Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
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Scott Barton

Kansas City Metropolitan Area,KS

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Physical Security

Garmin International
02.2024 - Current
  • Assume leadership of existing Garmin Security Team and contract guard force.
  • Establish relationships with key business leaders and stakeholders.
  • Design vision for Garmins future vertically integrated Physical Security Program.
  • Designed a strategy for Global Security Risk Analysis and intervention.
  • Manged business relationship with contractors.
  • Partnered with HR on Associate related misconduct issues.
  • Provided physical security recommendations during Crisis Management activations.
  • Conducted security risk assessments in Germany and Romania.
  • Manage day to day operations of the Physical Security Team, Investigations, Access Management and Physical Security Systems design.
  • Policy development.
  • Job Description creation
  • Personnel evaluations.
  • Leveraged professional networks and industry knowledge to strengthen client relationships.
  • Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to existing processes and responsibility alignment.

Director of Travel Security

Oracle
10.2022 - 02.2024
  • Responsible for enhancing the Travel Security Program at Oracle.
  • Creating new policies and procedures which align with ISO 31030 and Duty of Care Standards
  • Conducted risk assessments and provided security recommendations for all international travel destinations
  • Established and maintained relationships with local security providers and government agencies in various regions to ensure the safety of employees during travel
  • Oversaw the tracking and monitoring of all international travel itineraries to ensure compliance with company security guidelines
  • Collaborated with crossfunctional teams, including HR and legal, to ensure alignment of travel security policies with company values and legal requirements
  • Maintained uptodate knowledge of global security threats and trends, and provided proactive recommendations to senior leadership to mitigate risks for employee travel.

Director Physical Security

Cerner Corporation
06.2021 - 10.2022

Executive Oversite of all Physical Security Activities at Cerner to include

  • Security Patrol, Investigations, Counterintelligence/Insider Threat, Executive Protection and Security Systems.

Director Of Protective Services, Insider Threat and Counterintelligence

Cerner Corporation
09.2018 - 06.2021
  • Executive over site for building and maintaining an Insider Threat/Counterintelligence program to meet compliance with Federal contract.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to identify and mitigate potential insider threats and counterintelligence risks
  • Oversaw a team of security professionals and provided guidance and training on best practices for threat detection and response
  • Collaborated with crossfunctional teams to gather and analyze intelligence information to inform security measures
  • Created and maintained strong relationships with law enforcement agencies, government officials, and industry partners
  • Conducted thorough investigations of security incidents and provided recommendations for improvement
  • Conducted security briefings and trainings for employees at all levels to promote a culture of security awareness
  • Stayed uptodate on the latest trends and developments in the field of insider threat and counterintelligence to continuously improve strategies and protocols.

Senior Manager Enterprise Protective Services/Investigations

Cerner Corporation
09.2015 - 09.2018

  • Responsible for creating security plans and providing support for Executives
  • and Associates traveling domestically and globally.
  • Create security plans and provide support to visiting dignitaries.
  • Coordinate emergency response training for security team.
  • Oversee corporate investigations.
  • Sr. Manager of Flight Security, Cerner Flight

Sr. Physical Security Manager

Cerner Corporation
06.2005 - 09.2015
  • Created the vision for a fully integrated Cerner Physical Security Program.
  • Designed and implemented an armed security presence on Cerner campuses and data centers.
  • Managed physical security operations for multiple sites and facilities globally.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive security policies and procedures
  • Conducted risk assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify potential security threats
  • Worked closely with crossfunctional teams to ensure compliance with company and industry security standards
  • Coordinated and conducted security training for employees and contractors
  • Conducted investigations into security incidents and worked with law enforcement as needed
  • Developed emergency response plans and conducted drills to ensure preparedness
  • Maintained relationships with external security vendors and contractors
  • Prepared and managed the security budget, including costsaving measures
  • Maintained uptodate knowledge of industry best practices and implemented new security technologies as needed
  • Provided regular reports and updates to senior management on security operations and incidents.

Police Captain

Leawood Kansas Police Department
08.1988 - 06.2005
  • Managed and supervised a team of 50+ officers and staff
  • Developed and implemented strategic plans to reduce crime rates and improve community relations
  • Conducted regular trainings and evaluations for officers to ensure adherence to department policies and procedures
  • Oversaw budget and resource allocation for the department
  • Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies and community organizations to address public safety concerns
  • Trained Hostage Negotiator
  • Provided leadership and guidance during critical incidents and emergencies
  • Conducted internal investigations and disciplinary actions as necessary
  • Maintained a strong understanding of local, state, and federal laws and regulations
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with community leaders and stakeholders
  • Led and participated in special projects and initiatives to enhance departmental efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Represented the department in meetings and conferences with city officials and other stakeholders

Education

Police Administration -

University of Louisville
12-2002

Administration -

Central Missouri State University Bachelor's degree,Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement
12-1990

Skills

  • Program Development
  • Enforcement
  • Leadership
  • Collaboration

Timeline

Director of Physical Security

Garmin International
02.2024 - Current

Director of Travel Security

Oracle
10.2022 - 02.2024

Director Physical Security

Cerner Corporation
06.2021 - 10.2022

Director Of Protective Services, Insider Threat and Counterintelligence

Cerner Corporation
09.2018 - 06.2021

Senior Manager Enterprise Protective Services/Investigations

Cerner Corporation
09.2015 - 09.2018

Sr. Physical Security Manager

Cerner Corporation
06.2005 - 09.2015

Police Captain

Leawood Kansas Police Department
08.1988 - 06.2005

Police Administration -

University of Louisville

Administration -

Central Missouri State University Bachelor's degree,Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement
Scott Barton