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Updated March 26, 2025

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Protection security officer resume

Louis Dixon

(890) 555-7564 | ldixon@example.com

New York, NY | 26805 S. Evergreen Ave. - 60000

Work experience

2019 - Present
Protection Security Officer, FJC Security Services - New York, NY
- Maintained open communication with key officers to ensure safety of patrons.
- Stopped and detained individuals from engaging in criminal activities.
- Maintain order by checking the premises ad monitoring surveillance systems
- Log clients in and out Of the facility.
- Established controlled access levels for Lenel Security Systems.
- Assist on-site law enforcement and fire personnel, incident reporting, and provide high profile personal security.
2009 - 2019
Campus Security Officer, Universal Protection Service - Dallas, TX
- Supervised and trained Security Officers Maintained employees payroll
- Execute security services as outlined in site-specific Post orders and directed by Security Management.
- Monitor CCTV cameras and Fire Control Panels.
2006 - 2009
Special Police, Securitas Services - Saint Louis, MO
- Instruct EMT/CEU courses and CPR for the Professional Rescuer courses for EMT's as required by state of Missouriby-laws.
- Perform monthly fire drills and emergency Evacuation drills
- Provide daily communication to Supervisors/Managers to resolve issues on a timely and efficient basis.
- Trained New Employees Request emergency personnel Write operational reports.
- Investigated suspicious activity, respond to emergency calls, and conducted corporate theft assessments.

Skills

Unsafe Conditions
Security Services
Law Enforcement
Unarmed Security
Company Property
Security Equipment
Emergency
Surveillance Equipment
Federal Laws
Communication

Education

High School Diploma, (2001 - 2001)
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Protection security officer resume

Ann Patterson

(700) 555-0163 | apatterson@example.com

Jersey City, NJ | 49122 N. Cedar Ln. - 72758

Work experience

2015 - Present
Protection Security Officer, Securitas Services - Jersey City, NJ
- Provide emergency assistance as necessary.
- Responded to emergency situations and represented the Safety & Security Manager by taking action in accordance with MCHS Directives.
- Control access of work site and communication with contractors and workers.
2012 - 2015
Security Assistant, Elite Investigations - New York, NY
- Conducted searches of customer bags in retail stores Monitored security cameras in commercial office buildings Checked visitor ID cards and patrolled building
- Provided security services in high class buildings and reputable tourist locations Responsible for efficient communication via comms.
- Use two-way communication devices, serves as communications link for Camp Bullis.
- Maintained physical security presence at the front door.
- Completed Mission Essential/Vulnerability Area (MEVA) assessments for inclusion to the installation Physical Security Plan.
2006 - 2012
Protective Services Officer, Securitas Services - New York, NY
- Monitored the DVTel camera systems and CCure security programs Answered calls and dispatched security officers when necessary
- Patrolled buildings and use CCTV cameras to monitor activities.
- Discover source of security breach.

Skills

Safety Hazards
Monitors Entrances
Security Breaches
Personnel Security
Law Enforcement
Visible Deterrent
Crowd Control
Clearance
Facility
Alarm Systems

Education

High School Diploma, (2000 - 2000)
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Protection security officer resume

Roy Turner

(300) 555-0584 | rturner@example.com

Cranford, NJ | 35008 S. Evergreen Ave. - 81637

Work experience

2018 - Present
Protection Security Officer, G4S - Cranford, NJ
- Observe and Investigate security concerns or safety hazards.
- Answered multi line phones, transferred all calls, Preformed monthly checks on whole plants emergency fire system.
- Receive telephone calls on behalf of the employer and take down information after work hours.
2017 - 2018
Security, Securitas Services - New York, NY
- Trained to act in emergency situations such as performing CPR and knowing where Fire Exits are.
- Install and maintain DMP alarm, DSX door access, and CCTV systems in new and existing buildings.
- Close communication with management/employees and making sure items that are high in demand are safely distributed and locked.
- Processed and logged accurate and detailed incident reports.
- Worked with little to no supervision for extensive periods of time while assigned to fill vacancies on an emergency basis.
- Responded immediately to emergency incidents and security requests.
2016 - 2017
Enforcement Officer, Securitas Services - New York, NY
- Oversee all operations within the law enforcement organization.
- Maintained communication with senior supervisors on daily activities and recommended improvements regarding current policies and procedures.
- Follow all guidelines for First Aid, CPR, AED and Active shooter emergencies.
- Possess and maintain First Aid/CPR Certification.
- Advise several USMC Colonels on law enforcement policies and procedures.

