Yolanda Briggs
Memphis,TN
Summary
Proven security professional with extensive experience in implementing security procedures and responding to threats, demonstrated during tenure at Allied Universal Security Services. Skilled in data security and maintaining order, adept at fostering a safe environment through effective surveillance and team training. Excels in fast-paced settings, ensuring a high level of security assurance and compliance. Competent Security Officer with 20 years of experience in a Jail setting environments. Quick and agile with strong critical thinking capabilities. Dedicated Transportation Security Officer with observant nature and firm grasp of security procedures and standards. Excellent time management and organizational abilities backed by disciplined nature and strong communication skills. Trained in security scanning and identification measures. Watchful professional offering comprehensive, hands-on experience identifying, investigating, and responding to information security alerts. Expertise in searching through data-sets to detect threats and anomalies and administering metrics to maintain security processes and controls. Focused on helping businesses safeguard sensitive data from hackers and cyber-criminals. Successful Deputy Jailer with solid background in security operations and combat tactics. Disciplined and proficient with weapons and security equipment.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security
Methodlist Lebonheur Healthcare
09.2022 - Current
- Assessed electronic security systems and reported malfunctions.
- Maintained safety and security of youth under care.
- Monitored employee activities, confirming compliance with security regulations.
- Oversaw area games to maintain security and compliance.
- Managed physical security of weapons, munitions and keys.
- Monitored test security and enforced rules.
- Managed security and access control by overseeing surveillance camera, alarm and card access systems for facility safety and security.
- Assessed security measures against government policies and regulations.
- Trained personnel on security best practices, protocols and procedures.
- Conducted frequent security audits to identify potential problems related to physical security, staff safety, and asset protection.
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
02.2020 - 09.2022
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Answered alarms, investigated disturbances, and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
Deputy Jailer
Shelby County Sheriff Department
03.2001 - 04.2019
- Received and processed inmates into custody of institution by searching prisoners and taking charge of personal property.
- Utilized weapons, handcuffs, and physical force to maintain discipline and order among prisoners.
- Oversaw conduct of [Number] prisoners to prevent escapes or violent behavior.
- Documented prisoner identification, charges and inmate disturbance incidents.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent dangerous and inappropriate activities, supervising over [Number] inmates simultaneously.
- Examined incoming and outgoing mail to detect contraband.
- Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
- Monitored radio transmissions between staff to respond immediately to directions and emergencies.
- Maintained jail security by performing frequent security checks within cell block and inspecting each cell for contraband.
- Arranged library visits, work assignments, family visits and counseling appointments for prisoners.
- Guarded facility entrances to screen visitors, using x-rays and ION scanner devices.
- Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
- Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
- Coordinated with other law enforcement personnel to exchange information.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
- Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
- Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
Education
High School Diploma -
Carver High School
Memphis, TN05.1979
Skills
- Security threat response
- Data Security
- Security Procedure Implementation
- Security station experience
- Crowd Security
- Security patrols
- Maintaining security
- Security assurance
- Information Security Protocols
- Transportation Security
- Security Guard License
- Network security architecture
- Security Protocols
Certification
- Certified Armed Security, Methodist Lebonheur and Allied - 5 years
Timeline
Security
Methodlist Lebonheur Healthcare
09.2022 - Current
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
02.2020 - 09.2022
Deputy Jailer
Shelby County Sheriff Department
03.2001 - 04.2019
High School Diploma -
Carver High School
- Certified Armed Security, Methodist Lebonheur and Allied - 5 years
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