Cybersecurity
STEVE BERNAL
Security Management Executive
Washington,DC
Summary
Seasoned security leader with over twenty years in private security and law enforcement, skilled in developing and managing security risk strategies, physical security services, and crisis management solutions for both corporate and government clients. Adept at overseeing event security, guest services, and the implementation of advanced security systems to ensure safety and smooth operations. Strong business acumen and a collaborative approach, with a track record of working effectively with diverse teams, government officials, and business leaders.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
English | Spanish
Work History
Security Operations Manager
The Phillips Collection
Washington, DC
09.2023 - Current
- Direct safety and security operations for a modern arts museum located in the heart of Washington, DC, housing over 200 employees, exhibitions, VIP events, and an invaluable modern art collection that attracts visitors worldwide
- Develop and implement safety and security policies and procedures that support the organization's overall safety and risk management strategy for its permanent art collection and museum spaces
- Conduct investigations and compile reports on guest complaints, theft, loss, accidents, and regular site security assessments
- Oversee the management of fifty part-time and full-time security personnel, the security operations center, full-time security supervisors, and the Associate Security Manager
- Manage and oversee departmental budgets, payroll, staff training, and coordinate events and special international exhibits.
Chief of Security and Safety
Organization of American States, OAS
, Washington
02.2016 - 12.2022
- Responsible for the development and implementation of the International Organization of American States' security and safety program that safeguards a campus consisting of five Class B buildings, with over 600,000 sq Ft Of downtown office space, occupied by over 700 employees, housing the offices of the Secretary General and thirty-five-member country diplomats, that make up its governing body
- Liaison to the U.S Secret Service, Washington Field Office, Foreign Missions Branch, and U.S
- Department of State, Diplomatic Security Services, on all security coordination efforts for dignitaries and heads of state visits to the organization
- Led a five-year improvement project to update the organization's security controls, including new access control equipment, a visitor management system, and upgrades to outdated CCTV systems and UHF communications equipment
- Oversee and manage vendor relations, as well as the daily operations for over forty full-time and part-time contract security officers, and two project managers.
International Security Manager
Interamerican Development Bank, IDB
, Washington
01.2014 - 02.2016
- Responsible for overseeing the implementation of the Inter-American Bank's (IDB) organizational policy on personal security, travel, in-country security, and crisis management training for Regional Officers and mission staff across Latin America and the Caribbean
- Oversee international security services, vendors, and technology contracts with local companies, and evaluate security systems operations and upgrades for Regional Security Offices
- Conduct regular visits to regional offices to evaluate guard services contracts, technology, crisis management capability, and safety standards
- Maintained close working relationships with local and international officials on regional security concerns.
Program Director
SOSI International
Reston
06.2012 - 01.2014
- Led a classified federal training program, establishing a training facility for special units combating narco-terrorism under the auspices of the UN Office on Drugs and Crime and U.S State Department.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Administration of Justice
George Mason University
Diplomatic Protection Services
U.S State Department
A&M Engineering - Extension Services, Emergency Management
Texas, GW University
Commissioned Law Enforcement Officer -
Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Academy
Skills
- Intrusion detection systems
- Network security monitoring
- Risk management strategies
- Operations management
- Investigation techniques
- Compliance management
- Emergency response
- Asset protection
- Surveillance systems
- Emergency planning
Interests
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteHybridImportant To Me
Flexible work hoursWork from home option401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingHealthcare benefitsPaid sick leaveCompany CultureWork-life balanceCareer advancementPersonal development programsTeam Building / Company Retreats4-day work weekPaid time offAffiliations
- ASIS International
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design
Timeline
Security Operations Manager
The Phillips Collection
09.2023 - Current
Chief of Security and Safety
Organization of American States, OAS
02.2016 - 12.2022
International Security Manager
Interamerican Development Bank, IDB
01.2014 - 02.2016
Program Director
SOSI International
06.2012 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Science - Administration of Justice
George Mason University
Diplomatic Protection Services
U.S State Department
A&M Engineering - Extension Services, Emergency Management
Texas, GW University
Commissioned Law Enforcement Officer -
Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Academy
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