Samantha Hutchinson
Chicago,IL
Summary
Accomplished Security Manager with 17 years of experience. Committed to strategic planning and delivery of large-scale objectives while maintaining highest levels of integrity and respect. Applies advanced technical, business and logistics acumen to streamline processes. Adept at driving cross-functional teams within high-pressure and deadline-driven environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Site Screening Lead
Securitas Security/Microsoft Data Center
Downers Grove, IL
09.2023 - Current
- Conducts screening of all personnel entering and exiting a secure production area
- Evaluate, assesses, and analyzes performance of screening officers by conducting drills
- Conducts ongoing training to ensure screening officers proficient with post orders
- Supervised the daily operations of a security team to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
- Trained new security officers on safety protocols and company standards
- Managed staff schedules for shifts and events to minimize overtime costs
- Monitored employee absences and tardiness to ensure adequate coverage for site
- Calculated and processed payroll for 336 hours on a weekly basis.
Security Account Manager
Securitas Security/Amazon Fulfillment Center
Joliet, IL
04.2021 - 09.2023
- Launched New Amazon building in Markham,IL
- Oversee Security operations for Amazon
- Scheduling and payroll for 1000+ billable hours a week
- Manage Amazon Security systems including (CCTV systems, Lenel, Key Management, Right Crowd, People Portal) Access Control, Alarm Control
- Submit weekly/monthly reports on budgets, overtime and staffing
- Assist District Manager with disciplinary action and coaching sessions with Security officers
- Conduct quarterly training for the entire staff
- Ensure staff is following all polices and procedures
- Actively engage with client leadership to support client needs
- Develop and implement actions plans to correct any deficiencies
- Communicate staffing needs to District Manager or Recruiting Manager
Site Security Manager
Allied Universal/Digital Realty Data Center
Naperville, IL
11.2019 - 04.2021
- Proficient in the use of Lenel Security Solutions (Access Control, Alarm Controls, CCTV), electronic key systems
- Communicates staffing needs on shift to Account Manager or Operations Manager
- Assists with all audits associated with general security procedures & physical security systems
- Complete and submit work orders for the repair of defective security equipment
- Assists Assistant National Accounts Portfolio Manager and AUS Branch Operation Manager in disciplinary action and coaching sessions with Security
- Coordinates preliminary investigations prior to writing, reviewing and submitting
- Maintains data center contractor and visitor logs, assign and remove Access to property as required
- Report daily briefings to Data Center Real Estate Management Team
Site Security Manager
Securitas Security/Dupont Fabro Data Center
Downers Grove, IL
11.2016 - 11.2019
- Conducting overseeing a campus style data center environment with approximately 30+ Security professional campus wide.
- Audit, prepare and document security assessments for review by Client on a weekly/monthly basis.
- Manage security systems, including CCTV system, badge system, keys and cores, Emergency Notification system and patrol schedule.
- Identify new security candidates, interview, train and staff data center coverage for 24/7 Security operation campus wide.
- Oversee payroll functions (daily operation, vacation, sick, etc.) review and submit timekeeping.
- Investigated incidents and wrote reports.
Lead Security Officer
Securitas Security/Dupont Fabros Data Center
Downers Grove, IL
12.2007 - 11.2016
- Gathered information, identified and implemented resolution, planned follow-up and logged and filed incident report to successfully manage complaints.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Monitored employee activities, confirming compliance with security regulations
- Trained new Security Officers on policy and procedures.
- Assist Management with weekly/monthly audit reports
- Access control, monitoring CCTV, writing daily activity reports
Education
GED -
Kennedy King College
Chicago, IL04-2013
Skills
- Safety and security regulations
- Company risk management
- Security team management
- Customer Service
- Schedule Maintenance
- Conflict Resolution
- Training and Leadership
- Developing Security Plans
Timeline
Site Screening Lead
Securitas Security/Microsoft Data Center
09.2023 - Current
Security Account Manager
Securitas Security/Amazon Fulfillment Center
04.2021 - 09.2023
Site Security Manager
Allied Universal/Digital Realty Data Center
11.2019 - 04.2021
Site Security Manager
Securitas Security/Dupont Fabro Data Center
11.2016 - 11.2019
Lead Security Officer
Securitas Security/Dupont Fabros Data Center
12.2007 - 11.2016
GED -
Kennedy King College
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