Suresh "David" Parag
Tracy
Summary
Qualified Security Officer with experience maintaining safety for campus grounds and facilities. Talented at roving control and entrance control. Successfully remains calm in high-pressure situations and interactions with difficult individuals. Detail-oriented Security Officer equipped with excellent memory and awareness of people, events and facilities. Skilled in responding to emergency situations and providing crisis intervention. Exercises sound judgment during crisis and emergency situations. Protective Security Guard with over 15 years of experience working to promote safety of people and premises in assigned area. Expertise in controlling exits and entrances and testing and inspecting fire and security systems. Proactive and watchful professional possessing deep knowledge of of security operations and safety practices.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Specialist
Allied/Universal
Walnut Creek, CA
02.2024 - 02.2025
- Investigated security breaches and reported findings to management with recommendations for improvement.
- Identified suspicious activity to determine appropriate response.
- Monitored building and property entrances and exits to detect intrusions and protect assets.
- Monitored CCTV systems to ensure safety and security of premises.
- Reviewed guest identification and employee credentials to authorize entry onto premises.
- Monitored security cameras to identify and respond to suspicious activity.
- Completed required shift logs and reports, highlighting routine activities, suspicious circumstances and critical incidents.
Security Officer
Prosegur
Milpitas, CA
11.2023 - 09.2024
- Greeted staff, guests, vendors, contractors. upon arrival at the facility entrance.
- Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
- Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
Security Officer
Securitas Security Services USA
Mountain View, CA
11.2021 - 05.2024
- Conducted security patrols to ensure safety of personnel and property.
- Verified visitor identification, provided access authorization and tracked visitors' movements within the facility.
- Provided escorts for employees when requested by management or customers.
- Inspected doors, windows and gates to ensure they are properly locked after hours.
- Conducted drills regularly to test response time during emergency situations.
- Managed access control badges for employees entering the building.
- Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.
- Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
Security Site Supervisor
First Alarm Security & Patrol
San Mateo, CA
03.2014 - 11.2021
- Conducted security assessments and identified areas of vulnerability.
- Supervised the daily operations of a security team to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Provided training for new security personnel on safety protocols and emergency response plans.
- Investigated suspicious activity and reported findings to the appropriate authorities as needed.
- Developed detailed reports on incidents and submitted them to management for review.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries or complaints regarding security issues.
- Implemented strategies to reduce potential threats and mitigate risk in high-traffic areas.
Shift Supervisor
Andrews International Security
Santa Clara, CA
05.2010 - 07.2014
- Ensured security staff is properly trained and certified in accordance with company policies and local regulations.
- Monitored security operations to ensure compliance with established procedures and standards.
- Conducted regular patrols of the premises to identify potential threats or safety hazards.
- Investigated incidents, wrote detailed reports, and made recommendations for improvements in the security program.
Senior Surveillance Investigator
MJM Investigations
Raleigh, NC
04.2005 - 05.2010
- Conducted detailed surveillance investigations to identify potential fraudulent activities.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to surveillance investigations.
- Analyzed evidence gathered from surveillance operations and prepared comprehensive reports.
- Interviewed witnesses, suspects, and other individuals involved in the investigation process.
- Monitored suspect's movements using various tools such as binoculars and cameras.
Education
Surveillance Investigations
Vocational Education
04-2004
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
De Anza College
Cupertino, CA09-1982
High School Diploma -
Oak Grove High School
San Jose, CA05-1980
Skills
- Access Control
- Stationary surveillance
- Arrest procedures
- Identification verification
- Crime Prevention
- CCTV Monitoring
- Electronic surveillance
- Investigation documentation
- Emergency Management
- Staff Management
- Alarm monitoring
- Crisis intervention training
- Security systems knowledge
- Fire safety training
- Investigative abilities
- Report Writing
Timeline
Security Specialist
Allied/Universal
02.2024 - 02.2025
Security Officer
Prosegur
11.2023 - 09.2024
Security Officer
Securitas Security Services USA
11.2021 - 05.2024
Security Site Supervisor
First Alarm Security & Patrol
03.2014 - 11.2021
Shift Supervisor
Andrews International Security
05.2010 - 07.2014
Senior Surveillance Investigator
MJM Investigations
04.2005 - 05.2010
Surveillance Investigations
Vocational Education
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
De Anza College
High School Diploma -
Oak Grove High School
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