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Rick Boreham's Experience:
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Security Operations Specialist and Consultant at Protective Security Consulting
2012 - PresentAdvised on matters of risk management, security governance, crisis management and other best practice industry requirements. Provided and coordinated security including Close Protection for large scale events. Prepared Protective Security Risk and Threat Assessments. Engaged in physical penetration tests and Red Team exercises at various facilities. Implemented, coordinated and oversaw all security measures for the protection of client information, people and property. Developed, implemented and reviewed client Security Practices and Procedures. Developed and implemented an ongoing program of security education and awareness for client staff. Provided briefings and de-briefings to security cleared client employees as appropriate.
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Security Consultant - fixed term contract at Rush Security Holdings
February 2014 - June 2014Advised clients on best practice security measures tailored for their specific requirements. Generated new business for company. Selling of upgrades to existing customers. Prepared Protective Security Risk and Threat Assessments and Red Team Testing for clients.
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2IC of Security, Auckland Art Gallery at Auckland Council
May 2011 - August 2012I was Second in Charge of security operations for the Auckland Art Gallery at all of its locations. I filled in for the Security & Building Manager during an 8 week absence. I was also a key member of the security team in the lead up to the gallery's re-opening to the public. Achievements oAdvised on positioning of radio repeater station for the Auckland Art Gallery. Developed and implemented radio procedures, and took ownership of the secure radio network. oAdministered the Auckland Art Gallery CARDAX FT access control, intruder detection and CCTV systems over multiple sites. oInterviewed, recruited and trained new staff members for the security team. oResponsible for leading a team of 22 security officers.
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Independant Security Advisor at Protective Security Consulting
September 2010 - May 2011Advised on matters of risk management, security governance, crisis management and other best practice industry requirements. Provided and coordinated security including Close Protection for large scale events. Prepared Protective Security Risk and Threat Assessments and audits. Engaged in physical penetration tests at various facilities. Project development and management. Implemented, coordinated and oversaw all security measures for the protection of client information, people and property. Developed, implemented and reviewed client Security Practices and Procedures. Developed and implemented an ongoing program of security education and awareness for client staff. Provided briefings and de-briefings to security cleared client employees as appropriate.
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Loss Prevention Manager at Farmers Trading Company Ltd
February 2010 - September 2010I was Loss Prevention Manager for the Farmers Queen St and the Farmers Botany stores. The Botany store is one of the largest stores within the portfolio and is considered a flagship store. Achievements oInvestigated all breaches of company procedures and policies oAchieved and maintained a loss prevention environment within the store oLiaised with local Police and emergency services
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Security Consultant at C4 Risk Management Group Ltd
August 2009 - November 2009oConsulted on matters of risk management, security governance, crisis management and other best practice industry requirements oPrepared Protective Security Risk and Threat Assessments and audits oEngaged in physical penetration tests at various facilities oProject development and management oClose Protection team member oDeveloped and implemented an ongoing program of security education and awareness for employees
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Manager, Special Projects at FIRST Security Guard Services
September 2008 - August 2009I was appointed as the Manager, Special Projects and was tasked in conducting Security Threat and Risk Assessments as well as providing other specialist security advice. I also acted as Security Manager for the Sylvia Park Shopping Centre complex for 7 months. Achievements oConsulted on matters of risk management, security governance, crisis management and other best practice industry requirements and prepared Protective Security Risk and Threat Assessments. oActed as temporary Security Manager for a large retail precinct, where I had a team of 14 reporting to me. oPrepared team rosters and operated to budget for site and submitted monthly reports to client
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National Protective Security Consultant at CSC
April 2007 - June 2008As National Protective Security Consultant for CSC, I was involved in a role that enabled me to take my skill set to a new level. I liaised very closely with multiple Australian Government security and intelligence agencies and was required to maintain a Commonwealth SECRET level security clearance. Achievements oAustralian Government Defence Security Authority approved Unit Security Officer and responsible for all security aspects of Department of Defence related projects. oConsulted on matters of risk management, security governance, regulatory controls and other best practice industry requirements oDeveloped and implemented an ongoing program of security education and awareness for employees oFacilitated Australian Government personal security clearances for employees and provided security and safety advice for staff travelling overseas.
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Team Leader at Australian Event Protection
January 2003 - February 2008Team leader for Big Day Out.
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National Security Coordinator at Johnson Controls
September 2006 - April 2007In this role, I managed the security function across a national client portfolio utilising hardware, security contractors, and effective systems implemented at 14 client sites across 4 time zones. Achievements oManaged the PEGASUS access control system across the national client portfolio. oEnsured any alarms received at the national security control centre from any of the sites connected to the security system, were investigated, and resolved and any details of such alarms are recorded. oOversaw the security guard function at 6 sites. oLiaised with the regional Facility Coordinators and ensured they were immediately made aware of any incident which occurred within the various sites.
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Risk Manager at Fairmont-Raffles-Swissotel
November 2004 - May 2006In this role, I was contracted to the Swissotel Sydney as Risk Manager. I had a team of 7 Risk Management Coordinators reporting to me. Achievements oProvided advice to Senior Management on security matters where required oResponsible for the daily running and supervision of the Risk Management Department and providing leadership and guidance to Risk Management staff oAssisted in the provision of Close Personal Protection for visiting VIPs oConducted recruitment, training and performance reviews of Risk Management Coordinators. oPrepared and submitted monthly reports to the General Manager of the hotel
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Senior Security Officer at Stamford Hotels & Resorts
September 2000 - July 2001oExecuted close protection contract services for VIPs oDeveloped and implemented control room operational procedures oSupervised large teams of up to 100 staff at international music and sporting events oLiaised with Law Enforcement and Emergency Services oMonitored Close Circuit Television and Access Control systems oAdhered to hotel policies and procedures to ensure compliance with workplace legislation oEnsured the security and safety of hotel guests and employees along with protection of hotel assets oCreated and issued staff, contractor and visitor IDs
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Leading Aircraftsman at Australian Defence Force
October 1988 - November 1995oMember of base Emergency Response Flight & Quick Reaction Force (QRF). oFoot and vehicle patrolling. oSpecialised secure military communications. oElectronic data processing. oManning mobile communications detachments. oLaying and maintenance of communications cables.