THALES RODRIGUES
Boynton Beach,FL
Summary
Combat-tested U.S. Marine Corps and U.S. Army Infantryman with more than a decade of operational experience in armed security, force protection, and executive protection roles. Licensed armed security professional in the State of FLorida.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Protection Specialist (Armed)
Gideon Risk
Manalapan, FL
12.2025 - Current
- Provided low-profile armed executive protection for an Ultra High Net Worth individual and family.
- Conducted detailed advance planning, route analysis, and threat assessments to ensure secure and discreet movement.
- Maintained continuous situational awareness and applied surveillance and counter-surveillance techniques during all movements and engagements.
- Executed coordinated emergency response actions to preserve principal safety under dynamic conditions.
- Monitored surveillance systems to ensure safety of clients and premises.
- Maintained detailed documentation of daily activities and security measures implemented.
Infantry Team Leader
United States Marine Corps & US Army National Guard
USA/Syria/Eastern Europe/East Asia
10.2014 - 01.2025
- Conducted armed force protection and security operations in combat environments.
- Executed convoy security missions and area defense.
- Protected and transported high ranking personnel and mission-critical assets while coordinating operations with allied forces.
- Trained and mentored junior Marines, enhancing overall team performance and operational readiness.
- Advised NATO partners while conducting patrols and surveillance missions during multiple international deployments.
- Led infantry team in Close Quarters Battle (CQB) training, directing room-clearing procedures, threat identification, and coordinated movement in confined environments while maintaining strict weapons safety and team communication.
Armed Security Officer
Allied Universal Security
Delray Beach, FL
02.2019 - 03.2021
- Conducted thorough security patrols to ensure safety and compliance in assigned areas.
- Monitored surveillance systems, identifying potential security threats and responding promptly.
- Enforced access control procedures, verifying identification and granting entry to authorized personnel only.
- Collaborated with law enforcement during incidents, ensuring effective communication and response strategies.
- Developed incident reports detailing occurrences, contributing to risk assessments and improved security measures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Olympic Heights
Boca Raton, FL08.2014
Skills
- Physical fitness
- Client confidentiality
- Incident reporting
- Emergency response planning
- Advanced threat assessment
- Personal security detail
Certification
- Florida Class D & G Security License
- Florida CCW
- U.S. Military Infantry Training
- Rifle/Pistol/Crew-Served Weapons
- BJJ Purple Belt
- First Aid / CPR
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Executive Protection Specialist (Armed)
Gideon Risk
12.2025 - Current
Armed Security Officer
Allied Universal Security
02.2019 - 03.2021
Infantry Team Leader
United States Marine Corps & US Army National Guard
10.2014 - 01.2025
High School Diploma -
Olympic Heights