1. JAMES STEFFEN
730 Breeze Hill Rd. Apt. 246 • Vista, CA 92081
(760) 805-1255
jessteffen@yahoo.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Security Manager and Military Veteran with an active Secret Security Clearance and 30+ years of proven ability to be a
corporate steward interacting and collaborating with multiple levels of management and diverse cultural audiences.
Consistently achieved exceptional and measurable results while leading up to 45 personnel in dynamic and fast-paced
environment in a military and civilian capacity. Possess a comprehensive background in Risk Analysis, Security Operations,
Emergency Response, and Project Management derived from conducting domestic and global operations. Managed risk upon
multiple lines to protect assets, property, and equipment valued over $13M while meeting the expectations of senior
leadership. Possess extensive knowledge in Professional Development, Weapon Employment, Strategic Planning, and Force
Protection. Recipient of multiple awards for outstanding performance and professionalism in the United States Army. Career
supported by specialized military training and 3+ year’s contractor experience in maritime and static security.
 Cross Functional Leadership
 Maritime Security
 Strategic Planning
 Maintenance Management
 Process Improvement
 Policy Implementation
 Operational Oversight
 Qualitative Assurance
 Performance Evaluation
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
TRIPLE CANOPY – Reston, VA 2015 – Present
Static Security Guard
Oversaw and enforced security measures in accordance with Triple Canopy/Constellis Group policies by providing static
installation access control within the Israel Ministry of Defense, While managing security activities for a $1B Asset.
 Controller/Assistant Team Leader
o Managed rotational schedules of 15 security guards ensuring 24/7 monitoring
o Developed 20+ operational plans at the strategic level, managing the execution of the plans at the tactical
level, and monitoring the outcomes to ensure achievement and organizational goals
 Conducted ongoing reviews of the operational environment and key indicators of performance within the area of
responsibility; proactively identified problems, concerns, and opportunities to improve – implemented solutions
before operations were negatively impacted
 Led readiness training drills in categories including: emergency response, active shooter, first responder, and base
security actions
 Managed overt and covert human source networks to identify threat information and advised mission commanders on
threats on a weekly basis, or as soon as critical threats were alerted
 Drafted and revised organizational polices relating to base defense and security operations; acted as the primary liaison
between the client and company to implement process improvements

2. BLACKSAND GROUP INC. – Fayetteville,NC 2012 – 2014
Maritime Security & Risk Assessment Agent
Contract security agent charged with enforcing anti piracy security measures on board Deep Sea Drilling Ships (Pacific
Scirocco, Bora, Khamsin). Participated in maritime security operations along the Western Coast of Africa primarily along the
Gulf of Guinea to include Ghana, Liberia, Togo, Lagos and Port Harcourt, Nigeria.
 Led onboarding missions directing a 5-personnel security detachment
o Discovered multiple hidden weapon caches; therefore, reducing potential threats to local and neighboring
regions
 Implemented base Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection Plan; executed and maintained base Physical Security Plan
 Conducted over 200 Resource Informatics (RIG) Reviews and security audits
 Drafted daily reports on operational readiness; developed and presented courses of actions/recommendations to
improved and streamline operational readiness and support issues to senior management
 Developed procedures for the emergency response and crisis management, physical security, information protection,
incident management and investigation units
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EPHOR INC. – Boulder, CO 2010
Role Player
1-Month contract. Provided the 3rd Special Forces Group realistic training prior to rotational deployments in Afghanistan.
Acted as part of a 6-personnel team specializing in guerrilla warfare and insurgency operations. Served as an advisor for
mission planning, target identification, and actions on the objectives.
 Oversaw drop zone operations for the 3rd SFG (A) Halo Team – guided teams to transportation link up points and
rendezvous sites while mitigating unplanned issues to ensure mission success.
CALIFORNIAARMY NATIONAL GUARD – El Cajon, CA 2006 – 2013
Light Infantry Reconnaissance Scout
Directed the work activities, tactical employment, training, administrative and personnel management of a 45 personnel unit
for rapid worldwide deployment to conduct light Infantry combat operations; managed unit readiness logistics, maintenance
and security activities for $13M worth of equipment.
 Developed and implemented aggressive program to ameliorate critical personnel shortfalls for the Infantry weapons
officer community from 67% to 100% of workforce requirement within a 24-month period
 Initiated a medical readiness policy resulting in the increase of company wide readiness from 65% to 98% in 2 months
 Engineered risk assessments for complex operations in various high threat locations, formulated risk mitigation
matrixes, and implemented control measures
 Managed the accountability and maintenance of $1M in organizational equipment with zero loss; resulted in a 3%
reduction of fraud, waste and abuse while successfully repairing damaged equipment to free– up 14% of the annual
budget; commended from senior leadership for leadership excellence

