Humberto Barrera
Houston
Summary
I dedicated nearly twenty years to serving as a police officer, driven by a deep passion for keeping my community and others safe. That experience strengthened my belief that the fundamentals of sales remain constant, applying today just as they did fifty years ago. Success is built on a firm handshake and an unwavering commitment to doing what you say.
As a CEO, I bring a practical, mission-focused approach to leadership. I rely on clear communication, sound judgment, and a strong work ethic to guide teams, support organizational goals, and build trust with partners and clients. My background has equipped me with the ability to assess situations objectively, make well-informed decisions, and maintain a steady focus on long-term success.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Founder/CEO
Global Security and Investigative Services LLC.
07.2021 - Current
- Directed organizational strategy to enhance operational efficiency and market positioning.
- Founded and developed comprehensive security strategies for diverse client needs.
- Fostered a culture of innovation, driving product development initiatives aligned with market trends.
- Led cross-functional teams to implement strategic plans that improved overall business performance.
- Spearheaded corporate governance efforts, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards.
- Cultivated partnerships with stakeholders, enhancing collaboration and resource sharing across the organization.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
- Established new revenue streams by identifying market opportunities and launching innovative products or services.
- Fostered strong relationships with industry partners to expand business opportunities.
- Secured financing for critical projects through negotiation of favorable loan terms with financial institutions or investors.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by developing robust policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Improved organizational structure by reallocating resources and redefining roles for greater efficiency.
Project Manager
Endurance Builders Company
03.2020 - 07.2021
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
- Implemented project management methodologies to enhance workflow efficiencies.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive project documentation for stakeholder communication.
- Facilitated regular status meetings to address challenges and align team objectives.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential project obstacles and develop mitigation plans.
- Oversaw resource allocation to optimize team productivity and project outcomes.
- Collaborated with clients to define project scope, goals, and deliverables for successful execution.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.
Director of Emergency Management/ County Fire Marshall
Cameron County Emergency Management /Fire Marshall Office
03.2012 - 03.2020
- Responsible for the deployment of the emergency management and arson teams to fires throughout a 400 square mile area and for the deployment of the arson team to regional or state emergencies
- Led emergency response planning and coordination efforts across multiple agencies.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training programs for disaster preparedness and recovery.
- Managed crisis communication strategies to ensure timely information dissemination during emergencies.
- Assessed community risks to enhance resilience and improve emergency management protocols.
- Collaborated with local government and stakeholders to establish effective emergency operation centers.
- Conducted regular drills and exercises to evaluate readiness and improve response capabilities.
- Enhanced community preparedness by developing and implementing comprehensive emergency management plans.
- Established strong relationships with external partners for improved collaboration during crisis situations.
- Organized successful large-scale drills simulating various disaster scenarios, gauging organizational preparedness.
- Developed contingency plans considering various factors such as population density, infrastructure vulnerabilities, and available resources.
- Conducted fire investigations and advised local businesses on fire code
- Trained over 400 county employees in Incident Command and emergency management
- Conducted Homeland Security meetings for state and local officials, board member of the Homeland Security Council
- Secured over $2 million dollars in funding for radio equipment
- Secured $1 million dollars in Homeland Security funds in order to increase Cameron County's emergency response to disaster
- Secured a $20,000 grant to create a PSA video informing the public on hurricane readiness
- Developed an aggressive disaster training and exercise program that resulted in over 5000 hours of specialized disaster training for over 400 employees
- Public presentations to Schools and private companies about emergency preparedness
- Enforced fire safety regulations and compliance standards across various facilities.
- Conducted thorough fire risk assessments to identify hazards and implement mitigation strategies.
- Developed and delivered comprehensive fire safety training programs for staff and emergency responders.
- Led investigations into fire incidents, documenting findings to improve future safety protocols.
- Collaborated with local emergency services to enhance community preparedness and response plans.
- Managed inspections of buildings to ensure adherence to fire codes and safety practices.
Narcotics Investigator
Cameron County District Attorney Office
07.2010 - 03.2012
- Duties included following vehicles and doing traffic stops to determine identification of people or property
- Conducted thorough investigations into narcotics-related offenses, gathering evidence and building cases for prosecution.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to coordinate operations targeting drug trafficking networks.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans for undercover operations to apprehend drug offenders effectively.
- Established relationships with community stakeholders to enhance information sharing and support anti-drug initiatives.
- Prepared comprehensive reports detailing findings, recommendations, and case summaries for court proceedings.
- Assisted prosecutors by providing detailed case documentation and expert testimony, leading to higher conviction rates in narcotics-related trials.
- Leveraged cutting-edge technology and equipment to monitor suspects, obtain crucial evidence, and improve overall narcotics investigations efficiency.
- Negotiated deals with informants to collect vital information on drug operations, contributing to significant arrests of key players in criminal organizations.
- Assessed evidence collected from crime scenes thoroughly to identify potential leads in ongoing narcotics investigations accurately.
- Interviewed witnesses and interrogated suspects to obtain additional information about criminal activities.
- Obtained critical information through effective interrogations, leading to the arrest of multiple suspects in narcotics cases.
- Recovered evidence for investigations
- Used databases to investigate people and property and whereabouts of key individuals, making arrests as needed
- Worked with federal agencies as needed to dismantle criminal organizations
- Labeled and stored evidence
- Provided security to the courtroom and the District Attorney's office as needed and made arrests
- Undercover narcotic investigations
- Worked undercover in public corruption cases with F.B.I and Homeland Security
Chief of Police
Rio Hondo Police Department
07.2009 - 07.2010
- Plan, coordinate, supervise and evaluate police department operations, criminal investigations and interrogations
- Directed strategic initiatives to enhance community policing and public safety measures.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to reduce crime rates and improve response times.
