Kenneth Grier

Powhatan, VA *****

ad1wuh@r.postjobfree.com

571-***-****

An awarded Physical Security and Anti-terrorism professional who has played key roles in high profile Department of Defense (DoD) design/build construction projects. Bringing over twenty years of security experience in varying disciplines to include Protection, Investigations, Auditing and Management. A proven team leader dealing with projects valued over $50 Million dollars and annual budgets in the range of $5-10 Million dollars. Formerly certified as an Anti-terrorism Officer (ATO) and served as the Regional Anti-terrorism Representative for the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) for the National Capital Region (NCR).

•Knowledgeable in the basic programming and set-up of many common access control Systems (ACS), to include Lenel, GE and Honeywell products.

•Experienced in various property environments from Government and Commercial, to include malls and big box retailers.

•Beta-tester for various hardware devices, optics and software, to include inventory control, property assessment & evaluation and thermal optics (both handheld and weapon mountable).

•Utilized surveillance & counter-surveillance methods and equipment.

•Ability to install, operate, modify, evaluate, troubleshoot and conduct minor repair CCTV, covert cameras, and intrusion detection devices.

•Developed and implemented the Physical Access Control Systems (PACS) Commissioning Program and acted as the Commissioning Agent (CxA) for Physical Security devices with a holistic approach.

•Conducted and prepared safety & security surveys (on-site or by plans & blueprints), to include the infrastructure.

•Knowledge of locksmithing and door / portal installation and troubleshooting.

•Conducted safety/accident & security incident investigations, and make any needed corrective actions.

•Acted as the First Responder, in many of positions held.

•Established and instituted inventory controls to reduce company loss.

•Managed staff of over 10 employees for over 5 years with a focus on team building, growth and fusion.

•Provided training and orientations for up to 40 people at a time.

•Working knowledge of OSHA standards (OSHA 10 Certified).

•Knowledge of International Safety Codes, Federal Directive, Regulations and Requirements.

•Well versed in commercial and governmental office space, facilities, and warehouses construction.

•Worked closely with all facets of Facilities Management team, including space design.

•Coordinated with multiple trades to keep a project on time and within budget.

•Contributed on several large-scale projects from Design phase through construction and into the

•turnover of facilities to daily operators.

•Excels at blueprints and design review of multiple systems to include HVAC, PACS, IESS and others.

•Ability to look at a problem and break it down into manageable pieces to be worked.

•Proper operation and safety trainer of freight moving equipment and vehicles (electric, LP, gas & diesel).

•Strong customer and client relationship skills.

Work Experience

Construction Manager / Security Consultant / Commissioning Agent

McDonough, Bolyard & Peck (MBP) - Richmond, VA September 2019 to July 2023

Consult and coordinate all security upgrades for Chesterfield County public Schools (CCPS). Acting as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the school system, providing Safety and Security and safety oversight of Seventy (70) facilities throughout the county of over 425 square miles, including coordination of all security equipment, maintenance as well as acting as the county’s security liaison for all phases of construction.

Commissioning Agent (CxA) for security installations projects within the MBP portfolio. This include the development of all documents and testing procedures, as well as training others to do the testing, Lead the testing efforts as areas or buildings were completed, but not turned over to the owner. This includes compliance with not only the owners concepts, but that of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Virginia and International building and fire codes and industry standards for door & portal installation and performance.

Move Coordinator, scheduling and manage all critical moves of personnel and property within a campus of over 110 acres. Managing sub-contracted moving crews and client expectation. Acting as the liaison between the client, there customers and sub-contractors. Setting up and maintaining a warehouse space, along with guiding the flow of assets in and out of the warehouse space.

AEC Construction Analyst / Construction Coordinator & Inspector

Dominion Due Diligence Group – Midlothian, VA 2015 to 2019

Coordinated all third-party construction inspections of low-income multi-family housing projects, for client banks and Investors as the sole construction inspector for D3G. With an in-depth understanding of multiple phases of construction, from concept / design to field inspections and project management. Began at D3G as an Engineering Project Manager directly responsible for conducting and preparing Property Condition Reports, Project Capital Needs Assessments, and Phase I Environmental Site Assessments throughout the United States.

