Stephon Muse
Alexandria,VA
Summary
- 15 Years in the field of threat detection, protective surveillance, and counter-surveillance.
- 12 Years of experience leading protective surveillance teams.
- Granted Secret Security Clearance in December 2005
- Extremely skilled and well trained at gathering intel, while remaining undetected by subjects of interest.
- Effectively capable of detecting covert hostile surveillance of principals.
- Skilled at blending in to area profiles to remain undetected.
- Detail oriented with excellent time management, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills.
- Excellent at motivating others to perform at their personal best.
- Strong ability to clearly and effectively communicate oral and written analysis.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
School Security Coordinator
Arlington Public Schools
Arlington, VA
10.2024 - Current
- Initiated investigations into security breach events, analyzing findings to determine cause and develop preventive solutions.
- Conducted regular safety drills, preparing staff to respond effectively in emergency situations.
- Assessed existing security infrastructure for vulnerabilities, recommending upgrades as needed to maintain optimal protection levels.
- Improved overall site safety by coordinating with maintenance teams to address potential hazards promptly.
- Assists administration in performing searches of students and school property.
- Managed access control systems, ensuring only authorized individuals gained entry into secured areas.
- Deescalate confrontations between students, parents, visitors, and community members while on school property.
- Work collaboratively with school site administration and law enforcement personnel in coordination of security services.
Surveillance Role Player, Instructor
The Venona Project
Arlington, VA
08.2018 - 10.2018
- Designed surveillance detection routes for students to implement during training exercises
- Conducted surveillance activities, evaluated students’ performance, and provided feedback during debriefing
- Instructed students on surveillance trade-craft and terminology
- Effectively communicated with team members to maximize the students training experience
Protective Intelligence Team Lead, Independent Contractor
Vaxcom Services INC
Fairfax, VA
12.2005 - Current
- Engaged in CONUS Surveillance Detection and Counter Surveillance as part of a coordinated operations team on classified Government contracts.
- Identified, evaluated and reported threat indicators.
- Interfaced with Customer representatives.
- Supervised and mentored other SD team members.
- Performed threat assessments and vulnerability analysis pertaining to fixed and mobile assets.
- Prioritize threat levels and respond with the appropriate amount of resources to gather the needed intelligence.
- Coordinated with local law enforcement on successful joint efforts.
Education
Criminal Justice
Radford University
Radford, VAReceived the highest level of protective intelligence certification from Vaxcom Services -
Wakefield High School
Arlington, VASkills
- CPR/First Aid Certification
- Emergency Planning (FEMA)
- Standard Reunification (DCJS)
- Standard Response Protocol (DCJS)
- Surveillance Detection Routes
- Effectively Leading Surveillance Teams
- Implementing Effective Surveillance Strategies
- Training others in Surveillance Trade-Craft Methods
- Remaining undetected by subjects of interest
- Maintaining an effective cover while working in the field
Timeline
School Security Coordinator
Arlington Public Schools
10.2024 - Current
Surveillance Role Player, Instructor
The Venona Project
08.2018 - 10.2018
Protective Intelligence Team Lead, Independent Contractor
Vaxcom Services INC
12.2005 - Current
Received the highest level of protective intelligence certification from Vaxcom Services -
Wakefield High School
Criminal Justice
Radford University