Accomplished Security Director of Operations with 15+ years of experience in law enforcement and security management. High level of technical proficiency in security systems, strategic planning, and process improvement. Expertise in managing and optimizing security operations for comprehensive safety and protection of personnel and assets. Fluent in French and English, enabling effective communication and collaboration with diverse teams.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
2006
2006
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Regional Operations Director Ontario Security Division
Gardium Security
03.2022 - 09.2024
Identified and resolved security related issues as well as developing and implementing alternative methods for security operation improvement
Prepared work schedules, delegated responsibilities, evaluated employee performance, interpreted and disseminated company policy to subordinate personnel
Planned, examined, analyzed, evaluated, and supervised all security operations of assets and security personnel as well as developed preventative security programs
Initiated personnel actions such as recruitment, selection, promotions, discipline, and dismissal measures
Prepared reports, records, periodic estimates and reports for the management team as needed
Performed, arranged, and supervised executive protection, hotel events, and clients’ protection
Created post orders, policies, and procedures for the security program
Charged with hiring, training, and supervising security staff of 5 Supervisors and over 50 Security Officers
Responsible for conducting staff training, and scheduled checks of the property's security equipment and communication devices
Created and maintain responsibility for access control procedures
Managed the day-to-day security operations of multiple clients
Conducted questioning and oversaw investigations pertaining to internal employee issues, criminal activity, and accident claims on client sites
Coached, counseled, and developed assigned personnel to assist with their opportunity for advancement
Enforced Gardium Security policies as outlined by the employee
Operations Manager
Logixx Security Protection Services
10.2019 - 02.2022
Supervise & oversee all aspects of an organization's public safety initiatives
Assume responsibility for the safety of staff and the facility
Responsible for interviewing candidates and hiring, training, overseeing, and evaluating security staff
Serve as mentors in security employee development and also assume responsibility for disciplinary actions, including employee termination if necessary
Plan, establish and implement security and public safety measures for an organization
Analyze and assess an existing organization's public safety and security protocols and procedures and suggest and implement improvements for the infrastructure's safety and security
Ensure that proper levels of staffing are provided for the events
Communicate with departments hosting events to ascertain the specific security and public safety measures that need to be met
Evaluate security systems and procedures, including fire hazards and theft protection, and ensures that potential concerns are addressed
Develop and implement emergency procedures and training staff to ensure optimal readiness in the event of any emergency that threatens the wellbeing of staff and the physical plant and its assets
Design and implement security and safety procedures, and make sure that the policies are well understood by staff
Supervisory and oversee all security and public safety personnel for the Ottawa Region; Hire, train, evaluate, and perform disciplinary actions as needed
Analytical and problem-solving of the security operations
Evaluate existing security and safety protocols and work to improve efficiency by analyzing and implementing emergent procedures
Prioritize tasks for the day-to-day oversight of safety and security for the organization and coordinate for special events and manage emergency preparedness procedures
Respond to emergency/non-emergency situations; conduct investigations
Security Supervisor staff Sergeant
Praetorian Garde Protection Services
09.2018 - 09.2019
Supervise and mentor a team of 45 safety officers
Managing various aspects of a security department for a government agency or business
Monitor security equipment, supervise security staff, the security guards, inspect document abnormal occurrences on the client site, and train security teams
Patrol commercial and residential properties
Respond to emergency/non-emergency situations; conduct investigations
Enforce and maintain property security regulations and local bylaws
Conduct briefings at the start of new shifts to inform Security Officers of pertinent information regarding safety/ security matters
Schedule security personnel to cover designated facilities and shifts
Patrol assigned areas on foot, checking for fires, vandalism, suspicious activity or persons or safety/fire hazards
Investigate and report hazards and unusual or suspicious circumstances
Checks doors and buildings' windows to ensure they are tightly closed and locked; notes in written log any unlocked doors/windows; submits information to supervisor
Observe activity and traffic in the assigned area to enforce rules/regulations, alerts visitors of infractions
Review reports from subordinates for completeness and activity needing follow-up; provides written and oral reports to management
Respond to alarms and dispatched calls; decides what actions to take based on the situation, facts known and position limitations
Security Consultant
Pevtro Consulting Ltd.
02.2015 - 05.2018
Developed and implemented security solutions for the specific needs of clients
Collaborated with business partners; established and fostered beneficial relationships
Educated and mentored colleagues; assisted with daily tasks and long-term projects
Coordinated internal process optimization programs; protected susceptible information
Community Police
SPUM Police Department
12.2007 - 01.2015
Developed a crime prevention program- educated 100+ students
Decreased crime levels by 25%+
Collaborated with residents, court services, and organizations, enhanced community relationships
Incorporated community-oriented policing strategies in targeted high-crime neighborhoods
Responded to kidnappings, robberies, murders, and other crimes
Conducted investigations and inspections; interviewed suspects and witnesses
Police Officers
Corps de Police Essipit
11.2006 - 11.2007
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Liaised with members of the public; developed beneficial relationships
Responded to emergency/non-emergency situations; conducted investigations and field interviews
Patrol buildings and grounds, check locked doors and windows, and investigating suspicious activity or people
Receives briefing upon arrival for duty; secures information, asks questions and participates in required departmental training and informal discussion
Patrols assigned areas on foot or by motor vehicle to control traffic, prevent or deter crime and arrest violators; issues warnings or citations to drivers when violations of motor vehicle laws are observed
Writes and files reports with supervisor, crime reports, daily activity reports of disturbances, accidents, crimes and tickets issued in the prescribed format
Responds to emergency alarms and dispatched calls; makes decisions based on analysis of situation and facts
Testifies in court in response to subpoena as a witness and/or reporting officer to crime
Investigates all types of crimes and accidents; performs follow-up duties on crimes/accidents as directed by supervisor; interviews suspects and witnesses; collects evidence and facts; files report appropriate as mandated by federal, state or local legal requirements
May assist in training new officers in the field according to established schedule and guidelines; submits written evaluation of trainee performance to supervisor