Summary
Dedicated Security Officer with a strong focus on emergency response, surveillance monitoring, and incident reporting. Proven ability to train staff and collaborate with local authorities to ensure safety and security.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Officer
Kenyatta university
NAIROBI, KENYA
08.2016 - Current
- Coordinated volunteer training sessions to enhance program effectiveness and engagement.
- Supported administrative tasks, including data entry and record maintenance.
- Promoted awareness of university initiatives through social media and promotional materials.
- Collaborated with others by contributing time, effort and skills to achieve the organization's goals.
- Provided assistance to staff in the daily operations of the organization.
- Attended weekly meetings to discuss progress and future initiatives.
- Promoted community resources through printed marketing material, email newsletters and social media campaigns.
Security Officer
KENYA WILDLIFE SERVICE
NAIROBI, KENYA
08.2011 - 04.2025
- Monitored wildlife areas to detect security breaches and unauthorized activities, safeguarding habitats.
- Collaborated with local authorities during wildlife rescue operations.
- Assisted in educating visitors on safety procedures and wildlife protection.
- Responded promptly to incidents to minimize disruptions and protect wildlife habitats.
- Documented security incidents and maintained detailed reports for review.
- Trained new security staff on protocols and emergency response procedures.
- Evaluated security measures and recommended improvements for better safety practices.
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Greeted staff, guests, and vendors at facility entrance to ensure a secure and welcoming environment.
- Maintained accurate logs of all security related activities.
- Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Monitored entrances and exits for unauthorized personnel or prohibited items being brought onto premises.
- Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
- Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
- Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies, and regulations.
- Confirmed visitor identification prior to granting entry into the building.
- Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity.
- Checked for safety hazards and took corrective action when necessary.
- Monitored premises and recorded activity in daily officer reports.
- Completed incident reports to record security or loss prevention incidents.
- Responded to alarms and conducted investigations as required.
- Investigated any suspicious persons or vehicles on premises and contacted appropriate authorities if necessary.
- Assisted with crowd control during large events held at the facility.
- Provided escorts for visitors as needed throughout the facility.
- Reported safety hazards for remediation response.
- Observed patrons and customers to quickly address security situations.
- Participated in training sessions to stay up-to-date on current security trends and best practices.
- Operated communication systems between officers stationed throughout the facility.
- Adhered to post orders while maintaining a visible presence around the property.
- Inspected parking lot to verify parking permits and ticketed or towed unauthorized vehicles.
- Warned persons of rule infractions or violations and evicted violators from premises.
- Investigated all reported incidents of theft or vandalism on premises.
- Provided assistance to other departments as needed such as deliveries from vendors or contractors.
- Screened visitors and employees for weapons and contraband with hand wands and metal detectors.
- Surveyed property to prevent and identify vandalism or disarmed alarm systems.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of security policies and procedures.
- Performed first aid and CPR during emergency situations.
- Inspected fire extinguishers to ensure they were properly charged and operational.
- Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
- Coordinated with law enforcement and emergency responders during incidents and emergencies.
- Maintained calm composure during emergencies while communicating with local law enforcement and emergency response services.
- Identified suspicious activity to determine appropriate response.
- Detected emergency situations through keen listening and close observation to respond appropriately to alarms.
- Deterred criminal activity, vandalism, and general misconduct by providing expert and highly visible security presence at facilities.
- Searched bags manually to identify prohibited items and contraband.
- Escorted individuals requiring personal protection to provide safe transport to specified locations.
- Explained security protocols to employees and guests to promote readiness for emergency situations.
- Warned violators of rule infractions and escorted unauthorized persons off premises.
- Monitored CCTV systems to ensure safety and security of premises.
- Inspected security systems to maintain consistent operational availability and to detect evidence of tampering.
Education
High School Diploma -
12-2013
Some College (No Degree) - Computer Security
Skills
- Access control
- Surveillance monitoring
- Emergency response
- Incident reporting
- Crisis management
- Risk assessment
- Threat assessment
- Security systems
- Security equipment operation
- Premises patrol
- Safety training
- Defensive tactics
- Investigative tools
- First aid and CPR certified
- Policy enforcement
- Investigative skills
- Conflict resolution
- Communication skills
- High level of integrity
Languages
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Networking onlyWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
RemoteSalary Range
Sh45000/hr - Sh1000/hrAffiliations
- SOCCER & TUTOR
Timeline
Security Officer - Kenyatta university
08.2016 - Current
Security Officer - KENYA WILDLIFE SERVICE
08.2011 - 04.2025
KICJ - High School Diploma,
KENYA WILDLIFE SERVICE - Some College (No Degree), Computer Security