Michael "Mike" Stewart
Michael Stewart serves as Security Sergeant/Operations Specialist at Touro University Nevada and is a U.S. Army Veteran with extensive leadership experience in enterprise security operations, institutional risk management, and organizational readiness. His leadership foundation is rooted in military command principles and reinforced through progressive responsibility across higher education, critical infrastructure, corporate security, and high-volume public environments.
Michael provides operational oversight supporting campus-wide safety initiatives, high-visibility events exceeding 700 participants, and daily security functions serving diverse academic and administrative stakeholders. He has directed personnel, coordinated incident response, audited compliance documentation, and strengthened operational protocols in environments requiring precision, accountability, and regulatory adherence.
As a former U.S. Army Squad Leader, he was entrusted with the readiness, discipline, and performance of a 10-soldier team and sensitive military-grade assets—experience that shaped his structured leadership philosophy centered on preparedness, standards enforcement, and mission execution under pressure.
His expertise spans security program administration, threat and vulnerability assessment, policy implementation, executive collaboration, personnel development, and continuous process improvement. Throughout his career, he has contributed to safeguarding high-value infrastructure, supporting operations serving over 500 daily guests in high-traffic environments, and maintaining performance benchmarks defined by zero-loss and zero-error outcomes.
Michael operates with a strategic mindset focused on aligning security operations with institutional objectives, strengthening organizational resilience, and cultivating a culture of accountability and professionalism. His leadership approach integrates proactive risk mitigation, data-informed decision-making, and disciplined team development to ensure sustainable, enterprise-level security performance.
Professional Profile: LinkedIn
- Professional Certificate, in Operations Management, Jack Welch Business Institute (JWMI), Herndon, VA, 2025
- Graduate Certificate, in Leadership, Jack Welch Business Institute (JWMI), Herndon, VA, 2022
- B.S. in Business Administration (Cum Laude), Southern New Hampshire University, Hooksett, NH, 2020
- High School Diploma, General Education Development of Dixie State University, St. George, UT, 2006
- Executive Leadership Certification, The National Society of Leadership & Success, Fort Lauderdale-Davie, FL, 2020
- Advanced Leadership Certification, The National Society of Leadership & Success, Fort Lauderdale-Davie, FL, 2019
- Foundations of Leadership, The National Society of Leadership & Success, Cambridge, MA, 2018
- Advanced Professional Bodyguard/ Private Security Detail Operator, C.R.I. Counter Terrorism Training School, Las Vegas, NV, 2017
- Infantryman Training, U.S Army School of Infantry, Ft. Benning, GA, 2010
- PATRIOT Launching Station Enhanced Operator/ Maintainer, U.S Army Air Defense Artillery School, Ft. Bliss, TX, 2008
- Nevada PILB Work Card – Security Guard Registration (Active)
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Certification (Active)
Southern New Hampshire University Recognitions:
- President's List – Fall 2018
- Dean's List – Summer 2018
- President's List – Winter 2018
- President's List – Fall 2017
United States Army Awards & Recognition:
- National Defense Service Medal – 2012
- Overseas Service Ribbon – 2011
- Korean Defense Service Medal – 2011
- Medical Battalion, Certificate of Achievement – 2010
- Good Conduct Medal – 2011
- Army Achievement Medal – 2010
- Global War on Terrorism Service Medal – 2010
- Army Service Ribbon – 2008
- Certified Member –The National Society of Leadership & Success
- Volunteer – Nevada Partnership of Homeless Youth (NPHY)
- 2023-Present: Security Sergeant/Operations Specialist, Touro University, Henderson, NV
- 2022- 2023: Lead Security Officer, Stations Casinos, Henderson, NV
- 2021-2022: Small Business Owner/Operator, GlitterNShyne LLC, Henderson, NV
- 2021-2022: Assistant Director of Security, Zak Bagan's' The Haunted Museum, Las Vegas, NV
- 2015-2020: Security Supervisor, Switch Datacenters, Las Vegas, NV
- 2013-2015: Asset Protection Associate, Walmart, Henderson, NV
- 2008-2012: Senior Infantry Squad Leader, United States Army (Active Duty), FT. Lewis, WA
- 2007-2008: Security Supervisor/Guide, Downtown Long Beach Associates, Long Beach, CA
