Abdullah Al-Shehri

Security operations leader with 20+ years of experience managing Security Operations Center (SOC) activities, tactical command operations, investigations, access control, and crisis response within high-security environments across Saudi Arabia. Proven background supporting asset protection, contractor governance, workforce accommodation security, and executive reporting in both Arabic and English. Experienced in translating military operational discipline into corporate security standards aligned with large-scale facilities, infrastructure, and residential operations.

Central Operations Room Supervisor – Security Analysis Management at General Directorate of Border Guard – Security Affairs – General Department of Security & Intelligence (2014-01 – Present)

• Led 24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC) activities supporting high-security operations and incident response
• Managed incident escalation, crisis coordination, and executive security reporting for senior leadership
• Processed and analyzed 1M+ security data entries while maintaining 85% operational efficiency
• Conducted geolocation verification and operational zone validation, improving assessment accuracy by 90%
• Prepared operational reports and incident briefings in both Arabic and English
• Coordinated communication between command leadership and field response teams during critical incidents
• Utilized CCTV systems, thermal surveillance technology, and monitoring tools to support threat detection and situational awareness

Head of Security Scanning Section at General Directorate of Border Guard – Security Affairs – General Department of Security & Intelligence (2011-01 – 2014-12)

• Directed security screening, contractor vetting, and access control operations within restricted facilities
• Conducted 5,000+ security interviews supporting workforce security and compliance requirements
• Managed permit issuance, entry approvals, and controlled-access procedures for secure operational areas
• Oversaw identity verification and documentation reviews to prevent unauthorized access
• Improved workflow efficiency and response timelines by 98% through process restructuring
• Enhanced investigative review accuracy and security recommendations by 88%

Security Systems Operations Administrator at General Directorate of Border Guard – Security Affairs – General Department of Security & Intelligence (2009-01 – 2011-12)

• Produced operational security reports and executive summaries for command leadership
• Maintained 10,000+ operational security records, improving retrieval efficiency by 90%
• Verified operational documentation to ensure reporting accuracy and compliance standards
• Supported investigations, threat analysis, and operational risk assessments
• Utilized Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint to manage reporting and security documentation workflows

Security Operations Supervisor (Military Police) at General Directorate of Border Guard – Security Affairs – General Department of Security & Intelligence (2005-01 – 2009-12)

• Supervised tactical security teams of 40 personnel across patrol, checkpoint, and access control operations
• Directed perimeter security, workforce entry procedures, and emergency incident response activities
• Improved incident response performance by 90% through optimized patrol deployment and operational oversight
• Secured 120+ official delegations and convoy operations with zero security breaches
• Conducted investigations, evidence verification, and incident reporting activities
• Improved inspection and electronic screening effectiveness by 45% through enhanced operational procedures

Diploma in Public Administration – King Faisal University