•Conducted all construction monitoring assessments for the life cycle of new builds and renovation projects.

•Developed inspection documents and reports to meet client requests and requirements.

•Interfaced directly with clients on a regular basic.

•Conducted various types of inspections to include, but not limited to the following:

* Per-construction site inspections

* Joint site Inspections

* Construction draw / progress inspections

* Punch list inspections

* Critical / Non-critical repair inspections

•Managed the progress of inspection contractors.

•Reviewed contractor's reports and produced client packages.

•Conducted multiple types of property assessments of multi-family housing to include, but not limited to:

* RAD Physical Condition Assessments

* HUD MAP 223(a) (7) & (f)

* HUD LEAN 232/223 (f)

* Tax Credits

•Energy Audit data collection.

•Instructive Studies of older properties, including the use of thermographic imaging.

•Environmental survey data collection.

•Trained new employees on how to conduct assessments in the field.

•Managed travel, scheduling, and other administration duties.

Sr. Physical Security Specialist & Regional Anti-terrorism Rep (ATO)

MANTECH INTERNATIONAL – Arlington, VA 2007 to 2014

A highly rated Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the Missile Defense Agency, providing Physical Security and Anti-terrorism oversight of six facilities throughout a region of over 1300 square miles, including coordination of all security equipment, maintenance as well as acting as the government's security liaison for all phases of construction of the new headquarters facility on Ft. Belvoir Army Garrison and the expansion project on Dahlgren Naval Base.

•Recognized by the Government and the construction General Contractors (GC) for being skilled at blueprints and design concept review.

•Designed Sensitive Complemented Information Facility (SCIF) & Special Access Program Facility (SAPF), passing all certifications and audits conducted by both internal and external agencies.

•Managed on-site project teams from per-installation through installation phases of construction and testing without any delays during our phases of the project.

•Successfully addressed on-site issues to meet requirements and needs of the customer, while being cognizant of timelines and resources.

•Highly rated Anti-terrorism Level 1 Instructor for the national capital region conducting monthly new employee seminars with over 200 people trained annually.

•Hand-picked and recognized by the government to assist with renovations of sites in Alaska, New Mexico & Virginia requiring some travel.

•Coordinated with the General Contractor (GC), multiple subcontractor trades and customers to ensure all requirements, change orders and regulations were delivered, while still maintaining the budget and timelines.

•Experienced in UFCs, DCIDs, JAFAN, ICD 705 and specialized blast design programs (BEEM & VAPO), meeting all audits and certifications.

•Managed the budget for maintenance contracts for existing facilities and programs.

•Implemented plans to insured the integrity during major system upgrades / failures without any breaches in the safety and security of all facilities.

•Recognized by U.S. Army Corp of Engineers (USACE) and Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) for on-site auditing, problem solving and knowledge of multiple construction disciplines.

•Developed a new process for presenting construction project progress through photographs

•PowerPoint for leadership located throughout the country who were unable to see the project in person.

Physical Security and Emergency Management Consultant

UNISYS CORPORATION – Reston, VA 2004 to 2007

Responsible for developing and managing nationwide Physical Security Assessment (PSAs) for multiple projects for Department of Defense Healthcare system (TRICARE), with project budgets in the range of $5-10M. This included physical security aspects of information security under the Defense Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Program (DIACAP).

•Subject Matter Expert (SME) advising project management in all aspects of physical security and safety related to Federal government contracts.

•Successfully passed all independent security audits for the Government Transition Center (GTC), a large-scale data center which hosted 8-12 major US Government Systems.

•Developed and implemented Continuity of Operations (COOP) and contingency plans for the GTC, including establishment of disaster recovery sites.

•Standardized the PSA process and associated reporting. Led the development of automated tools to streamline information gathering and report writing for that process.

•Trained and evaluated approximately 30 staff members on physical security measures.

Loss Prevention Manager

LOWE'S HOME IMPROVEMENT CENTERS – Henderson, NC 1999 to 2003

Provided safety, security, and inventory controls for 45-135K square foot stores, to include assisting other LPMs with camera installations, inventory auditing and area build outs.

