Ersoy Kakaç
INTERNATIONAL SECURITY & RISK MANAGEMENT LEADER
Izmir
Summary
Results-driven and battle-tested security professional with over 20 years of military and private sector experience in complex, high-threat regions such as Afghanistan, Sudan, South Sudan and Nigeria. Recognized for leading cross-functional security teams, managing mobile/static operations, and conducting critical risk assessments. Skilled in close protection, crisis response, SOP development, and stakeholder engagement. Respected for integrity, loyalty, and mission execution under pressure.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages
Work History
Security Manager
Vergo Energy
03.2023 - Current
- Conducted risk assessments, crisis management planning, and SOP development.
- Oversaw site-wide security operations and trained staff on personal safety and emergency protocols.
- Conducted coordinations meetings with law enforcement authorities.
Security Detail – (Short Term Project)
WSS
11.2022 - 11.2022
- Provided close protection and threat analysis for UN personnel.
- Conducted risk assessments, crisis management planning.
Security Manager
Saipem – SCNL
04.2022 - 05.2022
- Oversaw site-wide security operations and trained local staff on personal safety and emergency protocols.
- Delivered briefings in response to regional threats, including kidnapping and insurgency risks.
- Coordinated with local authorities and military for armed guard post assignments.
- Project closed due to ISIS-related threats in Kaduna State.
Training Coordinator / Instructor
More Secure Co. Ltd
09.2019 - 11.2020
- Evaluated and mentored security trainers in riot/crowd control procedures.
- Delivered risk assessment and protection training for RSF high command officers.
- Led modules on venue security, HEAT, recce operations, and mobile/static protection.
Security Operations Manager
Dreshak Security Group
02.2019 - 09.2019
- Managed inner and outer perimeter security, trained armed guards, and updated SOPs.
- Briefed international clients on situational awareness and weekly risk updates.
Project Security Team Member (TDY)
DynCorp International / Chemonics USAID
08.2016 - 04.2018
- Provided close protection and threat analysis for USAID personnel.
- Conducted risk assessments, crisis management planning, and SOP development.
Personnel & Mobile Support Team Senior Member
DynCorp International
02.2016 - 04.2018
- Delivered static/mobile protection for high-value personnel in war zones.
- Led security reconnaissance, motorcade safety, and tactical transport protocols.
Training Officer & Intelligence/Operations Planner
Turkish Armed Forces
01.2011 - 01.2016
- Led battalion-wide training coordination, oversaw NCO instruction (including 85 Somali cadets).
Force Protection Company Commander
Turkish Armed Forces
11.2014 - 07.2015
- Managed 230 troops across all gate operations; conducted SOP and defense plan updates.
Commando Company Commander
Turkish Armed Forces
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Planned and led counter-insurgency missions; supervised operations in asymmetric warfare.
Mechanized Infantry Company Commander
Turkish Armed Forces
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Led troops during major operations against PKK in Iraq; completed Advanced Commando and PSD training.
Border Security & Intelligence Officer
Turkish Armed Forces
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Oversaw protection of critical border zones; conducted joint operations with UN forces.
Commando Platoon Leader
Turkish Armed Forces
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Executed special operations and led platoon-level commando missions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - System Engineering
Kara Harp Okulu (Turkish National Defense Uni.)
Ankara, Turkey 04.2001 -
Skills
- Strategic Security Operations (Static & Mobile)
- Threat & Vulnerability Assessment
- Close Protection / PSD Operations
- Emergency & Crisis Management
- Military Leadership & Tactical Planning
- Risk Mitigation & Intelligence Analysis
- Training Program Development
- SOP Writing & Compliance
- High-Risk Environment Navigation
Safety and security procedures
CCTV experience
Incident reports
Security screening
Websites
Certification
Infantry Officer Course, Advanced Commando Course (equivalent to US Army Ranger), Company Leadership & PSD Training, Border Security & Intelligence Courses, Tactical Motorcade Movement, Personal Security Detail (PSD/CPT), Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS), Armored Vehicle Operations, Crisis Management, Counter-Terrorism & Legal Frameworks, Law of Armed Conflict, Human Trafficking & Protection of Children in Conflict
Military Experience
- Force Protection Company Commander, HKIA (Kabul Airport), Afghanistan, 11/01/14, 07/01/15, Managed 230 troops across all gate operations; conducted SOP and defense plan updates.
- Training Officer & Intelligence/Operations Planner, TUR Army, 01/01/11, 12/31/16, Led battalion-wide training coordination, oversaw NCO instruction (including 85 Somali cadets).
- Commando Company Commander, Eastern Turkey, 01/01/09, 12/31/11, Planned and led counter-insurgency missions; supervised operations in asymmetric warfare.
- Mechanized Infantry Company Commander, 01/01/06, 12/31/09, Led troops during major operations against PKK in Iraq; completed Advanced Commando and PSD training.
- Border Security & Intelligence Officer, North Cyprus, 01/01/04, 12/31/06, Oversaw protection of critical border zones; conducted joint operations with UN forces.
- Commando Platoon Leader, Mountain and Commando Brigade, 01/01/02, 12/31/04, Executed special operations and led platoon-level commando missions.
Timeline
Security Manager
Vergo Energy
03.2023 - Current
Security Detail – (Short Term Project)
WSS
11.2022 - 11.2022
Security Manager
Saipem – SCNL
04.2022 - 05.2022
Training Coordinator / Instructor
More Secure Co. Ltd
09.2019 - 11.2020
Security Operations Manager
Dreshak Security Group
02.2019 - 09.2019
Project Security Team Member (TDY)
DynCorp International / Chemonics USAID
08.2016 - 04.2018
Personnel & Mobile Support Team Senior Member
DynCorp International
02.2016 - 04.2018
Force Protection Company Commander
Turkish Armed Forces
11.2014 - 07.2015
Training Officer & Intelligence/Operations Planner
Turkish Armed Forces
01.2011 - 01.2016
Commando Company Commander
Turkish Armed Forces
01.2009 - 01.2011
Mechanized Infantry Company Commander
Turkish Armed Forces
01.2006 - 01.2009
Border Security & Intelligence Officer
Turkish Armed Forces
01.2004 - 01.2006
Commando Platoon Leader
Turkish Armed Forces
01.2002 - 01.2004
Bachelor of Science - System Engineering
Kara Harp Okulu (Turkish National Defense Uni.)
04.2001 -