Andrew Demock
Lovettsville,VA
Summary
Resourceful investigative professional uses evidence analysis and advanced interviewing techniques to illuminate complex cases. Performs thorough collection procedures for informing accurate investigative direction. Detailed Executive Protection Specialist with extensive knowledge and understanding securing physical locations for Protectees while engaging in threat mitigation.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Presidential Protective Division, Special Agent
United States Secret Service
07.2021 - Current
- Provided close protection to the President of the United States and its family members
- Responsible for executing emergency action procedures as established by USSS PPD supervisors
- Conducted numerous security advances in support of Presidential travel, both domestically and internationally
- Completed Logistics assignment in support of a multiple night RON for FLD in Marrakesh, Morocco
- Coordinated with Local, State, and Federal entities to secure assets to provide a safe and secure environment for Presidential Sites.
- Assisted in the development of comprehensive emergency response plans, ensuring preparedness for various scenarios.
- Served as the Advance Agent for the Presidential Visit to the President of Ireland's residence
- Maintain attention towards various areas of responsibility to ensure 360-degree security coverage
- PPD Site Advances
09/11/21 Washington, DC, Major Site, Arlington 9/11 Memorial
10/07/21 Chicago, IL, Major Site, DNC Event / Data Center Walkthrough / 100 Guests
03/17 –19/23 Wilmington, DC, Airport / Sites/ OTR
04/12/23 – 04/15/23 Dublin, Ireland; Ireland’s President’s Residence / State Arrival
04/12/23 – 04/15/23 County Louth, Ireland LZ
04/12/23 – 04/15/23 County Louth, Ireland LZ
06/03/23 – 06/05/23 Marrakesh, Morocco, Logistics, First Lady Visit; 2 night RON
Special Agent
United States Secret Service
08.2015 - Current
- Conducted thorough investigations for successful case resolutions to improve public safety.
- Effectively gathered crucial information through various methods to support ongoing cases.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, contributing to seamless coordination during time-sensitive operations.
- Prepared comprehensive reports, ensuring accurate documentation of investigative findings and legal compliance.
- Maintained high levels physical fitness levels, meeting rigorous job demands and enhancing performance capabilities.
- Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) government clearance
- Traveled in support of the President, Vice President and our Nation’s leaders and visiting Foreign Heads of State in order to provide security for and ensure their safety
- Conducted criminal investigations pertaining to financial obligations of the United States
- Planned and implemented security designs to ensure the safety of Protectees within the domestic United States and abroad in foreign countries
- Conducted interviews and interrogations of witnesses and suspects
- Performed protective intelligence investigations and assessments of individuals who may pose a threat to our Protectees
- Coordinated with local law enforcement agencies in order to implement a proactive protection plan for our Protectees
- Conducted background investigations to determine the suitability of potential employees
- Planned and performed surveillance, search and arrest warrants of criminals
- Prepared reports, kept investigation records, and maintained all case-related paperwork.
- Delivered expert testimony in court proceedings, presenting reliable evidence leading to successful prosecutions.
- Engaged in investigations to determine an individual's risk of an unwanted outcome to a USSS Protectee
- Conducted Advances in support of in-district PPD and VPD visits to mitigate potential threats to USSS Protectees
- Responded to calls involving individuals showing an unusual interest towards USSS Protectees
- Completed detailed reports relaying investigative findings pertaining to an individual's capabilities of performing nefarious acts against USSS Protectees
- Coordinated with Local, State, and Federal Agencies to interview, locate, and apprehend suspects.
- Provided threat assessments, briefings, and other pertinent information to USSS Supervisors.
Asst. Detail Leader, White House Chief of Staff
United States Secret Service
05.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided supervision to all PPD Chief of Staff Shift Agents
- Mentored new PPD Chief of Staff Special Agents by providing constructive feedback and guidance on their work performance, to include day-to-day activities of the Protectee and responsibilities to be successful with the protective mission.
