Shane Kelly
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
Dynamic security leader with extensive experience in security program management and capability development. Demonstrated success in enhancing security measures and readiness, while building strong partnerships with stakeholders. Expertise in designing security systems and protecting critical infrastructure, as well as developing and driving teams toward operational excellence. Career aspirations include further advancing security strategies to mitigate risks and enhance organizational resilience.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Manager, Security Services
Hampton Roads Transit
Norfolk, USA
01.2021 - Current
- Department head of regional mass transit system security division.
- Developed and implemented transit system security measures, emergency protocols, and critical infrastructure protection capabilities.
- Led team of security professionals in executing physical security programs, incident response, and staff security training.
- Managed comprehensive security and readiness programs across a regional network and various transit modalities.
- Acted as primary liaison to local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies.
- Oversaw design and implementation of security systems to enhance overall safety measures and risk reduction.
US Navy Sailor
United States Navy Reserve
, USA
01.2011 - 08.2021
- Honorable Discharge as a US Navy Chief Selectee.
- Served in U.S. and Overseas contingency operations environments, specializing in expeditionary troop logistics and readiness.
- Recent Role: Assistant Battle Watch Chief and Training Department Lead; Fifth Navy Expeditionary Logistics Regiment.
Security Specialist
Hampton Roads Transit
Norfolk, USA
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Assessed agency personnel and physical security plans and developed new protocols for system security, enforcement, and incident management.
- Developed procedures for identifying risks and implementing mitigations.
- Identified and leveraged industry standards and engaged in new partnerships to enhance physical security efforts for 28,000 daily riders and nearly 1,000 staff.
Program Coordinator
Department of Public Safety, Minnesota State University, Moorhead
Moorhead, MN
01.2011 - 01.2016
- Served in and out of uniform as department administrator managing multiple assignments ranging from Access Control Program Coordinator, Parking Coordinator, Patrol Sergeant, and Field Training Officer.
- Managed a team of employees assigned to physical security, emergency communications, public safety, enforcement, protection, and customer service.
Education
Master of Arts - Emergency and Disaster Management
American Military University
10.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice and Sociology
Minnesota State University, Moorhead
05.2014
Skills
- Security program management
- Risk assessment
- Incident response
- Security systems design
- Emergency preparedness
- Team leadership
- Strategic planning
Memberships And Affiliations
- ASIS Security International
- American Public Transportation Association (Vice Chair, Transit Infrastructure Security Working Group)
- Private Security Professionals of America
- Epsilon Pi Phi (Academic Honor Society)
- Alpha Phi Sigma (Academic Honor Society)
- Alpha Kappa Delta (Academic Honor Society)
Certifications And Clearances
- Certified Security Manager, Private Security Professionals of America
- Certified Armed Security Officer, Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services
- Secret Security Clearance, 12/31/30
Timeline
Senior Manager, Security Services
Hampton Roads Transit
01.2021 - Current
Security Specialist
Hampton Roads Transit
01.2019 - 01.2021
US Navy Sailor
United States Navy Reserve
01.2011 - 08.2021
Program Coordinator
Department of Public Safety, Minnesota State University, Moorhead
01.2011 - 01.2016
Master of Arts - Emergency and Disaster Management
American Military University
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice and Sociology
Minnesota State University, Moorhead