Brenden Souders
Lakewood
Summary
Military veteran and armed security professional with experience in protective security operations, risk assessment, incident response, and customer engagement. Demonstrated ability to identify threats, maintain situational awareness, and make sound decisions in high-pressure environments. Skilled in communication, conflict de-escalation, and security protocol enforcement, with a strong commitment to protecting clients, personnel, and assets while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and discretion.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Armed Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
Lakewood
11.2025 - Current
- Conducted regular patrols to ensure safety and security of assigned areas.
- Responded swiftly to alarms and emergencies, providing immediate assistance as necessary.
- Enforced security policies and procedures to maintain a safe environment for personnel.
- Collaborated with law enforcement during incidents, delivering detailed reports and support.
- Managed access control systems to regulate entry and exit of authorized personnel.
- Addressed visitor and staff concerns, ensuring excellent customer service.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect suspicious activities and persons.
Infantryman
US Army
06.2022 - 12.2025
- Communicated effectively with superiors and subordinates alike, facilitating smooth execution of orders during high-stress situations.
- Developed soldier skills by providing guidance on marksmanship, physical fitness, and tactical maneuvers.
- Maintained strict discipline within the ranks enforcing adherence to military standards and regulations.
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Improved unit readiness by maintaining and repairing essential equipment, ensuring optimal performance in the field.
Sales Associate
Sheetz
12.2020 - 05.2022
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Conestogavalley High School
Lancaster, PA06-2022
Skills
- Team leadership and collaboration
- Risk assessment
- First aid proficiency
- Physical fitness
- Organizational skills
- Multitasking
- Security protocols and policy enforcement
- Access control
- Communication skills
- Situational awareness
- Attention to detail
- Crime prevention strategies
- Grounds and building patrols
- Firearms proficiency and tactical training
- Body armor usage
Certification
- Cyber Security Fundamentals Certificate – Issued through various Department of Defense approved educational platforms for soldiers engaged in cyber operations or requiring a baseline understanding of cyber security principles in their roles.
- Tactical Combat Casualty Care Certification (TCCC) – National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians in conjunction with the Committee on Tactical Combat Casualty Care.
Timeline
Armed Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
11.2025 - Current
Infantryman
US Army
06.2022 - 12.2025
Sales Associate
Sheetz
12.2020 - 05.2022
High School Diploma -
Conestogavalley High School