Randy W. Kestner Jr.

540-***-****

acwqrl@r.postjobfree.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/randykestner

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY: Security Management Professional and Military Veteran with 4 years of proven experience in the United States Marine Corps and 8 years of Experience with Professional Security Organizations. Accomplished measurable results while leading teams of 30 in a dynamic, fast - paced environment. Possess a comprehensive background in Security Operations and Weapons Training derived from conducting domestic and global operations in Thailand, Okinawa, Japan, Rome, Saudi Arabia, and Iraq. Managed risk upon multiple lines to protect assets property and equipment valued over $20M while meeting the expectations of senior leadership. Possess extensive knowledge in Strategic Planning, Surveillance, and Special Event Security. Working knowledge of Ccure 800, Ccure 9000, Pegasus, Pelco and Senstar security monitoring systems Recipient of multiple awards for outstanding performance and professionalism in the United States Marine Corps. Career supported by extensive security experience and Professional Security Certifications

Security Planning

Capital Budget Manager

Security Assessments

Proven Leadership

Data Analysis

Training and Development

Policy Implementation

Organization/Communication

Microsoft Office Suite

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Westminster at Lake Ridge – Lake Ridge, VA 01/2016 -08/2016 Security Manager

Maintained 24/7 physical support for a 62 acre Senior Living Community.

Implemented new policies and procedures for the security department.

Created a structured CCTV system for the campus to ensure safety for staff and residents.

DUMBARTON OAKS; Trustees of Harvard University – Washington D.C. 2012 – 2016

Security Supervisor

Provided 24/7 on call physical support for a 17 acre facility that includes a Museum, Professional Studies Library, and Professional Garden

Managed and mentored 36 Officers on systems, procedures, and customer service; professional supervised a national historic site worth 20 million with zero safety incidents

Trained 36 new Officers annually on site procedures, systems, post orders and duties; detained an average of 30 trespassers annually

Supervise security for 5 to 10 special events annually; Symposiums, Conferences and Public Lectures.

Monitor physical security systems, access control, daily logs, and CCTV systems to ensure that all systems are working properly and that all people and property are safe

Conduct annually training on updated operational procedures, post orders, electronic systems and licenses.

G4S SECURE SOLUTIONS – Crystal City, VA 2008 – 2012

Customs Protective Officer & Supervisor

Provided 24/7 support for the facility and Officers on operational issues

Mentored and trained incoming officers on site procedures and duties, integrating them into the work unit.

Conduct patrols Monitor physical security systems, access control, daily logs, and CCTV systems.

Managed schedule and payroll for all 20+ officers with a budget of 500 K annually; created an Excel scheduling format created for weekly schedules and ADP payroll systems which was adopted by the organization

Awarded Most Proficient Security Team for fiscal year 2010; team was noted for least amount of overtime and Officers were continually going above the call of duty

UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS – Various Locations 07/1987-08/1991

Marine Infantry & Security

Led, mentored, trained, and communicated daily with up to 4 personnel in an infantry unit; resulted in zero loss of equipment or safety incidents

RANDY W. KESTNER JR., PAGE TWO

Conducted regular maintenance on assigned vehicle and sensitive equipment valued at $250K

Integrated risk management process into operational planning for over 100 assignments in Desert Strom; proven ability to lead under stressful and time critical conditions

Participated in joint exercise “Cobra Gold’ with forces from the Thailand Army

EDUCATION

Diploma, Fairfax High School, Fairfax, VA

CERTIFICATIONS

Firearms Safety & Procedures Certificate, International Firearms Specialist Academy

Cultural Property Protections, International Foundations for Cultural Property Protections

AED, CPR, and First Aid, American Heart Association

Security Officer Management Course, Washington D.C. Officer Management Branch

Special Operations Rescue Swimmer, USMC

Rifle & Pistol Certification, USMC

First Responder Course, USMC

AWARDS

Certificate of Achievement, USMC

Combat Actions Ribbon, USMC

Recruit Honor Graduate, Chesty Puller Award

SKILLS

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

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

VOLUNTEER

Wounded Warrior Project

Military Order of the Purple Heart of the U.S.A., Inc.

Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughter

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