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Shewangizaw Workiye

Silver Spring,MD

Summary

Vigilant security professional with expertise in facility patrol and access control. Monitored alarm systems and CCTV, conducted inspections, and documented incidents using handheld devices. Controlled visitor access and responded to alarms, ensuring a safe environment. Collaborated with teams during events to uphold security protocols.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Security Officer

Glenstone Foundation
Potomac, MD
07.2019 - 07.2026

Facility patrol, access control, alarm and cctv monitoring, vendor and visitor badge issuance and escorts, supported staff, maintained a daily security log using a handheld device.

  • Monitored gallery spaces and grounds at Glenstone Foundation for suspicious activity.
  • Controlled visitor and staff access through entry points and secured areas.
  • Patrolled museum buildings, trails, and parking areas during assigned shifts.
  • Responded to alarms, disturbances, and emergency situations with calm communication.
  • Documented incidents, observations, and daily activity reports for supervisors.
  • Inspected doors, locks, cameras, and security systems for proper operation.
  • Coordinated with Glenstone Foundation teams during events, closures, and safety checks.
  • Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
  • Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
  • Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
  • Monitored entrances and exits for unauthorized personnel or prohibited items being brought onto premises.
  • Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
  • Resolved problems quickly to maintain safety and security. and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
  • Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies, and regulations.
  • Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity.
  • Checked for safety hazards and took corrective action when necessary.
  • Completed incident reports to record security or loss prevention incidents.
  • Responded to alarms and conducted investigations as required.
  • Investigated any suspicious persons or vehicles on premises and contacted the appropriate authorities if necessary.
  • Provided escorts for visitors as needed throughout the facility.
  • Prepared detailed reports regarding daily activities, unusual occurrences, maintenance issues.
  • Reported safety hazards for remediation response.
  • Observed patrons and customers to quickly address security situations.

Security Officer

Allied Universal Security Services
Bethesda, MD
08.2014 - 05.2018

Managed gate and front desk access, issued vendor and visitor badges, monitored CCTV cameras to ensure safety, and patrolled facility to maintain security.

  • Monitored surveillance cameras and alarm panels
  • Controlled visitor access at entrances and service points

Security Supervisor

Whelan Security
Silver Spring, MD
10.2005 - 12.2013

Supervised daily security activities, maintain security logs, issuing badges to vendors and visitors supervising and training security staff, scheduling, reporting to corporate security and account manager, completing incident reports.

  • Supervised security officers across Whelan Security client sites and posts.
  • Enforced post orders, access control, and site safety procedures.
  • Conducted patrols to monitor entrances, assets, and restricted areas.

Skills

  • Access control
  • CCTV systems
  • Alarm systems
  • Handheld reporting

Timeline

Security Officer

Glenstone Foundation
07.2019 - 07.2026

Security Officer

Allied Universal Security Services
08.2014 - 05.2018

Security Supervisor

Whelan Security
10.2005 - 12.2013
Shewangizaw Workiye