Kerry B. Email & Phone Number

Bay City, Tx

* Provide armed security to ensure the health and safety of the general public, protect against acts of radiological sabotage, and prevent the theft of special nuclear material.* Respond to emergencies and drill exercises while maintaining effective crisis management.* Monitor video surveillance/alarm systems, and perform security system operational testing.* Manage access control; screening ingress/egress of personnel, materials, and vehicles.* Deter criminal activity, prevent safety violations, and ensure strict adherence to NRC regulations at all times.

Houston, Tx

• Conducted background investigations for the purpose of determining employment suitability of persons who require access to sensitive or classified U.S. Government information.• Predominant case work was in support of the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA). • Performed face-to-face interviews with the subject and their neighbors, employers, friends, and family.• Searched records at police agencies, courthouses, educational and financial institutions, and medical/mental health facilities.• Presented all obtained information in a clear and concise report on a government issued computer.• Top Secret security clearance.

Houston, Tx

• Managed the claims investigation and recovery process involving damage to telecommunications and utilities infrastructure.• Employed multiple investigation tools such as Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT), TLO, Accurint, etc., while acting as primary liaison with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, utilizing FOIA and public records requests to acquire collision and case reports in order to identify and document damage causation.• Ensured timely and proper investigations are conducted and completed, records of expenses and costs are monitored and audited, and personnel performance is evaluated, directly addressing any issues or deficiencies.• Accomplished department objectives by planning and evaluating team and department goals, budgets, and other activities.• Recruited, selected, coached, and mentored new damage investigators, providing technical and investigations related training.• Developed and refined performance metrics, policies, and procedures, making recommendations to executive management.• Fostered relationships with existing customers while identifying new markets and growth opportunities, remaining up to date with current industry best practices and procedures.

Austin, Tx

• Provided the highest level of physical security for all company personnel and assets, including an on-site data center, ensuring SOC and ISO audit compliance.• Collaborated with Business Continuity team members and IT management in reviewing, developing, and implementing Disaster Recovery Policy, Emergency Action Plans, and Business Impact Analysis.• Deployed and maintained corporate web-based security cameras and access control systems at all company facilities, ensuring monthly maintenance, system security and upgrades, and confirmation of full access lists and associated vetting.• Supervised all guard forces including staffing, performance reviews, disciplinary action, time and attendance, workflow management, and employee relations.• Managed security incident investigations of known or suspected instances of theft, vandalism, unauthorized entry, drug use, workplace violence, and similar illegal activities and/or violations of company policy.• Emergency management during situations of catastrophic failure, or of a high risk and critical nature.• Fostered productive relationships and liaised with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies.• Researched and drafted site-by-site and corporate-wide physical security risk assessments, presenting recommendations to management, and working with local stakeholders to implement changes as needed.• Ensured full compliance with and updated, as needed, the corporate Physical Security Guidelines Policy.• Responded to requests for information on corporate security policies, practices, guidelines, and standards.• Supported HR during workforce reductions, terminations, investigations, and other sensitive employee relations.• Designed and operated effective and efficient security programs, utilizing best-in-business surveillance and access-control solutions and systems, i.e., Avigilon, Milestone, Salient, and Lenel.

Houston, Tx

• Delivered expert consultation in the areas of corporate security and investigations, collaborating with executive management, HR, and IT departments to ensure the protection of company assets and personnel.• Minimized company losses by identifying incidents of theft and fraud by utilizing surveillance systems, reviewing access control reports, and conducting witness interviews, apprising company management and making recommendations.• Utilized the latest and most up-to-date databases to conduct thorough employee background investigations by analyzing sensitive information, while maintaining the highest level of confidentiality.• Provided discreet armed personal protection for company personnel, and supported HR during workforce reductions, terminations, investigations, and other extremely sensitive employee interactions.• Operated effective and efficient security programs, utilizing best-in-business surveillance and access control solutions and systems, i.e., Avigilon, Milestone, Salient, Genetec, Lenel, C-CURE 9000, etc.• Conducted vulnerability and threat assessments to prevent dangerous and potentially costly risks to company assets.• Worked jointly with Business Continuity team members and IT management in reviewing, developing, and implementing Disaster Recovery Policy, Emergency Action Plans, and Business Impact Analysis.• Collaborated with internal departments to ensure a safe, secure, and legal work environment, promoting an overall team culture of cross-functional cooperation.

Houston, Tx

•Managed complex corporate investigations maintaining the highest level of integrity and confidentiality.•Analyzed information developed from multiple investigations to identify trends, patterns, and common causes.•Consulted with management regarding criminal acts involving the company or serious violations of company policy.•Supported management during employee investigations, terminations, and other highly sensitive employee interactions.•Provided accurate, comprehensive, and timely oral and written reports to senior management and executive leadership.•Presented investigative findings to appropriate federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies for prosecution.•Provided armed personal protection for corporate executives, foreign dignitaries, celebrities and other VIP’s.•Performed countermeasure surveillance utilizing the latest technical surveillance countermeasure (TSCM) equipment.•Coordinated security operations with corporate management, law enforcement agencies, and foreign governments.•Conducted ongoing threat, risk, and vulnerability assessments and protective advance operations.

Houston, Tx

•Assigned to the Special Investigations Division to proactively disrupt and dismantle criminal organizations.•Directed sensitive and complex multi-agency/multi-jurisdictional criminal investigations.•Performed threat assessments, gathered intelligence, and supervised confidential informants.•Conducted interviews and interrogations, apprehended fugitives, and implemented counterterrorism strategies.•Provided executive/dignitary protection, emergency response and planning, recruiting, and background investigations.•Managed criminal cases utilizing Harris County’s Justice Intake Management System (JIMS).

Houston, Tx

•Enforced traffic and criminal laws in order to prevent crime and ensure public safety.•Investigated/reconstructed motor vehicle accidents, made criminal arrests, and provided court testimony.•Responded to national disasters, protected dignitaries, and assisted in securing the Texas border.•Conducted video surveillance and managed security checkpoints at the governor’s mansion and state capitol.•Served as a member of the Civil Disturbance Management Team and Honor Guard.•Recruited, trained, and evaluated new officers and conducted numerous background investigations.

Nacogdoches, Tx

•Provided customer support, including order coordination and communication with manufacturing sites and customers.•Assisted sales representatives in maintaining current accounts and enhanced efforts in developing new business. •Measured and predicted product usage, and prepared reports and correspondence for accounts.•Responded to grievances and monitored warehouse reports to prevent inventory and order fulfillment problems.