Christopher Jefferson
13301 Hollow Ridge Court, Upper Marlboro,MD
Summary
Motivated and experienced specialist with a strong background in leadership, strategic planning, and technical operations, seeking a Lead Physical Security Specialist role within the United States Capitol Police. Committed to excellence and ensuring the integrity of critical operations, bringing a proven track record of success in implementing security measures to safeguard assets and personnel. Expertise lies in developing and executing comprehensive security strategies to mitigate risks and enhance overall safety protocols within high-stakes environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Security Specialist
United States Capitol Police
Washington, District of Columbia
11.2004 - Current
- Physical Security Specialist
- Design, install, calibrate, test, and maintain all electronic security components, systems, and networks designed to protect the Members of Congress, employees, visitors, and facilities on the Capitol Hill complex.
- Analyze, formulate, and resolve complex problems/trouble calls
- Acting Lead Physical Security Specialist
- Provided supervisory leadership to team of Physical Security Specialists
- Generated and disseminated daily schedule
- Monitored for and fielded trouble calls
- Collaborated with/managed supporting teams to include the Duress team, MC Dean OPT team, and Logistics team
- Organized and prioritized deliverables to meet departmental goals
- Attended project meetings and reviewed project packages
- Participated in project planning by evaluating drawings and schematics, managing/maintaining integrated systems, providing technical support as needed, managing TIMP system/wireless network, coordinating special event and CODEL support and security, and screening equipment deployments.
- Assigned team members to project acceptance testing
- Managed lifecycle equipment swaps and associated material requests
- Reconciled and maintained trace detector, x-ray machine, and magnetometer inventory spreadsheets and lifecycle reports
- Utilized the Infrastructure Maintenance Management System (IMMS) to manage and track lifecycle and maintenance history of physical security equipment/devices
- Managed department vehicle(s) CP-400's
- Reviewed and distributed monthly fire door reports and bi-annual x-ray radiation survey reports
- Performed QA/QC inspections
Technical Specialist
Radian Incorporated
Alexandria, Virginia
02.2004 - 11.2004
- Designed, installed, calibrated, tested, and maintained electronic security systems, networks, components, and assemblies.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to define technical requirements and project scopes.
- Completed troubleshooting and diagnostics on company resources.
- Managed vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of hardware and software solutions.
Alarm Installation Technician
Brinks Home Security
Lanham, Maryland
10.2002 - 02.2004
- Planned, installed, programmed, and activated commercial security alarm systems.
- Ensured compliance with local building codes, regulations, and industry standards during all phases of installation projects.
- Reduced false alarms by thoroughly testing and troubleshooting installed systems to ensure optimal functionality.
- Provided comprehensive training on system operation and maintenance to end-users, ensuring client confidence in the newly installed security measures.
Education
System Installer/Maintainer -
Software House CCURE 9000
Certification -
Smiths Detection
Training Academy, Inc. - undefined
Certified Private Security System
Alarm Technician Certification - undefined
The National Training School (sponsored by The National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association)
High School Diploma -
Maryland State Department of Education
Baltimore, MD08.2004
Skills
- Microsoft Office Applications
- Utilization of Infrastructure Maintenance Management System (IMMS)
- Maintenance, testing, servicing, and lifecycle management equipment and systems in the following areas:
- access control and barriers
- screening and detection equipment
- intrusion and duress alarms
- surveillance and assessment
- security infrastructure and connectivity
- lifecycle management and system sustainment
- testing and servicing protocols
- Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF)
Timeline
Physical Security Specialist
United States Capitol Police
11.2004 - Current
Technical Specialist
Radian Incorporated
02.2004 - 11.2004
Alarm Installation Technician
Brinks Home Security
10.2002 - 02.2004
Training Academy, Inc. - undefined
Certified Private Security System
Alarm Technician Certification - undefined
The National Training School (sponsored by The National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association)
System Installer/Maintainer -
Software House CCURE 9000
Certification -
Smiths Detection
High School Diploma -
Maryland State Department of Education