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Vincent McDermott

Ponte Vedra,FL

Summary

Accomplished security professional with a proven track record at the New York Police Department, adept in situational awareness and defensive driving. Excelled in high-stress environments, ensuring client safety and confidentiality. Demonstrated expertise in security planning and discreet presence, significantly enhancing employer and client security protocols.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Bodyguard and Estate Manager

Kisco Office Services
07.2006 - 10.2023
  • Provided personal security and protection for high-profile individual, ensuring their safety at all times.
  • Safely transported client to various locations, following traffic laws and maintaining a high level of vigilance.
  • Possessed excellent driving skills and knowledge of defensive driving techniques to navigate through high-risk situations.
  • Managed logistics and coordination of client's schedule to optimize safety and efficiency of travel.
  • Maintained a professional and discreet demeanor at all times, representing client's image with integrity.
  • Supervised staffing, maintenance, supply, and contractor work on a 275-acre farm while also overseeing security operations.


Police Officer

New York Police Department
01.1986 - 01.2006
  • Conducted routine patrols of highways in New York City to enforce traffic laws and regulations, ensuring public safety on roadways.
  • Responded to emergencies and accidents on the highway, providing immediate assistance and coordinating with emergency services as needed.
  • Investigated traffic violations, accidents, and criminal activity on the highways, gathering evidence and preparing reports for presentation in court.
  • Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies and departments to coordinate traffic enforcement efforts and ensure seamless communication during incidents.
  • Conducted sobriety checkpoints and enforced laws related to impaired driving, working to prevent accidents and promote safe driving behavior.
  • Engaged with the community through educational programs and outreach initiatives to promote highway safety and build positive relationships with residents.
  • Served as a first responder in high-stress situations, providing aid to injured individuals and maintaining composure under pressure.
  • Participated in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to enhance skills and stay current on new laws and procedures relevant to highway patrol duties.

Loss Prevention Asset Manager

Marriott
05.1982 - 12.1985
  • Upheld guest and property safety and security standards
  • Conduct regular patrols of property premises to ensure security
  • Monitored CCTV and alarm systems for any suspicious activity
  • Controlled access to secure areas by authorizing, monitoring, and documenting entries
  • Handled safety hazard incidents promptly and efficiently
  • Assisted guests and employees in emergencies

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

New York Institute of Technology
Old Westbury
05.1982

Skills

  • Situational Awareness
  • Defensive Driving
  • Self-defense techniques
  • Physical Fitness
  • Vehicle Maintenance
  • Threat Assessment
  • Surveillance Detection
  • VIP Escorting
  • Security Planning
  • Discreet Presence
  • Client Confidentiality
  • Security Protocols

Timeline

Personal Bodyguard and Estate Manager

Kisco Office Services
07.2006 - 10.2023

Police Officer

New York Police Department
01.1986 - 01.2006

Loss Prevention Asset Manager

Marriott
05.1982 - 12.1985

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

New York Institute of Technology
Vincent McDermott