Romeo E Giovani
Meridianville
Summary
Seasoned professional with 28+ years of expertise in visual storytelling, photography, and strategic media operations, paired with 17 years of military leadership and security risk management. Proven ability to merge creative precision with tactical execution, delivering high-impact results in dynamic environments. Adept at cross-functional team coordination, mission-critical planning, and leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive awarded operational success.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Security Specialist GS-11
DOD - Army Materiel Command
Redstone Arsenal
03.2020 - Current
- Served as one of the primary credentialed Physical Security Specialists for 4-Star Command AMC G-3 with responsibilities for managing various functions of CP19 Security Programs to include Physical Security, AT/FP, Key Control, construction security, key control, training, and Operational Security
- Managed CP19 Security Programs including Physical Security, AT/FP, Key Control, construction security, and Operational Security for 4-Star Command AMC G-3
- Oversaw operation, planning, and budgeting of a 4mil guard force contract and a \500K Electronic Security contract as the Contracting Officer Representative (COR)
- Controlled all Department of the Army Credentialing of Police (DACP), Department of the Army credentialing of Detectives/Investigators (DACD), and Physical Security Inspector (PSI) credentials across AMC and subordinate units
- Maintained 100% accountability of 9,270 keys for entire Headquarters and managed all IT requirements as the point of contact for the Division
- Assessed and revised standard operating procedures (SOP) and increased efficiency during a pandemic by developing new procedures, resulting in a 98% increase in time efficiency for all security matters
- Successfully executed protective security planning for high-level VIPs and 4 Star General at events and coordinated and registered all AMC Protection and 28 subordinate command LE and CP19 training in ATRRS
- Reviewed, analyzed, and prioritized physical security needs for facility acquisitions, leased facilities, new construction, and modifications and monitored all security procedures for arms, ammunition, and explosives
- Resolved security and communication issues through interactions with command and upper command contacts
Electronic Publication Specialist
SAIC - AMCOM ALC
Redstone Arsenal
07.2019 - Current
- Developed maintenance Interactive Electronic Technical Manual (IETM) using XML/SGML data and IADS software
- Evaluated source documents and determined design/format requirements for project acceptance
- Converted non-digital/untagged source files into valid XML instances using scripts and macros
- Produced MIL-STD-40051 compliant print manuals using PTC's Arbortext production files and UltraEdit software
- Tagged XML/SGML for Maintenance Allocation Chart, Repair Parts and Special Tools List, and other work packages
- Digitized manuals, ensuring compliance with Military Standards (MILSTD) 40051x and 38784
- Knowledgeable in FOSIs, XSL-FO stylesheets, IADS 4.x, coding from Live DTD, and tagging using ArborText 3.5 and higher
- Experienced in coding XML files in accordance with MIL-STD 40051, MIL-STD-38784, MIL-PRF-63029, and AR 25-30
LEAD Graphic Designer/Photographer
Konig-Gio Photography and Graphic Studios
Sparta
01.2012 - Current
- Lead Graphic Designer/Photographer for Konig-Gio Photography and Graphic Studios, working directly with clients to organize projects and meet their creative needs in advertising, packaging, public relations, and sales promotion
- Collaborate with marketing and advertising personnel, including directors and vice presidents, to review creative approach and translate marketing concepts into visually persuasive ideas for in-store signing, advertising, packaging, and e-commerce
- Conceptualize, art-direct, and photograph campaigns in studio and on location for national brands and well-known retailers, highly proficient in fashion, editorial, architectural, advanced still life, and table top product photography
- Responsible for all design tasks, including interacting with clients, brainstorming and planning design ideas, and providing supervision and guidance to junior designers
- Utilize large format printing for billboards and trade shows, and digital photography to enhance proposed work, ensuring compliance with approved design standards for quality, safety, and operating convenience
- Expert in Adobe Software (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere), Capture One, Microsoft Office, and Apple Mac and Windows Platforms
Lead IDS Security Specialist Supervisor/IDS Specialist
United States Army (DoD)
Fort Mccoy
10.2012 - 09.2018
