Yakacen Morton
Southampton,NY
Summary
Dynamic security management professional with extensive expertise in risk assessment, incident response, and access control. Proven ability to foster team collaboration to achieve security objectives while adeptly navigating evolving environments. Highly skilled in implementing surveillance systems, access control measures, and emergency preparedness strategies, ensuring robust protection frameworks. Dependable and results-oriented, dedicated to establishing and sustaining secure environments that prioritize safety and efficiency, with a commitment to enhancing skills in cybersecurity tools to further safeguard businesses in both physical and technical domains.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Security Officer
Little Beach Harvest
Southampton, NY
04.2024 - Current
- Assisted in the development of site-specific security plans, incorporating unique facility requirements and providing comprehensive protection measures.
- Managed access control systems, ensuring only authorized personnel were granted entry to restricted areas.
- Managed all aspects of physical security, including access control, CCTV monitoring, and regular inspections of perimeter fencing and lighting systems.
- Collaborated with management to develop effective security strategies, aligning with corporate objectives and industry best practices.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Streamlined daily operations for increased efficiency, effectively delegating tasks to team members.
Security Officer
Roman Sanford
Southampton, NY
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Improved overall security by conducting regular patrols and monitoring surveillance systems.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Developed strong relationships with local community members to foster trust between Roman Sanford's security team and its neighbors.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
Lead Security Officer
Zebra Technologies
Holtsville, NY
08.2018 - 11.2023
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
- Trained Staff in security protocols and helped with scheduling shifts.
- As lead guard in charge of training, established protocols and regiment to train more efficiently.
- Also assisted the company in creating spreadsheets, sending emails and compiling information to initiate new protocols to create better operating procedures.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations by using de-escalation techniques
- Maintained access control of facility with over 2000 employees.
Sales Manager
Unkechaug Nation Novelties
Mastic, NY
01.2015 - 08.2018
- Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
- Coached employees in successful selling methods and encouraged cross-selling to drive revenue.
- Maintained ethical and positive working environment to reduce turnover and promote high retention rates.
- Established and cultivated solid business relationships with new or existing customers.
- Resolved customer issues quickly to close deals and boost client satisfaction.
Education
High School Diploma -
Southampton High School
Southampton, NY06-2008
Some College (No Degree) - Political Science
SUNY Stony Brook
Stony Brook, NYSkills
- Conflict resolution techniques
- First aid/cpr/AED training
- Microsoft office experience
- Team Leadership
- Highly dependable
- Fast learner
- Detail Oriented
- Risk assessment
- Effective communicator
- Cybersecurity basics
- Access control
- Incident response
Certification
Security License - 2017-Present
Cpr/First aid/ AED certification
Software
Lenel security systems
Milestone security camera
Microsoft office
SQL
Linux Operating System
Timeline
Lead Security Officer
Little Beach Harvest
04.2024 - Current
Security Officer
Roman Sanford
11.2023 - 04.2024
Lead Security Officer
Zebra Technologies
08.2018 - 11.2023
Sales Manager
Unkechaug Nation Novelties
01.2015 - 08.2018
High School Diploma -
Southampton High School
Some College (No Degree) - Political Science
SUNY Stony Brook