Brian Gonzalez

About Brian Gonzalez

In my journey through the world of security operations over the past 15+ years, I’ve had the privilege of wearing many hats across diverse industries—from Federal Government, Energy Sector, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain. Each role has taught me something new about resilience and the importance of proactive measures in safeguarding people and assets. My passion lies in creating secure environments where individuals can thrive without fear.Currently serving as Global IP Destruction Manager for Amazon, Kuiper Project.Before this role, I was fortunate enough to lead brand protection efforts at Flex where I managed six site managers and eleven account managers across North America. Here I built strong partnerships with client security providers that not only enhanced our operational capabilities but also fostered a culture of collaboration within our teams.My earlier experiences at eBay as part of the Global Security Operations Center taught me how to coordinate rapid responses during emergencies while optimizing resources—skills that have been invaluable throughout my career. Working with the FBI on threat assessments further honed my analytical abilities in identifying potential risks before they escalate into crises.Outside of work, I was deeply involved with the Independent Guard Association of Nevada for over a decade. This experience not only allowed me to advocate for fair labor practices but also helped me develop negotiation skills that have proven beneficial in my professional life.If you’re looking for someone who is passionate about enhancing security measures while fostering teamwork and innovation within organizations, feel free to reach out! I’m always open to discussing ideas or exploring new opportunities.Skills: Crisis Management | Security Operations | Team Leadership | Threat Assessment | Operational Efficiency | Negotiation

Experience

1. Global Prototype Destruction Manager - Supply Chain, Intellectual Property, and Security (Scips)

   Amazon

   Jan 2025 — Present · Seattle, WA, US

   o Planned, coordinated, and executed destruction events involving multiple Amazon teams, vendors, and stakeholders across global locations for prototype devices. o Developed and implemented security standards for prototype space technology protocols to protect Amazon\'s intellectual property.o Coordinated secure storage, shipping, and receiving with multiple vendors, ensuring compliance with security requirements, ITAR, and export control regulations.o Negotiated contract language to protect Amazon\'s space technology intellectual property.o Managed third-party destruction vendor relationships and ensured contractual deliverables were met.o Leveraged project management expertise to efficiently execute destruction operations and maintain tight control over sensitive materials.o Collaborated cross-functionally with legal, security, finance, and supply chain teams to mitigate risks and ensure the secure disposition of space technology.

Education

• Special Responce Team (SRT) Training

  Certificate , Specaial Responce Tactics

• National Labor College

  Bachelor's degree, Political Economics of Labor

• American Military University

  Master's degree, National Security

• Harvard Business School Online

  Certificate , Negotiation Mastery