- Served as Lead Security Specialist for the Nationwide Intrusion Detection System (IDS) monitoring for Headquarters United States Army Reserve Command (USARC)
- Supervisor of a 6-man team and subject matter expert in programming, monitoring, customer support, technical support, and analysis of the IDS for the Security Control Center (SCC) for over 1,000 IDS systems for over 600 Reserve Centers in 4 DIV(r), air Force, Marines facilities
- Responsible for the leadership, training, and oversight of the Security Control Center (SCC) located at Fort McCoy, Wisconsin, and the back-up site located at Fort Snelling, Minnesota
- Served as Operations Manager in his/her absence
- Monitored the day-to-day operation of the USARC IDS Central Monitoring Station
- Promoted overall program development, coordinated employee work schedules, coordinated with customers for new installation, trained personnel in systems operation, scheduled and tracked service calls, and maintained customer records
- Assisted the IDS Director in the development of operational and business solutions
- Responsible for reporting the security alarm system posture of systems throughout the Continental United States (CONUS) that protect over a billion dollars' worth of US Government Assets
Operations Vice President
LinKen Defense Strategies
Austin
10.2010 - 09.2012
- Directed operations and investigation team of 24 investigators and 20 Security Officers
- Successfully supervised an 8-man fugitive apprehension team with 30+ successful captures a month with no incidents
- Designed, developed, and implemented policies and procedures of the company
- Intelligently investigated 400 cases from infidelity to kidnapping and trained and directed a team of Mortgage Fraud investigators
LEAD EDUCATOR
Blackshield Training Institute
Austin
10.2010 - 07.2012
- Led course development as the primary source of technical information at Blackshield Training Institute, including job analysis, task inventory, and task analysis information sheets
- Designed, developed, and revised courses using federal and state law, army regulations, and DoD regulations, covering topics such as weapons safety, officer safety, communication systems, and emergency vehicle operations
- Served as the security and police officer training instructor, responsible for both pre-instructional and instructional actions, and maintained and improved assigned course areas in law enforcement
- Developed training and work schedules, established duties and priorities, and evaluated and approved performance levels of personnel
- Identified developmental and training needs and made arrangements for employee development and training
Lieutenant
Internal Revenue Service (S&K Security)
Austin
10.2010 - 07.2011
- Supervised all security personnel for the Internal Revenue Service, maintaining the highest level of security and managing 63 officers
- Provided enhanced security for transportation of sensitive materials and conducted inspections as the exclusively assigned Armorer to ensure safe handling and storage of all weapons
- Directed the physical security of people and resources throughout five Austin IRS locations by technically and administratively supervising subordinate supervisors and officers performing law enforcement and protection duties
- Monitored radio transmissions, responded promptly to incidents, alarms, calls for service, medical and suspicious activities, and initiated actions for assistance
- Reviewed antiterrorism/force protection plans and provided vulnerability and threat assessment analysis to command for discussion and recommendations
- Developed Emergency Operations Center procedures, including crisis action response, classified document custodian, classified equipment usage and storage, and antiterrorism/force protection posture
Telecommunication Specialist
AT&T
Dallas
10.2007 - 10.2010
- Installed, repaired, and operated VOIP telephone, internet, and television equipment for a wide range of categories, utilizing creativity and experience in the field's concepts, practices, and procedures
- Implemented network designs and troubleshot issues, including physical placement of networking equipment in cabinets and copper/fiber optic cable connections in distribution rooms
- Performed basic carpentry skills for installations, such as making and connecting wall jacks, carpet runs, and wall drops
- Diagnosed and repaired equipment malfunctions with minimal loss of circuit time and customer inconvenience, and performed periodic preventative maintenance to ensure operational reliability
- Tested completed installations of new, old, or modified equipment for proper operation and performed all operational functions for live television programming and audio visual support for training sessions, conferences, and orientation programs