3.  Led 9 personnel team through 4 rotations of Operation Rapid Trident in the Ukraine – specializing in peacekeeping
and stability operations within the operating environment (2008-11)
o Led Trainer for the Ukrainian Special Forces providing situational training in all aspects of countering
improvised explosive devices, convoy operations, and patrolling
o Collaborated with the British, Ukrainian, Slovenian, Polish, and 18 other countries to plan and execute all
Military Field Operations
o Joint Training Exercise Cadre – provided mentorship and training on doctrine for all 26 countries
 Achieved a 99.9% “Up Time” of operational and mission readiness for two gun teams – highest and longest rating in
the Brigade’s history resulting in recognition by the Commanding Officer
 Expert Qualifications – M4, M16, M9 Beretta 9mm Pistol, Barrett .50 Cal Sniper Rifle
BAE SYSTEMS – Vista, CO 2007 – 2010
Furnace Operator Lead
Operated high temperature furnaces used to make body armor for the military and federal government. Provided qualitative
assurance oversight by conducting Special Engineering Tests runs.
 Provided qualitative and quantitative analytical information and in order to facilitate and implement process
improvement
 Streamlined operations improving productivity through effective reporting, prioritization and customer
communication reducing employee downtime and errors in reporting by 50%
 Implemented all initiatives and performance management systems to promote efficient operations and orderly delivery
of services to achieve acceptable levels and meet all long-range goals; allocated all labor hours, anticipated hours
required to maintain an efficient and streamlined operation
 Conducted weekly operation synchronization meetings to manage organizational chart, improve efficiencies,
streamline processes, and identify reluctant tasks
SONY ELECTRONICS – Rancho Bernardo, CA 1997 – 2007
Assistant Supervisor
Process Lead for the 19" Computer Monitor Line, in charge of all line shut downs and startups.
 Inherited an underachieving shift operation with the following issues: a deficient record in achieving acceptable
production target; unacceptable levels of off-grade material being produced; escalating downtime and poor safety
record and turned it into one of the top producing shifts in the plant
 Streamlined operations improving productivity through effective reporting, prioritization and customer
communication reducing employee downtime and errors in reporting by 50%
 Implemented safety protocols resulting in a .2% incident rate exceeding the target goal of .6%
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EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS
Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training (BOSIET) Certification
First Responder • Respirator Certification
Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) • Hazardous Waste (HAZWASTE) Training
Crane • Hoist • Forklift Operator

4. TECHNICAL SKILLS
Software: Microsoft Office (2003, 2007, 2010, 2013)
Access, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Outlook, Project, Publisher, Visio, InfoPath, SharePoint
Operating Systems: Mac / Microsoft Windows (95, 98, XP, Vista), Windows 10
ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Final Test Technician at Delta Design Inc. 2006
Manufacturing Lead at Graphic Converting Inc. 2005 – 2006
Technician at Callaway Golf 2004 – 2005
R&D Test Technician at Hewlett-Packard 2002 – 2004
Wafer Fabrication Operator at SGS Thompson Micro Electronics 1996 – 1997
Quality Assurance Auditor at Endar Corporation 1995 – 1996
Wafer Fabrication Production Lead at International Rectifier 1990 – 1995
US Army Paratroopers 82nd Airborne Division 1976 – 1984