Security Director
Resume:
DANIEL R. NIELSEN, MBA
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Director, Security
Building Specialized Teams That Solve Complex, Sensitive Problems
nAccountable leader who creates positive, problem-solving environments by empowering teams to be confident in executing duties.
nPolitically-savvy senior manager with ability to navigate around difficult egos that complicate high-profile, joint cooperative efforts.
nCommunication champion who bridges communications gaps by developing proactive long-term strategic alliances with critical partners.
nAssertive take-charge leader during crisis situations with ability to quickly prioritize projects and provide direction to personnel while maintaining confidentiality with extremely sensitive information.
Relevant Skills & Experience
Budget Development & Management; Staff Development & Training; Strategic Planning; Business Continuity; Operational Improvements & Efficiencies; Strategic Alliances; C-Level Reporting; Public Relations; Intellectual Property Protection; Facility & Personnel Security; Risk Identification, Assessment and Mitigation; Public Safety; Confidential/Sensitive Investigations; Criminal & National Security Investigations; Public Speaking; Information & Cyber Security; Crisis Management; Establishment of Security Best Practices
NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS
Personally recognized by NW Natural CEO for “amazing leadership and contributions” (2011)
National Press Conference Speaker, Domestic Terrorism Operations (2008)
Spokesperson to national media outlets regarding FBI activities / cases (2002-2010)
One of four Special Agents selected to stand-up the FBI’s Cyber Division (1998 – 1999)
One of four FBI Special Agents responsible for federal civil rights investigation into the Rodney King beating (1992-1993)
Professional Experience
Rosequarter/Portland Trailblazers
Director of Security
2018 – 2019
I developed and implemented security solutions for a multi-facility arena serving professional basketball teams, internationally recognized entertainment celebrities, and major events. I also managed and led the transition from an antiquated access control and video management systems to state-of-the-art systems.
Aronson Security Group – Beaverton, OR
Principal
2016 –2018
I provided enterprise security risk management consulting services to domestic and international clients. I assisted clients in identifying their enterprise security risks and developing strategies to address that risk. In this way, I was able to assist my clients in their efforts to professionalize, strengthen, and increase the value of their enterprise security management programs.
NW NATURAL – Portland, OR
Manager – Corporate Security, Business Continuity, and Facilities
2010–2014
I managed the Corporate Security, Facilities, and Business Continuity Departments. In so doing, I impacted all regional operations, touching most, if not all, 1,000+ company employees. . I conducted hands-on comprehensive security analysis of all company sites to determine risks and security gaps, identified problem areas, and persuaded company executives to quadruple security budget in order to provide improved security. I also managed a $30+ million annual capital budget while maintaining quality, multi-million dollar facilities representing the company’s legacy. I increased our security capabilities by updating equipment and improving / expanding overall company security apparatus encompassing all facilities and personnel.
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION (FBI)
Assistant Special Agent in Charge (Portland)
2004–2010
I was progressively promoted into more senior management roles in recognition for my demonstrated leadership and investigative skills. I directed both criminal and national-security projects in international arena including working with global and national law enforcement representatives, elected officials, and governmental decision makers. I forged positive working relationships to foster inter-agency collaboration. Acted as regional spokesperson to position FBI in best possible light to national media during high profile, sensitive cases; presented at multiple international industry conferences as official FBI subject matter expert.
I led a large-scale, highly complex, and internationally sensitive investigation that laid the groundwork for the first-ever double-conviction of an espionage subject in the history of U.S. In order to do so, I vetted a highly specialized team that operated in secret in a complicated, international case that uncovered a previously convicted spy using his son to maintain contact with Russian handlers.
I restored office morale by stepping in as division leader following departure of a predecessor. I earned a reputation as a respected, supportive leader by taking time to build staff trust through recognition efforts and rapport-generating activities.
EDUCATION
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA – Las Vegas, NV
Master of Business Administration
CENTRAL WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY – Ellensburg, WA
Bachelor of Science in Accounting
Leadership Development:
Leading Strategic Change, Kellogg University Executive Development Program (2007)
Counterterrorism Executive Leadership, US Military Academy, West Point, NY (2006)
Strategic Command Course, Police Executive College – Bramshill, England (2006)
PERSONAL INTERESTS
Photography
Cooking
Outdoor Activities
Travel
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