- Set up and operated portable audio, film, and television equipment at off-site locations
Leasing Consultant
Escalon At Canyon Creek
Austin
02.2007 - 10.2007
- Maintained 100% occupancy and highest sales for several months
- Represented the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources
- Exchanged information in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail
- Established and maintained interpersonal relationships
- Developed a constructive and cooperative working relationship with others, and maintained them over time
Law Enforcement Officer Airport
Securitas
Kailua Kona
04.2006 - 02.2007
- Served as a Law Enforcement Officer at Kona International Airport, responsible for maintaining security and enforcing laws
- Obtained verbal and written statements, apprehended criminal offenders, and conducted searches and seizures
- Assisted in locating missing persons and handling juvenile offenders
- Responded to cases of domestic abuse and interpersonal violence, identified and arrested suspects
- Reviewed incident facts to determine criminal activity and recorded information, prepared reports to document incidents and activities
- Rendered aid to accident victims and provided first aid for physical injuries
- Performed other airport police duties as assigned
Physical Security Specialist
Department of the Army
Schwetzengen
10.2005 - 04.2006
- Served as primary G3 Physical Security Specialist for US Army Force Protection Program for 7 ARCOM, responsible for reviewing and approving all requests for acquisition, installation, maintenance, modification, and budgeting of commercial physical security equipment
- Analyzed and prioritized physical security needs for facility acquisitions, leased facilities, new construction, and modifications, and monitored all security procedures for the physical security of arms, ammunition, and explosives
- Recommended corrective actions and issued command directives to prevent further loss of arms, ammunition, and explosives, and monitored reports of terrorist and foreign intelligence activities posing a threat to the command
- Made frequent face-to-face and telephone contacts with Facility Managers, Unit Security Managers/Officers, contractors, and vendors, and resolved security and communication issues through interactions with command and upper command contacts
Police Officer
New Orleans Police Department
New Orleans
08.2004 - 10.2005
- Served as the Police Officer responsible for assuring the safety and security is executed at the appropriate level, coordinating plans to assure all security procedures are followed and establish working relationships to coordinate with appropriate counterparts in local, state and Federal law enforcement agencies for the purpose of exchanging pertinent information and providing free flow of information on matters of mutual interest
- Served a community of over 1.5 million and covered major events with over 1 million tourist
- Processed over 250 arrest
- Successfully responded to over 180 Domestic Violence issues resulting in positive results
- Aided in apprehension of over 100 federal level criminals
- Developed numerous relations with local organizations and business to fight criminal activities
- All other police duties as assigned
Security Manager/Military Police
U.S. Army
Heidelberg
04.2002 - 01.2004
- Expertly managed and executed security programs as the Security Manager and Military Police for the European Regional Medical Command, serving as the primary advisor and final authority on all G4 security matters
- Developed and implemented comprehensive security programs encompassing physical security, access control, personnel security, information security, industrial security, law enforcement, and security education and training, resulting in enhanced protection for over 6 installations and 35 units
- Provided authoritative guidance and technical advice on security guidelines and protective measures to G4 and management, ensuring compliance with specific situations, functions, and requirements
- Efficiently managed security clearance processing through JPAS, reviewing requests and evaluating over 800 background investigation reports to determine security eligibility for access to sensitive information, material, resources, and work areas
- Demonstrated expert judgement in identifying 157 security inadequacies and making critical recommendations for granting, suspending, revoking, or denying security clearances, resulting in improved security measures
Engineer/Heavy equipment / Instructor
United States Marine Corps
Cherry Point
08.1997 - 08.2001
- Instructor for air base ground defense, developed courses and exercises for over 25000 troops
