Derek Atwood

Government Contractor/ Protection Specialist at U.S. Army Acquisition Support Center (USAASC)
  • Claim this Profile
Contact Information
us****@****om
(386) 825-5501
Location
Manassas, Virginia, United States, US

Topline Score

Topline score feature will be out soon.

Bio

Generated by
Topline AI

You need to have a working account to view this content.
You need to have a working account to view this content.

Credentials

  • Certified Project Officer
    Institute of Project Management
    Jul, 2021
    - Nov, 2024
  • IS-00700.b An Introduction to the National Incident Management System
    FEMA
    Dec, 2020
    - Nov, 2024
  • IS-0242.b Effective Communication
    FEMA
    Dec, 2020
    - Nov, 2024
  • IS-100.c Introduction to Incident Command System, ICS-100
    FEMA
    Dec, 2020
    - Nov, 2024
  • Electronic Security Systems | PY250.16
    Center of Development of Security Excellence
    Nov, 2020
    - Nov, 2024
  • Exterior Security Lighting | PY109.16
    Center for Development of Security Excellence
    Nov, 2020
    - Nov, 2024
  • Introduction to Physical Security | PY011.16
    Center for Development of Security Excellence
    Nov, 2020
    - Nov, 2024
  • Lock and Key Systems Course | PY104.16
    Center of Development of Security Excellence
    Nov, 2020
    - Nov, 2024
  • Physical Security Measures | PY103.06
    Center of Development of Security Excellence
    Nov, 2020
    - Nov, 2024
  • Physical Security Planning and Implementation | PY106.16
    Center of Development of Security Excellence
    Nov, 2020
    - Nov, 2024
  • Protected Distribution System | CS140.16
    Center of Development of Security Excellence
    Nov, 2020
    - Nov, 2024
  • Risk Management for DoD Security Programs | GS102.16
    Center of Development of Security Excellence
    Nov, 2020
    - Nov, 2024
  • Storage Containers and Facilities | PY105.16
    Center of Development of Security Excellence
    Nov, 2020
    - Nov, 2024
  • Basic Lifesaving Course
    -
    Sep, 2017
    - Nov, 2024
  • Interservice Nonlethal Individual Weapons Instructor Course (INIWIC)
    -
    Apr, 2015
    - Nov, 2024
  • Personal Security Training
    US Army
    Dec, 2013
    - Nov, 2024
  • IS-00001 Emergency Program Manager An Orientation to the Position
    FEMA
    Sep, 2012
    - Nov, 2024
  • IS-00011.a Animals in Disasters: Community Planning
    FEMA
    Sep, 2012
    - Nov, 2024
  • IS-00907 Active Shooter: What You Can Do
    FEMA
    Sep, 2012
    - Nov, 2024
  • Accident Investigations
    -
    Jan, 2005
    - Nov, 2024
  • Anti-Terrorism Program Manager Course
    USAMPS
  • Combat Lifesaver Course
    -
  • Equal Opportunity Leaders Cours
    US Army
  • Sexual Harassment/Assault Response & Prevention
    US Army

Experience

    • United States
    • Armed Forces
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Government Contractor/ Protection Specialist
      • Aug 2022 - Present

    • United States
    • Security and Investigations
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Protection Specialist
      • Aug 2022 - Present

    • Protective Services Agent
      • Jul 2020 - Aug 2022

      Provides world-wide, executive-level protection to the Secretary of Defense. Specialized training to conduct High Risk Personnel security operations within both hazardous and low threat environments. Responsible for protecting key leaders and executive-level positions, designated by Personal Security Vulnerability Assessment. Trained on the specific HRP mission of units including doctrine, terminology, coordination, mission planning, special weapons training, evasive driving, and motorcade operations with equipment and weapons organic to units.

