Ali Leith
Sydney
Summary
Experienced and licensed Security Manager holding a NSW Class 2A Security Consultant Licence, with certifications in Work Health & Safety and Cyber Security. Proven expertise in overseeing end-to-end physical security operations, including access control, CCTV system management, and incident response coordination. Skilled in conducting comprehensive risk assessments, security audits, and investigations to strengthen organisational safety and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Adept at leading teams, developing security protocols, and enhancing operational resilience across complex, high-risk environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Founder & Principal Security Consultant
Alpha Security Solutions
07.2025 - Current
- Develop and implement security governance frameworks, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and post orders tailored to client and regulatory requirements.
- Provide strategic security consulting, including risk assessments, threat/vulnerability analysis, and loss prevention strategies across diverse industries.
- Led the strategic planning process to define business goals and ensure alignment across all departments.
- Ensure compliance with legislation, licensing, and industry standards while managing audits and client security reviews.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Guided team members through periods of change by providing clear communication on expectations and objectives moving forward.
Security Manager
CTDI Australia PTY LTD
02.2025 - 07.2025
- Conduct risk, threat, and vulnerability assessments to inform physical security strategies.
- Develop and enforce protective security policies, procedures, and SOPs to support compliance and operational goals.
- Oversee the design, planning, and implementation of electronic and physical security systems across the facility.
- Lead multi-million-dollar security infrastructure projects from scope development to handover.
- Manage project budgets and procurement processes, ensuring financial oversight and vendor compliance.
- Coordinate contracted and in-house security guarding services, ensuring performance and accountability.
- Conduct investigations and maintain detailed incident records for analysis and future risk mitigation.
- Implement access control, CCTV, perimeter security, and control room upgrades aligned with operational risk strategies.
- Deliver induction, training, and performance management for all security personnel.
Security Supervisor
CTDI Australia PTY LTD
09.2024 - 02.2025
- Developed comprehensive Security Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and detailed Post Orders to streamline operations, ensure compliance, and enhance overall security effectiveness.
- Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
- Monitored alarm systems and CCTV footage to enable prompt attention and response.
- Closely monitored alarm systems, responding promptly to alerts and coordinating appropriate action when necessary.
- Project Managing the design and implementation of a comprehensive security fit-out, including planning, coordination, and oversight to ensure timely and effective completion aligned with organizational requirements and industry standards.
- Managed a team of security officers, providing guidance, support, and performance evaluations to ensure a high level of professionalism.
- Maintained a secure environment for employees and visitors by enforcing access control policies and visitor management procedures.
- Spearheaded procurement, purchasing, and strategic planning initiatives for a security start-up, ensuring resource optimization, cost efficiency, and alignment with operational objectives.
- Supervised team of 25+ security personnel during shift.
- Prepared and submitted reports to keep management informed of security activities and developments.
Security & Operations Supervisor
Australian National Maritime Museum
11.2022 - 09.2024
- Day-to-day supervision of security team including control room operators to ensure the delivery of security operations met the needs of the client.
- Management of scheduling, rostering, and performance evaluations.
- Point of contact between client, security team and CGS Security.
- Supported ANMM Security Manager with day-to-day and event security requirements of the museum.
- Acted as first point of contact on weekends for all security related issues.
- Acted as Chief Warden on weekends and in the Security Manager's absence.
- Assisted in identification of gaps in the security needs of the security team and museum.
- Responsible for the induction and training of all security officers on site.
- Assisted in rectifying minor security concerns as requested by the Security Manager.
- Identification of WHS concerns and rectification of minor issues.
- Management of Access Control, CCTV systems.
- Supervised team of 15 security personnel during shift.
A/Client Service Manager
CERTIS Group
11.2022 - 07.2023
- Management of 20 plus security officers on a day-to-day basis.
- Managed the security operations for several large cruise ship turn-a-rounds.
- Managed large scale passenger security screening operations.
- In-depth understanding and knowledge of Maritime Legislation.
- Responsible for the training of security officers in key security areas such as X-Ray screening, gatehouse operations, Control room and concierge duties.
- Liaison with Customs, Australian Federal Police, and several other Government agencies.
- Stakeholder liaison and relationship management between numbers of key stakeholders.
- Management of large-scale traffic control operations.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Identified issues, analysed information, and provided solutions to problems.
Roster Coordinator
CERTIS Group
11.2022 - 07.2023
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Proficient in the use of Word, Excel, Outlook, and various rostering software platforms.
- Manage & Co-ordinate accurate and up to date rosters for both the client and employees.
- Acting as a central point of contact for support staff.
- Approving support staff shifts.
