Essam Ahmed has over 10 years of experience in security and safety roles in Europe and the Middle East. He is currently the Security Manager at Holiday Inn Dubai - Al Barsha, where his responsibilities include safety and security of guests, colleagues and buildings, crime prevention, maintaining security systems, and training staff. Previously, he held security management roles at Al HOBOOB SECURITY in Dubai and SIMONA investigation in Italy. He has obtained several security, safety, and emergency response certificates from Dubai Police Academy, Emirates Civil Defence Academy and other organizations.

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Essam Ahmed
essam5001@gmail.com
+971 555 025 035
Dubai, UAE
Personal Statement
To lead a team as part of a professional organization that is consistent with the growing
demands of the UAE market and customers. I would like to offer all my experience within the
last 10 years working in the security & safety field in Europe and Middle East, understanding
all other nationalities to work as one team because we have only one target to reach it.
Work Experience
Holiday Inn Dubai - Al Barsha, UAE
March 2015 till present |Position – Security Manager
General Purpose
In my role as Security Operations Manager, my key responsibilities of managing the
security department include: operational management of the department, guest relations,
problem resolution, Government Relations, SOPs, Health & Safety Management, recruitment,
staffing, scheduling, supervision and training of all security colleagues.
Job Responsibilities
• Safety and security of guests, colleagues and hotel buildings
• Crime prevention and investigation, Dubai Police Relations
• Manager on duty (MOD)
• Security systems including: security patrols, surveillance systems, fire safety systems,
door locking mechanisms, control of restricted areas, monitoring of master keys, etc.
• Training of staff for emergency procedures: inspections relating to hotel security, DTCM,
Civil Defence, DHA
• Maintaining good working relationships with management and members of other
departments
Al HOBOOB SECURITY – Dubai – UAE
September 2013 to February 2015 |Position – Security Manager
Responsible for managing a team of security personnel to ensure the protection of property
and people. Patrols of the building perimeter, setting up secure point of entry and
investigating suspicious activity.
Job Responsibilities
• Adhering to the company safety policy it was my duty to ensure that the workplace was
safe and adhering to our company Safety policy
• Direct liaison with General Manager and Corporate Level in day-to-day business activities.
• Set up plans and strategies to develop the Security team growth
• Manage Security Training for all individuals as per customers’ needs
• Developing Security plan to meet our customers’ needs
• Liaison with Department of Protective Systems in Dubai Police - DPS

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SIMONA investigation – Italy
2004 to 2012 | Positions held – Assistant Security Manager, Security
Supervisor, Security Guard
An assistant security manager I assisted the security manager in overseeing all aspects of
the Security Department, in charge of developing security measures and assuring the overall
security of all members of the organization.
Job Responsibilities
• Responsible for assisting the security manager in coordination of security operations,
as well as managing, training, assessing performance of the entire security personnel,
conducting internal investigations
• Developing security policies and procedures for the security department, oversee all
necessary training modules and procedures for security staff
• Review and report accidents that happened within the vicinity, inspect all areas for safety
and fire hazard; and file reports on safety precautions
Education
• Sapienza University (2005-2006) : Equation Bachelors of Sociology, Rome Italy
• Alexandria University (2000-2004) : Bachelors of Sociology, Egypt
Certificates
• Fire Warden, Emirates Civil Defence Academy, Dubai, 2017
• Managing Safety, Institute of Occupational Safety & Health (IOSH), Dubai, 2016
• Disability Assistance with Myth of Sign Language, Valpas, Dubai, 2016
• Fire Fighting, Emirates Civil Defence Academy, Dubai, 2016
• Basic Food Hygiene, Dubai Municipality, Dubai, 2016
• Security Management, Dubai Police Academy, 2014
• Security Manager License from Department Protective System (DPS) Dubai Police, 2014
• DPS Portal Online Operation Training, Vostok Center Dubai, 2014
• Emergency First Aid, Highfield UK, Dubai Corporation for Ambulance Services, 2014
• Security Supervisor, Dubai Police Academy, 2014
• Security Services from Italian Ministry of Labor Social Policies, Italy, 2010
• Security, Civil Protection, Italian Civil deface academy, 2010
Personal Skills
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office and Operating Systems
• The ability to identify and resolve problems quickly and effectively with excellent attention
to detail. And to take initiative to make improvements
• Excellent Communication skills and interpersonal skills. Use time efficiently, contribute skills
and capabilities to achieve the team’s goals
Personal Data
• Nationality : Italian
• Date of Birth : 19th
September 1982
• Marital Status : Single
• Languages Known : Arabic, English, Italian
• Driving License : Valid UAE driving license and own a car
References
Available upon request