    • Sexual Assault Response Coordinator
      • Aug 2017 - Jul 2020

      A credentialed, Sexual Assault Response Coordinator and Victim Advocate. Certified by the National Advocate Credentialing Program (NACP) and through the DOD Sexual Assault Advocate Certification Program (D-SAACP). Assisted victims consisting of Soldiers and family members with sexual assault reports and resources, providing a 24/7 response capability as well as supported the Battalion Commander with prevention, training and awareness efforts to more than 800 Soldiers. A credentialed, Sexual Assault Response Coordinator and Victim Advocate. Certified by the National Advocate Credentialing Program (NACP) and through the DOD Sexual Assault Advocate Certification Program (D-SAACP). Assisted victims consisting of Soldiers and family members with sexual assault reports and resources, providing a 24/7 response capability as well as supported the Battalion Commander with prevention, training and awareness efforts to more than 800 Soldiers.

    • Detachment Sergeant
      • Feb 2019 - Feb 2020

      Served as the Rear Detachment Sergeant for a deployed Military Police organization supporting worldwide contingency operations. Responsible for the health, welfare, and development of over 20 employees. Managed and coordinated Soldier and Family Readiness Group activities for the deployed Soldiers family members. Ensured the combat readiness of over 10 follow-on deploying Soldiers and their equipment. Was the principal advisor to the Rear Detachment Commander on all personnel issues and special emphasis areas, overseeing the stewardship of organizational and installation property valued at $19,000,000.

    • Operations Sergeant
      • Jul 2018 - Feb 2019

      Served as an Operations Sergeant overseeing the day-to-day operations and long-range planning in a Military Police Company with worldwide contingency missions, consisting of 163 Soldiers. Coordinated and executed the Commander's intent, assisting in planning, training, and oversight of the company’s missions. Supervised manpower utilization, readiness, and resources. Prepared briefs for senior level commanders. Provided guidance to the Commander on all aspects of law enforcement operations and certifications. Solely responsible for the health, welfare, training, professional development, and morale of three NCOs and three Soldiers.

    • Platoon Sergeant
      • Nov 2016 - Jul 2018

      Served as a Platoon Sergeant in a Military Police Company, managing and developing of 41 Soldiers. Accountable for over $1,000,000 worth of equipment. Oversaw the training for the 24 hour law enforcement mission for a community consisting of over 72,000 personnel. Served as a Platoon Sergeant in a Military Police Company, managing and developing of 41 Soldiers. Accountable for over $1,000,000 worth of equipment. Oversaw the training for the 24 hour law enforcement mission for a community consisting of over 72,000 personnel.

    • Traffic Management and Collision Investigations NCOIC
      • Jul 2014 - Oct 2016

      Served as the Traffic Management and Collisions Investigations NCOIC for a worldwide deployable Military Police detachment. Oversaw the daily investigations of all traffic accidents and incidences occurring within the confines of the installation. Ensured the timely and complete processing of all accident reports and processing of all issued traffic citations. Developed and implemented traffic control plans for special events. Directly responsible for the training of 11 Soldiers within the section on all law enforcement operations and traffic accident investigations on an installation serving over 57,000 personnel.

    • Operations Sergeant
      • Aug 2013 - Jun 2014

      Served as the Operations and Training NCOIC for the Headquarters and Headquarters Company, US Army Intelligence and Security Command consisting of over 300 Soldiers and 1500 Civilians. Coordinated the day-to-day operation and long range planning of Soldiers readiness, training, and company tasking’s. Tracked all records while using the Digital Training and Management Systems. Oversaw the health and welfare of four Soldiers. Served as the Operations and Training NCOIC for the Headquarters and Headquarters Company, US Army Intelligence and Security Command consisting of over 300 Soldiers and 1500 Civilians. Coordinated the day-to-day operation and long range planning of Soldiers readiness, training, and company tasking’s. Tracked all records while using the Digital Training and Management Systems. Oversaw the health and welfare of four Soldiers.

