Jaime N. Buffalari
*** ********** ***., *********, ** 92054
Email: *********@*****.***
Phone: 760-***-****
Highlights of Qualifications
• Expert project planner and forward thinking manager that skillfully implements a variety of leadership and management techniques to create a communicative and productive work environment;
• Trusted director level associate who has adhered to the strictest confidentiality and performance standards of any private security firm;
• Expert in personal and executive security practices;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills coupled with a service-centered approach;
• United States Marine Corps combat veteran;
• Maintained status of a Special Deputy U.S. Marshal via U.S. State Department sponsorship; (4 years)
• Vast international experience.
Work Experience
Security Agent- Thomas Dale and Associates-3/2017-Present
• Ensured client satisfaction by taking a proactive role in communicating
with the client to meet their needs while providing security and technical expertise and solutions;
Security Operations Director - Gavin de Becker & Associates – 8/2011 – 7/2016
Personnel Management
• Assessed and reviewed employee performance and compliance, formally and informally, for submission to senior executives;
• Mentored, counseled, and cultivated successors using my knowledge, skills, and abilities;
• Maintained positive and open lines of communication with employees to help improve and/or maintain morale and job satisfaction;
• Directed the quality growth and development of an existing contract site, expanding its size and the billable client hours under my leadership;
Directing Protective Operations
• Directed and conducted high level advance security preparations in over 30 countries, arranging motorcade formations, police/military/security support, and intelligence gathering;
• Effective threat management using protective intelligence and risk analysis by way of open source information, Security Risk Assessments, and live intelligence reporting;
• Led joint operations involving multiple US and international agencies to coordinate the logistics and security for senior executives’ participation in international meetings, such as the G-20 and G-7;
• Ensured client satisfaction by taking a proactive role in communicating with the client to meet their needs while providing security and technical expertise and solutions;
• Reviewed all protective security logs, advance reports, operation orders, and after action reports for accuracy, style-compliance, and thoroughness;
• Responsible for the research and full pre-deployment of overseas travel reports on country customs, security threats, and laws for team members on international travel;
• Interfaced with senior leadership prior to addressing non-emergency requests, directing questions or demands from clients, managing the medical emergency response program, evaluating policies and procedures, and recommending revisions.
Organizational Management
• Provided thorough evaluations of all direct reports;
• Worked in conjunction with the Regional Training Manager, designing and implementing comprehensive training systems to enhance the organization’s training;
• Reviewed, assessed, and proposed new policies and best practices;
• Communicated with peers and professional contacts regarding best practices and implemented them when appropriate;
• Worked in conjunction with the Regional Recruiting Manager to pre-screen, track, and interview candidates in accordance with company standards, human capital needs, and employment laws (EEO).
Civil Affairs Supervisor/Operations Chief - United States Marine Corps - 3/2003 – 1/2005
• Prepared Marines and Army personnel assigned to help support and complete over 390 Humanitarian Assistance missions;
• Assisted in the coordination and maintenance of logistics for 3rd CAG and Humanitarian missions;
• Performed duties as 3rd CAG mail clerk, insuring proper delivery and storage of United States Mail;
• Provided convoy security for pick up/ drop off generators from Camp Commando to Baghdad;
• Served as team radio operator for convoys to Baghdad and Al Nilah;
• Performed firefighter duties for Camp Commando, Kuwait;
• Supervised, critiqued, and remediated Marines in every aspect of instruction, to include academics, live firing qualification, and coaching;
• Certified Green Belt Instructor United States Marine Corps Martial Arts Program.
Crypto Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge - United States Marine Corps - 2/2003 – 1/2005
• Supervised Marines to ensure physical, mental, and financial stability;
• Responsible for the reconciliation, maintenance, and operation of classified, secret, and top secret information and assets;
• Responsible for the operation of HF, VHF, and UHF equipment;
• Served as the Headquarters Battalion, 1st Marine Division’s official narrator for all ceremonies, parades, and special military events.
Education and Training
• Palomar College 2016 –Present
• Virginia Metropolitan Training Academy Special Deputy U.S. Marshal course
• Gavin de Becker & Associates Protection Leadership Academy (2014)
• Gavin de Becker & Associates Protection Excellence Academy (2013)
• Gavin de Becker & Associates Advance Protection Skills Academy (2012)
• Gavin de Becker & Associates Essential Protection Skills Certificate Course (2011)
• California State Training BSIS, Exposed Firearm and Guard Card.
• Advanced Security Concepts certification,
Taser/Chemical, Arrest and Control, CPR, Baton, School Security Guard (2017)
Awards and Recognition
• Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal (2)
• Global War On Terrorism Service Medal
• Navy and Marine Corps Overseas Service Ribbon
• Sea Service Deployment Ribbon
• Global War On Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
• Certificate Of Commendation (2)
• Letter Of Appreciation (2)
• Awarded the Multi-City Travel Detail recognition from Gavin de Becker & Associates
• Awarded the Positive Attitude Award from Gavin de Becker & Associates
• Gavin de Becker & Associates Command Center of the Quarter recognition