- Instructor and heavy equipment operator with experience in air base ground defense, residential and municipal construction projects
- Developed courses and exercises for over 25000 troops and provided advanced hands-on training in classrooms and the field
- Operated various heavy construction equipment, including backhoes, graders, front loaders, dump trucks, and small Bobcat tractors
- Excavated foundations, leveled sites, prepared drainage and sewer lines, and performed gravel backfilling
- Commended for dedication, commitment, and perfect attendance record for three years
- Maximized equipment uptime by suggesting improvements for reporting and completing repairs
- Developed training methods and materials, evaluated personnel, and created individualized training plans
- Provided instruction and training for over 2500 personnel in proper military police tactics and maneuvers
- Developed PowerPoint presentations and created graphics for school projects and training
Education
Master's Degree - Education
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Superior, WI, United States08.2018
Technical or Occupational Certificate - Conventional Physical Security
Department of the Army Military Police School
Fort Leonard Wood, MO, United States07.2014
Bachelor's Degree - Organizational Security and Management
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ, United States05.2012
Skills
- Training development
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Brand development
- Print production
- Client collaboration
- Project management
- Visual communication
- Visual design
- Digital photography
- Photo editing
- Creative direction
- Studio lighting
- Composition techniques
- Visual storytelling
- Time management
- Studio management
- Sports photography
- Commercial photography
- Advanced camera skills
- Drone photography
- Photojournalism
Affiliations
- Universal Life Church - Reverend/ Chaplain
- Delta Kappa Pi (Honor Society of Educators)
- NRA Life Member
- ASIS - Member
Languages
- English, Advanced
- German, Intermediate
References
- Greg Patch, ERC, GregPatchPhoto@gmail.com, 256-509-6058
- Tom Roach, DoD DA, IDS Director, 608-633-1699
- Jon Geier, Computer Analyst, Computer Specialist, 608-315-2483
- Ed Wojtyna, Dod DA, Chief Provost Marshal, 256-450-6472
Additional Information
- IDS Specialist, 01/2015, Outstanding Civilian Service Medal
- IDS Specialist, 10/2012, OUTSTANDING Ratings
- Acting Security Manager, 04/2002 - 01/2004, Top Evaluation/Recommendation
- Physical Security Specialist, 04/2002 - 01/2004, Scroll of Appreciation
- Security Manager, 04/2002 - 01/2004, Army Commendation Medal
- Military Police Officer, 04/2002 - 01/2004, Voluntary Service Medal
- Heroic Achievement, 10/1999, Navy Achievement Medal
Job Related Training
- Ordained Minister, Church, 2018
- ELKS Security Course, National Guard, 2016, Certified
- ESS - Electronic Security Course, MP School, 2015, Certificate
- Conventional Physical Security, ASIH3, 2014, Diploma
- TYCO DLS/DSC/Surguard, 2014, Certified
- TJA Use of Force Instructor, 2011, Certified Instructor
- USACE Security Engineering, 2006, Certification
- NOPD Police Academy Graduate, 2005, Diploma
- Military Police School, 2002, Diploma
- Physical Security Management, 2003, Certificate of Training
- Multimedia Design, 2002, Certificate
- JPAS, 2002, Certificate
- Multimedia Design, 2003, Certificate of Training
- Engineering Operator, 1997, Diploma
- Maistershaft (Master Level) Photographer, 2001, Cert
Timeline
Physical Security Specialist GS-11
DOD - Army Materiel Command
03.2020 - Current
Electronic Publication Specialist
SAIC - AMCOM ALC
07.2019 - Current
Lead IDS Security Specialist Supervisor/IDS Specialist
United States Army (DoD)
10.2012 - 09.2018
LEAD Graphic Designer/Photographer
Konig-Gio Photography and Graphic Studios
01.2012 - Current
Operations Vice President
LinKen Defense Strategies
10.2010 - 09.2012
LEAD EDUCATOR
Blackshield Training Institute
10.2010 - 07.2012
Lieutenant
Internal Revenue Service (S&K Security)
10.2010 - 07.2011
Telecommunication Specialist
AT&T
10.2007 - 10.2010
Leasing Consultant
Escalon At Canyon Creek
02.2007 - 10.2007
Law Enforcement Officer Airport
Securitas
04.2006 - 02.2007
Physical Security Specialist
Department of the Army
10.2005 - 04.2006
Police Officer
New Orleans Police Department
08.2004 - 10.2005
Security Manager/Military Police
U.S. Army
04.2002 - 01.2004
Engineer/Heavy equipment / Instructor
United States Marine Corps
08.1997 - 08.2001
Master's Degree - Education
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Technical or Occupational Certificate - Conventional Physical Security
Department of the Army Military Police School
Bachelor's Degree - Organizational Security and Management
University of Phoenix