Peter Desousa
Azusa,CA
Summary
Seasoned Security Officer equipped with excellent communication skills consistently maintains detailed logs of important events. Skilled in problem-solving and conflict resolution with knowledge of law enforcement investigations. Trustworthy and committed to honest interactions with supervisors, employees and customers.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
Downey, CA
07.2021 - Current
- Ensured security staff is properly trained and certified in accordance with company policies and local regulations.
- Monitored security operations to ensure compliance with established procedures and standards.
- Investigated incidents, wrote detailed reports, and made recommendations for improvements in the security program.
- Developed strategies for mitigating risks associated with physical security elements such as locks, cameras, alarms.
- Reviewed CCTV footage on a regular basis to detect any suspicious activity or violations of company policy.
- Assessed current Security processes and procedures periodically making adjustments as needed in order maximize efficiency.
- Provided security team leadership and contributed to on-call duties.
- Conducted site reviews and security audits and made recommendations to management based on findings.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials, equipment, and services related to security operations.
Security Officer
City of Hope National Medical Center
Duarte, CA
05.2024 - Current
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Investigated all reported incidents of theft or vandalism on premises.
- Enforced access control measures in accordance with established procedures.
- Maintained accurate logs of all security related activities.
- Investigated any suspicious persons or vehicles on premises and contacted appropriate authorities if necessary.
- Inspected parking lot to verify parking permits and ticketed or towed unauthorized vehicles.
- Sounded alarms and called police or fire department in cases of fire or presence of unauthorized persons.
Security Officer
Prosegur
Downey, CA
10.2023 - 07.2024
- Checked for safety hazards and took corrective action when necessary.
- Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity.
- Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies, and regulations.
- Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
- Documented security-related situations and submitted in-depth reports to superiors.
- Monitored building and property entrances and exits to detect intrusions and protect assets.
- Completed required shift logs and reports, highlighting routine activities, suspicious circumstances and critical incidents.
Education
High School Diploma -
Southeast Academy Military And Law Enforcement
Norwalk, CA07-2021
Skills
- Document Management
- Electronic surveillance
- Emergency Response
- Investigation documentation
- Emergency Management
- Criminal Investigations
- Alarm monitoring
- CCTV Surveillance
- Threat Assessment
Certification
- IAHSS Certified
- PC 832 Arrest Certified
- Advanced Vistelar Certified
- American Heart Association BLS Certified
- Chemical Agents Certified
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Security Officer
City of Hope National Medical Center
05.2024 - Current
Security Officer
Prosegur
10.2023 - 07.2024
Lead Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
07.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Southeast Academy Military And Law Enforcement