Horace N. Smith

*** **** **** *****, ******* News, Virginia 23608 757-***-**** ad2z4g@r.postjobfree.com

Highly knowledgeable, experienced, and dedicated Security Manager with a solid track record of law enforcement and security related success. Experience in management and comprehensive planning of personnel. Effective implementation of strategic security programs that provide operational excellence. Recognized for exceptional performance in process improvements changes to management and facilitation of multiple projects. Consistently attains advanced knowledge of security legislation. Currently holds a Secret and Sensitive Government Security Clearance. Military Veteran.

Education

Arizona State University – Master of Arts in Cybersecurity Policy Emergency Management and Homeland Security, estimated 2025

Ashford University – Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and General Management, 2014

-Minor in Public Administration

Ashford University – Associate’s Degree in Business Administration and General Management, 2012

Security Certifications

Department of Criminal Justice Service

DCJS Certified Compliance Agent

DCJS General Instructor

DCJS Firearms Instructor

Private Investigators Association of Virginia Inc

Armed Executive Protection Specialist

Armed Personal Protective Specialist

Armed Private Investigator/Detective

Armed Special Conservator of the Peace

Patrol Rifle

Concealed Weapon Permit

Advanced Handgun

Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

Expandable Baton

Oleoresin Capsicum Aerosol Projectors

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Professional Experience

ARMED NUCLEAR SECURITY OFFICER – Huntington Ingalls Industries (Newport News Shipyard), Newport News, Virginia, September 2015 – Present

Supervise and monitor centralized alarm system and warning systems and detect any unlawful presence in high security zone. Guard multiple point gate accesses and components worth $37 billion dollars for building of Nuclear Aircraft Carriers and Nuclear Submarines. Analyze and defend nuclear reactors for vital area (VA) components and identified threats. Participate in training and tactical drills and ensure compliance in Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) requirements. Perform regular foot patrolling of protected area, vital area installations, and gates to ensure nuclear facility’s security. Respond immediately to any warning generated by alarm. Analyze and rectify all failed security measures to ensure nuclear 24X7 securities in facility. Monitor and check all vehicles and personnel at entry and exit points. Manage lawful access control functions at Owner Controlled access entry points to prevent unlawful access to weapons area. Execute drug or alcohol testing policy. Provide escorts to vehicles as per NRC requirements. Initiate extreme care to enable authorized visits to plant areas. Perform tests on all security systems and equipment to ensure that no lapses occurred in installations and warning points. Administer and monitor emergency operations and evacuations in the event of any accidents or serious threats to installations.

ARMED SPECIAL CONSERVATOR OF THE PEACE (SECURITY OFFICER III) – Eastern State Hospital, Williamsburg, Virginia, November 2019 – August 2021

Sworn in by the Court of James City County and is fully empowered to make an arrest for any state and local violation. Provide a safe environment for 300 patients, over 900 staff, and visitors at Eastern State Hospital (ESH) by maintaining adequate coverage for the Public Safety Department. ESH is a community focused mental health care campus consisting of two patient care buildings and situated on 500 acres. Monitor video surveillance, provide secured patient escort, foot patrol, perimeter check, respond to emergencies, maintain security logs, and execute summons.

SECURITY MANAGER – Dunbar Security Solutions (Canon), Newport News, Virginia, April 2017 – September 2018

Analyzed security needs. Planned and directed implementation of security measures. Supervised building security. Restricted access only to authorized personnel. Conducted or directed surveillance of premises or suspects. Maintained an activity log, coordinated hourly perimeter checks and changing of the guard. Performed foot and vehicle patrols of guarded security inspections. Managed security operations staff of 6 shift supervisors and 50 guards. Provided performance management assessments and compensation reviews. Developed and implemented security operating policies, standards, and procedures. Directed security staff response to emergencies according to established response plans and guidelines. Fostered collaboration through team and individual meetings. Planned, organized, and managed multiple projects. Liaised between security and various business leaders. Conducted security shift supervisor training. Conducted investigations and provided reports to external federal agencies (i.e., ATF) and local law enforcement as needed.

