Oleksii

QLEKSII PICHKQ

Kropyvnytskyi, Ukraine

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Professional Profile
Highly experienced and disciplined Security and Close Protection Specialist with a strong military background and
over 15 years of operational expertise in high-risk environments. Proven leadership as a Team Leader in Iraq and
Ukraine, with extensive knowledge of mission planning, client protection, and team coordination. Recognised for
resilience, responsibility, and decision-making under pressure. Holder of international security qualifications and
State Decorations for service and bravery. Reference lists from previous companies are available upon request.

Key Skills
Close and Executive Protection; High-Risk Security Operations; Mission & Route Planning; Team Leadership &
Trainingn; Crisis and Emergency Decision-Making; Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC - MARCH Protocol);
CQB / Urban Operations Training; Security Awareness & Risk Assessment; Strong Discipline and Responsibility;
Languages: English (Upper-Intermediate), Russian (Fluent), Ukrainian (Native)

Professional Experience
Military Service
Armed Forces of Ukraine
Senior Operator, Company Sergeant Major
March 2022 - June 2025

• Participated in combat operations on multiple fronts in defence of Ukraine.
• Organized and coordinated unit personnel and operations.
• Demonstrated decisive leadership in critical, high-pressure situations.
• Wounded three times in action during combat missions.
• Awarded State Decorations for courage and service.

AEGIS Defence Services Ltd - Iraq
PSD Team Leader
Dec 2016 - Feb 2022

• Leading close protection operations for international clients in high-risk areas.
• Planning and executing missions to oil and gas locations.
• Supervising, training, and mentoring multinational security teams.
• Delivering client briefings and ensuring compliance with safety procedures.
Desert Road Security - Iraq, Basrah
PSD Team Leader / 2IC
2013 - 2016

• Provided close protection for oil engineers and escorted them to critical sites.
• Oversaw mission planning, reporting, and team training.
• Ensured the safety of clients during work at oilfield facilities.

Britam Defence Ltd - Iraq, Basrah
PSD Team Leader / 2IC
2010 - 2013

• Protected high-profile clients including BP, Halliburton, Petrofac in southern Iraq.
• Planned and executed missions across oilfields and remote sites.
• Conducted regular security awareness training and updates for c lients.
• Trained and supervised Iraqi national PSD personnel.

Private Security Company - Ukraine
Bodyguard-Driver
2009

• Provided VIP close protection and secure transportation.

Armed Forces of Ukraine
Section Leader, Special Forces Platoon
2003 - 2008

• Led a special forces section, trained in tactical operations and leadership.

Education & Training
• Tactical Combat Medicine (MARCH Protocol) - Ministry of Defence, Ukraine (2023; 2024)

• CQB / Urban Combat Course - Legion Espanola, Almeria, Spain (2024)

• BTEC Level 3 Close Protection (QCF) - Horizon Security Solutions, UK (2014)

• BTEC Level 2 First Person on Scene - Horizon Security Solutions (2014)

• First Person on Scene Intermediate - College of Emergency Physicians (2016)

• PSD Security Operators Course - Britam (2012)

• Medical First Aid Course - Britam (2012)

• Basic H2S Training (2011)

• IADS RIG PASS Orientation (2011)