- Oversaw departmental budget allocation, ensuring resources met operational demands effectively.
- Fostered partnerships with local organizations to promote crime prevention and community engagement.
- Mentored and trained law enforcement personnel in advanced investigative techniques and leadership skills.
- Managed a multi-million-dollar budget, consistently delivering services within fiscal constraints while maximizing available resources for crime prevention efforts.
- Oversee a $2.3 million fire department budget and department
- Ensure enforcement of laws and ordinances, and preserve public safety and peace
- Carry out disciplinary actions for infractions of policy, rules, regulations, laws or ordinances with heavy sanctioning of officer duty or full dismissal, training of officers, as well as promotional and rank placement of officers.
- Plan and execute community events, including the Rio Hondo Veteran's appreciation dinner and ceremony
- Implementation and participation in the National Incidents Management System (NIMS) and Emergency Preparedness Operations involving multiple modalities and agencies utilizing the Incident Command structure
- Ensure efficient operations of the department by developing policies and procedures for the deployment of police and fire resources for fire safety and emergency response
- Establish positive relationships with elected and appointed city and community leaders, other law enforcement agencies, business representatives and the public by attending community events and council meetings to give briefings on department conditions or other undisclosed information vital to municipal operation and well-being
- Implemented a system that tracked all people that needed special assistance in the event of an emergency such as hurricane evacuation so that we could be ready with the proper oxygen supply and or transportation for everyone.
- Effectively managed crisis situations utilizing negotiation skills along with tactical command thus mitigating threats posed to public safety.
Deputy Constable, Narcotics Officer
Cameron County Constable Office, Precinct 4
05.2003 - 07.2009
- Enforced laws and regulations through proactive patrol and community engagement, ensuring community safety and compliance.
- Conducted thorough investigations to gather evidence and support case development.
- Collaborated with local agencies to enhance public safety initiatives and emergency response protocols.
- Provide community support through public speaking engagements on crime and drug prevention, gun control and K9 deployment
- Locate and serve court orders
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies on investigations and community outreach programs.
- Patrol precinct, with limited backup
- Train over 200 deputies on the use of doppler radar and cosine error detection
- Mentored junior officers in procedural adherence and conflict resolution techniques.
- First Cameron County K-9 certified instructor/handler
- Recognized by the Department of Public Safety for saving a life through advanced life support
- Developed training materials for new recruits, focusing on operational procedures and best practices.
- Received the “Top Gun” award for emergency driving
Unarmed Security Guard
Valley Baptist Hospital
01.2001 - 2001
- Conducted regular inspections of security equipment and maintained functionality.
- Assisted in training new personnel on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Improved overall safety by enforcing company policies and regulations among employees and visitors alike.
- Completed detailed incident reports to provide accurate documentation of security events for future reference.
- Provided exceptional customer service to clients, addressing their concerns and maintaining a professional demeanor at all times.
- Prevented escalations in conflicts through effective communication skills and conflict resolution techniques, maintaining a calm environment onsite.
- Developed strong relationships with fellow team members as well as other departments within the organization resulting in better coordination during emergencies.
- Maintained visitor logs for accurate record-keeping and improved site access control.
- Conducted safety checks, inventory checks and security assessments to apply protective measures.
Unarmed Security Guard
Wackenhut Corporation
01.1997 - 01.1999
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security compliance.
- Responded promptly to alarms and incidents, maintaining calm during emergencies.
- Patrolled assigned areas to deter unauthorized access and maintain order.
- Documented daily activities and incidents in detailed reports for management review.
- Collaborated with law enforcement personnel during investigations as needed.
- Implemented effective communication strategies to enhance team coordination during shifts.
- Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
- Assisted visitors and customers to provide directions, answer questions and meet requests.
- Verified each individual's right to enter restricted areas and denied access to unauthorized persons.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Marketing
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH01.2026
High School Diploma -
Rio Hondo High School
Rio Hondo, TX05-1996
Skills
- US National Incident Management System (NIMS)
- Tracers software specialist
- Covert technology specialist
- Counter surveillance
- Emergency Planning
- Skopenow software specialist
- GPS tracker covert operations
- Covert operations
- Facility security
- Crowd control
- Situational awareness
- Self-defense tactics
- Report writing
- Security equipment operation
- Vigilant surveillance
- Senior Interrogator
Certification
Level 2-3 Security License
State “C” Security License
U.S.C.G Captain License
State Private Investigator License
Hostage Negotiation (F.B.I Trained)
Top Gun Emergency Driver Certification
TCOLE Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Founder/CEO
Global Security and Investigative Services LLC.
07.2021 - Current
Project Manager
Endurance Builders Company
03.2020 - 07.2021
Director of Emergency Management/ County Fire Marshall
Cameron County Emergency Management /Fire Marshall Office
03.2012 - 03.2020
Narcotics Investigator
Cameron County District Attorney Office
07.2010 - 03.2012
Chief of Police
Rio Hondo Police Department
07.2009 - 07.2010
Deputy Constable, Narcotics Officer
Cameron County Constable Office, Precinct 4
05.2003 - 07.2009
Unarmed Security Guard
Valley Baptist Hospital
01.2001 - 2001
Unarmed Security Guard
Wackenhut Corporation
01.1997 - 01.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Marketing
Southern New Hampshire University
High School Diploma -
Rio Hondo High School