Richard Bennett
Stafford,VA
Summary
Results-driven security professional with extensive experience at Allied Universal Security Services. Proven expertise in threat assessment and firearms proficiency, effectively training personnel in de-escalation techniques. Successfully coordinated investigations and maintained high safety standards, ensuring a secure environment for all stakeholders. Recognized for quick response to emergencies and de-escalating dangerous situations while maintaining a professional composure.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Armed Security Supervisor
Allied Universal Security Services
Reston, Virginia
08.2021 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of incident reports, employee work schedules, and payrolls.
- Evaluated credentials of personnel and provided temporary badges to visitors.
- Coordinated investigations into any suspicious activity or criminal incidents on site.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as bomb threats, robberies, fires.
- Provided training in weapons handling and proper use of force procedures for all guards assigned under my supervision.
- Monitored access control systems to ensure only authorized personnel were allowed entry to premises.
- Coordinated with law enforcement agencies in emergency situations.
Marine Security Guard
United States Marine Corps
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
06.2019 - 12.2020
- Managed access control procedures for classified documents and facilities.
- Conducted security patrols of designated areas on foot and in vehicle.
- Inspected buildings, grounds, equipment, and materials for security violations or threats.
- Maintained order among visitors and staff at all times.
- Monitored entry and exit points, as well as personnel entering and leaving the premises.
- Provided training for new Marine Security Guards on operational procedures.
- Interacted professionally with guests, staff members, and other personnel while on duty.
- Adhered to strict confidentiality regarding sensitive information concerning personnel, operations.
- Reviewed security logs regularly to identify areas requiring additional protection measures.
- Prepared detailed incident reports following any security breach or violation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Morningside Academy
Port St. Lucie, Florida05-2019
Skills
- Physical fitness
- Threat assessment
- Access control
- Firearms proficiency
- De-escalation techniques
- Security systems
- Self-defense techniques
- Tactical operations
Affiliations
- Gym daily
- working on motorcycles/ automotives
- hiking
- travelling
Accomplishments
- Hero's award from Allied Universal
Certification
- Advanced Handgun
- DCJS (expires 28FEB2026)
- CPR/ AED/ TECC
- Advanced de-escalation
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Armed Security Supervisor
Allied Universal Security Services
08.2021 - Current
Marine Security Guard
United States Marine Corps
06.2019 - 12.2020
High School Diploma -
Morningside Academy
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