- Communicated with personnel courses of action that would most effectively ensure a safe environment for the White House Chief of Staff
- Distributed daily logistics and reporting instructions for each respective Shift Agent assignment.
- Coordinated with the overall Detail Leader to create an effective weekly schedule
- Reviewed the Protectee's daily movements to correctly amend the weekly schedule and hours worked
- Traveled domestically in support of the White House Chief of Staff
- Provided quick response to situations that posed a risk to the Protectee
- Tracked and submitted annual / sick leave for PPD COS Shift Agents
Asst. Detail Leader, Director of Domestic Policy
United States Secret Service
04.2023 - 05.2023
- Provided supervision to all PPD Director of Domestic Policy Shift Agents
- Mentored new PPD Chief of Staff Special Agents by providing constructive feedback and guidance on their work performance, to include day-to-day activities of the Protectee and responsibilities to be successful with the protective mission.
- Communicated with personnel courses of action that would most effectively ensure a safe environment for the White House Director of Domestic Policy
- Distributed daily logistics and reporting instructions for each respective Shift Agent assignment.
- Coordinated with the overall Detail Leader to create an effective weekly schedule
- Reviewed the Protectee's daily movements to correctly amend the weekly schedule and hours worked
- Provided quick response to situations that posed a risk to the Protectee
- Tracked and submitted annual / sick leave for PPD Director of Domestic Policy Shift Agents
Presidential Protective Division, Transportation
United States Secret Service
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Engaged in planning and securing all POTUS motorcade routes and movements.
- Coordinated with Local, State, Federal and Military counterparts to develop a security plan for primary, contingency, and EA routes for all POTUS motorcade movements.
- Conducted Advances in support of POTUS visits both in-district and domestically within the United States
- Coordinated and notified all motorcade assets of report times, motorcade sweep times and locations, and their location in the motorcade
- Provided real time updates to USSS Supervisors of potential issues along the motorcade route
- Determined Safe House locations in the event of an EA Situation
- Completed the Protective Operations Driving Course 12/2021
- PPD Transportation Advances:
02/15/22 Washington, DC TS Advance
03/14/22 Washington, DC TS Advance
06/08/22 – 06/11/22 Los Angeles, CA Summit of the Americas
07/08/22 Washington, DC TS Advance
10/07/22 Hagerstown, MD TS Advance
10/20/22 Pittsburgh, PA TS Advance
11/06/22 Westchester, NY TS Advance
Hazardous Agent Mitigation and Emergency Response
United States Secret Service
07.2018 - 07.2021
- Provide rapid response to hazardous, toxic, and lethal environments at all USSS protective sites
- Locate, decontaminate, and provide manual extraction of all USSS protectees from compromised locations
- Liaison with local fire, HAZMAT, and emergency medical entities
- Develop a decontamination and extraction plan in support of the President and Vice President
- Identify hazardous unknowns in real time to keep all protective detail personnel apprised of all potential hazardous situations
- Served as the Team Leader during numerous protective missions, providing supervision of a minimum of three (3) Special Agents and/or Officers at all times
- Assigned as the HAMMER Alpha Squad Whip, providing supervision of six (6) Special Agents
- Assisted with scheduling / training / annual leave requests as part of my "WHIP" duties
- Served at the Democratic National Convention HAMMER team coordinator
- Served as the HAMMER Advance for the G7 Summit in Biarritz, France
- Supervised and created SOPs for the HAMMER Liaison Squad, tasked with briefing leaders of other Local, State, and Federal Agencies regarding the HAMMER mission and capabilities of the HAMMER team.
Joint Terrorism Task Force
United States Secret Service
05.2017 - 07.2018
- Coordinate with multiple Federal, State, and Local Law Enforcement Agents and Officers to identify individuals who may be engaging in terroristic activities
- Conduct complex investigations to determine if there is a nexus between terrorism and individuals and/or groups
- Respond to threats, incidents, and crisis’ that have a national security focus
- Implement and perform surveillance plans to develop “patterns of life” for persons of interest
- Perform numerous law enforcement database inquires to gather information on suspects, subjects, and persons of interest
- Issue subpoenas in support of complex investigations
- Participate in thorough interviews of suspects, subjects, and witnesses
- Provide in depth reports detailing the findings of the on-going investigation
- Coordinated with law enforcement agencies to respond to security incidents and emergencies.
