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Patrick McNichols

Patrick McNichols

Summary

Dedicated security professional with extensive experience in executive protection and federal security operations. Skilled in risk assessment, emergency response, and collaboration with diverse stakeholders. Committed to maintaining high security standards and ensuring safety for high-profile clients.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Personal Protection Specialist

Executive Security Concepts
Virginia Beach, Virginia
09.2021 - Current

•Provided executive protection and security support for corporate executives, public figures, and high-profile clients in both public and private environments.

•Conducted advance site assessments and coordinated secure transportation routes, venue security, and access control procedures.

•Maintained situational awareness during executive movements, public appearances, and high-traffic events.

•Contributed to risk mitigation planning and threat assessment operations for sensitive assignments, enhancing overall security posture.

•Supported workplace security operations during sensitive personnel actions and high-risk terminations.

•Collaborated with clients, vendors, event personnel, and local agencies to ensure operational continuity and uphold security integrity.

•Performed armed and unarmed operations per client specifications, ensuring adherence to protocols and safety standards.

Federal Security Officer

Paragon Security Systems
Virginia Beach, VA
08.2015 - 12.2019

•Provided security operations support within federal facilities requiring strict compliance with agency protocols and federal security standards.

•Executed access control, credential verification, screening procedures, and visitor management operations to ensure security compliance.

•Maintained confidentiality while operating in sensitive government environments with access to restricted information and secure areas.

•Managed responses to security incidents and emergencies, ensuring adherence to protocols and maintaining professionalism.

•Completed specialized federal security training, including firearms qualification and agency-specific operational requirements.

•Coordinated with federal personnel and contractors to enhance security operations in Department of Homeland Security environments.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA
09.2009 - 12.2013

Skills

  • Executive protection
  • Security operations
  • Client relations
  • Unarmed combat training
  • Self-defense training
  • Advanced firearms training
  • Maritime security
  • Route planning
  • Crisis management
  • Cultural awareness
  • Conflict resolution
  • Attention to detail
  • Asset protection strategies
  • VIP etiquette
  • Crowd control
  • CCTV monitoring

Certification

  • D&G
  • CDL Class A

Timeline

Personal Protection Specialist

Executive Security Concepts
09.2021 - Current

Federal Security Officer

Paragon Security Systems
08.2015 - 12.2019

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Old Dominion University
09.2009 - 12.2013
Patrick McNichols