Bobby Cannon, Cpp, Psp Email & Phone Number

United States

Americas

• Managed security operations and technology projects for 90+ data centers throughout North and South America on the Center of Excellence team.
• Responsible for vendor budget including invoicing, evaluating annual pricing, and new proposals. Led budget reviews, data analysis, and pricing transparency efforts to assist in cost reductions while maintaining.
• Led cross-functional risk assessments and follow-on action item projects to mitigate identified risks.
• Created an internal security assessment, and physical penetration testing program based on company and external compliance standards.
• Led full scope of projects for access control and camera upgrade projects for data centers internationally.
• Creation of tailored training for Use of Force, active shooter awareness, social engineering, and security awareness for all employees in the Americas region

Georgia

• Responsible for managing a portfolio of 25+ security teams for corporate campuses, offices, and retail properties throughout Georgia.
• Awarded as a 2018 and 2019 “Legends Club” member based on high individual performance, in the highest performing team.
• Responsible for sales of over $1.5M in new security services
• Saved company funds by creating efficient systems and processes during audits of equipment and technology.
• Provided cost effective solutions for customers for both new and existing security programs to minimize risk while achieving business goals.
• Organize programs and training for staff on life safety issues such as Security Awareness, Fire, Inclement weather, and Active Shooter incidents.

Georgia, United States

Commercial and Single Family Real estate leasing and management

United States

• Responsible for sales of software licenses, and associated surveillance and security equipment in North America to federal, state, and private customers working in the Emergency Management, law enforcement, and.
• Built sales processes, customer relationship fundamentals, and growth strategies for a startup company.
• Provided consultative sales approach to identify customer issues and identify solutions.
• Learned and utilized encryption methodologies, GPS tracking devices, electrical relay systems, and multiple camera systems.
• Trained and guided emergency response, special weapons and tactics, technical surveillance and investigations, and executive protections teams throughout the United States.

Afghanistan

• Led and managed executive protection, physical, and aviation security operations for a 180 member guard force in Kabul, Afghanistan and maintained contractual standards set by customer.
• Enhanced the capabilities of the Force Protection section and provided guidance for security personnel in various positions.
• Created multiple operations procedures and ensured 100% compliance; directly saved millions of dollars in company assets, and ensured business continuity during crises.
• Responsible for assessing critical infrastructure (airfields) throughout Afghanistan, and potential risks that could affect operations.
• Planned and executed security details for company and US government personnel around the city of Kabul; served as Agent-in-Charge, Shift Leader, and Advance Agent.
• Assessed risk, and mitigated security concerns using creative solutions.

Kabul, Afghanistan

• Team leader for the physical security response unit for the US Embassy.
• Implemented site-wide protection plans and access control standards for the US State Department. Provided intelligence and protection for multiple high level government personnel in unsecure areas.
• Daily oversight on international guard force, and provided support when problems were escalated for a solution.
• Conducted security operations for the largest high profile site in the local area with no incidents leading to injury or loss of life.

Camp Pendleton, CA

• Managed and led team of 12 Marines and guided team development, technical skills training, and professional counseling sessions to motivate employees to achieve individual and organizational objectives.
• Provided numerous protective details in Najaf Iraq for visiting ambassadors, generals, and Iraqi Prime Minister.
• Planned, conducted, and achieved goals on numerous operations for physical security and progress sustainability in high threat areas.
• Served as the issuing authority for equipment; responsibilities included accounting, tracking and disbursement of over $1 million worth of sensitive items.

Bachelor Of Science Business Administration, Management

Associate Of Arts - Aa