Leonardo Herrera
Van Nuys
Summary
Dynamic Lead Security Officer with extensive experience at Securitas Security Services USA, adept at incident reporting and employee training. Proven track record in enhancing security protocols and fostering teamwork. Bilingual in English and Spanish, skilled in surveillance and effective communication, ensuring a safe environment while maintaining professionalism and composure under pressure.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Officer
Securitas Security Services USA
11.2017 - Current
- Mentored junior staff members, fostering a positive work environment and promoting teamwork to achieve shared goals.
- Trained new officers on post order duties and managing plant facility including all safety measures and alarms
- Managed access control systems, ensuring only authorized personnel were granted entry to restricted areas.
- Managed all aspects of physical security, including access control, CCTV monitoring, and regular inspections of perimeter fencing and lighting systems.
- Maintained accurate records of incidents, providing detailed reports for management review and analysis.
- Collaborated with management to develop effective security strategies, aligning with corporate objectives and industry best practices.
- Conducted thorough investigations into security breaches, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fulton College Preparatory School
Van Nuys, CA06-2014
Skills
- Incident reporting
- Employee training
- Problem solving
- Communication skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Physical fitness
- English fluency
- Spanish fluency
- ID verification
- Superb surveillance skills
- Legible report writing
- Physical stamina
Certification
- Firearm Safety Certificate. California Department of Justice Issue Date: 01/30/2021 Expiration Date: 01/30/2026
- California Security Guard Card. Bureau of Security and Investigative Services. Department Of Consumers Affairs. Registration No. G6341850 Expiration Date: 10/31/2025
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Security Officer
Securitas Security Services USA
11.2017 - Current
High School Diploma -
Fulton College Preparatory School
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