Nicholas Lamb
Winchendon,MA
Summary
As an Infantry Squad Leader with the United States Marine Corps, skilled in tactical leadership and team management. Achieved enhanced squad performance through rigorous training and effective communication. Proficient in intelligence gathering and risk assessment, fostering a cohesive team environment while ensuring mission success and personnel safety. Committed to excellence and professional growth.
While performing duties as a Marine security guard, it was required to work cohesively in small teams, control entry and exit points, coordinate security plans and mitigate risks for the embassy.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Infantry Squad Leader
United States Marine Corps
Camp Lejune NC
07.2024 - Current
- Managed logistical requirements for the squad, ensuring appropriate equipment allocation and maintenance schedules were followed.
- Maintained a high level of discipline and professionalism in the squad, leading by example at all times.
- Improved squad performance by implementing rigorous training and evaluation methods.
- Developed cohesion among team members through regular team-building exercises and open communication.
- Mentored junior soldiers on career progression opportunities within the Infantry field, providing guidance on promotion paths and required qualifications for advancement.
- Identified issues between soldiers and successfully resolved problems through active listening and interpersonal communication.
- Coordinated with higher command echelons for resource allocation, sharing valuable intel from ground-level observations to inform decision-making processes.
- Supervised and led squad of Number soldiers, setting high standard of efficiency, loyalty, and integrity.
- Ensured mission success with thorough planning, preparation, and execution of tactical operations.
- Produced reports on equipment status, incidences, personnel readiness and intelligence for superiors.
- Briefed leaders on readiness, equipment status, and enemy locations to enable sound decision making.
- Collaborated with other squad leaders to develop cohesive strategies for joint missions and training exercises.
- Conducted regular physical fitness tests to ensure optimal performance levels among squad members during strenuous activities or combat situations.
- Implemented risk mitigation measures during operations to minimize potential threats to personnel safety and mission objectives.
Marine Security Guard
United States Marine Corps
Overseas
10.2021 - 07.2024
- Performed escort duties during high-profile visits, guaranteeing the safety of VIP guests throughout their stay at the embassy compound.
- Supported diplomatic missions by providing secure transportation services for high-ranking officials and visiting dignitaries.
- Provided timely feedback to supervisors on matters related to security operations, ensuring that all relevant stakeholders were kept informed of significant developments or concerns.
- Performed security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle.
- Sounded alarms or called police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons.
- Upheld the highest standards of professionalism and integrity in carrying out assigned duties, serving as a positive representative of the Marine Corps and the United States government.
- Provided critical support during emergency situations, ensuring the safety of all personnel within the premises.
- Collaborated with other team members in devising effective strategies for addressing emerging threats or challenges in the field of embassy security.
- Investigated and prepared reports on accidents, incidents and suspicious activities to identify and address threats promptly.
- Conducted vulnerability assessments, identifying areas of improvement for physical security measures at the embassy compound.
- Participated in regular training exercises designed to enhance preparedness for a wide range of scenarios involving potential threats to embassy staff or facilities.
- Demonstrated commitment to personal professional growth by seeking out opportunities for additional training and skill development in the area of security management.
- Contributed to the development of comprehensive security plans for various events, reducing potential threats and vulnerabilities.
- Trained newly assigned Marine Security Guards on proper procedures and protocols to ensure consistency in performance standards.
- Decreased risks of unauthorized access by diligently monitoring entry points and verifying identification credentials.
- Developed strong relationships with local authorities, fostering cooperation in matters related to embassy security operations.
- Observed CCTV cameras to detect potential threats and respond accordingly.
- Performed these duties in Bamako Mali, Amman Jordan, Kuwait City Kuwait, Port Au Prince Haiti, Recife Brazil.
Education
No Degree - Psychology
American Public University
No Degree - Squad Leader Certification
Advanced Infantry Battalion
Camp Lejune NCSkills
- Tactical leadership
- Team management
- Patrolling techniques
- Physical fitness
- Small unit tactics
- Urban warfare
- Weapons proficiency
- Firearms maintenance
- Defensive tactics
- Land navigation
- Vehicle operations
- Intelligence gathering
- Camouflage techniques
- Offensive tactics
- Terrain analysis
- Ambush planning
- Explosives handling
- Teamwork and loyalty
- Team leadership
- Radio communications
- Squad leadership
- Briefing leadership
- Sound decision making
- Assessing risks
- Maintaining equipment
- Identifying hazards
- Safety protocols
- Troop development
- Report writing
Timeline
Infantry Squad Leader
United States Marine Corps
07.2024 - Current
Marine Security Guard
United States Marine Corps
10.2021 - 07.2024
No Degree - Psychology
American Public University
No Degree - Squad Leader Certification
Advanced Infantry Battalion