Steve Nelson
Director Of Security at The Estates at Acqualina
- Role
- Director of Security at The Estates at Acqualina
- Location
- Hollywood, FL, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Steve Nelson
Senior security and risk management leader with 15+ years of experience protecting ultra-luxury residential and hospitality environments. Currently serving as Opening Director of Security at The Estates at Acqualina, where I built and lead comprehensive security operations for a high-profile luxury property from the ground up.My expertise spans crisis and emergency management, regulatory and life safety compliance (OSHA, NFPA 72 & 101, Miami-Dade Fire), complex investigations, and advanced security technology. I have a proven track record of designing scalable security programs, implementing SOPs and compliance frameworks, and leading multidisciplinary teams that balance protection, professionalism, and exceptional service.I am frequently entrusted with high-liability matters involving guest incidents, insurance claims, regulatory exposure, and legal documentation. My work regularly involves collaboration with law enforcement, fire officials, legal counsel, developers, ownership groups, and executive leadership.Core strengths include-Building and leading high-performing security teams-Crisis response and emergency preparedness planning-Regulatory compliance and life safety oversight-Investigations (liability, theft, fraud, misconduct)-CCTV, access control, AI analytics & facial recognition systems-Risk mitigation and threat assessment-Policy, SOP, and governance development-Budget management and operational efficiencyI take pride in creating environments that are not only secure but also professionally operated, compliant, and aligned with luxury service expectations.
Experience
Director of Security
Sep 2021 — Present · Sunny Isles, FL, US
Built and lead all security operations for a 235-unit ultra-luxury residential property with over sq. ft. of amenities, including fine dining, spa, and high-profile clientele-Developed and implemented comprehensive SOPs for security, emergency response, life safety, contractor compliance, and incident management-Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA 72 & 101, Miami-Dade Fire Department, and municipal regulatory requirements-Lead deployment and optimization of CCTV, access control, AI-driven analytics, and facial recognition systems to enhance situational awareness and risk prevention-Manage and develop a multidisciplinary team of 30+ personnel including managers, officers, receiving staff, and chauffeurs-Serve as primary liaison with law enforcement, fire officials, developers, contractors, legal counsel, and executive stakeholders-Oversee multi-million-dollar operating budgets while maintaining top-tier protection standards.
Education
Miami Dade College
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
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