    • Biometrics Team Trainer
      • Sep 2012 - Aug 2013

      Served as a Mobile Biometrics Trainer and Team Lead. Responsible for provided training to over 700 US and Coalition Forces on the Biometrics Automated Toolset, Handheld Inter-agency Identity Detection Equipment, and the Secure Electronic Enrollment Kit II. Served as a Mobile Biometrics Trainer and Team Lead. Responsible for provided training to over 700 US and Coalition Forces on the Biometrics Automated Toolset, Handheld Inter-agency Identity Detection Equipment, and the Secure Electronic Enrollment Kit II.

    • Supply Specialist
      • Sep 2012 - Aug 2013

      Oversaw the maintenance and accountability of over $2,500,000 in Theater Property Equipment and Sensitive Items. Responsible for the ordering and distribution of supplies and equipment turn in and transfers. Oversaw the maintenance and accountability of over $2,500,000 in Theater Property Equipment and Sensitive Items. Responsible for the ordering and distribution of supplies and equipment turn in and transfers.

    • Platoon Sergeant
      • Sep 2010 - Sep 2012

      Served as the Platoon Sergeant and Physical Security Supervisor for the United States Army Intelligence and Security Command Security Detachment. Managing a 24/7 operational facility, 25 Soldiers Security detachment, accountable for the physical security of a $1.6 billion facility and surveillance related equipment, occupied by over 1,000 employees. Served as the senior advisor on all law enforcement and security related issues. Served as the Platoon Sergeant and Physical Security Supervisor for the United States Army Intelligence and Security Command Security Detachment. Managing a 24/7 operational facility, 25 Soldiers Security detachment, accountable for the physical security of a $1.6 billion facility and surveillance related equipment, occupied by over 1,000 employees. Served as the senior advisor on all law enforcement and security related issues.

    • Motorcycle Safety Supervisor
      • Sep 2010 - Sep 2012

      Planned, coordinated, and executed Motorcycle Safety rides and training for Soldiers and Civilians assigned to the INSCOM community. Planned, coordinated, and executed Motorcycle Safety rides and training for Soldiers and Civilians assigned to the INSCOM community.

    • Squad Leader
      • Feb 2008 - Aug 2010

    • Traffic Management and Accident Investigations NCOIC
      • Apr 2007 - Feb 2008

      Served as the Traffic Management and Collisions Investigations NCOIC for a worldwide deployable Military Police detachment. Oversaw the daily investigations of all traffic accidents and incidences occurring within the confines of the installation which covered 279,270 acres. Ensured the timely and complete processing of all accident reports and processing of all issued traffic citations. Developed and implemented traffic control plans for special events. Directly responsible for the training of five Soldiers within the section on all law enforcement operations and traffic accident investigations on an installation serving over 57,000 personnel.

    • Traffic Management and Collision Investigations NCOIC
      • Aug 2006 - Apr 2007

      Served as the Traffic Management and Collisions Investigations NCOIC for a Military Police Company. Oversaw the daily investigations of all traffic accidents and incidences occurring within the 10,000 square miles of Area IV. Ensured the timely and complete processing of all accident reports and processing of all issued traffic citations. Developed and implemented traffic control plans for special events. Directly responsible for the training of six Soldiers within the section on all law enforcement operations and traffic accident investigations on an installation serving over 12,000 personnel.

    • Team Leader
      • Mar 2006 - Aug 2006

    • Squad Leader
      • Jan 2005 - Mar 2006

    • United States
    • Armed Forces
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Military Police Officer
      • Dec 2002 - Jan 2005

    • Military Police Officer
      • Nov 2001 - Dec 2002

    • Basic Combat Trainee and Military Police School Student
      • Jun 2001 - Nov 2001

Education

  • American Military University
    Associate of Arts - AA, General Studies
    2018 - 2020
  • Saint Leo University
    Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services
    2012 - 2016

Community

You need to have a working account to view this content. Click here to join now