DOUGLAS SIPLER
FREDERICKSBURG, VA 22407
*******@*****.***
(CELL) 540-***-****
QUALIFICATIONS:
Mr. Sipler is an energetic and performance driven manager with an extraordinary blend of
leadership, program management, customer care, service and security system installation
experience. He has been consistently recognized for managing numerous projects while having a
keen ability to engage and support current and future customers. He also has the ability to
communicate and motivate team members to meet corporate goals and bottom line objectives.
Senior leadership has recognized his initiative and motivation to be a critical part of meeting the
client’s needs and objectives. Mr. Sipler’s creative problem solving and troubleshooting skills
are complemented by his meticulous and creative detail-oriented approach to any security system
project.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
M C Dean, Inc., Dulles, VA 02/10 to 12/12
Installation Foreman
Responsible for multiple ongoing projects and dispersal of manpower to each one to
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ensure each project is completed on schedule and within budget
• Maintain a safe work environment for team members and ensure training is current and
adequate for each task
• Read, understand, and maintain blueprints to ensure each project is completed as
specified and documented accordingly
• Program Card Access and Camera Systems and test for functionality
• Monitor each project to ensure all resources are in place and monitor inventory to stay
within budget
• Coordinate with customers and other contractors to meet necessary timelines
• Assist in troubleshooting and any issues resulting from system integration
Tech Systems, Reston, VA 05/09 to 09/09
Contracted Security Specialist for ADT
Create Statements of Work and Pricing Proposals for ADT to receive funding from
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the U.S Marshal’s Service for project orientation
Responsible for multiple projects from creation to completion – working closely with
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team members and client to ensure accurate results
Reading and understanding blueprints and drawings to be able to develop and design
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CCTV, Intercom, Card Access, and Intrusion Systems that integrate with one another to
protect the client and general population in a courthouse and prison environment
Monitor each phase of the project to ensure that the proper resources are in place to
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meet milestones
Work closely with the client to ensure that expectations are met in accordance with
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the contract
Visual Management System, Inc. Tom’s River, NJ 05/07 to 02/09
Corporate Field Supervisor
Supervise and coordinate multiple jobsites simultaneously by scheduling the proper
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personnel for each project and helping each foreman implement and maintain project goals
Responsible for retention and dismissal of employees under my supervision
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Work closely with sales staff by guiding them through all technical aspects of any
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potential future project to enable them to be as competitive as possible
Review and evaluate team members regularly for performance appraisals
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Continuously monitor and provide support for inventory control and project goals
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Provide training to new team members on how to be profitable and thorough through
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the install process
Train Clients on the use and maintenance of various security installed equipment
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Observe OSHA regulations and local codes that apply to each system and job site
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Provide support in managing project plans, identifying risks, and developing
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compliance reviews for all projects in my jurisdiction
Assist personnel with programming, wiring, and terminations whenever possible to
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expedite projects
Programmed for remote viewing through the clients’ router or modem
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Programmed both Windows-based systems and hybrids.
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Security Net LLC. Hazleton, PA 08/05 to 02/07
Operations Manager
Responsibilities include all facets of company operations such as inventory,
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personnel, scheduling, customer relations, sales, technical support, and quality control
Develop proposals and perform cost analysis for large multi-faceted industrial
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projects
Work closely with clients to ensure all needs are met satisfactorily and in a timely
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fashion
Identify weaknesses in each system, and provide short and long-term solutions to the
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client
Helped design and integrate various systems into common platforms, working closely
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with manufacturers and subcontractors
Worked with industries to develop policies and implemented them through classroom
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presentations
Aided installers in troubleshooting system failures and engineering new system
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designs
Programmed various CCTV systems which include the VM2, EZ Watch, GE, and
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whatever system the contract identifies
Programmed various card access systems such as RBH, Continental, and Excalibur
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Terminated various card access systems with HID card swipes, proximity readers, and
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bioreaders.
Solid State Control Systems Inc. Hazleton, PA 09/01 to 08/05
Project Manager
Support team members in engineering and installation of various physical security
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systems
Install various low voltage systems which include: Fire, Burglar, Card Access, Bio-
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readers, Gate Systems, CCTV Systems, PA Systems, Phone Systems, Cable Systems,
Networking, and Home Automation
Understand various system software knowledge while retaining ability to understand
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DOS and hexadecimal logic used in older systems
Responsible for inventory control for numerous ongoing simultaneous projects
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Assist sales staff by attending site surveys and aiding in proposal generation and job
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cost estimates to assure profitability.
Solid State Securities Inc. Hazleton, PA 05/97 to 09/01
Technician
Install various physical security systems which include: Fire, Burglar, Card Access,
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Bio-readers, Gate Systems, CCTV Systems, PA Systems, Phone Systems, Cable Systems,
Networking, and Home Automation
Work closely with clients to develop and implement policies to ensure system
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integrity
Provide training to the client upon each physical security system’s completion
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Conduct periodical inspections of various systems to ensure functionality.
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COMPUTER PROFICIENCY:
Ms Office Suite MS Publisher DOS
MILITARY SERVICE:
Army National Guard Hazleton, PA 09/80 – 09/86
Rank: E4 Combat Engineer
CERTIFICATIONS:
Essentials of Industrial Security Management (EISM) 02/09
Basic Information Security (IF001.08) 03/09
Basic Industrial Security for User Agency Personnel 03/09
EDUCATION:
MMI Preparatory School, Freeland, PA High School Diploma 06/81
Department of Criminal Justice System (DCJS), Low Voltage Course 04/12
Non-Commissioned Officer School (NCO) Ft. Belvoir, VA 7/82