Ricardo Alphanso Reid
Boston,MA
Summary
To be viable part of dynamic and productive organization; imparting my skills and knowledge to uphold the organizational standards. Authorized to work in the US for any employer I am a talented security professional skilled at conducting building patrols, securing entrances and exits and keeping visitors under constant surveillance. Skilled in writing reports, updating records and handling simultaneous tasks in fast-paced settings. Security-focused and diligent Guard skilled at protecting personnel and premises. Responds and acts appropriately to situational assessments, including criminal acts and fire and medical emergencies remaining alert, attentive and vigilant at all times. Anticipates trouble and takes steps to intervene and diffuse using keen eye for detail. I also possess firearms, CPR first aid training, OC and baton certification.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Protective Security Officer ( DHS Contractor )
Paragon
01.2022 - Current
- 2021 to ( present ), DHS Contractor ) duties included report writing, foot patrols, administrative inspections of personnel and belongings and detaining unauthorized personnel
- Established emergency response to manage and respond to physical security needs of employees, buildings, technology and materials.
- Identified and resolved areas of risk and exposure and recommended solutions and improvements to access control systems and video surveillance systems.
- Offered subject matter expertise surrounding physical security strategy and performed site inspections to adhere to physical security strategy and standards.
- Applied and shared intelligence with law enforcement to secure employees, locations and assets in response to and in anticipation of threats.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Coordinated and managed vendor relationships to meet service level agreements.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle and by foot.
- Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
- Answered alarms, investigated disturbances and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Secured entrances and exits by maintaining physical presence and carefully monitoring CCTV.
- Gathered information, identified and implemented resolution, planned follow-up and logged and filed incident report to successfully manage complaints.
- Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
- Watched different facility areas from central location via different CCTV feeds, obtaining maximum coverage of important areas.
- Drafted reports of property damage, theft, accidents and unusual occurrences to document daily activities and irregularities.
- Detailed theft, access violations and other incidents with reports to boost success of future criminal or civil remediation.
- Leveraged physical or verbal techniques to investigate suspicious activities and resolve concerns.
- Scanned incoming and outgoing personnel and packages using hand-held wands and x-ray machinery to protect building, assets and individuals.
- Provided basic first aid and CPR to individuals in need of medical care until arrival of emergency medical personnel.
- Inspected and adjusted security systems, equipment and machinery to maximize coverage of parking lots and building interior and exterior.
- Administered CPR and first aid to resuscitate individuals while waiting for emergency medical responders to arrive.
- Rendered aid to injured and ill individuals and alerted paramedics for advanced support.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
- Notified emergency personnel of incidents requiring medical assistance and aid.
Soldier
US Army
05.2021 - Current
- Secured and protected military property, assets and personnel.
- Operated and maintained armored vehicles.
- Implemented tactics, procedures, and techniques for defense systems.
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Engaged targets in low-light conditions with night vision equipment.
- Looked after weapons by scheduling and performing organizational and preventive maintenance.
- Trained in conflict resolution among subordinates, equals and superiors.
- Worked in dirty and uncomfortable conditions, sometimes in dangerous, deployed locations.
- Maintained required level of proficiency in use of firearms.
- Attended required training sessions and seminars.
Security Officer
Securitas
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Duties included report writing, foot patrols, administrative inspections of personnel and belongings
- VIP club security- Boston
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle and by foot.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Gathered information, identified and implemented resolution, planned follow-up and logged and filed incident report to successfully manage complaints.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks and visitors.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Inspected suspicious activities and monitored premises for criminal acts and rule infractions.
Armed Security Officer
Chapelton Hospital
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Checked personnel ID badges and issued temporary credentials to visitors.
- Completed full building and grounds patrols every Timeframe to spot and investigate concerns.
- Supported criminal investigations by collaborating fully with local law enforcement representatives.
- Watched different facility areas from central location via different CCTV feeds, obtaining maximum coverage of important areas.
- Reduced vandalism and criminal activity by keeping close eye on premises through personal checks and CCTV monitoring.
Education
Edwin Allen High School
Clarendon Jamaica06.2004
Skills
- Armed Security (9 years)
- Excel
- Microsoft word
- Word
- Book keeping
- Microsoft Access
- Tax Experience
- QuickBooks
- SKILLS: Computer Skills:
- Formatting Computer Software Updates,
- Microsoft Word, Excel and Access, Book Keeping
- Good oral and written Communication Skills
- Security and crowd control
- Customer service
- Cpr certification
- Firearms certification
- Screening certification
- Security Protocols
- Corrective Actions
- Video Surveillance Systems
- Medical Emergency Response
- Safety Violations
- Activity Development
- Event Security Monitoring
- Asset Protection
- Operating Security Equipment
- Facilities Inspection
- Law Enforcement Collaboration
- Maintenance Requirements
- Security Improvements
- Searches and Seizures
- Basic First Aid
- Irregularity Reporting
- Responding to Security Breaches
- Crisis Situations
- Access Controls
- Screening Wands
- Troubleshooting Malfunctions
- Training Drills
- Investigate Incidents
- Weapons Screening
- Attentive and Observant
- Confidential Data Protection
- Control Crowd
- Emergency Training
- Keen Observer
- Respond to Emergencies
- CPR Certified
- Screen Personnel
- Assess Risks
- Criminal Law Understanding
- Incident Response
- Write Reports
- Improve Policies
- Law Enforcement
- Investigate Breaches
- Threat Analysis
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Firearms Training
- Intruder Response and Removal
- Facility Patrols
Additional Information
- Branch: , Army National Guard Service Country: United States Rank: Private First Class, Present Certifications and Licenses , Notary Public Us army certificate of affilation Secret Clearance Driver’s license Firearms license Groups Freemason Present Additional Information
Affiliations
- Freemason
- Certified notary public
- Firearms training
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Protective Security Officer ( DHS Contractor )
Paragon
01.2022 - Current
Soldier
US Army
05.2021 - Current
Security Officer
Securitas
01.2019 - 01.2020
Armed Security Officer
Chapelton Hospital
01.2014 - 01.2017
Edwin Allen High School
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