David Henke
Waynesboro
Summary
Accomplished Unit Security Manager with a proven track record at the 7th Special Forces Group (Airborne) and the 6th Psychological Operations Battalion (Airborne), enhancing unit readiness and security through comprehensive protocols and efficient workflows. Skilled in physical security, personal security, and incident response, demonstrating exceptional work ethic and attention to detail. Successfully managed security operations, significantly reducing clearance wait times and improving crisis preparedness.
Offering strong foundation in security principles and desire to excel in this field. Contributes ability to quickly learn and adapt to new security technologies and procedures, ensuring effective implementation. Ready to use and develop communication and analytical skills in Personal Security roles.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Unit Security Manager
7th Special Forces Group
02.2023 - Current
- Managed personnel security operations to ensure the safety and protection of unit members.
- Oversaw the issuance and management of security clearances for personnel, ensuring strict compliance with regulations.
- Developed and delivered tailored security training programs, increasing staff awareness and adherence to established guidelines.
- Kept thorough records of all security-related activities within the unit for accurate reporting purposes.
- Identified potential insider threats through routine monitoring activities like background investigations or ongoing assessments; took appropriate action when necessary.
- Cultivated relationships with external security vendors to make additional security resources available if necessary.
- Established and maintained close working relationships with local law enforcement officers.
- Coordinated with IT personnel regarding security of digital assets and information systems.
- Determined security budgets and identified opportunities to optimize resource utilization.
- Delivered regular security awareness programs to educate personnel on security measures and protocols.
- Analyzed security threats and risks and developed mitigation strategies to reduce potential losses.
- Implemented comprehensive security plans to provide highest levels of protection for facilities.
- Worked in fast-paced and high-risk environments while maintaining exceptional standards of excellence for security programs, strategies, and plans.
- Monitored and maintained CCTV and access control systems to protect personnel and assets.
- Responded swiftly to security incidents and effectively resolved security issues.
- Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
Unit Security Manager
6th Psychological Operations Battalion
03.2020 - 02.2023
- Improved overall unit readiness by conducting regular Updates to Leadership with over all readiness and the staff were better prepared for potential crises and deployments as a result.
- Supported executive leadership through timely threat assessments that allowed them to make informed decisions about policy changes or resource allocation.
- Enhanced unit security by implementing comprehensive security protocols and procedures.
- Streamlined processes for obtaining new clearance requests by creating efficient workflows; this reduced wait times significantly.
- Assessed risks and vulnerabilities within the unit, formulating appropriate mitigation strategies.
- Kept thorough records of all security-related activities within the unit for accurate reporting purposes.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Appointed Floor Lead as a Specialist putting me in command of individuals who outrank me, peers, and subordinates.
- Developed and establish a strong working relationship with the USASOC G2 PERSEC Manager
Education
High School Diploma -
Waynesboro Area Seinor High School
Waynesboro, PA05-2018
Skills
- Physical security
- Access control
- Personnel security
- Incident response
- Punctuality
- Information security
- Work ethic
- Reliability
- Incident reporting
- Attention to detail
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 4 staff members.
- Personably commended by General Ferguson (1SFC Commander) for contributions sacrifices and working levels above my rank
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop clearance, annual certification and reportable activity tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Diss certified
- NATO Control Officer
- Airborne
- Distributed Leader I
- Jmesi - Public Speaking
Timeline
Unit Security Manager
7th Special Forces Group
02.2023 - Current
Unit Security Manager
6th Psychological Operations Battalion
03.2020 - 02.2023
- First Aid Certification
- Diss certified
- NATO Control Officer
- Airborne
- Distributed Leader I
- Jmesi - Public Speaking
High School Diploma -
Waynesboro Area Seinor High School
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