•Installed and operated surveillance equipment for covert investigations, solving many cash shortages and resulting in prosecutions.

•Brought site safety standards into compliance with corporate and OSHA requirements, resulting in a 50% reduction in the accident rate.

•Developed and implemented new security policies, with a 75% increase in return on investment (ROI) in security and loss prevention.

•Trained approximately 60 staff members on loss prevention, safety & security issues.

Safety and Security Consultant, Investigator

SELF-EMPLOYED – Manassas Park, VA 1994 to 1999

Evaluated and consulted with clients on physical security and safety issues, including intrusion demonstrations. As a private investigator provided stationary and mobile surveillance services, as well as counter-surveillance techniques and equipment, with positive results for clients.

•Conducted undercover investigations, with the operations yielding felony arrests.

•Managed, mentored, and trained other investigators in interviews, research, and photography techniques.

•Provided investigative services in support of insurance fraud cases, closing out cases with positive outcomes for clients.

•Testified as an expert witness in criminal and domestic courts.

Loss Prevention Manager

OFF 5th – SAKS FIFTH AVENUE – Woodbridge, VA 1995 to 1997

Managed and trained loss prevention staff on electronic surveillance equipment, emergency response, investigations, self-defense, and patrol/inspection details. Also trained other store staff on safety and security matters.

•Developed and implemented security plans, including the installation of surveillance equipment for covert investigations resulting in bringing to light a mall wide fraud of various retailers' employees.

•Our investigations lead to stopping the source and pointing out identifying of other retailers' internal issues.

•Successfully interviewed suspects to elicit confessions and prepared written reports on incidents for prosecution.

•Liaise between Corporate Loss Prevention and the store General Manager to increase store profitability while still following operational restrictions.

•Developed and implemented comprehensive security policies and procedures, enabling training and professional development of loss prevention team.

•Established and managed unproductive group of store associates into a cohesive and effective loss prevention team of 8 investigators, with responsibility for interviewing, evaluations, and other human resource functions.

Diplomatic Security Officer

Am-Pro Security – Arlington, VA 1991 to 1994

Under the Department of State contract was part of the primary emergency response team for all safety and security situations at the 72-acre National Foreign Affairs Training Center (NFATC) site.

•Provided facility patrols for fire, security, and safety violations that could disrupt normal operations of the facility and its services.

•Successfully operated Central Alarm Station (CAS), during attempted breaches to the campus.

•Participated in safety and security inspections and recommended additional safety and security measures during the construction of the NFATC facility.

•Interfaced with diplomats, foreign and domestic visitors, guests, Department of State employees, representatives of other Government agencies, and contractors.

•Demonstrated ability to perform in all situations and under stress.

•Hand-picked for this assignment by the Site Security Supervisor/Manager for the ability to perform the duties to the highest standards and enhance the team's capabilities and knowledge.

EDUCATION

STUDIES:

Police and Security Administration – Northern Virginia Community College

Physical Security – Northern Virginia Community College

CERTIFICATIONS:

Private Investigations – Northern Virginia Community College / Commonwealth of Virginia

Anti-Terrorism / Force Protection Officer (ATO) Level 2 – Defense Security Service Academy

Basic Information Security – Defense Security Service Academy

BEEM (Blast Mitigation Software) – U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)

OTHER SKILLS

•Computer "power user" proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), limited computer networking, computer security, Windows, and Linux operating systems.

•Expert in using the Internet for research, including the use of search engines and AI tools.

•Familiar with computer-aided design (CAD) and computer graphics applications.

•Proficient in construction, blueprint reading, low-voltage electrical wiring, conventional and digital photography, and video.

•Trained in First Aid, CPR, and Safe Haven medical assistance.

•Proficient with a variety of firearms and less-lethal weapons (i.e., PR-24, ASP, & Kuboton).

•Field data gathering, to include on-sight interviews, Sketching areas of concern and photographic support.

•Familiar with many different web-based reporting and status updating systems and databases.

•Other Soft Skills: Time Management, Out of the Box Thinking, Problem Solving, Communication, & Organizational skills.

FORMER SECURITY CLEARANCES

U.S. Department of Defense: TOP SECRET

U.S. Department of State: TOP SECRET

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