Andrew Ko

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About Andrew Ko

With over 15 years of work experience in the fields of critical data center physical security management, protective services, critical infrastructure manufacturing, casino operations surveillance, and food and beverage operations manager, I am a versatile and adaptable leader who thrives in challenging and dynamic environments. I am passionate about safeguarding valuable assets, ensuring safety and security, and fostering innovation and efficiency. I currently serve as a Manager overseeing Physical Security at a Critical Infrastructure Data Center for a high-profile client that provides CO + I and other essential services. In my career, I have managed armed & unarmed personnel, edited site operation manuals, conducted risk assessments, and maintained safety. In addition, I have secured safety, asset protection, risk based solutions, and integrity of all CO+I areas and property for the client. I also established and lead an Operations Team, proficiently designing and executing operational procedures in strict adherence to ANSI protocols. Some of the skills that I leverage in my role include team leadership, physical security, incident management, and business impact analysis. I hold a Physical Security Professional (PSP) credential, an Executive Protection Specialist certification, De-Escalation certification, Workplace Violence & Threat Investigator certification, PPCT Defensive Tactics certification, Concealed Pistol License, CPR/AED/First Aid certification, and have been a Martial Arts Instructor for 10 years. I am currently working on Emergency Management Certification, Associate Risk Management Certification, & Associate Project Management Professional Certification for 2024-25.