Boston Blake
Security Manager
Vance River
Summary
Seasoned Security Team Leader with a proven track record at Trinidad Generation Unlimited, enhancing asset protection and cybersecurity awareness. Excelled in threat assessment and crisis management, significantly improving incident response protocols. Skilled in conflict resolution and team leadership, adept at fostering law enforcement collaboration and driving operational effectiveness.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Team Leader
Trinidad Generation Unlimited
La Brea
09.2021 - Current
- Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
- Designed and implemented comprehensive security policies and procedures to safeguard company assets.
- Assessed company security risks and developed actionable solutions to be presented to management.
- Developed and enforced security policies, procedures, and protocols to protect confidential information.
- Implemented an incident response process to ensure timely resolution of security issues.
- Managed a team of Security Officers responsible for monitoring CCTV cameras and responding to alarms.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to develop business continuity and disaster recovery plans.
- Established relationships with law enforcement agencies in order to facilitate investigation of cybercrime incidents or other criminal activities involving IT infrastructure.
- Participated in continuing education and seminars to learn about latest threats and risk prevention methods.
- Managed the budget for the security department, optimizing resources while ensuring maximum protection.
- Investigated security breaches and took appropriate measures to minimize damage.
- Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards.
- Worked closely with local law enforcement to coordinate security operations and investigations.
- Periodically reviewed existing policies and procedures and made recommendations to improve security.
- Trained new security officers on safety protocols and company standards.
Account Executive
Amalgamated Security Services Limited
Point Fortin And Santa Flora
01.2020 - 08.2024
- Improved resource planning and allocation by streamlining security and administrative programs, business management operations, and inventory control.
- Upheld strict confidentiality regarding sensitive information and security measures.
- Conducted investigations into security breaches and prepared detailed reports.
- Collaborated closely with law enforcement agencies to provide assistance during investigations or emergencies.
- Managed security staff schedules for shifts, minimizing overtime costs.
- Organized regular meetings with key stakeholders providing updates on recent developments in Security operations.
- Ensured all security equipment was maintained and fully operational.
- Provided security team leadership and contributed to on-call duties.
- Provided ongoing coaching, feedback, development opportunities, discipline when necessary to ensure employees are meeting expectations.
- Investigated security breaches and took appropriate measures to minimize damage.
Estate Police Sergeant/Investigator/Operations Lead
Petroleum Company of Trinidad and Tobago Limited
Point Fortin, Santa Flora And Pointe A Pierre
05.1996 - 11.2018
- Analyzed crime trends within their jurisdiction to identify areas needing additional resources or attention.
- Informed shift officers of properties to watch and noted criminals understood to be in patrol areas.
- Reviewed incident reports prepared by subordinate officers for accuracy and completeness prior to submission.
- Served as a field supervisor during special events or operations requiring additional staffing levels.
- Collaborated with outside agencies to ensure effective law enforcement services were provided to citizens.
- Evaluated the performance of assigned personnel through observation, review of reports and other methods.
- Responded to emergency calls for service as needed.
- Interpreted laws, regulations, policies and procedures to subordinates.
- Trained and mentored staff on correct procedures to maximize efficiency and protect public trust.
- Assigned, coordinated and reviewed the work of police officers.
- Maintained records of case dispositions, arrests made by assigned personnel and other relevant data points.
- Provided training to officers on applicable state laws, local ordinances and departmental policies and procedures.
- Participated in public outreach programs designed to engage citizens in law enforcement efforts.
- Evaluated evidence for validity and admissibility and provided testimony during administrative and criminal court hearings.
- Led operational planning teams to address field and base concerns with minimal delays.
- Responded quickly to calls, questions and complaints from citizens to help in various situations.
- Developed strategies for crime prevention initiatives in collaboration with community organizations.
Education
Master of Science - MSc Criminology And Criminal Justice
University of The West Indies
St. Augustine Campus Trinidad And Tobago09-2021
Bachelor of Science - BSc Security Administration & Management
Cipriani College of Labour & Co-operative Studies
Valsayn Campus09-2013
Skills
- Surveillance systems
- Threat assessment
- Data privacy
- Access control
- Emergency preparedness
- Investigation techniques
- Crisis management
- Asset protection
- Cybersecurity awareness
- Risk analysis
- Incident response
- Physical security
- Security protocols
- Policy enforcement
- Security audits
- Security team leadership
- Investigative procedures
- Interviews and interrogations
- Operational effectiveness
- Background investigations
- Law enforcement collaboration
- Emergency management
- Security management
- Criminal investigations
- Crime prevention
- Performance assessment
- Incident investigation
- Firearms training
- Company risk mitigation
- Volunteer firefighter (1993–1999)
- Skilled in conflict resolution
Affiliations
- Enjoy weightlifting in my free time
Accomplishments
- 2014 Most Outstanding Student; Director's Honor List; Best Research Paper (BSc Cipriani College)
- 2011 Director's Honor List (Cipriani College)
- 2002 Letter of Recognition (David Lee Sam (MOM), Justice of the Peace: Assisting the Point Fortin CID in solving a murder
Certification
- Member of ASIS International
- 1996 Registered as a student with the Institution of Fire Engineers
- 2024 Certified in Cyber Security
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Security Team Leader
Trinidad Generation Unlimited
09.2021 - Current
Account Executive
Amalgamated Security Services Limited
01.2020 - 08.2024
Estate Police Sergeant/Investigator/Operations Lead
Petroleum Company of Trinidad and Tobago Limited
05.1996 - 11.2018
- Member of ASIS International
- 1996 Registered as a student with the Institution of Fire Engineers
- 2024 Certified in Cyber Security
Master of Science - MSc Criminology And Criminal Justice
University of The West Indies
Bachelor of Science - BSc Security Administration & Management
Cipriani College of Labour & Co-operative Studies
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