Skills

Issue Citations
Criminal Activity
Public Safety
Impound
Evict Violators
Communication
TSA
Security Services
Initial Investigations
Traffic Flow

Education

Some College Courses, Criminal Justice (2011 - 2011)
Saint Leo University
Saint Leo,

Protection security officer resume

Sharon Boyd

(210) 555-3570 | sboyd@example.com

Santa Ana, CA | 44490 W. First Ave. - 63496

Work experience

2018 - Present
Protection Security Officer, Universal Protection Service - Santa Ana, CA
- Reported all incidents, accidents and medical emergencies to law enforcement.Responded quickly to medical emergencies, bomb threats and fire alarms.
- Performed security check at main gate entrance and exit of facility of all individuals requesting entrance of facility.
- Supervised 10-15 security officers to ensure all work sites and shifts covered.
- Worked with the police departments.
2017 - 2018
Custom Protection Officer, American Security Programs - Washington, DC
- Monitor and react to emergencies, conduct inspections and perform facility perimeter patrol inspections.
- Maintain written reports (Incident reports and logs).
- Testify in court regarding criminal activity or other incidents.
- Completed Root Cause incident reports for OSHA and Department of Enviromental Protection and the Coast Guard.
- Responded to calls in both routine and emergency situations.
2014 - 2017
Security Screener, Department of Homeland Security - Washington, DC
- Identified dangerous objects in baggage, cargo and/or on passengers; and prevented those objects from being carried onto the aircraft.
- Keep the supervisor informed of stressful situations requiring attention and make effective decisions quickly to improve productivity.
- Perform wanding, pat down searches, bag searches, and review tickets and identification.
- Used diverse, cutting edge electronic detection and imaging equipment for baggage examination.
- Operated screening equipment to identify dangerous objects on passengers, and prevented those objects from being transported onto aircraft.

Skills

Facility
Property Damage
Daily Activities
Bag Searches
Security Procedures
Exit Points
Monitors Entrances
Ensure Order
Workforce
Responder

Education

High School Diploma, (2014 - 2014)
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Protection security officer resume

Teresa Hicks

(990) 555-1736 | thicks@example.com

Torrance, CA | 64581 N. Evergreen Ave. - 95431

Work experience

2018 - Present
Protection Security Officer, Securitas Services - Torrance, CA
- Secure drugs, weapons, or contraband until it can be released to the appropriate law enforcement agency.
- Provided security services to the Carrier Corp. plant and distribution centers.
- Assist law enforcement officials with situations.
2008 - 2018
Unarmed Security Guard, Securitas Services - Los Angeles, CA
- Worked in conjunction with US Army Security Guard Forces in instances of emergency.
- Trained in the Security Forces Management Information System and the Texas Law Enforcement Telecommunication System.
- Worked as an unarmed guard for the TV show THE GRIMM
2007 - 2008
Petty Officer, Universal Protection Service - Los Angeles, CA
- Enforce & implement all property management rules & policies as well as emergency procedures.
- Assist emergency response personnel during an emergency.
- Teach and provide instruction to tenants on emergency evacuation procedures and polices.
- Work in conjunction with local law enforcement personnel obtaining or passing along information as necessary.
- Assisted users with policies and procedures for setting up conference calls, new accounts, web/network presentations and voice mail.
- Perform weapons maintenance supervising Conduct law enforcement procedures and customs process Process preliminary investigations into UCMJ violations

Skills

Law Enforcement
OC
Clearance
Coast Guard
Security Services
Physical Security
Communication
Honorable Discharge
Property Damage
Unarmed Security

Education

High School Diploma, (2007 - 2007)
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How to write a protection security officer resume

Craft a resume summary statement

Your resume summary sums up your experience and skills, making it easy for hiring managers to understand your qualifications at a glance. Here are some tips to writing the most important 2-4 sentences of your resume:

Step 1: Mention your current job title or the role you're pursuing.

Step 2: Include your years of experience in protection security officer-related roles. Consider adding relevant company and industry experience as relevant to the job listing.

Step 3: Highlight your greatest accomplishments. Here is your chance to make sure your biggest wins aren't buried in your resume.

Step 4: Again, keep it short. Your goal is to summarize your experience and highlight your accomplishments, not write a paragraph.

These four steps should give you a strong elevator pitch and land you some protection security officer interviews.

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List the right project manager skills

Use your Skills section to show you have the knowledge and technical ability to do the job. Here is how to make the most of your skills section and make sure you have the right keywords:

Look to the job listing. You often need to include the exact keywords from the job description. Take note of the skills listed for the job.
Put all relevant hard and soft skills in your skills section.
Be specific. If you are too broad, you may not be giving the best picture of your skills and leave the hiring manager uncertain of your abilities.
Be up to date. Software names change and companies merge. Don't look out of touch by being careless.
Be accurate. Spelling and even upper or lowercase can dramatically change meanings. Make sure you are correctly listing your skills.

