
Queens, New York05.2025
Skills
- Analytical & Intelligence Skills
- Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT)
- Intelligence Analysis & Multi-Source Verification
- Threat & Risk Assessment
- Research & Analytical Report Writing
- Financial Crime & AML Knowledge (Foundational)
- Compliance & Regulatory Framework Awareness
- Technical Skills
- Microsoft Excel (Data Organization, Reporting, Spreadsheets)
- Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Access
- Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides)
- Basic Python (Data Analysis Exposure)
- Basic SQL (Query Fundamentals)
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Clear communication
Certification
- FEMA IS-907, Active Shooter: What You Can Do, 2023-12-21
- FEMA IS-405, Mass Care/Emergency Assistance Overview, 2024-03-03
- FEMA IS-100.c, Introduction to Incident Command System, 2025-03-16
- FEMA IS-42.a : Social Media in Emergency Management, 2025-04-25
- FEMA IS-700.b : An Introduction to the National Incident Management System, 2025-04-25
Languages
English (Native)
Albanian (Intermediate)
Spanish (Beginner)
Interests
- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
- Music
- Martial Arts
RELEVANT COURSES
- Intro to Homeland Security
- Legal Issues in Organizational Security
- Intro to Organizational Security
- Introduction to Intelligence
- Security Investigations
- Business Law
- Critical Infrastructures
- Software Application
- Principles of Management
- Intro to College Math
- Intro to Cybercrime
- Leadership in Public Administration
- Emergency Management
- Global Threats to Security
- Policy Formation & Analysis
- Government and Politics
- Research Methods
Timeline
Security Officer
The Governors Ball
06.2026 - 06.2026
Food Runner
Char Steakhouse and Bar
04.2020 - 08.2024
Masters - Homeland Security & Criminal Justice Leadership
St. John’s University
Bachelor of Science - Homeland Security
St. John’s University