Expert Details
Physical Security, Risk Analysis, Threat Assessments, Vulnerability Assessments
ID: 723705
Louisiana, USA
Expert routinely performs Risk Assessments for clients throughout the United States and offers services to clients in other countries. He is a physical security systems expert with extensive technical skills and in-depth industry knowledge. Services included in the Risk Assessments he provides are Security Policy Goal Setting, Threat Analysis, and Vulnerability Studies resulting in complete designs for security systems and an estimate of probable cost.
This expert has broad experience in many different types of physical security systems. His in-depth knowledge includes almost every type of electronic security product plus a wide range of techniques in applying these products. His expertise also includes more traditional security mitigation methods such as facility design to improve the efficiency of security systems, perimeter security in unique environments, and the application of advanced communications systems in monitoring these systems.
Expert has assessed security requirements in nearly every type of industrial and commercial environment to establish REASONABLE CARE. His practice includes examinations for either the plaintiff or the defendant and in each case, he establishes the criteria for reasonable care and measures how close the facility in question meets that criteria. His reports provide a firm foundation, based on verifiable facts, to support the conclusions reached. His opinions are a result of detailed factual analysis and not just personal experience.
Conducted threat assessments to determine security requirements. Conducted vulnerability assessments to determine exposure to threats. Prepared system design to mitigate threats. Managed bid process to identify and select appropriate vendors. Project management to implement and verify specified systems.
Education
| Year | Degree | Subject | Institution |
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| Year: 1981 | Degree: BS | Subject: Business | Institution: LSU |
| Year: 2002 | Degree: PSP | Subject: Physical Security | Institution: ASIS International |
| Year: 2003 | Degree: CSC | Subject: Security Best Practices | Institution: International Assoc of Professional Security Consultants |
Work History
| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
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| Years: 1998 to Present | Employer: Undisclosed | Title: Sr. Consultant | Department: Design |
Responsibilities:Chief designer and project manager |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 1981 to 1998 | Employer: Self Employed | Title: CEO | Department: Design |
Responsibilities:Chief designer and President |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 1970 to 1981 | Employer: Self | Title: Technical Services Manager | Department: Data Communications |
Responsibilities:Managed a group that designed interstate and intrastate data communications networks for Bell System customers. |
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Government Experience
| Years | Agency | Role | Description |
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| Years: 1968 to 1972 | Agency: U.S. Navy | Role: Electronic Countermeasures Specialist | Description: military service |
Career Accomplishments
| Associations / Societies |
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| ASIS International IAPSC Infragard |
| Licenses / Certifications |
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| Expert Licensed LA contractor |
| Professional Appointments |
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| Regional Vice President ASIS International Board of Directors IAPSC |
| Awards / Recognition |
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| numerous |
| Publications and Patents Summary |
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| Author: Physical Security Systems Handbook Author: Numerous articles on physical security |
Additional Experience
| Expert Witness Experience |
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| Expert has served as an expert witness and can provide skilled forensic examination of physical security circumstances to assess if reasonable care was taken in the protection of people and property. He can provide services to either side of the litigation. |
| Training / Seminars |
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| This expert is the author of a widely used indsutry publication on physical security systems. He routinely develops security protocol training for client personnel |
| Vendor Selection |
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| This expert has extensive experience in vendor selection and maintains a database of key providers for a wide range of security products. He provides a full range of bid management services including identifying potential vendors, soliciting offers, evaluating bids and source selection. |
| Marketing Experience |
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| This expert has developed considerable industry knowlege based on his years of experience in Risk Assessments and system design. He is the past chariman of ASIS 29 and the past Regional Vice President for ASIS International. He is a member in good standing of International Association of Professional Security Consultants and the National Infrastructure Protection Program provided by the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Infragard. |
| Other Relevant Experience |
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| This expert has exceptional analytical skills and brings to the project techniques and processes that have been tested and perfected during nearly 30 years of service to the industry. He is able to clearly articulate and document complex security issues in a way that is understandable for non-security managers. |
Language Skills
| Language | Proficiency |
|---|---|
| English (American) | Excellent in oral and written formats |
Fields of Expertise
vulnerability analysis, physical security, vulnerability, security management, security, security system, access control system, burglar alarm, electromechanical control system, electromechanical device, fence, video security system, electronic article surveillance, surveillance system, video surveillance, bank security, cargo security, casino security, college security, commercial security, construction site security, courthouse security, government security, high school security, hospital security, hotel security, industrial security, mall security, premises security, school security, transit security, industrial control, security lighting, retail security, resort security, rec security, motel security, international security, homeland security, public safety, surveillance, smart card, computer room security, automated prison security system, advanced vehicle control system, data communication, proximity detector