Payton Ransom
Austin,TX
Summary
Dynamic and Results-Driven Professional
Military veteran with over six years of experience as a Non-Commissioned Officer In-Charge (NCOIC). Proven expertise in communications, customer service, security, and staff leadership. Skilled in leading projects from inception to completion, ensuring operational continuity and efficiency.
Core Competencies:
- Leadership & Training: Expertise in training, motivating, and developing teams.
- Project Management: Strong background in project oversight and systems implementation.
- Security & Emergency Preparedness: Knowledgeable in security protocols, fire safety, and HAZMAT risk mitigation.
- Client Relations: Effective communicator focused on building relationships with clients and stakeholders.
Technical Skills:
- Proficient in MS Office
- Secret Clearance (valid since 09/2019)
Professional Attributes:Respectful, courteous, and poised with a quick learning ability and a commitment to excellence.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
EXECUTIVE PROTECTION, SECURITY STAFF LEADER
GAVIN DE BECKER & ASSOCIATES
09.2021 - Current
- The Executive Protection Specialist is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of high-profile clients, including executives, public figures, and other individuals at risk
- This role involves assessing potential threats, implementing protective measures, and coordinating security logistics for travel and events.
PROTECTIVE SECURITY OFFICER
TRIPLE CANOPY
08.2019 - 09.2021
- Protected personnel and property in a professional manner, met and dealt tactfully and politely with general public and visitors
- Effectively and efficiently screened and processed visitors, Identified, reported, delayed or detained persons who violated rules and regulations
- Conducted internal and external roving foot patrols
- Screened and controlled Traffic
- Attained the ability to maintain excellent detection rate on x ray machines
- Detected and responded to alarms and emergencies
- Secured entrances and exits during all emergencies
- Controlled keys and locked combinations
- Communicated and remained accessible via two way radio or company issued cellular phone
- Understood and excelled with all requirements defined within company documents to include: Post and General Orders, plans, policies, and procedures
- Observed and reported all offenses/incidents
- Completed all reports and paperwork as required
- Able to Provide first aid, CPR, and assist during emergencies as necessary
- Maintained the ability to wear protective body armor as part of the duty uniform
- Sustained mandated training requirements in accordance with company guidance
- Maintained physical fitness, agility requirements, and weapons qualifications
- Ensured safety requirements to compliance and kept safe work practices
- Supported safe programs and Participated in Quality and Process Improvement programs.
SECURITY TECHNICIAN
GOVERNMENT CONTRACT SERVICE
11.2018 - 08.2019
- Installed electrical panels, cabling and devices related to security, fire protection and video surveillance systems, leveraging in-depth knowledge of circuit diagrams and blueprints
- Balanced magnetic switches (BMS), door contracts, electric strikes, MAGLOCKS for IDS, entry motion sensors, room motion sensors, exit buttons, requestto-exit (RTE) devices, panel wiring and pathway management
- Pulled cables and set up pathways (conduits) in support of cable runs
- Installed system devices such as horns and alarm devices, smoke detectors, duct detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, pull stations, local controllers and fire alarm panels
- Followed all local and national electrical codes and OSHA safety standards
- Trained customers in usage of all systems and devices.
SEE DESCRIPTION ABOVE, AS IT WAS A LATERAL POSITION
EVERGREEN FIRE AND SECURITY
01.2018 - 11.2018
- SEE DESCRIPTION ABOVE, AS IT WAS A LATERAL POSITION
NON-COMMISSIONED OFFICER IN-CHARGE (NCOIC), ARMS ROOM
US ARMY
08.2011 - 01.2018
- Served as an Arms Room NCOIC in Bravo Company 2nd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment, at Joint Base LewisMcChord with the dual mission of Army doctrinal and Opposing Force training
- Organized Arms Room; tracked and maintained weaponry and other sensitive assets valued at over $6.5M
- Kept Arms Room mission-ready at all times
- Supported over 80 soldiers over two rotations, instructing them on skill level one tasks
- Took full responsibility for health, morale and welfare of one solder
- Integrated systems and new equipment into unit.
