Joey Gerstner
Security Operations Manager
Summary
Over 10 years of executive leadership in private security and military protection, with extensive experience in threat intelligence, risk mitigation, and crisis management. Strong relationships with global law enforcement and intelligence officials, skilled in enhancing security profiles and advising on high-profile security matters.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Head of Security Operations
Meuhedet Health Services
01.2024 - Current
- Ensured compliance with local, state, federal regulations through diligent monitoring of changes in applicable laws and standards
- Key member of Crisis management planning and Enterprise Business Resilience planning teams
- Streamlined incident response processes for faster resolution and minimized impact on business operations
Head of Security & Resilience
Israeli Air Force (IAF)
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Oversaw a team of 6 executive officers
- Advised leadership on the programs, plans, and resources needed to mitigate risks for high-profile activities and infrastructures to reduce vulnerability to compromise, attack, piracy fraud, and loss
- Coordinated emergency evacuation drills and exercises and developed and improved emergency procedures
VP of Security
Israel Air Force (IAF)
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major global projects (12 countries)
- Managed 4 executive officers and oversaw 100+ soldiers
Director of Safety and Security
Israel Air Force (IAF)
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Researched, reviewed and recommended equipment, materials and supplies to prepare and maintain security expenses within approved budget
- Directed security services and safety functions to align key processes with goals and objectives of organization and regulatory compliance
Resilience & Security Lead
Tel Aviv Municipality
01.2017 - 02.2020
- Enhanced security measures by implementing access control systems and surveillance equipment
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to share information and strengthen overall security efforts
Operations Team Leader
Israeli Air Force (IAF)
01.2012 - 03.2013
Education
No Degree - Security Management
Ariel University
Ariel 04.2001 -
Master of Arts - Public Health
Tel Aviv University
Tel Aviv 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Tel Aviv University
Tel Aviv 04.2001 -
Timeline
Head of Security Operations
Meuhedet Health Services
01.2024 - Current
Head of Security & Resilience
Israeli Air Force (IAF)
01.2023 - 02.2024
VP of Security
Israel Air Force (IAF)
01.2021 - 01.2023
Director of Safety and Security
Israel Air Force (IAF)
01.2020 - 01.2021
Resilience & Security Lead
Tel Aviv Municipality
01.2017 - 02.2020
Operations Team Leader
Israeli Air Force (IAF)
01.2012 - 03.2013
No Degree - Security Management
Ariel University
04.2001 -
Master of Arts - Public Health
Tel Aviv University
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Tel Aviv University
04.2001 -
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