These five steps should give you a strong elevator pitch and land you some protection security officer interviews.

Here are example skills to include in your “Area of Expertise” on a protection security officer resume:

Patrol
Safety Hazards
Law Enforcement
Criminal Justice
Customer Service
CPR
CCTV
Security Patrols
Traffic Control
Patients

Emergency Situations
Alarm Systems
Security Services
Incident Reports
Security Breaches
Magnetometers
Control Systems
Security Procedures
Physical Security
DHS

Emergency Response
Government Property
Security Equipment
X-Ray Machines
Criminal Acts
Metal Detectors
PSO
Security Operations
Monitors Entrances
Social Security Administration

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How to structure your work experience

Your work experience should be structured:

With your most recent roles first, followed by earlier roles in reverse chronological order.
Job title, along with company name and location on the left.
Put the corresponding dates of employment on the left side.
Keep only relevant jobs on your work experience.

How to write protection security officer experience bullet points

Remember, your resume is not a list of responsibilities or a job description. This is your chance to show why you're good at your job and what you accomplished.

Use the XYZ formula for your work experience bullet points. Here's how it works:

Use strong action verbs like Led, Built, or Optimized.
Follow up with numbers when possible to support your results. How much did performance improve? How much revenue did you drive?
Wrap it up by explaining the actions you took to achieve the result and how you made an impact.

This creates bullet points that read Achieved X, measured by Y, by doing Z.

Here are effective examples from protection security officer resumes:

Work history example #1

Protection Security Officer

Allied Barton Security SERV

Trained in CPR/AED and Tactical response for using and carrying OC spray and Handcuffs.
Monitored CCTV camera system and reported irregularities such as unauthorized personnel, damaged property, and unsecured areas.
Communicated directives and security status using a hand-held radio as the primary means of communication.
Prepared duty schedules, reported/recorded security time records, established report with Facility Security Manager and contracted staff personnel.
Certified and proficient in CPR/AED Adult-Child-Infant, and all Radio, Dispatch and CCTV communications systems.

Work history example #2

Campus Security Officer

A&R Security Services

Provided direction regarding appropriate relation strategies, communication, and performance issues regarding high threat protective services.
Maintained order and deterred criminal activity in and around DOE Headquarters facilities.
Conducted mobile and foot patrols of DOE properties.
Responded to inquiries by DOE employers, visitors, and pedestrians in the DC area.
Monitored the Fire Control and CCTV System which provided around the clock video coverage of the Hub Facility and outlying areas.

Work history example #3

Protection Security Officer

Valor

Worked as the dispatch officer: Using various forms of communication to maintain constant and effective communication with officers and supervisors.
Conducted surveillance operations using CCTV (Closed Circuit Television), monitoring the entire mall property while performing dispatch procedures.
Ensured that CCTV systems are professionally, effectively and sensitively monitored in compliance with relevant procedures and legislation.
Completed American Red Cross Basic First Aid, AED, and Adult, Child, and Infant CPR training.
Ensured the company remained in compliance with National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) regulations and directives.

Work history example #4

Protective Services Officer

American Security

Granted a Secret Clearance by the Federal Government.
Granted a Secret Clearance by Promoted for times ahead of peers.
inspected vehicles and fuel trucks at LaGuardia Airport before allowing access to the airport operations area (AOA).
Ensured all escorts entering the aeronautical area had completed SIDA driving training.
Supervised 4 employees to ensure performance standards, internal workflows and client deadlines were met.

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Add an education section to your resume

The education section should display your highest degree first.

Place your education section appropriately on your resume. If you graduated over 5 years ago, this section should be at the bottom of your resume. If you just graduated and lack relevant work experience, the education section should go to the top.

If you have a bachelor's or master's degree, do not list your high school education. If your graduation year is more than 15-20 years ago, it's better not to include dates in this section.

Here are some examples of good education entries for resumes:

High School Diploma

2001 - 2001

High School Diploma

2000 - 2000

Highlight your protection security officer certifications on your resume

If you have any additional certifications, add them to the certification section.

To list, use the full name of the certification and the organization that issued it, along with the date of achievement.

Here are some of the best certifications to have on protection security officer resumes:

Security 5 Certification
Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED
First Aid, CPR and AED Instructor
Certified Protection Professional (CPP)

Updated March 26, 2025

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