Michael Schmierer, Cpp, Cbcp
About Michael Schmierer, Cpp, Cbcp
Michael Schmierer is the Director of Protective Services and Enterprise Security Operations at Sutter Health. He has extensive experience in safety and security roles across various organizations, including Robinhood, Zynga, and the U.S. Department of State.
Current Position at Sutter Health
Michael Schmierer currently serves as the Director of Protective Services and Enterprise Security Operations at Sutter Health. He has held this position since 2023, working in Sacramento, California. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing security operations and ensuring the safety of the organization’s facilities and personnel.
Previous Experience in Security Management
Prior to his current role, Michael Schmierer held several significant positions in security management. He worked at Stanford Health Care as the Director of Corporate Safety & Security from 2022 to 2023. Before that, he served as the Director of Corporate Safety & Security at One Medical from 2018 to 2020. His experience also includes roles at Capital One, Zynga, and Robinhood, where he focused on physical safety and security.
Educational Background and Certifications
Michael Schmierer has a strong educational background in security and management. He earned a Bachelor's Degree in Homeland Security from the American Public University System, completing his studies from 2008 to 2013. He later obtained a Master of Arts in Organizational Management from the same institution in 2014. Additionally, he holds a Six Sigma Black Belt certification, demonstrating his expertise in process improvement and quality management.
Membership in Professional Organizations
Michael is an active member of several professional organizations in the security field. He is a member of the Association of Threat Assessment Professionals (ATAP), which focuses on threat assessment and management. He also belongs to the American Society of Industrial Security (ASIS), a global community dedicated to security practitioners.
Military and Early Career Experience
Before entering the security management field, Michael Schmierer served in the U.S. Marine Corps as a Staff Sergeant from 2001 to 2006. His early career also includes a position with the U.S. Department of State in Diplomatic Security Services from 2006 to 2008, as well as a role at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory as Protective Services Leader from 2008 to 2011.