Randy Kestner is a physical security specialist with over 4 years of experience in information systems security, physical security, and operational deployment security. He has experience developing and implementing physical/operational security guidance and policy. His background includes security roles at Westminster at Lake Ridge, Dumbarton Oaks, and G4S Secure Solutions. He also served 4 years in the U.S. Marine Corps. He possesses skills in security planning, assessments, leadership, data analysis, training, and policy implementation.

1. Randy W. Kestner Jr.
540.419.5495
rkestner87@gmail.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/randykestner
PHYSICAL SECURITY SPECIALIST
A professional Physical Security Specialist with 4 years of proven experience in Information
Systems Security, Physical Security, Operational Deployment Security, Industrial Security,
TEMPEST, Personnel Security, developing and implementing physical/operational security
guidance and policy, analyzing and gaining lessons from new problems and past experiences, and
an understanding of ODNI and DoD. Possess skills related to process improvement, risk
assessment, security classification management, records management, and planning and
scheduling; strong customer service skills and abilities; served 4 years in a security related field
in the U.S. Marine Corps.; a strong background in physical security discipline, access control,
facility construction/accreditation, alarm system development, Temporary SCIP (T-SCIF)
operations, and crafting Security Operating Procedures (SOP); information gathering and research
to support the development of program reports and deliverables; knowledge and experience with
the components and functionality of an Enhanced Security System. Willing to obtain a DoD
Security Fundamentals Professional Certification within 24 months of hire.
SKILL HIGHLIGHTS
● Security Planning ● Capital Budget Manager ● Security Assessments ●Proven Leadership ●
Data Analysis ● Training and Development ● Policy Implementation ● Security Assessments ●
Organization/Communication ● WINDOWS ● Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, Word, Access,
SharePoint, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Publisher
RELATED EXPERIENCE
Westminster at Lake Ridge – Lake Ridge, VA 01/2016 -08/2016
Security Manager
1. Implemented effective policies and procedures for the security department.
2. Created an efficient information system for the campus to ensure physical safety for staff
and residents.
3. Performed risk assessments
4. Identified new problems and analyzed them to determine the appropriate solution and
developed lessons based on those problems along with past problems to ensure physical
safety policy was in place for future security.
5. Maintained and managed records and security classifications.
6. Possessed strong customer service skills and abilitie

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DUMBARTON OAKS; Trustees of Harvard University – Washington D.C. 2012 – 2016
Security Supervisor
1. Provided 24/7 on call physical support for a 17 acre facility for customers: A Museum,
Professional Studies Library, and Professional Garden
2. Managed and mentored 36 Officers on systems, procedures, and customer service;
professional supervised a national historic site worth 20 million with zero safety incidents
3. Trained 36 new Officers annually on site procedures, systems, post orders and duties;
detained an average of 30 trespassers annually
4. Supervise security for 5 to 10 special events annually; Symposiums, Conferences and
Public Lectures.
5. Monitor physical security systems, access control, daily logs, and CCTV systems to
ensure that all systems are working properly and that all people and property are safe
6. Conduct annually training on updated operational procedures, post orders, electronic
systems and licenses.
G4S SECURE SOLUTIONS – Crystal City, VA 2008 – 2012
Customs Protective Officer & Supervisor
1. Provided 24/7 support for the facility and Officers on operational issues
2. Mentored and trained incoming officers on site procedures and duties, integrating them
into the work unit.
3. Conduct patrols; Monitor physical security systems, access control, daily logs, and CCTV
systems.
4. Managed schedule and payroll for all 20+ officers with a budget of 500 K annually;
created an Excel scheduling format created for weekly schedules and ADP payroll
systems which was adopted by the organization
5. Awarded Most Proficient Security Team for fiscal year 2010; team was noted for least
amount of overtime and Officers were continually going above the call of duty
U.S. MARINE CORPS – Stateside and International Locations 07/1987-08/1991
Marine Infantry & Security
1. Led, mentored, trained, and communicated daily with personnel resulting in zero loss of
equipment or safety incidents
2. Conducted regular maintenance on assigned vehicle and sensitive equipment valued at
$250K
3. Integrated risk management process into operational planning for over 100 assignments
in Desert Strom; proven ability to lead under stressful and time critical conditions
4. Participated in joint exercise “Cobra Gold’ with forces from the Thailand Army
5. Managed risk upon multiple lines to protect assets property and equipment valued over
$20M
6. Fully met expectations of senior leadership.
7. Performed with excellence Strategic Planning, Surveillance, and Special Event Security.

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EDUCATION
 Security Officer Management Course, Washington D.C. Officer Management Branch
 Diploma, Fairfax High School, Fairfax, VA
CERTIFICATIONS
 Firearms Safety & Procedures Certificate, International Firearms Specialist Academy
 Cultural Property Protections, International Foundations for Cultural Property Protections
 AED, CPR, and First Aid, American Heart Association
 Security Officer Management Course, Washington D.C. Officer Management Branch
 Special Operations Rescue Swimmer, USMC
 Rifle & Pistol Certification, USMC
 First Responder Course, USMC
AWARDS
 Certificate of Achievement, USMC
 Combat Actions Ribbon, USMC
 Recruit Honor Graduate, Chesty Puller Award
VOLUNTEER
 Wounded Warrior Project
 Military Order of the Purple Heart of the U.S.A., Inc.
 Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughter