GREGORY SCHNEIDER, CPP

(650) 235-5459 / gsac0820@westpost.net

SECURITY MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL

Highly skilled security management professional with broad experience across pub
lic, private, and military industries in security assessment, implementation, an
d training. Strong abilities to rapidly resolve concerns, identify potential pro
blems, and motivate staff to action in alignment with operative mission. Establi
sh productive customer and business relationships. Significant strengths in rest
ructuring security operations, threat assessments, and critical incident plannin
g. Ability to leverage global network of security professionals, vendors, and ma
nufacturers to achieve corporate goals. Fluent in English / Hebrew.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Security: Executive Protection, Global Supply Chain, Physical Security Design, E
mergency Response, Audits
Management: Rapid Resolution of Issues, Operations, Training, Safety, Government
Relations

PROFESSIONAL SYNOPSIS
SCHNEIDER PROTECTION STRATEGIES * Santa Clara, CA 2009-Present
Principal Consultant: Create and implement security/intelligence requirements an
d training for corporate and private clients. Identifies value of protective se
rvices and systems on tangible and non tangible assets.
* Provides threat and crisis management services, gap analysis, and travel secur
ity programs.
* Chief security advisor on global security and intelligence matters for Swiss b
ased mining company operating in high-risk regions.
* Develops and instructs intelligence, protection, and counter-terrorism degree
courses for students at Henley Putnam University.
HIGHCOM SECURITY SERVICES * Oakland, CA 2006-2009
Business Development/Account Manager: Identified business opportunities and prov
ided security management solutions/physical security for multiple protective ser
vice and security system accounts. Established strategic partnerships and produc
tive relationships across commercial, government, and critical infrastructure en
tities for this regional security firm. Developed additional company competencie
s in providing dignitary protection, business intelligence, and integrated secur
ity systems.
* Increased revenue 60% through expert strategic planning, effective marketing c
ampaigns, and ability to integrate human and technological resources.
* Captured $700K+ in Department of Homeland Security funding for clients.
* Managed numerous security operations in partnership with U.S and Foreign gover
nment agencies.
INVESTIGATIVE INTELLIGENCE SPECIALISTS * New York, NY 2002-2005
Consultant: Developed security consulting business unit from the ground up for a
private investigation firm. Created key performance indicators for evaluating p
hysical security operations and systems.
* Managed and consulted on multiple travel security and executive protection ope
rations.
* Led protective operations at special events involving US law enforcement agenc
ies.
* Presented findings to county officials on large scale Homeland Security exerci
ses.
NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT OF INVESTIGATIONS * NEW YORK, NY 1999-2001
Fraud Investigator / Intelligence Officer: Led criminal investigations in constr
uction fraud, public corruption, and white-collar crimes against New York City H
ousing Authority. Monitored due diligence and vetting of contractors/vendors bid
ding on multi-million dollar city contracts.
* Recovered $5 Million in wages stolen from laborers on city contracts, collabor
ated with federal agents.
* Centralized intelligence gathering processes for contract fraud unit.
* Gathered evidence for prosecution, often handling informants to gain necessary
information.

SHELHEVET HASHMIRA, (Bought by G4S) Tel Aviv, Israel * 1997-1998

Executive Protection Specialist/Account Manager: Monitored all aspects of execut
ive protection, bomb detection, and crowd control efforts as part of this elite
security firm. Collaborated with the Israeli National Police. Managed over 800 h
ours of protection per week.
* Reduced employee turnover, based on enhancing operational efficiencies and tea
m cohesiveness.
* Mitigated potential terrorist attacks applying best security practices, such a
s strategic manpower allocation, communications, and barrier placement.

ISRAEL DEFENSE FORCES, Israel *1995-1997, 2001-2002

Active/Reserve Duty Infantry Soldier/Squad Leader
Coordinated security force deployments to protect vital facilities and convoys,
often deployed under fire to support counter-terrorist/defensive missions. Selec
ted for joint special operations with Israel Security Agency, based on solid rec
ord of service and achievement of national security goals.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Intelligence Analyst, International Center for Terrorism Studies, Washington D.C
/Israel
International Flight Security Supervisor, Continental Airlines/Huntleigh Corp) N
ewark, NJ
Security Agent/Detail Leader, International Protection Group, New York, NY
Crime Analyst, New Haven Police Department, New Haven, CT

EDUCATION
Master of Science in Protection Management, The John Jay College of Criminal Jus
tice, New York, New York
Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice, The George Washington University, Washingt
on, D.C.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Certified Protection Professional (Seeking Physical Security Professional) ASIS
International
California Guard Card/Weapons Permit
CARVER + Shock Risk Modeling
Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED)
Anti-Terrorism/Business Continuity, IACSP
Executive Protection Course / Security Director Course, The Israel Ministry of D
efense
Remote Video Surveillance System Design Certification, Freedom Systems
Basic Investigation and Behavioral Analysis, John E. Reid Institute
Enhanced Risk and Threat Assessment Training / Private Sector Counter Terrorism
Training, DHS
Executive Protection Seminars / Executive Protection Institute/ ASIS Internation
al
Fire Safety Director Certification, NYC Fire Safety Institute
Sales Advantage, Dale Carnegie Institute
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
Global Terrorism, Political Instability, and International Crime Council ASIS In
ternational
Association of Threat Assessment Professionals (ATAP)
International Association of Counter-Terrorism and Security Professionals (IACSP
)
Infragard
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SKILLS
C-Cure/Lenel/ONSSI/Lexis-Nexis / Choicepoint / Goldmine / Lotus Notes / MS Offic
e Suite / ACT! Salesforce
Internet Research / Apple Leopard OS / FINCEN / VENDEX / E-Discovery/SQL
PROFESSIONAL CONTRIBUTIONS
Owner/Contributor to http://www.securityfitness.typepad.com
Lectures: The Intelligence Process, Israeli Security Techniques, ASIS/HTCIA Semi
nar & Expo
Understanding Intelligence Management Parts I & II, ASIS SFBAY Newsletter
Homeland Security: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly / Guarding the Perimeter: A Chill
ing Perspective Security Director Magazine