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Sidney Smith

Smyrna,GA

Summary

Accomplished Executive Protection Specialist with a proven track record at Georgia State University Police Department, adept in crisis management and emergency response planning. Leveraged expertise in surveillance detection and effective communication to ensure client safety and coordinate high-profile security operations. Demonstrated exceptional teamwork and problem-solving skills in dynamic environments.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Protection Specialist

Self Employed
08.2017 - Current
  • Provided discreet close protection services while maintaining a professional demeanor at all times.
  • Collaborated effectively with other security professionals to provide comprehensive protection for clients during large-scale events.
  • Assisted with emergency evacuation plans and drills, ensuring preparedness in case of critical incidents.
  • Ensured smooth transportation of clients through expert route planning, convoy management, and secure driving practices.
  • Coordinated protective details during high-profile events, ensuring seamless integration between multiple security teams on site.
  • Provided Executive Protection for several Celebrities, Politicians, at risk populations as well as provided support for Govenrment/Presidential visits in the Downtown Atlanta area.

Crime Suppression Unit

Georgia State University Police Department
05.2017 - Current
  • Responsible for concentrated patrols in high crime areas and locations where crime trends may have seen a localized increase.
  • Duties include: detection of traffic violators, by conducting covert surveillance related to drug activity, completing field interview cards on suspicious persons, executing search warrants


Certifications:

  • Crisis Intervention
  • S.W.A.T. Operations
  • Tactical Field Operator
  • Emergency Medical Responder
  • Intermediate and Advanced L.E. Certifications
  • Executive Protection

Police Officer

Georgia State University Police Department
09.2015 - Current
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
  • Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
  • Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
  • Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
  • Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Piedmont College
Demorest, GA

Skills

  • Physical Fitness
  • Self-defense training
  • Client Confidentiality
  • Incident Reporting
  • Emergency Response Planning
  • Crisis Management
  • Surveillance Detection
  • Professional Networking
  • Security Risk Analysis
  • Law Enforcement Liaison
  • Close Protection Techniques
  • Event Security Planning
  • Personal Security Detail
  • Executive Escorting
  • Situational Awareness
  • Defensive Driving
  • Route Planning
  • Intelligence Gathering
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Problem-Solving
  • Attention to Detail
  • Effective Communication

Timeline

Executive Protection Specialist

Self Employed
08.2017 - Current

Crime Suppression Unit

Georgia State University Police Department
05.2017 - Current

Police Officer

Georgia State University Police Department
09.2015 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Piedmont College
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