Thomas Jacobson

• As security officer at singular visitor entry location, verified all visitors to ensure there was no unauthorized facility access.
• Provided professional customer service to all visitors, including high level government, military and industry leaders.
• Maintained detailed records of all security-related activities for accurate reporting and analysis purposes.
• Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.

Provided oversight and professional guidance to US and Allied military personnel working on various US made MRAP vehicles.

Serviced and upgraded various MRAP military vehicles utilized by the US military and various allies overseas.

• Acted as trucking distribution terminal security officer, examining inbound and outbound vehicles to ensure inventory accountability.
• Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
• Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.

Provided oversight and professional guidance to US and Allied military personnel working on various US made MRAP vehicles.

Serviced and upgraded various MRAP military vehicles utilized by the US military and various allies overseas.

Acted as the Project Manager for an upgrade to the proprietary access control system for the Palo Alto campus of Stanford, including all university buildings, dormitories and off-campus student housing.

Oversaw budgeting, contractor hiring and final system testing.

Oversaw a staff of 3 Special Agents, 30 Sworn Federal law Enforcement Officers and 100+ Security Officers assigned to protect the NASA Ames Research Center and Moffett Federal Airfield complex.

Responsible for managing all corporate security and safety programs to ensure a secure, professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.

Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.

Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.

Managed all global corporate security and safety programs to ensure a secure, professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons, both in the US and overseas.

Managed a security staff of 35 personnel, ensuring proper training in all aspects premises security, access control and customer service.

Oversaw the installation of cutting-edge security technologies, significantly reducing vulnerabilities on the premises.

Coordinated with local law enforcement agencies to address potential threats and share relevant information, especially as it related to the targeting of our animal research facilities.

Responsible for conducting security audits and testing on all subcontractors to LSMC on various classified government programs.

Oversaw the security program for a classified Special Access contract involving Singer-Link and a branch of the military.

Conducted inspections of all DoD contractors within our territory which had classified contracts with the US government and military.

Ensured 100% compliance with all access control, document classification and retention, as well as subcontractor compliance with the same.

Served on Active Duty from July, 1975 to December, 1985. transferred to Active Reserve in December, 1985 and retired in March, 1997.

Retired as a Commander (O-5).