ANTHONY ARIAS
Waltham,MA
Summary
Resilient professional with background in specialized military operations. Known for high productivity levels and efficient task completion under pressure. Skilled in strategic planning, risk assessment, and leadership. Excel in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, bringing forth the ability to thrive in dynamic environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Production Supervisor
Beowulf Security Consultants
12.2021 - 11.2025
- Incident Mitigation.
- Contingency Planning.
- Crowd Control Management.
- Confirmed identity of individuals seeking entry into restricted areas.
- Conducted private security for main cast officials and escorting details throughout site production.
- Communicated effectively with colleagues and supervisors using radios or cell phones when necessary.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Kept team compliant with security protocols and appearance standards.
- Monitored property and investigated areas of suspicion.
- Oversaw quality control implementations and reporting with law enforcement, medical, and fire teams to ensure safety and performance.
- Prepared detailed reports of all security-related incidents for leadership review.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Reported any suspicious activity or person to the appropriate authorities.
- Supervised staff during film days and maintained efficient performance.
- Trained new security staff members and new supervisors.
Military Police Officer Team Leader
United States Air Force
12.2016 - 07.2022
- Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
- Conducted routine security patrols to ensure the safety of personnel and property.
- Enforced military laws and regulations, including the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ).
- Enforced base regulations, including traffic rules, to maintain order and discipline.
- Led and trained junior military police officers in law enforcement tactics and procedures.
- Monitored access control points to ensure authorized personnel only enter secure areas.
- Monitored access control systems, such as key cards, biometric readers, and CCTV cameras, ensure that only authorized individuals have access to restricted areas.
- Operated security equipment, including surveillance cameras, metal detectors, and vehicle inspection systems.
- Prepared incident reports detailing events leading up to an incident or violation.
- Provided leadership, guidance, and direction to all team members.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations in order to protect personnel and property.
Visitor Center Technician
United States Air Force
03.2019 - 03.2020
- Performed administrative duties such as filing documents or entering data into databases.
- Answered questions, pointed out overlooked features and offered further details about special exhibits to educate visitors.
- Described tour points of interest to group members, responding to general inquiries and questions.
- Monitored visitors' activities to confirm compliance with establishment or installation regulations and safety practices.
- Greeted and assisted visitors with base inquiries and answering additional questions, both in person and over the phone.
- Greeted and registered visitors, issuing required identification badges or safety devices.
- Performed basic troubleshooting on access control systems if needed.
- Reviewed IDs and building credentials for workers and visitors.
- Analyzed system risk to identify and implement appropriate security countermeasures.
- Analyzed security procedure violations and developed plans to prevent recurrence.
- Protected secure data files and regulated access.
Alarm Monitor
United States Air Force
11.2017 - 11.2018
- Monitored alarm systems and dispatched patrol units in a timely manner.
- Received emergency calls, assessed situations, and notified appropriate personnel or authorities.
- Conducted regular tests of alarm systems to ensure proper functioning.
- Maintained security surveillance equipment and monitored activities via CCTV cameras.
- Investigated false alarms and reported findings to the relevant department.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding system malfunctions and other issues.
- Evaluated current security procedures for effectiveness and recommended improvements where necessary.
- Resolved technical problems related to alarm systems in a timely manner.
- Analyzed trends in false alarms and provided recommendations for improvement.
- Participated in emergency drills regularly to ensure preparedness in case of an actual emergency situation.
- Coordinated with other departments regarding changes or upgrades needed for existing alarm systems.
- Reported any potential threats or hazards identified while monitoring alarms immediately.
- Participated in emergency management and contingency exercises.
Education
Certificate - Basic Firearms Safety Course
New England Firearms Academy
Massachusetts12-2022
Continuing Education - Associates of Business Administration
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Lowell, MA01.2022
Continuing Education - Associates of Information Technology
University of Massachusetts Boston
Boston, MA01.2022
Certificate - The Global War On Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
United States Air Force
Ali Al Salem Air Base, Kuwait02-2021
Certificate - 25km Dancon March Medal
United States Air Force
Ali Al Salem Air Base, Kuwait12-2020
Certificate - Desert Defender Ground Combat Readiness Training
United States Air Force
Hanscom Air Force Base, MA03-2020
Certificate - Self-Aid Buddy Care (Combat First Aid Course)
United States Air Force
Hanscom Air Force Base, MA01-2020
Certificate - Security Forces Apprentice Course (Tech. School)
United States Air Force
Lackland Air Force Base, TX06-2017
Certificate - Basic Military Training (Boot Camp)
United States Air Force
Lackland Air Force Base, TX02-2017
Associates - Criminal Justice
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, ALHigh School Diploma -
Mainland High School
Daytona Beach, FL05-2016
Skills
- Logistics
- Active listening
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Communication
- Leadership skills
- Attention to detail
- Workflow optimization
- Equipment monitoring
- Training and mentoring
- Operations management
- Health and safety compliance
- Collaboration and relationship building
Accomplishments
- 6 years of military service in the world's greatest Air Force! 2016 - 2022.
- Former Security Forces Member, also known as a Military Police Officer.
- Deployed to Ali Al Salem Air Base, Kuwait in July 2020 - February 2021.
- While serving in Kuwait I was a heavy gunner operating an M240B weapon system. It is almost always referred to as the "M240 Bravo" or just "240" verbally.
- Able to skillfully operate weapon systems such as the M9, M18, M240B, and the M249.
- Granted a security clearance by the federal government.
- CPR certified through Red Cross for infants and adults.
- Certified in conducting finger printing and National Crime Information Center (NCIC) background checks.
- Certified in operating the Vehicle Access Control Inspection System (VACIS M6500), the state-of-the-art, dual-mode, x-ray machine used to search incoming commercial vehicles onto the installation.
Timeline
Security Production Supervisor
Beowulf Security Consultants
12.2021 - 11.2025
Visitor Center Technician
United States Air Force
03.2019 - 03.2020
Alarm Monitor
United States Air Force
11.2017 - 11.2018
Military Police Officer Team Leader
United States Air Force
12.2016 - 07.2022
Continuing Education - Associates of Business Administration
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Continuing Education - Associates of Information Technology
University of Massachusetts Boston
Certificate - The Global War On Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
United States Air Force
Certificate - 25km Dancon March Medal
United States Air Force
Certificate - Desert Defender Ground Combat Readiness Training
United States Air Force
Certificate - Self-Aid Buddy Care (Combat First Aid Course)
United States Air Force
Certificate - Security Forces Apprentice Course (Tech. School)
United States Air Force
Certificate - Basic Military Training (Boot Camp)
United States Air Force
Associates - Criminal Justice
Community College of The Air Force
High School Diploma -
Mainland High School
Certificate - Basic Firearms Safety Course
New England Firearms Academy