- Ensuring files and records are maintained.
- Maintaining files and record management system in line with quality standards.
- Generating weekly rosters using rostering software.
- Communicating rosters and roster changes to relevant staff.
- Developing and managing rosters.
- Contacting relevant staff to advise of roster changes.
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
Front Desk Operator - White Bay Cruise Terminal
CERTIS Group
03.2022 - 11.2022
- Deploy Security Staff to Allocated Locations.
- Supervise a Minimum of 20-80 Security Staff.
- Monitor & Allocate Staff Breaks.
- Liaison with Security Staff & Terminal Security Manager.
- Liaison with multiple stakeholders and Government Agencies.
Covert Loss Prevention Officer
WILSON Security
10.2015 - 03.2022
- Educate retail team members on Loss prevention strategy, focuses, actions, results and processes.
- Ensure building and team security including providing a visible Loss Prevention presence and utilization of store technology (CCTV, merchandise protection, source tagging, etc.) and other related activities.
- Maintenance of Loss Prevention administration and reporting.
- Identification and communication of shrinkage trends and issues.
- Liaise and maintain professional relationships with local police and centre security.
- Investigation of loss prevention risks and incidents, including attending Court as a witness where needed and generally supporting police activity relevant to criminal incidents.
- Policy compliant Apprehension of offenders.
Education
Diploma - Work Health & Safety
Right Choice Training
09-2025
Certificate IV - Work Health & Safety
Right Choice Training
06.2025
Certificate IV - Cyber Security
Asset College
04.2025
Certificate IV - Security Risk Analysis
ASSET COLLEGE
01.2024
Certificate IV - Information Technology
TAFE NSW
01.2022
Certificate II - Security Operations
SECTA SECURITY
06.2015
Diploma - Automotive Engineering
UNITEC INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
01.2014
Skills
- Audit Compliance
- Emergency Response
- CCTV Expertise- Avigilon, Genetec & Geutebruck
- Staff Management
- Loss Prevention Expertise
- Shift Scheduling
- Stakeholder Relations
- Risk Assessments
- Physical security
- Investigation techniques
- CCTV monitoring
- Emergency Management
- CCTV Expertise
- Access Control - Lenel (OnGuard) Genetec & Gallagher
- Compliance Management
- Employee Relations
- Staff Hiring
- Contract Management
- Safety and security procedures
- Incident response
- Asset protection
- Security Project Management
- Work Health & Safety Expertise
- Team leadership
Accomplishments
- Successfully led multi-million-dollar security infrastructure projects, delivering on time and within budget while enhancing site-wide protective security.
- Built and managed a security workforce of 20+ Security Officers, improving performance, compliance, and client satisfaction across multiple sites.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive SOPs, post orders, and emergency response plans that streamlined operations and improved regulatory compliance.
- Oversaw procurement and deployment of advanced security technologies (CCTV, access control, x-ray screening), optimising site protection and operational efficiency
- Designed and delivered training programs for 20+ staff members on X-ray screening, access control, CCTV monitoring, and incident response.
- Recognised for improving operational efficiency by introducing data-driven rostering, reporting, and risk management processes.
- Saved organisations thousands in consulting fees by delivering in-house security expertise and tailored protective security strategies.
Certification
- Class 2 Security Licence: 2A - Security Consultant, 2B - Security Seller, 2C - Security Equipment Specialist
- Class 1 Security Licence: 1A - Security Officer, 1E - Monitoring Centre Operator
LANGUAGES
English
3 Other
Timeline
Founder & Principal Security Consultant
Alpha Security Solutions
07.2025 - Current
Security Manager
CTDI Australia PTY LTD
02.2025 - 07.2025
Security Supervisor
CTDI Australia PTY LTD
09.2024 - 02.2025
Security & Operations Supervisor
Australian National Maritime Museum
11.2022 - 09.2024
A/Client Service Manager
CERTIS Group
11.2022 - 07.2023
Roster Coordinator
CERTIS Group
11.2022 - 07.2023
Front Desk Operator - White Bay Cruise Terminal
CERTIS Group
03.2022 - 11.2022
Covert Loss Prevention Officer
WILSON Security
10.2015 - 03.2022
Certificate IV - Work Health & Safety
Right Choice Training
Certificate IV - Cyber Security
Asset College
Certificate IV - Security Risk Analysis
ASSET COLLEGE
Certificate IV - Information Technology
TAFE NSW
Certificate II - Security Operations
SECTA SECURITY
Diploma - Automotive Engineering
UNITEC INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Diploma - Work Health & Safety
Right Choice Training
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