SECURITY MANAGER - Universal Protection Service (Canon), Newport News, Virginia, March 2016 – March 2017

Managed 7 Security Supervisors and 57 Security Officers on site. Responsible for managing site inspection operations to ensure compliance with the SOW. Controlled admittance of personnel and all vehicles to Canon’s Foreign and International Trade Zone. Detected, identified, and investigated potential threats or criminal activity. Provided formal reporting for all incidents, accidents, and medical emergencies. Responded to emergency calls. Maintained portable firefighting equipment and MSDS binder. Monitored video surveillance and parking lot vehicle patrols. Conducted corporate theft assessments. Conducted investigations and collaborated productively with local law enforcement agencies and reported to federal agencies, as necessary. Responsible for submitting payroll, scheduling, and employee training.

FIELD TRAINING OFFICER – Guardus Security (Stihl), Newport News, Virginia, November 2012 – September 2015

Responsible for the overall shift duties, including enforcing security and safety regulations, controlling access, supervising security personnel, and conducting investigations. Managed patrol and manned post for Stihl’s Foreign and International Trade Zone for inbound and outbound of trucks and personal vehicles. Served as a general security presence and visible deterrent to crime and client infractions. Issued parking tickets. Monitored fire alarms, CCTV, and intrusion alarms. Served as 2nd shift FTO for newly hired officers and provided training for Veteran officers that included: counter terrorism practices, emergency procedures, risk management, access control, and crime prevention. Executed security surveys and drills to test effectiveness of security procedures.

SECURITY MANAGER – ABM Security (Canon), Newport News, Virginia, May 2011 – February 2016

Responsible for site operations, inspections, and supervision of 7 supervisors and 55 officers to ensure compliance with the SOW. Managed patrol and manned post for Canon’s Foreign and International Trade Zone for inbound and outbound of trucks and personal vehicles and personnel. Detected and investigated suspicious and criminal activities. Provided formal reporting for all incidents, accidents, and medical emergencies. Responded to emergency calls. Maintained portable firefighting equipment and MSDS binder. Monitored video surveillance. Conducted corporate theft assessments. Conducted investigations and collaborated productively with local law enforcement agencies and reported to federal agencies, as necessary. Responsible for submitting payroll, scheduling, and training.

LIEUTENANT – Alutiiq Homeland Security (Joint Forces Bases- Fort Story), Yorktown, Virginia, July 2010 – May 2011

Supervised 8-armed security officers at the Naval Station Yorktown and managed 6-armed security supervisors along with 50-armed security officers at Joint Forces Base - Fort Story. Responsible for all night shift duties to include enforcing security and safety regulations, access control, supervising security personnel, and conducting investigations. Responsible for enforcing OSHA, U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, Marine Corp, and Coast Guard safety regulations, issuing citations, and transporting pilots and agents to and from cargo vessels. First responder for accidents, HAZMAT, and emergencies. Assigned to a special investigative unit to follow-up on complaints to ensure all workstations are operating in compliance with NAVOSH, EPA, NFPA, and DEQ.

Military Experience

DAMAGE CONTROL CHIEF – United States Navy, Various Locations, March 1987 – June 2010

Additional Training, Certifications, and Awards

Nuclear

Radiation Worker Qualification for Emergency Personnel IAW 106.4 and 106.5, A90 Nuclear Fuel Qualification for Emergency Personnel IAW NAVSEA Instruction C9210.22D Category II, ESS Tactical Training.

Military

Naval Instructor, Small Arms Trainer, Anti-Terrorism Force Protection Training, Naval Fire Fighter Training, Gas Free Engineer Training, Fire Marshal Certification, First Responder Training, Afloat Training Specialist, Qualified Pistol Sharpshooter, Qualified 45 Caliber Pistol Operator, Qualified 40 Caliber Pistol Operator, Qualified 9 MM Pistol Operator, Qualified .38 Special Revolver Operator, Qualified AR-15, Qualified 40 MM, Qualified Shotgun, First Aid for Gunshot Wounds Certification.

Awards

Armed Nuclear Security Officer of the Quarter, October - December 2018, Newport News Shipbuilding

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