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Spencer Jackson

Glen Burnie

Summary

Experienced with access control systems and security protocols, ensuring safety of assets and personnel. Utilizes surveillance technology and emergency response strategies to mitigate risks. Strong understanding of security regulations and compliance requirements. Recognized for strong situational awareness and teamwork, successfully deterring threats while fostering a welcoming environment. Possesses an active TS/SCI CI POLY clearance.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Access Control Specialist

Institute for Defense Analyses
04.2024 - Current
  • Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
  • Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
  • Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
  • Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
  • Completed hourly patrols of facility, grounds and perimeter.
  • Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Worked alongside project managers during construction phases of new facilities to ensure proper integration of access control infrastructure into overall building design.
  • Monitor and Escort uncleared personnel (visitors, cleaning, and other services)
  • Maintain visual contact and proper line of sight with uncleared personnel.
  • Knows the process of activation/deactivation of the alarm systems.

Security Officer

Security Industry Specialist, Inc.
09.2023 - 03.2024
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
  • Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property in store environment.
  • Decreased instances of theft, vandalism, and trespassing through diligent observation and reporting suspicious activities.
  • Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
  • Provide an escort for employees with product, patrol on foot to secure assigned post.
  • Identifying any irregular shoplifting activity, reports to management.

Front Desk Receptionist/Fire Guard

Housing and Services Inc.
02.2019 - 04.2021
  • Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
  • Transferring handwritten notes from Logbook into email system.
  • Communicating information, notifying the authorities of any alarming matter.
  • managed multi-line phone system, responded to inquires, and transferred calls to departments and personnel.
  • Conducted efficient safety and compliance measures by performing frequent foot patrol and equipment inspections to ensure building and tenant safety.
  • Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems to detect potential fire risks.
  • Ensuring that all fire safety equipment is in excellent condition; carried out regular inspections to verify functionality and compliance with safety standards.

Education

Liberal Arts

Borough of Manhattan Community College
New York, NY
06-2027

High School Diploma -

Edward R Murrow High School
Brooklyn, NY
06-2017

Skills

  • Physical security expertise
  • Access control systems
  • Incident investigation
  • Emergency response planning
  • Video surveillance
  • CCTV monitoring
  • Task prioritization
  • Situational awareness
  • Decision-making
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Reliability
  • Conflict resolution
  • First aid training

Certification

  • [Introduction to Zero Trust] Training - [01/2025]
  • [Cyber Security Awareness] Training - [02/2025]
  • [DOD locks approved to safe guard classified and sensitive materials] Training - [02/2025]
  • [AWS Skill Builder Learner Guide] Training - [02/2025]
  • [First Aid CPR/ AED] Training - [10/2023]

Timeline

Access Control Specialist

Institute for Defense Analyses
04.2024 - Current

Security Officer

Security Industry Specialist, Inc.
09.2023 - 03.2024

Front Desk Receptionist/Fire Guard

Housing and Services Inc.
02.2019 - 04.2021

Liberal Arts

Borough of Manhattan Community College

High School Diploma -

Edward R Murrow High School
Spencer Jackson