Brian Hansen
Senior Vice President Operations @ United States Air Force | Safety, Security and Investigations
- Role
- Senior Vice President Operations at United States Air Force
- Location
- Minneapolis, MN, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Brian Hansen
With over 15 years of leadership experience in security operations, law enforcement, and investigations, I currently serve as Senior Vice President of Operations at the United States Air Force. In this role, I oversee daily law enforcement and security operations for sensitive national security assets, manage over 200 indirect reports, and provide administrative oversight for recruitment, training, performance improvement, and quality assurance. My work ensures organizational readiness and operational excellence in protecting critical resources. Previously, I served as Senior Operations Director at the Office of Defense Representative-Pakistan, where I facilitated collaboration between U.S. and Pakistani defense leaders. I managed security measures for a $5.3 billion F-16 program and provided strategic oversight of 100 contractors across three locations. My competencies include crisis management, transportation management, and written communication, which I leverage to deliver impactful solutions in high-stakes environments.
Experience
Senior Vice President Operations
Sep 2023 — Present · Grand Forks Air Force Base, ND, US
In my current position, I am responsible for daily law enforcement and security operations for sensitive assets critical to national security. I serve as a Senior Security Operations Executive overseeing daily law enforcement, security, and safety operations for over 200 indirect reports. Additionally, I provide oversight of administration and human resources functions including recruitment and retention, annual training requirements, performance appraisals, feedback and mentoring, performance improvement plans, occupational safety, and quality assurance for subordinate managers.
Education
North Hennepin Community College
A.A.S., Law Enforcement
2004 — 2007
American Military University
Master of Arts (M.A.), Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
2017 — 2021
Metro State University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
2012 — 2014
Community College of the Air Force
Associate's degree, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
2011 — 2012
North Hennepin Community College
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
2004 — 2006
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