Sean Dougherty
Las Vegas
Summary
Highly trained and disciplined Armed Security Officer with almost a decade of experience safeguarding high-traffic properties on the Las Vegas Strip as well as Station Casinos luxury resorts. Recently selected to work with the Station Casinos Corporate Security Team. Proven expertise in threat assessment, tactical response, and firearms proficiency with a consistent qualification record. Committed to upholding the highest standards of discretion, situational awareness, and customer service while maintaining a calm, commanding presence in high-pressure environments. Certified in CPR/AED, ASP Baton, OC spray, and AVADE, with a valid CCW permit. Dedicated to protecting people, property, and reputation with professionalism and integrity.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporate Security/Executive Protection
Station Casinos
07.2025 - Current
- Conduct armed patrols of the Station Casinos Corporate office
- Monitor and enforce access control, respond to escalated situations, and coordinate with law enforcement when necessary.
- Assigned to protect VIP personnel and assets on property
- Maintain working knowledge of iTrak and camera control
- Maintain firearms certification per state and organizational standards, consistently
Armed Security Bike Officer
Sunset Station Hotel & Casino
04.2024 - 07.2025
- Conduct armed patrols of hotel and casino premises, ensuring guest and staff safety through vigilant monitoring and rapid response to incidents.
- Monitor and enforce access control, respond to escalated situations, and coordinate with law enforcement when necessary.
- Assigned to all large scale events on property. Duties for events include traffic control, security checkpoints and crowd control.
- Maintain firearms certification per state and organizational standards, consistently passing rigorous proficiency tests.
- Trained and certified in OC spray and ASP baton use; apply de-escalation techniques and tactical awareness in daily operations.
Armed Security Officer
Switch
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Performed rigorous security clearances to grant vendor access to secured areas.
- Performed hourly patrols of building areas, parking lots and facility grounds.
- Underwent and maintained firearms certification in compliance with state laws and organizational standards.
- Enforced company policies and procedures consistently across various sites while maintaining professionalism at all times.
- Underwent tactical hand to hand combat training as well as OC and Baton certification
Armed Security Bike Officer
Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa
10.2022 - 01.2024
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Performed patrols of building areas, parking lots and facility grounds.
- Assigned to escort VIP guests around the property as well as to and from events.
- Performed lockdowns for VVIP guest movement.
- Underwent and maintained firearms certification in compliance with state laws and organizational standards.
- Enforced company policies and procedures consistently across various sites while maintaining professionalism at all times.
- Underwent OC and Baton certifications yearly.
Security Officer/ Dispatcher
Bally's Las Vegas Casino
08.2017 - 10.2022
- Provided excellent guest service while patrolling casino floor and entry points.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations such as the 1 October event. Quickly assessed possible threats, secured and locked down all casino/hotel entrances and managed crowd movement to specific areas.
- Promoted from Security officer to Dispatcher in January 2020.
- Answered all security related phone calls, quickly assessed each call and dispatched security officers as needed.
- Utilized ITrak to log all security calls.
- Handled property Life Safety systems.
Stockroom Lead
Target
03.2015 - 08.2017
- Worked closely with purchasing department to optimize reorder points based on historical trends in product demand patterns.
- Proactively addressed potential hazards within the workspace by performing regular inspections of equipment and storage areas.
- Facilitated ongoing trainings for staff members on best practices related to stocking, inventory management, and workplace safety protocols.
- Oversaw vendor relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely deliveries of products.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to promote safety and productivity within the stockroom.
Education
High School Diploma -
Presbyterian Christian High School
Hattiesburg, MS05.2010
Skills
- Valid Nevada CCW Permit
- ASP Baton Certified
- OC Spray Certified
- AVADE Certified
- CPR/AED Certified
- Stop the Bleed Certified
- Alcohol Awareness Certification
Timeline
Corporate Security/Executive Protection
Station Casinos
07.2025 - Current
Armed Security Bike Officer
Sunset Station Hotel & Casino
04.2024 - 07.2025
Armed Security Officer
Switch
01.2024 - 04.2024
Armed Security Bike Officer
Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa
10.2022 - 01.2024
Security Officer/ Dispatcher
Bally's Las Vegas Casino
08.2017 - 10.2022
Stockroom Lead
Target
03.2015 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
Presbyterian Christian High School
Skills
- Consistently met a 100% mandatory qualification score on quarterly firearm proficiency tests
- Tactical hand-to-hand combat training
- Proficient in de-escalation and conflict resolution
- High-level situational awareness
- Access control and surveillance systems
- Professional demeanor and integrity under pressure
- Strong written and verbal incident reporting
- Knowledge of security protocols in high-stakes environments
- Proficient in ITrak usage