KYLE KOSANOVICH

* **** **** **. ******** Twp, NJ 08085

574-***-****

ac5ot6@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Security Contract Manager and Military Veteran with an active Top-Secret (TS/SCI) Clearance and 11 years of proven ability to be a corporate steward interacting and collaborating with multiple levels of management and diverse cultural audiences. Consistently achieved exceptional and measurable results while leading up to 50 personnel in dynamic and fast-paced environment in a military and civilian capacity. Possess a comprehensive background in Risk Management & Safety, Record Management, Maintenance, Training and Development derived from conducting domestic and global operations in Afghanistan. Managed risk upon multiple lines to protect assets, property, and equipment valued over $200M while meeting the expectations of senior leadership. Possess extensive knowledge in Professional Development, Weapon Employment, Strategic Planning, and Force Protection. Recipient of multiple awards for outstanding performance and professionalism. Career supported by multiple private security certifications and an Associate of Science in Criminal Justice.

Cross Functional Leadership

Quality Assurance

Data Analysis

Material & Inventory Control

Training and Development

Policy Implementation

Risk Management & Safety

Hazardous Material Handling

Microsoft Office Suite

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Federal Affiliate/Independent Contractor – Afghanistan 2014 – Present

Advises personnel on threats in direct area of operations and provides asset protection. Directly responsible for the safety of High Ranking Government Personnel and the implementation of intelligence briefings for subordinates.

Managed overt and covert human source networks to identify threat information and advised mission commanders on threats on a weekly basis, or as soon as critical threats were alerted.

Coordinated with government and management, developed and executed various security procedures to ensure 100% secured entry points and base oversight

Conducted static security and surveillance operations, responsible for identifying and mitigating threats to routes and venues in area of operations; created full working standard operating procedures for close protection teams operating in high threat environments

Integrated risk management process into operational planning for 100+ assignments; proved ability to lead under stressful, time critical conditions

Provided assignment instructions, guidance, and oversight ensuring usage of team members and equipment are maximized for overall objective accomplishment

Oversees and implements daily security measures for the entire base.

Analyzed terrain to design security plans; implemented security plan in accordance within governing rules, regulations, policies and procedures

WHITESTONE GROUP – Elizabeth City, NC 2012 – 2014

Private Security Contractor Lead Supervisor

Managed rotating shift of 15-25 security contractors assigned to provide security throughout Coast Guard Base Elizabeth City. Coordinated schedules, training, and duty assignment of personnel.

Initiated, disbursed and commanded the company Quick Reaction Force during any defense of the installation

Drafted and revised organizational polices relating to base defense and security operations; acted as the primary liaison between the client and company to implement process improvements

Developed training programs for detachment on stress firing, room clearing, principle extraction, formations, and attack on principle

Authored over 250 comprehensive mission status reports which were relied upon by superiors

Conducted weekly operation synchronization meetings to manage organizational chart, improve efficiencies, streamline processes, and identify reluctant tasks

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UNITED STATES NAVY – Various Locations 2004 – 2008

Boatswain’s Mate

Managed the maintenance and coordination of mission critical supply/logistics material including various ladders, cutters, military grade computers, biometric equipment, arresting and landing gear for aircraft recovery equipment, drills, grinders, chains and most aviation and deck oriented equipment. Operated and maintained equipment used for loading and unloading cargo, ammunition, fuel, and general stores during in-port, and underway operations.

Executed 40 mishap free 1A Well Deck operations and over 100 1A Boat and Aircraft Crane operations

Supervised and trained over 20 new employees on proper usage of the Navy’s fuel systems, safety guidelines, and ship operating procedures resulting in a 30% increase in certified fuel operators

Operated, maintained and performed organizational maintenance on aviation fueling and lubricating oil systems on multiple industrial vehicles valued at $200M

Observed and enforced handling safety precautions and maintaining fuel quality surveillance and control in aviation fuel systems in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines

Organized the daily testing, sampling, and accountability of JP-5 fuel to include flashpoint, water and sediment, specific gravity, anti-icing testing, for both shore and sea duty station

Maritime Interdiction Team Member

VBSS – Team Breacher tasked with planning insertion and extraction phases of live missions both in (International Waters and Abroad) and ensuring mission specific equipment is mission capable and ready.

Took part in Foreign Internal Defense for African countries Navies

Trained and certified over 670 African troops in various security measures and tactics (CQB, Counter Piracy, Anti-Piracy, and Small-Team Tactics.)

Conducted Non-Compliant boarding of vessels in Eastern African Waters, and Arabian Peninsula

Supply Manager

Oversaw the receipt, inventory and issuance of parts and materials in five storerooms that increased the operational readiness of the Air Department upon the USS Theodore Roosevelt.

Managed, coordinated, controlled, and purchased a variety of supplies to support assigned missions

Provided technical assistance and guidance on maintaining property accountability on all assigned properties valued over $400K to include airfield equipment and tactical vehicles

Ensured all hand receipts and contracts were updated with the most current technical manual requirements for inventory accuracy

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS

Currently Pursuing Bachelor’s Degree in Management with Minor in Computer Systems(2017)

Associate of Science in Criminal Justice – Ivy Tech Community College, South Bend, IN – 2012

Security Reaction Force Advanced Course – Center for Antiterrorism and Navy Security Forces

Non-Compliance Boarding Certification – Center for Antiterrorism and Navy Security Forces

First Responder Certification – United States Army

NOTABLE AWARDS

Humanitarian Service Medal / Armed Forces Service Medal

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Student Veterans Club Mentor, provided instructional and best practices to new students over the course of 2 years

Fundraiser, assisted non-profit organization raising over $205K for homeless and disabled veterans

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Software: Microsoft Office (2003, 2007, 2010, 2013)

Access, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Outlook, Project, Publisher, Visio, InfoPath, SharePoint

Operating Systems: Mac / Microsoft Windows (95, 98, XP, Vista), Windows 10

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