Michael Benitez Email & Phone Number

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

Tampa, Florida, United States

I was appointed to safeguard $1B+ in aviation equipment and protect 200,000 on-site workers as a key member of a small team of 8 army officers charged with patrolling this ~2.6 million ft2 army depot / navy base spanning 158 acres. This heavily involved closely monitoring surveillance equipment, conducting physical security checks and compiling related reports. ✔ Execute random antiterrorism measures (RAM) to ensure the protection of 70+ helicopters being built on-site. ✔ Monitor activities of 2 vaults and document status to ensure the protection of $xx in classified computer equipment.✔ Consistently conduct up to 10 weekly car inspections to foster secure on-base environment and prevent terrorism. ✔ Investigated reports of missing helicopter parts; interviewed witnesses, analyzed video footage and built case to expose culprit and recoup $200K in stolen equipment within 2 months. ✔ Selected to handle entire hiring process to grow physical security team to 25 members, oversee budget, recruitment efforts and training plans.

Orlando, Florida Area

I was hired as a key member of the asset protection team to protect shareholder investments with the world’s largest retailer. It was my priority to ensure compliance with company policies while employing measures to prevent shrink, minimize loss and provide a safe environment for both shoppers and associates.✔ Enforced security, compliance and safety measures to reduce risk and safeguard the lives of customers and up to 100 staff members. ✔ Performed regular audits to ensure accurate cash handling in addition to monitoring inventory and analyzing CCTV footage to secure merchandise.

Ocala, Florida Area

I enjoyed leading the physical fitness program where I oversaw height and weight evaluations for 120 personnel to ultimately enforce military fitness standards. I designed programs for unfit soldiers to reach the optimal weight and height ratios. I also led a platoon of 5.✔ Selected to represent Army Depot as Soldier of the Quarter in competition displaying army knowledge, physical training, land navigation weapons and history.

Afghanistan

I was deployed twice to Afghanistan to protect the lives and property of soldiers on military installations abroad. A large aspect of my tasks involved enforcing military laws / regulations and preventing crime through responding to emergency situations, conducting area security, providing maneuver and mobility support and managing police intelligence operations. I offered security recommendations to address formal inquires based on threat data collected. ✔ Protected 100 lives and $1M+ in ammunition and equipment while maintaining operational readiness under ouster conditions and providing physical security on Afghan outpost. ✔ Directed military police squads, operated police desks, planned crime prevention measures, operated evidence rooms and prepared operations plans.✔ Held 10 detainees; overseeing all aspects of securing and transporting prisoners.✔ Provided personal security as escort to Afghan General and US Army Colonel.✔ Earned Army Commendation Medal for exceptional performance.

Master Of Science - Ms, Government Contract/Acquisition

Information Technology

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Criminal Justice/ Homeland Security Emergency Management

Athletic Training Program