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Clarkston, Mi, Us

New York Metropolitan Area, Ny, Us

• Gap Analysis: Complete site risk assessments on existing and future sites then assist in identifying, designing, implementing, and managing physical security processes to mitigate security incidents.• Security Operations: Manage site security logistics plans to ensure compliance with site operations during construction then ongoing administrative and customer support for camera, video, intrusion and visitor management systems.• Training/Policy Development: Develop employee security awareness training, corporate security standards/policies, contract security Post Orders, emergency action plans, and training/mentoring for those monitoring and responding to incidents.• Project Management: Coordinate design, installation, operation, maintenance of security systems and the compliance with agreements with contractors.

Milpitas, Ca, Us

• Risk Assessments: Execute comprehensive risk assessments across diverse environments, culminating in detailed reports that include design recommendations, product suggestions, and cost estimates.• Consulting Services: Deliver expert consulting services to clients, both current and prospective, to develop or improve physical security programs by integrating advanced technology (access control, video management, intercom, intrusion, key, and visitor management systems) and preparing policy, specifications, or master plans.• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with departments such as Professional Services, Integration, Design, Finance, and Procurement to synergize efforts and optimize physical security programs.• Vendor Management: Direct vendor relationships and supervised the design and implementation of security systems, ensuring alignment with project goals and client requirements.

Successfully met or exceeded client expectations through diverse offerings, including:• Technical expertise in the assessment, design, budgeting, implementation and management of physical security programs.• Expert Witness and Subject Matter Expert in facility security• Conducting third party sensitive investigations• Authoring Physical Security Policy/Standards and site Post Orders• Completing site physical security threat assessments, mitigating risk, increasing compliance while improving site safety• Providing security program leadership during transitions with in-house and contract resources• Public speaker and educator• Managed executive protection operations• Technical advisor for motion pictures and television

San Diego, Ca, Us

(Previously Progenity)• Program Development & Implementation: Spearheaded the development and implementation of a comprehensive facility security and employee health and safety program across nationwide locations, establishing robust standards and protocols.• Infrastructure Improvement: Revitalized security infrastructure by implementing electronic visitor management and enhanced intrusion detection systems, significantly improving oversight and safety.• Security Assessment & Strategy Development: Executed detailed site security and safety assessments at each location, identified critical vulnerabilities, and crafted strategic roadmaps to boost safety and operational efficiency while reducing costs.• System Standardization: Standardized access control and video management systems across all facilities, enhancing security measures and cost reductions.• Leadership & Innovation: Recruited to lead and innovate in creating a security and safety framework, driving significant improvements in employee protection and compliance.

Coppell, Texas, Us

(Acquired by Fulgent Genetics)• Leadership in Facility Security and Employee Health and Safety: Spearheaded assessing and enhancing facility security and employee health and safety protocols for all nationwide locations.• Regulatory Compliance and Policy Development: Collaborated with senior management to develop and implement corporate security and privacy compliance policies, ensuring adherence to regulatory guidelines and best practice standards.• Cost-Effective Security Redesign: Successfully redesigned the physical security command center with minimal cost, significantly improving the efficiency of employees responsible for monitoring cameras, access control, alarms, and environmental alerts.• Operational Efficiency in Security Systems: Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify needs at each location, then standardized and reconfigured security systems, reducing operating costs and enhancing efficiency.

Severance, Co, Us

• Project Management: Successfully managed a multi-million-dollar project, completing it more than a year ahead of schedule, resulting in substantial cost savings and improved operational efficiency.• Multifunctional Collaboration: Worked closely with all organizational levels, Saptron IT team members, and external contract resources, ensuring seamless integration and project success.• Security Assessment: Conducted comprehensive site assessments at each facility, providing executive management with actionable recommendations for improving security infrastructure.• Comprehensive Implementation: Executed cost-effective design plans, incorporating a total infrastructure upgrade, redeployment of security cameras, enhanced visitor/vendor control and access, standardized electronic access control systems, intercoms, electronic key management, and intrusion detection systems.

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• Managed Day-to-Day Operations: Directed the daily security operations for regional headquarters and remote disaster recovery (DR) site, ensuring the safety of over 200 bank employees and 300 building tenants.• Engineered Security Upgrades: Successfully engineered and implemented a $750K security and facility camera upgrade and redeployment, significantly enhancing site security.• Enhanced Security Policies: Improved security policies and standards, managed contract guard services, and introduced innovative security systems to ensure a robust security environment.• Vendor Relationships: Established and maintained vendor relationships, created a program budget, and worked closely with all levels of the organization and building tenants to ensure effective security measures.• Adherence with Federal Regulations: Ensured compliance with Federal regulations and tenant requirements under the scrutiny of government auditors, maintaining the highest standards of security and regulatory compliance.• Investigated Sensitive Matters: Conducted investigations into allegations of employee wrongdoing, possible crimes, and employee health and safety concerns, protecting the organization's reputation and security.

(Acquired by Allied Universal)• Provided and Managed Security Services at a Large Scale: Worked as a key part of the national account team for one of the biggest companies that offers contracted security guard services, and coordinated with corporate and branch offices to deliver and set up extensive services for clients who operate nationally.• Prepared and Presented RFP and RFI Response Documents: Developed, submitted, and presented comprehensive Request for Proposal (RFP) and Request for Information (RFI) response documents to secure new business.• Managed Client Transitions and Met Contract Specifics: Worked closely with client stakeholders and branch offices nationwide to ensure smooth transitions, successfully meeting contract specifics and client expectations.• Augmented Client Resources: Routinely engaged to support client resources during in-house deficiencies or special projects, leveraging hands-on expertise in specific markets.

(Acquired by Xerox Corporation) As the primary corporate life safety and physical security leader, my responsibilities were as diverse as the product offerings of this global business process and IT outsourcing company.

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Contract security guard, investigation, executive protection and threat management company serving LA, OC, Riverside and San Bernardino Counties.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Criminal Justice/Police Science

Administration Of Justice

Certification, Human Relations & Public Speaking