E-5 · Marine Corps · 2019 – Present
Zachary
Rodriguez
Security & Compliance Operations Professional
Forney, TX
Open to work
Summary
I bring four years of security operations and asset management experience, including oversight of $20 million in classified equipment with zero losses. Currently pursuing a Bachelor's in Criminology and Criminal Justice at UT Arlington while holding an active Secret clearance. I've led cross-functional teams, conducted safety inspections across 200+ properties, and managed high-stakes accountability in both domestic and overseas environments. My background combines hands-on compliance work with leadership in high-pressure operational settings.
Impact
$20M
Classified equipment managed
200+
Properties inspected
150
Personnel safety supported
Experience
2016-2019
Barista
Kroger · Forney, TX
- Advanced operational performance through complete training of more than twenty staff members in workflow procedures and preparation of beverage products.
- Enabled undisrupted flow of daily operations through facility management, coordination of store opening and closing processes, cash handling and counting, and service area maintenance.
- Provided customer service and controlling sales by leading the ordering process, managing income shipments, and regularly maintaining inventory levels.
2023-2024
Service Quality Inspector
Texas Fire & Sound · Garland, TX
- Inspected main fire alarm panels and verified software functionality and operational readiness across 20 hotels and more than 200 apartments, townhomes, and related properties.
- Performed maintenance and inspections on portable fire extinguishers ranging from 2.5 to 10 pounds in accordance with recurring inspection requirements.
- Conducted monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, annual, and fire-year fire sprinkler inspections to verify system functionality and support safety compliance.
- Documented inspection and maintenance activities while identifying operational issues requiring attention.
2019-2023
Team Lead
United States Marine Corps · Oceanside, CA
- Led teams of 4–10 personnel in dynamic operational environments, coordinating daily activities, training, accountability, and mission requirements.
- Maintained accountability and serviceability of assigned weapons systems and equipment valued at more than $75,000.
- Supported organizational readiness through training events and initiatives involving Marines and Sailors, strengthening coordination and unit cohesion.
- Supported security operations involving combined Marine Corps, Army, and Navy personnel, contributing to mission execution and operational security.
Skills
Safety Compliance & Inspections
Fire Alarm System Inspection · Fire Sprinkler System Testing · Fire Extinguisher Maintenance · Safety Regulations Compliance · Equipment Functionality Verification · Inspection Documentation
Leadership & Team Management
Team Leadership · Personnel Management · Training & Development · Staff Coordination · Performance Accountability · Unit Cohesion Building
Operations & Asset Management
Inventory Management · Equipment Maintenance · Asset Accountability · Facility Management · Operational Readiness · Risk Management · Cash Handling
Security & Compliance
Secret Security Clearance · Classified Material Management · Security Operations · Zero-Loss Accountability · Personnel Security
Education and certifications
Degree · 2027
Bachelor's degree, Criminology and Criminal Justice
The University of Texas at Arlington
Service record
- Branch
- U.S. Marine Corps
- Rank
- E-5
- Years served
- 2019 – Present
- Specialty / MOS
- 1833
- Security clearance
- Secret