Sam Queeno
Sam Queeno, CPP is currently the Director of Physical Security for American Electric Power. He is responsible for the physical security of the entire corporation, which includes the protection of people and assets in eleven states. Since joining the company in 2008, Sam has served as a Region Security Coordinator, Security Operations Center Manager and Critical Infrastructure Security Manager. Prior to joining AEP, he served as a National Account Manager for The Wackenhut Corporation, Security Project Manager for Bank of America and Security Manager for DeGraff Memorial Hospital. Sam has over 20 years of experience in the Security industry with expertise in Utility, Financial, Health Care, Security Operations Center and Contract Guard Service.
Sam holds a Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice and is a Certified Protection Professional, board certified in security management from ASIS, the largest international security organization. Sam is a NRA certified Firearm Safety, Pistol and Personal Protection instructor. Sam currently serves as a board member for the Columbus Police Foundation and Relā. Sam is a member of the Edison Electric Institute Security Leadership Committee as well as a member of the ASIS Crime Prevention Council.
