Marques Lustila
About Marques Lustila
Marques Lustila serves as a Security Shift Captain at American Electric Power, where he has worked since 2014. He has extensive experience in nuclear security, including previous roles at Dominion and Wackenhut, and has a background in military police training.
Work at American Electric Power
Marques Lustila has been employed at American Electric Power since 2014. He currently holds the position of Security Shift Captain, a role he has occupied since 2019. In addition to this role, he has served as a Security Officer for ten years and has been a 1st Lieutenant since 2016. His work is based in Bridgman, MI, where he is responsible for overseeing security operations and ensuring safety protocols are followed.
Previous Experience in Nuclear Security
Prior to his tenure at American Electric Power, Marques Lustila worked at Dominion as a Nuclear Security & Alarm Specialist from 2008 to 2014 at Kewaunee Power Station. He also served as a Nuclear Security Officer at Wackenhut from 2006 to 2008, gaining valuable experience in the nuclear security sector. His roles involved significant responsibilities in maintaining security standards and responding to incidents.
Education and Expertise
Marques Lustila studied at the U.S. Army Military Police School, where he completed a certification program in police work in 1997. This 11-month program provided him with foundational skills in law enforcement and security operations. His education has contributed to his expertise in nuclear security, process improvement, and response team leadership.
Background in Process Improvement
In addition to his security roles, Marques Lustila has experience as a Process Improvement Analyst within the nuclear security field. This position involved analyzing and enhancing security processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness. His background in scheduling further complements his operational capabilities in security management.
Leadership in Security Operations
Marques Lustila has demonstrated leadership in nuclear security operations, serving as a Response Team Leader. In this capacity, he has been responsible for coordinating response efforts during security incidents, ensuring that protocols are followed, and that team members are effectively managed during critical situations.