Gabriel Ametame
Mogadishu
Summary
A discreet and trained security specialist with over 15 years having work in different positions and currently working as a Public Security and Intelligence Officer at Africa Union Transition Mission in Somalia, and Inspector of Police at Ghana Police Service. I have broad experience in managing security teams and implementing security plans with great knowledge about company requirements and signs of suspicious activity. Adept at performing risk assessments, managing information security systems for various frameworks, and balancing security initiatives to external risks and business operations. I have an extremely analytical mind and a keen eye for detail and have an exceptional ability to pinpoint and determine accurate security cases. I aim to add value by designing, directing, and managing the company-wide process of safety management.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
4
4
Languages
Work History
Public Security and Intelligence Officer
AFRICA UNION TRANSITION MISSION IN SOMALIA
Mogadishu, Somalia
08.2022 - Current
- Ensure security of people and property by providing timely information for movement of ATMIS Police Officers
- Provide intelligence and threat analysis to mission partners
- Provide daily security briefs to ATMIS Police Personnel informing movement in and out of protected areas.
- Prepare incident and crime reports that are shared with head of mission and senior leadership
- Identify safety risks and security threats to staff and properties
- Enhance participation of staff in in security drills for personal safety
- Ensure compliance of all staff in radio check and other safety precautions
- Maintain processes to provide safe workplace environment
- Update on threat levels for efficient delivery of all personnel
- Assist in identifying and assessment of security risks and recommend appropriate mitigating measures
- Assist in compliance of discipline against SOPs and performance towards achieving mission mandate
- Briefed upper-level personnel on emerging threats.
- Assisted in development of intelligence strategies and policies to support operations.
- Produced multi-source intelligence reports and products for different agency customers.
- Established radio check system which was not operational prior to my appointment
- Demonstrated leadership in emergency situations by getting all staff to safe places
- Managed security of over 200 AU Police Officers deployed to various sectors
- Advised senior police and military officers and commanders based on intelligence findings
Inspector of Police
CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION DEPT. GHANA POLICE SERVICE
09.2006 - Current
- Managed 5 staff members
- Provided efficient management of the interrogation theatre, making sure all equipment are working and ready for use
- Provide training for various software applications handling
- Resolved diverse range of technical issues across multiple systems and applications for end-users
- Updated software to safeguard against security flaws
- Created help desk tickets, troubleshoot, and resolved desktop issues
- Assigned system permissions and set up computers to assist with onboarding new employees
- Configured hardware and granted system permissions to new employees
- Explained security measures in simple terminology to help users understand malware and phishing threats
- Promoted efficiency among departments with prompt resolution of system issues
- Supervised and motivated field investigators and collaborated with personnel to identify strengths and areas of weakness
- Substantiated validity and admissibility of evidence and preserved data integrity for court hearings
- Seized evidence for investigations and interviewed involved parties
- Investigated all manner of complaints received
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through development of innovative solutions
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion
- Acted as team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback
- Supervise staff to monitor security cameras and protect buildings, people, and assets
- Ensure safety and security of personnel, visitors, and contractors
- Respond to emergencies and investigate suspicious activity
- Maintain logbook and reports of daily activities
- Communicate effectively with all levels of management
Security Supervisor
Golden Panther Security
Accra
05.2004 - 08.2006
- Supervised team of 2 security personnel during shift.
- Screened vendors and contractors before granting access to restricted areas within mall.
- Developed and implemented security policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for operations and maintain quality standards.
- Coordinated with IT personnel regarding security of digital assets and information systems.
- Monitored alarm systems and CCTV footage to enable prompt attention and response.
- Investigated and resolved security breaches to protect organization and corporate assets.
- Managed security policies and procedures to promote safety and security of personnel and assets.
- Supervised and evaluated security staff performance to determine compliance with safety regulations.
- Monitored and maintained CCTV and access control systems to protect personnel and assets.
Security Guard
Mabot Security
Accra
02.2003 - 04.2004
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Regulated vehicle and pedestrian traffic onto building grounds.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Answered alarms, investigated disturbances, and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Interacted assertively but non-confrontationally with personnel and general public.
Education
Diploma in Corporate Security Management -
12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Information Studies and Sociology, Database
11.2016
Professional in Database Technology - Certificate -
06.2011
Skills
- Technical Skills: I am competent in safety management, security guidelines development, intelligence collection, and threat assessment, dissemination of security information, and safety regulation
- Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, especially during security operations This includes being tactful and diplomatic
- Integrity and Decision Making: I can analyze situations, conducts investigations, make decisions, and implement rapid, effective, and reasonable courses of action
- Organization and Coordination Skills: I have the ability to manage and coordinate the investigation and handle security, crimes, and accidents
- Leadership Skills: A pragmatic leader with the ability to lead and manage the operations team to deliver a culture that supports and contributes to the strategic objectives of the organization
- Teamwork: I can collaborate with others to reach a common goal; coordinate and share information and knowledge; cultivate relationships with colleagues, staff, clients, experts, and others
Accomplishments
- In March 2018, I led a team of investigators to trace and locate a baby thief who stole a baby from Accra to a village in the Central Region. https://www.peacefmonline.com/pages/local/news/201804/348502.php
- As part of a team of security officials provided security for officials who attended United Nations Talks on Climate Change in Ghana from 21st-27th August 2008 and was awarded a certificate of excellence.
