ABDULLAH ALATHALI
SUWAIQ,Oman
Summary
Experienced Bodyguard providing close protection for VIPs during public and private events. Conducts risk assessments and develops tailored security plans, collaborating with event organisers and law enforcement to enhance safety. Utilises strong communication and crowd control skills to manage dynamic situations while ensuring client confidentiality. Builds trustworthy relationships and responds swiftly to potential threats, delivering reliable security services that prioritise client safety and peace of mind.
Overview
3
3
Languages
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Close Protection Officer
U.S Embassy Muscat
Muscat, Oman
03.2014 - 08.2025
- Provided close protection and security for VIPs during public appearances and private engagements.
- Conducted risk assessments and developed security plans tailored to individual client needs.
- Coordinated with local law enforcement and security teams for enhanced protection services.
- Helped establish clear, relevant and successful security policies protecting assets and individuals.
- Maintained high levels of vigilance to detect and respond to unexpected situations promptly.
- Maintained secure access control, monitoring visitors and completing scans to locate contraband items.
- Monitored closed-circuit feeds to track visitors and identify problematic behaviour.
- Employed state-of-the-art security equipment for monitoring and protection purposes.
- Liaised with event organisers to integrate security plans with overall event management.
- Conducted background checks and intelligence gathering to inform security strategies.
- Used covert surveillance techniques to collect evidence of suspected wrongdoing.
- Conducted surveillance to obtain evidence of wrongdoing.
- Responded promptly to medical emergencies, incoming calls and code red situations prior to arrival of paramedics and law enforcement.
- Inspected doors for security breaches, windows and gates for signs of unauthorised entry.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - Literary
Secondary School
Suwaiq01-1998
Skills
- Threat assessment
- Surveillance monitoring
- Access control
- Emergency response
- Risk management
- Security planning
- Close quarter combat
- Close quarter combat training
- First aid proficiency
- CPR certification
- Radio communication proficiency
- Decision making
- Hazard identification
- Public safety knowledge
- Client support
- Communication skills
Languages
Arabic
First Language
English
Advanced
C1
Urdu
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Close Protection Officer
U.S Embassy Muscat
03.2014 - 08.2025
Certificate of Higher Education - Literary
Secondary School