Thomas Brooks

About Thomas Brooks

Security and public safety leader with 15+ years of experience managing security…

Experience

1. Security Manager

   City of Norfolk, VA

   Jun 2024 — Present · US

   Initiated and lead planning, coordinating, and managing complex security plans for city facilities. Drive physical security programs, projects, and initiatives effectively including budget management, vendor management, and quality control and analyze the security environment to identify emerging security trends. Skilled in developing and implementing comprehensive security strategies that align with federal, state, and local government standards. Proven ability to design and manage access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, and biometric systems to safeguard high-value facilities. Adept at coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, external consultants, and technology partners to deliver customized security solutions. Experienced in zoning layouts, mantrap design, visitor management SOPs, and policy development for encryption, retention, and incident reporting. Strong background in integrating physical security with IT platforms, enhancing resiliency through redundant communication pathways, and driving compliance with penetration-testing programs. Oversee management of contract security provider including service level agreements, key performance indicators, deployment and ensure appropriate solutions are in pace to minimize business risk exposure. Develop and maintain guard post orders, response procedures, and best practices. Collect, analyze and report security metrics that demonstrate security’s impact and risk reduction. Draft timely and accurate situation reports and written briefings. Implement security requirements to support special events during employee and public-facing events to ensure appropriate levels of security coverage. Liaise with local law enforcement authorities. Recommends minimum security system specifications, developing plans, managing ongoing projects, managing maintenance services, and evaluating and collaborating with appropriate partners to assess and develop security technology solutions and functionality.

Education

• Liberty University

  Master of Public Safety, Homeland Security

• Purdue Global

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement