ZACHARY KAPPEN
Security Specialist
Cincinnati,OH
Summary
Results-driven security professional with 8 years of experience in large and small-scale security operations, specializing in the development and implementation of innovative security measures. Proficient in training and leading security teams and maintaining strong collaboration with local law enforcement agencies for seamless emergency response coordination.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Security Officer
GardaWorld Security Services
10.2023 - Current
- Assess and manage access for business partners, employees, maintenance team, housekeeping team, and contractors
- Monitor 175 CCTV cameras between 3 facilities
- Maintain consistent communications with leadership and personnel regarding potential concerns with biochemical hazards, USDA regulations, and OSHA violations.
Security Officer, Security Sergeant, Lead Sergeant, Assistant Director
GardaWorld Security Services
02.2019 - 09.2023
- Safeguard 400,000 sq ft property and client organization's assets and personnel based on an analysis of statistical evidence of team productivity and incidence patterns
- Collaborate with local law enforcement agencies to ensure seamless coordination during security or health incidents and large events hosting up to 75,000 guests
- Enhance the customer experience by ensuring a secure environment for visitors, residents, and employees through proactive security measures and exemplary service
- Conduct thorough investigations including monitoring and reviewing 140+ CCTV cameras, interviews, photo documentation, collaboration with outside agencies and organizations, and completion of a thorough and detailed written report
- Create proactive policies and action plans to improve the efficiency of patrols, postal procedures, training content and methods, dispatch surveillance, and communications
- Coordinate officer scheduling and payroll and conduct fire code compliance checks, sprinkler system operations and fire extinguisher inspections.
Safety Officer, Safety Team Trainer
Campus Watch Safety Team
11.2016 - 12.2018
- Patrol Main Campus, Medical Campus, East Campus and surrounding areas to maintain a safe environment for students, faculty, and the general public
- Create and implement a tactical plan to address crime patterns
- Collaborate with law enforcement during active shooter situations and bomb threats
- Safeguard sporting events, graduation ceremonies, and large campus functions
- Train officers in best practices, tactics, situational awareness, and stress management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH05.2019
Skills
- Risk Assessment
- Crisis Management
- Access Control
- Incident Response
- Surveillance
- Emergency Planning
- Security Compliance
- Facility Security
- Security Operations
- Security Management
- Investigation Techniques
- CCTV Monitoring
- Fire Safety
- Asset Protection
- Guest/Client Service
- Microsoft Applications
- Report Writing
- Incident Reporting
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Team Leadership
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 20 Security Sergeants & Officers
- Led team of 70 emergency personnel during large populated event. Personnel included staff, Event Security, Sheriffs Department and Rapid Response Team.
- Conducted multiple Emergency Evacuations throughout career that resulted in no hurt personnel or civilians.
- Conducted many Investigations that led to recovery of stolen property and property damage as well as locating suspects that had committed acts of violence against civilians and staff.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop statistical data charts on crime patterns, officer efficiency, response time, situations/investigations resolved.
Certification
- Occupational Safety Health Administration, 30 HOUR TRAINING
- Ohio Conceal Carry License, FIREARMS TRAINING
- Red Cross 2023, FIRST AID & CPR/AED
Awards
- Eagle Scout
- Officer of the Month (10/2017, 08/2019, 10/2019, 12/2019, 06/2020)
References
- Greg Cook, greg.cook@garda.com, 304-222-9431
- Andy Bill, 513-675-9137
- Daniel Maloy, hisservant6@gmail.com, 513-505-0031
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Do not go where the path may lead, go where there is no path and leave a trail.
Ralph Waldo Emerson
Timeline
Security Officer
GardaWorld Security Services
10.2023 - Current
Security Officer, Security Sergeant, Lead Sergeant, Assistant Director
GardaWorld Security Services
02.2019 - 09.2023
Safety Officer, Safety Team Trainer
Campus Watch Safety Team
11.2016 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Cincinnati
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