Anthony Gooch

ac0y9a@r.postjobfree.com 678-***-**** Union City, GA 30291

Solutions-focused US Army trained security professional with 14+ years' experience in military and civilian safety. Effective staff manager with superior team collaboration skills. Highly adept in high-pressure environments and crises. Keen ability to investigate and detect possible threats, de-escalate hostile situations, and initiate measures to prevent future risk.

Areas of Expertise include:

Conflict Resolution

Crime Prevention

Emergency Management

Weapons and Firearms Training

Investigations

Safety Procedures

Performance Appraisals

Team Building

DOD/DOS Secret Clearances

Professional Experience

AEGIS Kabul, Afghanistan, United States Embassy May 2012-Present

A private security and risk management company under contract with the US Department of Defense.

Senior guard

Provide static and mobile protection support services for all diplomats at the United States Embassy. Maintain situational awareness of logistical movement, access control, and surveillance operations. Successfully supervise 15 guards and facilitate intelligence-sharing.

Key Accomplishments:

Develop and execute security measures which aid in mitigating issues before escalation.

Vigilantly respond to all threats and attacks while maintaining safety of occupants.

TRIPLE CANOPY Basra, Iraq October 2010-December 2011

A leading provider of mission support, security, training, and advisory services.

Shift Supervisor

Ensured the operational structure was efficiently planned and adequately staffed. Verified system-wide policies, procedures, and objectives were clearly understood and effectively applied. Organized, directed, and controlled activities for day-to-day field operations.

Key Accomplishments:

Managed and trained 107 guards on the night shift.

Liaised with high-ranking military personnel in order to obtain and disseminate general orders.

COMBAT SUPPORTER ASSOCIATES (CSA) Kuwait May 2010-September 2010

A provider of logistical support, training, and force protection to U.S. Army Troops and Allied Forces.

Force Protection Officer

Patrolled area to assess threat level and preserve order. Performed vehicle searches to ensure explosive devices and other contraband were not present.

Key Accomplishments:

Safeguarded military base against terrorism and other crises.

Protected American interests by enforcing regulations and responding to emergencies.

CITY OF ATLANTA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS Atlanta, GA April 2007-July 2009

Detention facility for the city of Atlanta.

Corrections Officer

Maintained a secure environment and oversaw the health and safety of staff and prisoners. Received prisoners into custody and monitored control room. Assigned duties and assessed inmate performance. Explained and enforced institutional rules, conducted searches, and initiated disciplinary actions. Coordinated transport of detainees.

Key Accomplishments:

Protected guards and 80+ inmates by handling unruly and violent convicts using minimum necessary force.

Prepared, processed, and analyzed information documents pertaining to facility and inmates.

Military Experience

UNITED STATES ARMY January 2003 March 2011

U.S. ARMY RESERVES, Firearms Instructor, December 2008-March 2011

U.S. Army, 10th Mountain Infantry Division, Fort Drum, NY, July 2004-November 2006

U.S. Army, Active Duty, Camp Liberty, Victory Base Complex, Baghdad, Iraq, August 2005-July 2006

U.S. Army, 10th Mountain Infantry Division, Fort Drum, NY, July 2004-August 2005

U.S. Army, Camp Casey, TDC, Korea, July 2003-June 2004

Basic Training and AIT, Fort Sill, January 2003-May 2003

Training and Certifications

Worldwide Protection Services Certification

Army Basic Instructor Course

Georgia P.O.S.T. Basic Jail Officer Certification

Trained and Certified with High Threat Operations Sustainment

Trained and qualified on handguns, rifles, and crew served weapons

Military Honors

Army Commendation Medal

National Defense Service Medal

Korea Defense Service Medal

Army Good Conduct Medal

Iraq Campaign Medal

Combat Action Badge

Global War on Terrorism Service Medal

Army Achievement Medal

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