NON-COMMISSIONED OFFICER IN-CHARGE (NCOIC), CHEMICAL, BIOLOGICAL, RADIOACTIVE & NUCLEAR (CBRN) SHOP
US ARMY
08.2011 - 01.2018
- Operated and maintained CBRN detection and decontamination equipment
- Trained and advised civilian personnel on CBRN response operations
- Served on high-profile missions, including Biological Integrated Detection Teams, STRYKER NBC Reconnaissance Platoons, Technical Escort Battalions, Special Forces and Ranger Units.
75th RANGER REGIMENT FANTRY; MULTIPLE POSITIONS
US Army
08.2011 - 01.2018
- Operated weapons and equipment including rifles, machine guns, mortars, and hand grenades
- Located, constructed and camouflaged infantry positions and equipment
- Evaluated terrain and recorded topographical information, collecting tactical information
- Operating and maintained field communications equipment
- Participated in basic reconnaissance operations
- Assisted in breaching minefields and other obstacles.
PRELOAD MANAGER
UPS
08.2010 - 08.2011
- Directed daily trans-loading and package handling activities to support account objectives for productivity, accuracy, customer service, cost containment and safety
- Trained package handlers and supervise daily activities to ensure that all assigned duties completed accurately and safely
- Leveraged outstanding customer service skills and phone etiquette to interact with customers and answer inquiries
- Completed general office tasks including paperwork and computer filing using MS Office
- Enforced safety compliance rules and all applicable OSHA standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts, Focus in Communications -
EXCELSIOR COLLEGE
Albany, NY01.2017
Associates Degree in Education - undefined
TULSA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Tulsa, OK01.2010
Skills
- Staff Development
- Meeting facilitation
- Performance Coaching
- Employee Scheduling
- Weight Training
- Corporate Governance
- Succession Planning
- Stakeholder Management
- Operational Excellence
- Professionalism
- Problem-Solving
- Analytical Thinking
Additionaleducationcertifications
- Essential Protection Skills Academy
- Advanced Protection Skills Academy
- Professional Leadership Academy
- Quarterly Medical Qualifications
- Cyber Security Awareness Qualifications
- Completed and qualified with the Texas State Private Security Training levels 2, 3, 4
- National Weapons Detection Training Program (NWDTP) 16 Hour course, Re-certification every 60 days
- Completed and qualified with the Washington State Armed Guard Qualification Course
- Completed and Qualified with the Department of Homeland Security Federal gun range qualification course
- Baton & Oleo Resin Capsicum (OC Pepper Spray) certified
- Federal Protective Service (FPS) Smart Book Training
- Secret Security Clearance, 2019 (re-investigated)
- Washington state Guard Card, 2019
- First Aid, CPR & AED certified expires 2020
- HAZMAT Qualification Course, 2015
- One Station Unit Training (OSUT), Graduate, 2014
- Airborne School, Graduate, 2012
- Ranger Assessment and Selection Process, 2012
Timeline
EXECUTIVE PROTECTION, SECURITY STAFF LEADER
GAVIN DE BECKER & ASSOCIATES
09.2021 - Current
PROTECTIVE SECURITY OFFICER
TRIPLE CANOPY
08.2019 - 09.2021
SECURITY TECHNICIAN
GOVERNMENT CONTRACT SERVICE
11.2018 - 08.2019
SEE DESCRIPTION ABOVE, AS IT WAS A LATERAL POSITION
EVERGREEN FIRE AND SECURITY
01.2018 - 11.2018
NON-COMMISSIONED OFFICER IN-CHARGE (NCOIC), ARMS ROOM
US ARMY
08.2011 - 01.2018
NON-COMMISSIONED OFFICER IN-CHARGE (NCOIC), CHEMICAL, BIOLOGICAL, RADIOACTIVE & NUCLEAR (CBRN) SHOP
US ARMY
08.2011 - 01.2018
75th RANGER REGIMENT FANTRY; MULTIPLE POSITIONS
US Army
08.2011 - 01.2018
PRELOAD MANAGER
UPS
08.2010 - 08.2011
Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts, Focus in Communications -
EXCELSIOR COLLEGE
Associates Degree in Education - undefined
TULSA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
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