Airport & Event Security Operations Manager

Jason Drewry

Fort Worth, TX ***** 269-***-**** ************@******.*** https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-drewry/ SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS

AAAE Airport Security Coordinator (ASC) • Airline and Airport Security • Level 3 & Level 4 Texas Security License • Private Investigator License • People Leadership • Client Relations • Subcontractor Relations and Oversight • P&L Management • Conflict Resolution • Government Contract Administration • Program and Project Execution • Risk Mitigation

EXPERIENCE

OPERATIONS MANAGER SUNDANCE SQUARE SECURITY 2023 – PRESENT

Manage safety and security across a 37-square-block footprint in downtown Fort Worth, protecting all persons, property, and assets.

Plan and execute special event security operations for major public events, including New Year’s Eve, the annual art fair, and other seasonal events with attendance of 40,000-50,000 per day.

Develop and implement department policies, procedures, and training programs for a team of 45-50 officers.

Provide and oversee close protection operations and personal security details for ultra-high net worth individuals; securing high profile physical assets valued in excess of $150 million.

Maintain utmost professionalism, congeniality, and discretion in language, attitude, and comportment under all circumstances.

Guide and work with team members during high-stress situations, leveraging effective communication and de-escalation techniques to resolve incidents and guarantee crowd/public safety.

Use appropriate levels of force in defense of self or others.

Liaise with local emergency response agencies and personnel as necessary. VICE PRESIDENT- GENERAL MANAGER PROSEGUR 2021 – 2023 VICE PRESIDENT MALTOS SECURITY GROUP 2018 – 2021

Directed aviation multi-site security operations for a 200+ workforce across Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).

Maintained strict adherence to TSA Aviation Security Programs, Master Airport Security Plans, and 49 CFR 1540-1562 regulations.

Supervised flight and aircraft security operations for prominent international air carriers while safeguarding high-value assets, including specialized equipment, technology, and fleet vehicles.

Conducted routine risk assessments, implemented mitigation strategies, and escalated high-risk security matters to executive leadership to ensure operational continuity.

Led immediate threat response protocols in alignment with TSA, airport, and federal regulations through standard operating procedures.

Served as the primary liaison to airport authorities, law enforcement, and government agencies during TSA inspections, regulatory reviews, anti-terrorism coordination, and formal audits.

Led cross-functional teams, executing long-term recruitment strategies, operational briefings, resource deployment, P&L management, payroll, and policy enforcement.

Developed, delivered, and monitored comprehensive training programs and quality control initiatives, establishing clear communication, team priorities, and performance evaluations.

Monitored, guided, and evaluated subordinate staff performance by mentoring, supporting development, and consistent use of performance management.

Cultivated relationships with stakeholders, representatives of law enforcement, anti-terrorism, government, and security agencies.

Signatory responsible for oversight of badging activity. Maintained DFW and IAH SIDA badge with Customs seal CBP Zone 1 clearance.

ACCOUNT MANAGER UNITED PROTECTIVE SERVICES 2017 – 2018

Managed a 30-account portfolio, with oversight of 4000+ weekly hours and 100+ security personnel.

Developed and implemented security policies, procedures, directives, and training/development programs.

Conducted site security assessments to identify concerns and mitigate risk.

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