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Marcel Parra

Las Vegas

Summary

Personal protection detail team leader specializing in diplomatic protection in harsh, violent environments. Proficient in all aspects of close protection, weapons handling and communications. Certified in defensive driving, shoot-move scenarios and conflict resolution. Familiar in all aspects of COMSEC management and operating UHF, VHF radio systems for the US Military and government agencies. Microsoft Windows operating systems and possess the ability to work effectively under minimal supervision

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Diplomatic Security Detail Lead

Constellis
11.2016 - Current
  • Lead of a well trained high threat protective detail operating in Baghdad
  • In-charge 10 Protective Security Specialist (PSS) at any given time.
  • Executed day-to-day diplomatic protection services for designated clients during motorcade movements, on walking tours and special events throughout Baghdad
  • Responsible for mission planning with escape routes throughout the city, maintaining positive communication with the Tactical Operational Center (EOC) while operating outside the U.S. Embassy and dealing with all manner of threat levels; from armed ambush to the carrying out of counter-surveillance drills

Multi-Functional Team Leader (Skill Identifier T7)

US Army Counter Drug Task Force (Active Duty)
10.2013 - 05.2016
  • Operated with local, state and federal narcotic teams to combat maritime drug smuggling
  • Trained and instructed subordinates and supported units on the LRAS (Long Range Advance Scout Surveillance System), FLIR (Forward Looking Infrared Radiometer) and Motorola/Harris radio systems
  • Successfully conducted over 100 missions in route reconnaissance, static surveillance and marijuana eradication directly resulting in the seizure and/or destruction of narcotics valuing in excess of $20,000,000 dollars
  • Reduced drug smugglers ability to reach United States and distribute narcotics through joint partnership with intelligence, state and government agencies
  • Certified Ground Reconnaissance Specialist from the Army National Guard Bureau (NGB)

Military Police Staff Sergeant/ Dispatcher (31B)

U.S. Army (Active Guard)
05.2012 - 10.2013
  • Enforced all state and federal laws applicable to the military base
  • Operated and maintained various handheld and mounted radio systems in the Operations Center and on patrols
  • Performed foot and vehicle patrols as well as monitored CCTV to prevent the theft of highly sensitive equipment to include fixed and rotary wing aircraft
  • Conducted I.D. checks and random vehicle searches to ensure base security
  • Contacted paramedics and other emergency personnel for assistance for severe incidents and accidents

Military Police Staff SGT (31B)

U.S. Army Deployment
12.2010 - 01.2012
  • Performed armed force protection at forward operating bases when not conducting joint patrols
  • Led military police teams in support of battlefield operations alongside Afghan Uniform Police and Afghan Army
  • Trained and instructed subordinates and supported military units on various radio and optic systems to include the AN/PRC 152A, 148, 117F, PRC-5, FLIR and the BATT and HIIDE handheld system
  • Secured restricted areas and enforced limited access for civilians and military members in order to provide force protection and property security.

Field Radio Operator (0621)

U.S.M.C. (1st Reconnaissance Battalion 1st Marine Division)
10.2000 - 02.2005
    • Participated in two combat deployments to Iraq ('02-'03 /'04-'05) as a Radio Transmitter Operator (RTO)
    • Operated and maintained crypto communication devices not limited to the CYZ-10, and various HF, VHF and UHF Harris and non Harris radio systems to include setting up and field expedient antennas, camera systems and printers
    • Responsible for over 1,000,000 dollars of sensitive reconnaissance communications equipment with 100% accountability track record
    • Maintained complete accountability during redeployment of all sensitive items and communication equipment
    • Certified Green Belt Combat Instructor and Parachutist
    • Honorably discharged

Education

Mass Communications Certificate - Communications

National University
San Diego, CA
2006

Skills

  • Active Secret DOS Clearance
  • Weapons Handling Certified
  • WPS 1,2,3 Certified
  • Skilled in conflict resolution
  • Microsoft software proficient
  • Close Protection Detail Lead

Accomplishments

Former Non-Commissioned Officer with 3 combined combat tours with the United States Marine Corps and the United States Army. Currently operating in Iraq with the private sector as a Security Detail Lead.

Professional Training

USMC -US Marine Corps Recruit Training, Field Radio Operator Course , Green Belt Instructor Course, Airborne School.

US ARMY - Military Police School, Counter-Drug Surveillance Course, Special Ground Reconnaissance Instructor Course,

Constellis -WPS Course 1/2and 3

Timeline

Diplomatic Security Detail Lead

Constellis
11.2016 - Current

Multi-Functional Team Leader (Skill Identifier T7)

US Army Counter Drug Task Force (Active Duty)
10.2013 - 05.2016

Military Police Staff Sergeant/ Dispatcher (31B)

U.S. Army (Active Guard)
05.2012 - 10.2013

Military Police Staff SGT (31B)

U.S. Army Deployment
12.2010 - 01.2012

Field Radio Operator (0621)

U.S.M.C. (1st Reconnaissance Battalion 1st Marine Division)
10.2000 - 02.2005

Mass Communications Certificate - Communications

National University

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