BRENT ALLEN, CPP

3333 MacArthur Blvd. Oakland, CA 94602 (510) 530-6157 brentallen88@yahoo.com

SECURITY MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL

ASIS International, Board Certified Protection Professional (CPP) with more than 20 years of progressive security management experience. Expert at developing and implementing plans, internal controls, and preventive strategies for a wide range of security-related applications and issues. Demonstrates sound judgment, critical thinking, and independent decision-making skills in managing multiple activities in high-security, deadline-driven environments where priorities rapidly shift. Outstanding interpersonal skills with proven ability to work effectively, under pressure, with individuals across all organizational levels. Well-rounded expertise across all aspects of physical security management, fire / life safety, and integrated systems
Systems Design & Administration High-Rise / Multi-Site Security Operations Cross-Functional Team Leadership Employee & Staff Safety Training Fire, Safety, Evacuation Preparedness Program Development & Management Client Service & Support Policies & Procedures

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
SECURITAS SECURITY SERVICES USA, San Francisco, CA 10/1996 to 2010 SAFETY DIRECTOR / ACCOUNT M ANAGER THE STATE BAR OF CALIFORNIA Manage all aspects of security, fire safety, and emergency response for this 13-story high-rise headquarters facility of the State Bar of California. Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate the performance of all security personnel. Monitor and maintain critical building systems, oversee periodic upgrades of devices and equipment, and continually strengthen and refine procedures and programs to meet clients ever-changing security and safety needs. Manage critical safety programs, including floor warden, first aid team, and earthquake preparedness. Supervise team of 10 security officers and 40 emergency response staff members. Created site-specific emergency evacuation video and plan for more than 600 building occupants, completing the project and training within a tight deadline. Project has been adopted as standard training for all new employees and as a refresher course for existing employees. Devised new plan for administrating growing list of security threats and concerns posed by disgruntled employees, clients, visitors, and association members. This included a watch list database with photographs and security response instructions. Created and implemented PowerPoint presentation for training emergency personnel (floor wardens) on procedures for properly handling natural disasters and medical emergencies. Designed, implemented, and administered site-specific integrated security protection system, including development of alarm mitigation measures, response procedures, and CCTV management protocols. Established, implemented, and maintained policies, standards, and procedures for all security related functions, including building evacuation, emergency response, employee identification, and access control. Recipient of Supervisor of the Year Award by ASIS Bay Area Chapter in 2003. AMERICAN PROTECTIVE SERVICES, San Mateo, CA 05/1996 to 10/1996 PROJECT M ANAGER GATEWAY OFFICE COMPLEX Directed all aspects of physical security and fire safety for this commercial high-rise complex. Monitored and maintained critical building systems, including fire, security, and environmental, to ensure a safe and secure facility at all times. INSIGHT SECURITY SERVICES, Fremont, CA 10/1995 to 03/1996 SITE SUPERVISOR LAM RESEARCH Managed security operations for this high-tech manufacturing and research client with 14 buildings. Supervised the performance of 35 security officers. Continued on Page 2

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WELLS FARGO GUARD SERVICES, Oakland, CA 05/1995 to 10/1995 FACILITIES MANAGER WEST COAST VIDEO Managed security and safety operations for this video duplication company with multiple site locations. AMERICAN PROTECTIVE SERVICES, INC., San Francisco, CA 11/1992 to 05/1995 SITE SUPERVISOR PACIFIC TELESIS CENTER Managed security and safety operations for Class-A high-rise office building with adjoining shopping center. Supervised a force of 21 security officers.

C E R T I F I C AT I O N S & T R AI N I N G
Certifications: Certified Protection Professional (CPP) American Society for Industrial Security Certified Security Supervisor Securitas Security Services, USA Certified High-Rise Fire Safety Director - San Francisco Fire Dept. and IUOE, Local 39, Stationary Engineers Professional Development Programs: Threat and Risk Assessment National Emergency Response & Rescue Training Center Physical Security, Technology, and Applications American Society for Industrial Security Memberships: American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS)

EDUCATION
Communications Major TEMPLE UNIVERSITY