Uniformed Division Officer
United States Secret Service
05.2012 - 08.2015
- Establish and maintain security and access control for events involving our Protectees both domestically and internationally
- Patrol the District of Columbia and enforce Federal and District of Columbia Laws
- Respond to a variety of Police calls involving diplomats in the DC area
- Interview witnesses and victims of various crimes and incidents
- Lead interrogations of potential suspects of investigations and those who pose a threat to the President, Vice President and their families
- Assist the Metropolitan Police Department and other local agencies in the performance of their duties
- Provide site security for various diplomatic events within DC
- When necessary, assist the White House Branch with the security of the White House Complex
- Plan, operate, and implement personnel and vehicle checkpoints
- Prepare and complete a variety of Police reports
- Provide rapid response to vital situations by navigating throughout the District of Columbia and the White House Complex
- Utilize team work to initiate arrests to those that pose a threat to the White House and its surrounding areas
- Conduct surveillance to ensure safety of Protectees by identifying abnormal and dangerous behavior
Substitute Teacher
Professional Educational Services
01.2012 - 03.2012
- Promoted a collaborative learning environment through group projects and peer-to-peer activities, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Facilitated classroom learning activities and lesson plans
- Ensured a safe environment conducive for all students to learn
- Provided daily write-ups detailing the activities completed and classroom behavior
Security Officer
Teachout Security Services
05.2010 - 11.2010
- Improved overall security by conducting regular patrols and monitoring surveillance systems.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Provided secure premises and personnel by utilizing various patrol techniques, monitoring surveillance equipment, guarding entry points, and verifying visitors.
- Submitted reports by detailing recorded observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities.
- Investigated suspicious activities and reported any security breaches to the relevant authorities.
- Responded to emergency situations in a timely and professional manner.
Marine Deputy
Genesee County Sheriff's Department
05.2007 - 08.2008
- Performed daily patrol on waterways throughout Genesee County.
- Responded to various calls for service including boat accidents, suspected violators of local ordinances, conducts boat safety inspections, and rendered aid to injured people.
- Enforced applicable state and local laws while educating the public on boating and waterway safety.
Education
Master of Arts - Criminal Justice
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI05.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Saginaw Valley State University
Bay City, MI05.2008
Skills
- Witness Interrogations and Interviews
- Federal Criminal Code Expertise
- Subpoenas
- Federal Statutes
- Executive Protection
- Defensive Driving
- Security Resource Allocation
- Emergency Response
- Physical Security Analysis
- Team Collaboration
Certification
Emergency Medical Technician, March 2018
Timeline
Asst. Detail Leader, White House Chief of Staff
United States Secret Service
05.2023 - 01.2024
Asst. Detail Leader, Director of Domestic Policy
United States Secret Service
04.2023 - 05.2023
Presidential Protective Division, Transportation
United States Secret Service
02.2022 - 02.2023
Presidential Protective Division, Special Agent
United States Secret Service
07.2021 - Current
Hazardous Agent Mitigation and Emergency Response
United States Secret Service
07.2018 - 07.2021
Joint Terrorism Task Force
United States Secret Service
05.2017 - 07.2018
Special Agent
United States Secret Service
08.2015 - Current
Uniformed Division Officer
United States Secret Service
05.2012 - 08.2015
Substitute Teacher
Professional Educational Services
01.2012 - 03.2012
Security Officer
Teachout Security Services
05.2010 - 11.2010
Marine Deputy
Genesee County Sheriff's Department
05.2007 - 08.2008
Master of Arts - Criminal Justice
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Saginaw Valley State University