Keith Young, Cpp Email & Phone Number

United States

United States

I specialize in security risk consulting for clients across diverse industries and global geographies. My expertise lies in developing and executing security program strategies, crisis management plans, and protective security strategies (PPS) that effectively mitigate strategic and operational risks. - I spearhead the strategic global security vision, realigning the security function for optimal group-wide performance.- I conduct vulnerability assessments for senior executives' residences, corporate headquarters, and manufacturing facilities, offering precise mitigation recommendations for identified security gaps.

Bangkok City, Thailand

I have cultivated and led the Enterprise Security Risk Management (ESRM) program, covering physical security, information security, safety, systems operations, compliance (ESRM, FCPA), and risk management across North America and Asia. - I oversee security for the Asia Geozone, managing 1,600+ personnel across 25+ facilities in 13+ countries, employing integrated security solutions for threat analysis and risk mitigation.- I have been acknowledged for exceptional leadership, operational excellence, and fostering solid C-suite relationships, tasked with repairing global security relationships with company leadership in Asia.- I mentored and managed 8+ Quality, Health, and Safety (QHSE) indirect reports in 13 countries.- I have designed, analyzed, and enhanced strategic physical security plans to optimize Geozone operations.

Houston, Texas, United States

As a regional security leader, I was responsible for ensuring the safety of 75 facilities and approximately 3,500 employees. To accomplish this, I oversaw the implementation of advanced alarm systems, sensors, and security cameras in the Geozone area. In addition, I established the first-ever leadership compliance regulations to ensure that all facilities met the highest security standards.One of my significant accomplishments was spearheading a physical security project that involved designing and implementing clear policies and procedures for six radioactive storage bunker facilities in the United States and Canada. Through carefully managing costs and project timelines, I completed implementation at $20k, which was $50k under budget.I also resolved a 3-year ongoing issue at a Texas-based radioactive materials storage bunker that had a faulty design. By analyzing the physical property, I discovered that the building's lack of a roof was causing bird interference, and I upgraded the security design to overcome this issue.I led detailed investigations and identified previously undetected security and compliance breaches throughout my tenure. These efforts were critical in maintaining a safe and secure environment for all employees and facilities under my jurisdiction.

I was recruited to establish the first-ever security program for the company 85 years post-merger with Foster Wheeler.- I gained buy-in from VP and SVP holdouts by defining risks and validating the plan using the industry-standard Enterprise Security Risk Management (ESRM) program.- My role encompassed overseeing FW's security program, which extended to 3,000+ personnel across 12+ countries.- I undertook a critical operational turnaround project at the Al-Zour refinery in Kuwait, preserving crucial customer relationships through structural reorganization, talent reallocation, and project enhancement.

Houston, Tx & Hyderabad, India

My role involved offering security risk consulting to clients across diverse industries and global regions, focusing on security program strategies, crisis management plans, and PPS that mitigate strategic and operational risks.- I served as the Director of Security - India, the highest-ranking security position, responsible for a Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) focused on Class-A office buildings and laboratory assets in India.- I developed a robust physical protection system for an international oil and gas company in a conflict zone, encompassing perimeter protection, access control, backup power systems, and site-wide surveillance.- I conducted supply chain security assessments for third-party logistics providers in Mexico for a Fortune 100 company and performed vulnerability assessments and investigations across various industries.