- I was adjudged the overall best police recruit and academician in April, 2007 and awarded a baton of honor. https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/NewsArchive/Policerecruitspassout-at-Ho-122786
- In the year 2011, I was adjudged the most hardworking investigator for the year in my department.
Certification
CSI Linux Certified Investigator
ORACLE certified Foundations Associate
AWS certified cloud Practitioner
Introduction to Critical Infrastructure Protection
Affiliations
- Institute of ICT Professionals
Languages
Ewe
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
French
Elementary
A2
Twi
Proficient
C2
Professional Qualifications
- 2023: Introduction to Critical Infrastructure Protection Certified; OSPAT Academy
- 2022: Africa Union Introductory Course on Gender; Africa Union
- 2022: Tetra End-User Training; United Nations Support Office in Somalia-FTS
- 2022: ICT Security- United Nations Support Office in Somalia-FTS
- 2022: Online Training Initiative to Address Human Trafficking; MCI Language Solutions, Canada
- 2022: Labour Trafficking Training; MCI Language Solutions, Canada
- 2022: Ethics in Peace Operations- Peace Operations Training Institute
- 2022: Lean Six Sigma White Belt; MF Treinmentos
- 2022: Prevention of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence; United Nations Institute for Training and Research
- 2022: IT Support Specialist; Coursera/Google.
- 2022: Practical Ethical Hacking; TCM Security.
- 2022: Network Defence Essentials; EC Council.
- 2022: Identity and Access Management; EC Council.
- 2022: Information Security; EC Council.
- 2022: General Linux Administration; CSI Linux Academy.
- 2022: Computer Forensics Best Practices; EC Council.
- 2022: CSI Linux Certified Investigator; CSI Linux Academy.
- 2022: AWS certified cloud Practitioner; Amazon AWS
- 2022: Oracle Certified Foundations Associate; Oracle Academy
- 2019: Hands-On Drone Flight Training; Detective Training Academy-Accra
- 2019: Professional Certificate in Private Investigation; Doyen Institute of Intelligence and Investigations
- 2017: Special Hands-On Training in Geo-intelligence for Proactive Policing; University of Ghana
- 2013: Cyber Security Training; Ghana Technology University-Accra
- 2011: Certificate in Professional in Database Technology; IPMC College of Technology – Accra.
- 2010: Basic Crime Investigation- Detective Training Academy, Accra
Training and Workshop
- Hands-On Drone Flight Training – Certificate -Detective Training Academy, Accra.
- Special Hands-On Training in Geo-Intelligence for Proactive Policing - Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems Laboratory, University of Ghana.
- Cyber Security Training - Certificate -Ghana Technology University College.
- Detective Training Certificate Detective Training Academy, Accra.
Seminars and Conferences
Seminars and Conferences
- Seminar on Anti-Money Laundering
- Seminar on Human Tracking
- Cyber security Awareness
- Security Awareness Program
- Seminar on Enhancing Workplace Safety
Hobbies and Interests
- Community Work, Traveling, and Socializing.
Refrees
Chebene Rogers
Organization Name: RRD Advisor, Africa Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS)
Telephone no: +256 752 159 770
Email: chebenerogers@gmail.com
Lawrence Makhaya
Deputy Chief Safety and Security, Africa Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS)
Telephone no: +252 617 081 168
Email: makhaya@africa-union.org
Eric Tetteh
Director ICT - Criminal Investigation Department, Ghana Police Service
Telephone no: +233 546 847 505
Email: kwameappiah77@gmail.com
Awards
- Certificate of Excellence from UNFCC, August, 2008
- Overall best Police Recruit and Academician April 2007
- Hard Working investigator of the year 2011
Timeline
Public Security and Intelligence Officer - AFRICA UNION TRANSITION MISSION IN SOMALIA
08.2022 - Current
Inspector of Police - CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION DEPT. GHANA POLICE SERVICE
09.2006 - Current
Security Supervisor - Golden Panther Security
05.2004 - 08.2006
Security Guard - Mabot Security
02.2003 - 04.2004
Doyen Institute of Intelligence And Investigations - Diploma in Corporate Security Management,
University of Ghana - Bachelor of Arts, Information Studies and Sociology, Database
IPMC College of Technology - Professional in Database Technology - Certificate,
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