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Deveyan Senthilkumar

Deveyan Senthilkumar

Summary

Security professional with 13 years of military and private sector experience in safety management and counterterrorism. Expertise in risk assessment, protocol development, and training. Proven ability to lead teams, manage incidents, and ensure readiness in high-pressure environments.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Officer Commanding

AETOS
02.2024 - Current
  • Officer Commanding (OC), supervising up to 300 officers involved in security operations across four offices.
  • Identify client’s potential threats and vulnerabilities, review and implement risk mitigation strategies.
  • Partner with various stakeholders to evaluate security protocols, conduct regular risk assessments, and address emerging risks.
  • Overseeing day-to-day security operations at critical infrastructure sites, responding to real-time incidents, and implementing effective measures to safeguard assigned areas.
  • Supervise and coordinate activities at the Operations Centre, ensuring seamless incident response, real-time monitoring, and crisis management.
  • Leading responses to emergencies and critical incidents, managing situations with efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Reviewing and delivering security and safety training programs to Aetos employees.
  • Lead the review and enhancement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Emergency Response Plans (ERPs).
  • Collaborating with law enforcement agencies and stakeholders to maintain an integrated security approach, and ensure compliance with security standards.
  • Clients include: F1, Immigration Checkpoint Authority, Jurong Town Council (Jurong Island), Singapore Power, Singapore Liquefied Natural Gas, and Petrochemical Singapore.

Key appointment roles:

Managed on-the-ground deployment, coordination, and security assurance for thousands of attendees, ensuring zero major security breaches, and smooth client operations. Oversaw collaboration with multiple agencies and internal teams to deliver seamless event security management under high-pressure, large-scale conditions, while liaising with other security teams and industry talent to ensure seamless execution.

  • Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix (F1): Planned and managed security operations for two consecutive years, resolving complex issues to ensure a secure event environment.
  • Ground Commander for high-profile national and international events, including the National Day Parade (NDP) and the Marina Bay Singapore Countdown (MBSC).

Warrant Officer / Platoon Commander

Singapore Armed Forces
2011 - 10.2023
  • Served in a high-readiness core unit, responsible for responding to critical incidents.
  • Managed island defense operations and training, ensuring security preparedness.
  • Expertise in leadership, management, training, and operational readiness. Skilled in fostering teamwork, maintaining discipline, and ensuring the welfare of personnel.
  • Oversaw the execution of security-related operational activities, including drills, exercises, and missions, ensuring adherence to security protocols and standards.
  • Provided training and mentorship to enhance the skills and expertise of personnel.
  • Managed disciplinary cases by conducting thorough investigations and implementing disciplinary actions, while ensuring fairness and compliance with regulations.
  • Provided interview and counseling for personnel in need of mental wellness support.

Education

High School Diploma -

Ngee Ann Polytechnic
05-2018

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Public Safety And Security

Singapore University of Social Sciences

Skills

  • Security operations
  • Crisis and risk management
  • Incident response
  • Standard operating procedures
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Operational readiness
  • Client and stakeholder management
  • People management
  • Effective communication
  • Training and development

Languages

English
First Language
Tamil
Proficient (C2)
C2
Chinese (Mandarin)
Intermediate (B1)
B1

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Officer Commanding

AETOS
02.2024 - Current

Warrant Officer / Platoon Commander

Singapore Armed Forces
2011 - 10.2023

High School Diploma -

Ngee Ann Polytechnic

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Public Safety And Security

Singapore University of Social Sciences
Deveyan Senthilkumar