Brandon Breaux

Experience

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  United States Air Force

  Jun 2004 - Jun 2019

  •Directs and conducts route reconnaissance to determine potential hazards and high threat areas ensuring no loss of government control and successful delivery of nuclear weapons systems. •Acted as tactical control element of 17 armored vehicles, 59 security personnel. Conducts command and control functions for nuclear security incidents while responsible for $3.3 billion of nuclear assets.•Coordinated with local state law enforcement agencies and federal enforcement agencies to develop security needs and protective measures while nuclear weapons are in-transit outside military secure areas. •Unit Emergency Management representative; established emergency evacuation procedures in the event of fires, natural disasters, chemical spills, fuel leaks, terroristic threats and reports program status to senior leaders. Show less •Managed second largest armory in the Continental U.S. and in the United States Air Force, overseeing $7 million in military equipment, weapons, and ammunition. •Initiated armory revitalization project to enhance security response. Manage facility upgraded and installation of automated inventory systems. Reduced arming time by 90% and stayed within mandated project budget.•Section OSHA representative and maintains proper procedures for storage and disposal for chemicals and hazardous materials affecting personnel, weapons and equipment. Show less •Managed install of integrated alarm systems, established facility install schedule for 43 controlled areas, liaison for contractors, conducted certification testing, coordinated access control, ensure timely contract completion saving the Air Force $130,000 from avoiding government delays.• Published unit operating security instructions for standardization of alarm response, maintenance reporting, compensatory measure and priority response.•Authored alarm operator lesson plan and training course; provided 40 hours of instruction to 120 personnel and increased security coverage of area of responsibility by 80%. •Coordinates and conducts weekly telephone conferences to communicate program status, trend and analysis of alarm systems to Air Force Headquarters. •Conducts quarterly adversarial alarm testing, identified 5 major vulnerabilities, organized major maintenance efforts to gain Department of Defense compliance and program lauded as “best seen to date” by Air Force Inspector General Office. •Conducts Physical security inspections of restricted and controlled areas, ensured compliance of security facilities, prepares assessment reports and coordinates security solutions for all discrepancies identified. Show less •Directly supervised 21 security personnel as Area Supervisor for Nuclear Weapons Storage Area; maintained security logs, assigns work details, sets completion dates, prepares duty schedule and ensured all mission objectives met.•TIGER team member charged to evaluate unit security capabilities, published security operating procedures and threat vulnerability assessments in accordance with Department of Defense directives and Air Force Regulations which ensured unit passed all inspections. •Directs and leads military drills to train personnel on tactics, prepare for premeditated attacks against U.S. assets, assess unit combat readiness and combat terrorist organization tactics. •Monitored evaluations, performance reports, skill training, ancillary training and fitness program for 63 personnel. Show less •Responded to a variety of LE incidents including DUI’s, domestic violence, child neglect, traffic violations, kidnappings, conducts arrest/apprehension, medical emergencies, crime scenes and drug enforcement. •Controlled base access by conducting background checks, 1,000 personnel searches and 500 vehicle inspections for prohibited items, explosive devices, and threats to military assets. •Employed professional interpersonal skills and customer service to interact with community in order to investigate crimes, conduct patrols and implement community policing programs. Show less • Utilized Alarm systems to monitor military assets, personnel and classified materials in protection of Aerospace defense.• Primary point of contact for emergency calls, dispatches patrols and ensures timely response of emergency forces for 20K military and civilian personnel. • Coordinated with other emergency services, including fire and medical, to plot cordons, resolve major incidents and natural disaster.• Efficient communicator; addresses any customer issues and/or provides resolution to problems that are within the scope of work or will, otherwise, engage leadership for help. Show less

  • Convoy Flight Chief

    Aug 2018 - Jun 2019

  • Non-Commissioned Officer In Charge, Armory

    Apr 2017 - Jul 2018

  • NCOIC, Electronics Security Systems

    Feb 2014 - Apr 2017

  • Weapons Storage Area Supervisor

    Aug 2012 - Jan 2014

  • Assistant NCOIC, Confinement

    Oct 2010 - Jul 2012

  • Installation Patrolman

    Aug 2008 - Oct 2010

  • Base Defense Operations Controller

    Oct 2006 - Sept 2008

  • Security Forces Journeyman

    Jun 2004 - Oct 2006
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  Oceaneering

  Jun 2019 - Jan 2021

  Operator

  • Recorded and Maintained sensitive work logs for final deliverables to all clients.• Utilized industry software to program equipment within proper specifications to complete work accurately and on time.• Conferred with AUV Offshore Manager for the planning of survey operations and survey mission planning.•Monitored software systems and sensors for remote autonomous underwater vehicles to ensure continuous operability and proper function.• Communicated with clients to complete the scope of work per established contract parameters. Show less

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  Louisiana State Civil Service

  Jan 2021 - now

  Program Specialist

  • Administrative specialist for an office of 60 members. Oversaw multiple tasks by tracking and coordinating performance evaluations, travel requests/reimbursements, tracking procurement requests, conducting employee onboarding, IT equipment inventory, and completing payroll.• Supported school systems and programs by entering sensitive student information into LDOE databases.•Assisted team contract needs by routing invoices, submitting performance evaluations into LAGov, and advising the team on procurement requirements.• Developed internal documentation for section workflows, ensuring efficient operations.• Coordinates with a variety of other state departments to meet organization needs and obtain support for division success.•Managed contract-related tasks and utilized SRM eProcurment to enter purchase orders, track PO encumbrances, track approvals, and verify transactions.•Employed Google Suites to craft internal manuals, spreadsheets, and workflows, optimizing the tracking and management of contracts, budget allocations, and invoicing processes.•Negotiated with vendors to ensure competitive pricing while maintaining quality standards.•Authored and created a wide range of contract packages in adherence to the standards and regulations outlined by the Office of State Procurement.•Provided guidance to Program Managers regarding Louisiana Revised Statutes to ensure adherence to contractual obligations by vendors and the state of Louisiana.•Maintained and developed budget tracking sheets and utilized data to plan budget for future fiscal years. Show less