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Gurpyar Kahlon

Brampton,Canada

Summary

Senior Security Manager with a proven track record at Salute Mission Inc., adept at implementing enterprise-wide security strategies and enhancing compliance. Expert in physical security management and risk assessments, leveraging strong communication skills to foster collaboration across teams. Successfully reduced security breaches through proactive measures and strategic vendor management.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Security Manager

Salute Mission Inc.
01.2025 - Current
  • Directed a $3M+ physical security portfolio, overseeing operations, budgeting, workforce scheduling, and HR processes across multiple sites.
  • Managed third-party vendors including Securitas and regional contractors, ensuring SLA compliance and service quality.
  • Implemented enterprise-wide security strategies, aligning with corporate risk management standards.
  • Led the deployment of CCTV, access control, and intrusion detection systems across critical sites.
  • Developed and enforced SOPs to minimize risk and strengthen physical security compliance.
  • Conducted regular audits and risk assessments, reducing security breaches through preventive action.
  • Responded to high-risk incidents and emergencies with real-time decision-making and coordination.
  • Delivered internal training to regional security leaders, improving accountability and team readiness.
  • Built strategic partnerships across IT, Legal, and Operations to drive aligned security goals.
  • Reported KPIs, trends, and security analytics to senior leadership for data-driven action.

Security Manager

Compass Datacenters
North York, ON
01.2023 - 01.2025
  • Access Control & Case Management: Processed and approved access requests using Zoho and ServiceNow, ensuring efficient case and ticket management.
  • Financial Operations: Handled invoicing and billing through Salesforce, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.
  • Site Security Management: Led operations for two security sites—one with third-party security and another with in-house security—including recruitment, scheduling, and training of security personnel.
  • Operational Leadership: Supervised daily site security operations, emergency response plans, and special events, ensuring strict adherence to protocols.
  • Policy Development & Implementation: Created and enforced tailored security standards and policies, overseeing vendor performance for security, training, and risk assessments.
  • Data Analysis & Risk Management: Analyzed data to identify threats and risks, developing custom mitigation strategies and procedures.
  • Stakeholder Collaboration: Partnered with stakeholders to address security deficiencies and implement solutions, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
  • Security Technology Expertise: Specialized in the management of security systems like CCTV, Access Control, and Incident Management.
  • Security Project Management: Led projects to enhance physical security, including system upgrades in datacenter environments.
  • Compliance Management & Auditing: Maintained compliance with ISO 27001, PCC DLL, and other industry standards, conducting audits to address gaps and ensure policy adherence.

Zone Supervisor

Paladin Security
Mississauga, ON
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Leadership & Development: Provides effective leadership, guidance, and ongoing coaching to security personnel, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement through regular training and mentorship.
  • Operational Oversight: Ensures seamless execution of standing orders and daily scheduled activities during each shift, maintaining operational consistency and preparedness.
  • Policy Compliance & Enforcement: Guarantees strict adherence to Paladin Security and site-specific policies, ensuring compliance across all levels of security staff.
  • Training Coordination: Oversees the mandatory training for Security Guards and Team Leaders, ensuring that all team members meet the necessary qualifications and skill levels.
  • Staff Motivation & Recognition: Motivates security staff, recognizing exceptional performance through commendations, fostering a positive and high-performing work environment.
  • Incident & Complaint Management: Leads the documentation, investigation, and resolution of security incidents and complaints, ensuring timely and thorough responses to uphold site safety.
  • Alarm & Response Management: Investigates and resolves alarm triggers efficiently, ensuring swift and appropriate responses in line with security protocols.
  • Patrol & Response Duties: Conducts site patrols, responds to incidents, and ensures accurate completion of Security Shift Reports (SSRs) to maintain accountability and operational visibility.
  • Communication & Issue Escalation: Proactively communicates any concerns or issues with the Site Supervisor or Coordinator, ensuring transparency and timely resolution of operational challenges.

Team Lead

Paladin Security
Orangeville, ON
07.2021 - 12.2021
  • Guard Competency Assurance: Ensures that all assigned guards possess the necessary skills and qualifications to meet the specific demands of their assigned locations, maintaining high operational standards.
  • Performance Audits: Conducts random performance evaluations of guards, ensuring their knowledge and on-site execution consistently align with company expectations and site requirements.
  • Incident Response Leadership: Takes charge during major incidents, ensuring guards respond swiftly and accurately, with detailed documentation of their observations, actions, and findings.
  • Incident Report Oversight: Reviews all incident reports submitted by guards, ensuring they are clear, comprehensive, and accurately reflect the events and actions taken.
  • Disciplinary Action Management: Initiates corrective or disciplinary actions when necessary, upholding a standard of accountability and ensuring that performance issues are addressed promptly.
  • Daily Briefing Coordination: Prepares and delivers concise and informative daily briefings to Security Services Management and relevant personnel, ensuring clear communication of any incidents or updates.
  • Patrol Management & Technology Use: Oversees and conducts patrols utilizing electronic guard tour software, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting of patrol activities and compliance with safety protocols.
  • Consistent Knowledge Checks: Regularly performs random checks on guards to ensure they remain knowledgeable and maintain high levels of performance throughout their assignments.

Security Guard

Paladin Security
Brampton, ON
04.2019 - 07.2021
  • Independent & Collaborative Work Capability: Demonstrates the ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team, ensuring flexibility in dynamic environments.
  • Acting Team Lead: Assumes the role of Team Lead during absences or when additional leadership is required, ensuring seamless continuity in operations and decision-making.
  • Proactive Patrols & Issue Resolution: Conducts proactive patrols with enthusiasm, addressing policy breaches and facility concerns with diligence and ensuring a secure environment.
  • Alarm & Emergency Response: Responds promptly and professionally to security alarms and emergencies, managing the situation calmly to avoid public distress while ensuring the safety and security of the premises.
  • Access Control & Monitoring: Oversees the entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other individuals, ensuring that access is authorized and secure.
  • Team Collaboration & Contribution: Actively contributes to team efforts, consistently meeting or exceeding goals and supporting team success by accomplishing related tasks.
  • Incident Response & Management: Responds efficiently to a wide range of incidents, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to security protocols.
  • Comprehensive Patrols: Regularly patrols both the interior and exterior of the facility, ensuring that all areas are secure, and potential risks or issues are identified and addressed.

Co-owner/Supervisor

Zimidara Commission Agents
Jalandhar, Punjab
09.2017 - 07.2019
  • Financial Management: Effectively managed cash and credit accounts, ensuring accurate processing and reconciliation of transactions while maintaining financial integrity.
  • Team Supervision & Customer Service: Supervised staff, providing guidance and support to ensure smooth operations while handling customer interactions with professionalism and efficiency, resolving issues promptly.
  • Logistics Oversight: Directed logistics operations, optimizing workflows and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services to meet operational and customer demands.
  • Customer Relationship Management: Developed and nurtured strong customer relationships, fostering loyalty and ensuring satisfaction by addressing concerns and maintaining open communication.

Education

Postgraduate - Financial Planning and wealth Management

Lambton college
Toronto, ON
05.2021

Bachelor's Degree - E-Commerce and Digital Marketing

Apeejay College of Fine Arts
Jalandhar, Punjab
06.2018

Skills

  • Security Operations & Risk
  • Physical Security Management, Emergency Response, Threat Assessments, SOP Enforcement
  • Compliance & Auditing
  • ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, ServiceNow, Policy Audits, Data Privacy
  • Technology & Tools
  • CCTV, Access Control, Zoho, Salesforce, Guard Tour Systems, Microsoft Office
  • Leadership & Strategy
  • Team Supervision, Budgeting, Scheduling, Vendor Management, Strategic Execution
  • Soft Skills & Languages
  • Communication, Problem Solving, English, Punjabi, Hindi

Volunteer Experience

Nugen IT Services, Jalandhar, Punjab, 2018-08, 2019-05, Website Design & Development: Designed and developed customized websites for clients, ensuring user-friendly interfaces and functionality tailored to their specific needs., Multilingual Programming Expertise: Utilized a range of programming languages, including Java and Bootstrap, along with foundational coding languages, to build robust and responsive web applications., Team Leadership & Project Management: Led a team of designers and developers to deliver successful web designs, overseeing project timelines, collaboration, and the implementation of best practices., Technical Proficiency in Development Tools: Applied expertise in Java, Bootstrap, and basic web development tools to create seamless, modern websites that met or exceeded client expectations.

Languages

English
Full Professional
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual
Punjabi
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Senior Security Manager

Salute Mission Inc.
01.2025 - Current

Security Manager

Compass Datacenters
01.2023 - 01.2025

Zone Supervisor

Paladin Security
01.2022 - 01.2023

Team Lead

Paladin Security
07.2021 - 12.2021

Security Guard

Paladin Security
04.2019 - 07.2021

Co-owner/Supervisor

Zimidara Commission Agents
09.2017 - 07.2019

Postgraduate - Financial Planning and wealth Management

Lambton college

Bachelor's Degree - E-Commerce and Digital Marketing

Apeejay College of Fine Arts

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