Zachary Redecker
Canal Winchester,OH
Summary
Results-driven Security Professional with a proven ability to address complex challenges and deliver effective solutions. Expertise in building collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders to successfully execute projects of varying scopes. Known for strong problem-solving skills and an unwavering commitment to enhancing safety and security initiatives.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Security Systems Analyst
The Ohio State University, Office of Student Life
Columbus, OH
08.2024 - Current
- Collaborate with BuckID, Public Safety, and Facilities to recommend designs for CCTV and physical security systems.
- Collaborate with management and stakeholders to establish standards, policies, and procedures for CCTV.
- Analyze user requirements and recommend specific hardware and software solutions; develop and implement solutions to address business and safety problems.
- Manage project coordination with vendors for security equipment installations.
- Conduct installation, setup, and support management of CCTV systems in Student Life facilities.
- Managed security technology lifecycle and maintenance strategies to ensure effective implementation of systems.
- Evaluate emerging security technologies for potential implementation.
- Completed over $800,000 in projects in FY24 and FY25, upgrading all legacy analog cameras and installing cameras to meet standards in over 25 buildings.
- Lead student employees in executing preventative maintenance task.
- Provide additional security and event support, as requested by Student Life leadership.
Security Systems Technician
The Ohio State University, Office of Student Life
Columbus, Ohio
10.2022 - 07.2024
- Collaborated with Student Life, project planning, and construction teams to design security projects to meet standards, and enhance safety.
- Supported routine maintenance of CCTV applications, along with configuring associated alarm solutions.
- Managed equipment and system application life cycles, including the preventative maintenance and replacement schedule for physical security equipment.
- Managed the Student Life video review process following established guidelines.
- Designed and managed a $500,000+ camera upgrade project in the Student Union.
- Overhauled the camera schedule with Public Safety to align with industry best practices and future-proofing for analytic capabilities.
- Coordinate equipment and system training for Student Life staff.
- Acted as a liaison, aiding the Department of Public Safety with technical affairs.
- Designed an ongoing maintenance plan for more than 1500 CCTV cameras.
Security Technician - Journeyman
NCSU, Security Applications And Technologies
Raleigh, NC
01.2022 - 10.2022
- Supported and maintained intercom, emergency communication, surveillance, biometrics, access control, duress/intrusion, environmental sensors, gate controls, and remote monitoring technologies.
- Contributed to the design and execution of security systems for projects.
- Oversaw internal projects completed by in-house technicians.
- Facilitated efficient communication with vendors, contractors, university partners, and security liaisons.
- Managed inventory for service-related and project-specific materials.
- Utilized CCURE 9000, Genetec, Compass, SIMS III, and Morpho Manager for system programming.
- Assist IT and Applications teams with networking equipment, network troubleshooting, device IPAM registration, and application administration.
- Evaluated emerging security technologies such as Body Cameras, Biometric Readers, and API Integrations with Genetec and CCURE 9000.
- Supported technicians with complex troubleshooting.
Security Technician
NCSU - Security Applications And Technologies
Raleigh, NC
06.2019 - 01.2022
- Support IP-networked voice, data, and video systems, including intercom, emergency communication, surveillance, biometrics, access control, duress/intrusion, environmental sensors, gate controls, and remote monitoring technologies.
- Executed repairs on a variety of physical security and network technologies, ensuring optimal performance.
- Installed physical security technologies including cctv, access control, intrusion systems, and supporting infrastructure.
- Communicate effectively with security liaisons and university partners.
- Program card access, surveillance cameras, and alarm systems.
Education
Diploma -
Nelsonville-York High School
Nelsonville, Oh05.2019
Skills
- Statistical Evaluation
- Visual Data Analysis
- Prioritization and Time Management
- Strategic Problem Resolution
- Inventory Oversight
- System Hardware Oversight
- Program Coordination
- C-CURE 9000
- Genetec
- Honeywell Compass
- Morpho Manger
Certification
Electronic Security Association National Training School
- Certified Alarm Technician (CAT) Level One
Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX)
- Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED)
Software House
- C-Cure 9000 System Installer/Maintainer
Genetec
- SC-ETC-001 Security Center - Enterprise Technical Certification
- SC-OTC-002 Security Center - Omnicast Advanced Configuration and Troubleshooting
- SC-OTC-001+SC-STC-001-5.11 - Security Center Omnicast & Synergis Certification
Sunbelt Rentals
- Mobile Elevated Work Platform Operator Training - Boom Lifts 3b
- Mobile Elevated Work Platform Operator Training - Scissor Lifts 3a
FEMA
- IS.00240.b - Leadership and Influence
- IS.00241.b - Decision Making and Problem Solving
- IS.00700.a - National Incident Management System (NIMS)
- IS.00800.c - National Response Framework
Timeline
Security Systems Analyst
The Ohio State University, Office of Student Life
08.2024 - Current
Security Systems Technician
The Ohio State University, Office of Student Life
10.2022 - 07.2024
Security Technician - Journeyman
NCSU, Security Applications And Technologies
01.2022 - 10.2022
Security Technician
NCSU - Security Applications And Technologies
06.2019 - 01.2022
Diploma -
Nelsonville-York High School
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