Sean Ryan
Milton Hershey School
1
Certification
16
years of professional experience
Dedicated Safety and Security professional with 15+ years of experience in threat assessment, risk management, and crisis response. Proven ability to conduct risk evaluations and develop strategies for operational resilience. Seeking to leverage my skills in physical security and safety to contribute to the mission assurance of Gannett Fleming and ensure the safety of critical infrastructure.
Work History
Central Monitoring Telecommunicator
7 Years 6 Months- Conduct physical security assessments and threat evaluations to maintain a secure campus environment.
- Maintain comprehensive oversight of over 1,000 CCTV devices, ensuring optimal functionality and reliability.
- Collaborate closely with administration and security personnel regarding incidents and investigations.
- Identify and address suspicious activity, leveraging strong observational skills to enhance campus safety.
- Demonstrate exceptional responsiveness to emergency situations, implementing effective problem-solving skills.
- Process daily communications to facilitate seamless campus operations and proactively resolve issues.
- Developed a robust database system to monitor and maintain CCTV cameras deployed across the campus.
- Review of hundreds of contractor records daily to determine employment eligibility, assess potential security risks, and verify compliance with Pennsylvania Act 114 of 2006 and institutional safety requirements.
- Monitor thousands of alarm points and activations from a security access control network, ensuring swift response and resolution to maintain safety for all on campus.
- Observe fire systems in residence and academic buildings, ensuring prompt response and resolution of fire alarm issues.
Supervisor, Safety & Security
1 Year 11 Months- Coordinated emergency response planning, exercises, and drills to strengthen organizational preparedness and operational continuity.
- Developed and delivered safety training that equipped employees to identify hazards, follow established procedures, and maintain safe working environments.
- Investigated safety and security incidents, identified contributing and root-cause factors, and developed corrective-action recommendations.
- Conducted facility inspections and compliance audits to identify hazards, evaluate existing controls, and reduce the likelihood of accidents.
- Managed team scheduling and staffing requirements, including leave requests, vacation authorizations, and daily operational coverage.
- Reviewed incident reports for accuracy, completeness, and policy compliance while recommending procedural and operational improvements.
- Utilized organizational procurement systems to acquire critical safety, security, and emergency-response supplies.
- Coached and mentored team members to improve performance, engagement, job satisfaction, and employee retention.
- Coordinated professional-development and training opportunities to strengthen team capabilities and operational readiness.
- Supported employee-conduct and disciplinary investigations, ensuring thorough documentation and adherence to organizational policies.
Safety & Security Officer
6 Years 8 Months- Implemented comprehensive security measures to safeguard against potential risks and hazards.
- Coordinated with external agencies to ensure secure VIP stays, demonstrating planning and execution skills.
- Ensured compliance with liquor laws and maintained a safe environment for guests.
- Safeguarded personal property found on the premises, ensuring prompt returns to rightful owners.
- Led operations during severe weather threats, ensuring the safety of guests and employees.
- Collaborated with Corporate Safety to enhance hotel safety standards and protocols.Implemented physical security measures to mitigate identified risks, protect hotel assets, and maintain a safe environment for guests and employees.
- Coordinated security planning with external agencies for VIP visits, ensuring effective communication, site readiness, and secure operations.
- Enforced applicable liquor-control requirements and organizational policies to support regulatory compliance and guest safety.
- Managed the secure handling, documentation, storage, and return of lost or recovered property.
- Directed security operations during severe-weather events, coordinating protective actions to safeguard guests, employees, and hotel operations.
- Partnered with Corporate Safety to evaluate and strengthen safety standards, operating procedures, and risk-mitigation protocols.
- Supported compliance with applicable OSHA requirements and organizational health and safety standards.
- Conducted routine facility safety and security assessments to identify hazards, document vulnerabilities, and coordinate corrective action.
- Performed interior security patrols and field observations to detect, assess, document, and respond to potential security risks.
- Ensured compliance with OSHA standards, maintaining a healthy work environment.
- Conducted regular safety inspections to proactively identify and resolve safety concerns.
- Performed interior security patrols to identify and respond to potential security risks.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
- Dean's List Summer '21
- Dean's List Spring '22
- Dean's List Fall '22
- Applied for Phi Delta Phi International Pre-Law Honor Society upon invitation
- 3.5 GPA
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
- Frank Dixon Foundation Scholarship Recipient
High School Diploma
Skills
Physical Security and Facility Assessments
Threat Identification and Vulnerability Analysis
Security Risk Assessment and Mitigation
CCTV Surveillance
Monitoring
and Detection
Incident Response and Investigation
Emergency Preparedness and Operational Resilience
Crime Prevention and Protective Security
Security Standards and Procedures
Technical and Incident Report Writing
Activity Logging and Documentation
Surveillance Analysis and Reporting
Adaptability in Dynamic
High-Risk Environments
Accomplishments
SELECTED ACHIEVEMENTS
- Supervised the daily activities and operational performance of a team of more than 10 security officers.
- Designed and implemented a safety initiative that increased visitor awareness and improved pedestrian safety across exterior grounds.
HONORS AND AWARDS
- Eagle Scout
- Order of the Arrow, Scouting America
- Company Individual Safety Award
- Department Safety Award — 2011, 2013, and 2015
- Employee of the Month — 2016
Certification
- National Incident Management System, 100, 200, 700
- Hazardous Materials First Responder Awareness
- Exterior Firefighter
- Intro to the Fire Service
- Fireground Support
- Interior Firefighter
- Ice Rescue Awareness
- Reid Technique for Interviewing & Interrogation
- Incident Response to Terrorist Bombings
- Law Enforcement & Security Skills Certificate
- ACT 235 Certified Agent
- Public Safety Telecommunicator
- ACT 126: Recognize & Report Child Abuse
- Active Shooter Incidents for Public Safety Communications
Timeline
Central Monitoring Telecommunicator
Milton Hershey School
03.2019 - CurrentRead More
Supervisor, Safety & Security
Hershey Entertainment & Resorts
04.2017 - 03.2019Read More
Safety & Security Officer
Hershey Entertainment & Resorts
08.2010 - 04.2017Read More
Pennsylvania State University
Bachelor of Arts from Criminal Justice
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Harrisburg Area Community College
Associate of Arts from Criminal Justice
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Northern Lebanon High School
High School Diploma
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Volunteer Work
Joined a local fire company in 2008 and served as a volunteer firefighter through 2015. Responded to a wide range of emergency incidents, including residential and commercial structure fires, motor vehicle collisions, rescue operations, natural disasters—including Tropical Storm Lee in 2011—and other public-safety assignments.
Subsequently volunteered with a search-and-rescue organization, earned Wilderness First Aid certification, and participated in field responses involving missing and potentially suicidal individuals.