Derrick M. Coleman
Chicago, IL 60601 | (555) 814-9203 | derrick.coleman@email.com | linkedin.com/in/derrickcoleman
June 10, 2026
Hiring Manager
[Company Name]
[Company Address]
[City, State ZIP]
Dear Hiring Manager,

I am writing to express my strong interest in the Security Officer position at [Company Name]. With over six years of experience in loss prevention, emergency response, and access control — including high-traffic environments at Walgreens Distribution Center and Target Corporation — I have developed the surveillance expertise, incident documentation skills, and calm, professional demeanor that this role demands. Your organization's commitment to asset protection and a safe work environment aligns directly with the standards I have upheld throughout my career.

In my current role at Walgreens Distribution Center, I manage real-time CCTV monitoring across 120+ cameras, conduct daily access control inspections at three entry points, and have recovered over $45,000 in merchandise through active surveillance and coordinated law enforcement response. I have led active-shooter emergency drills for a 50-person staff, maintained full OSHA compliance for all safety equipment, and trained 15+ new security hires on SOPs, incident documentation, and trauma-informed de-escalation techniques. I hold a Private Security Contractor License, a current OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Safety certification, and CPR/AED & First Aid credentials valid through 2026.

What I bring to [Company Name] is not just experience — it is a track record of measurable results: reducing unauthorized entry incidents by 68%, maintaining a 92% prosecution rate on apprehensions, and identifying patterns that cut inventory shrinkage by 14% in my prior role. I am confident in my ability to immediately contribute to your security operations and to serve as a reliable, discreet liaison between your team and local law enforcement.

I would welcome the opportunity to discuss how my background in access control, emergency response, and loss prevention can serve [Company Name]'s security objectives. Thank you for your time and consideration — I look forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely,


Derrick M. Coleman
Security Officer | Loss Prevention Specialist