Anthony Hairston
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Senior Security and Investigations Executive with over 20 years of leadership experience in high-profile government, corporate, and large-scale event security environments. Expert in strategic security planning, emergency response coordination, and operational management, with a proven track record of safeguarding personnel, assets, and infrastructure in fast-paced, high-pressure settings. Demonstrated ability to lead diverse teams, develop and enforce comprehensive security protocols, and collaborate with law enforcement and external stakeholders to ensure seamless event execution. Adept at managing budgets, enhancing operational efficiency, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Strong communicator with experience interfacing with C-suite executives and public safety agencies to deliver best-in-class security solutions. Holds an MBA, blending technical security expertise with strategic business acumen to optimize safety operations and organizational resilience.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Advisor, Security Operations
D.C. United (Major League Soccer Club)
Washington , DC
05.2024 - Current
- Led the strategic overhaul of threat identification and mitigation at Major League Soccer events, achieving a marked reduction in security incidents, demonstrating adept risk management, and enhancing operational resilience
- Orchestrated the development and implementation of comprehensive security procedures, significantly elevating organizational safety protocols and fostering a secure environment for all stakeholders, thereby bolstering operational resilience
- Managed a diverse team comprising of full time and part time security staff, surveillance operators, vendors, and security contractors in high-stakes settings, enhancing team efficiency through exceptional leadership and personnel management skills
- Collaborated with local law enforcement, fire safety, and medical teams to ensure compliance with city regulations and maintain optimal safety standards at the venue
- Regularly liaised with senior leadership, providing security assessments and post-event reporting, influencing operational improvements and policy development.
Investigator
United States Capitol Police (USCP)
Washington, DC
08.2017 - Current
- Served as an Advisory Board member, offering strategic insights into workforce perceptions of workplace violence, harassment, organizational culture, and DEI initiatives
- Directed the identification and rectification of process, protocol, and policy deficiencies, showcasing comprehensive risk management expertise
- Led multiple integrity and administrative risk projects through detailed policy review, conducting sensitive/confidential interviews, and compiling detailed reports, thereby enhancing organizational resilience
- Formulated and communicated actionable insights, recommendations, and identified vulnerabilities by evaluating the needs and effectiveness of technical platforms, tools, policies, and standards, demonstrating strategic leadership and program management skills
- Oversaw comprehensive administrative investigations into violations of suitability standards and policies, emphasizing Congressional values, ethics, and code of conduct, illustrating adeptness in crisis management
- Executed quality reviews and audits of investigation reports, ensuring adherence to the highest standards and operational excellence
- Represented the U.S
- Congress and Capitol Police nationally, conducting high-level interviews, gathering sensitive information, and performing security assessments, underscoring leadership in crisis management
- Provided critical input for the USCP’s post-January 6th hiring initiatives, resulting in a more robust and diverse security workforce
- Co-established the department's Diversity Council, advocating for equal hiring, equitable treatment, and advancement opportunities for all Capitol Hill employees, fostering an inclusive and diverse operating environment
- Employed research, behavioral observation, conflict resolution, and leveraged cross-agency and interdepartmental collaboration to devise the most effective investigative strategies, safeguarding the U.S Congress, its members, employees, facilities, and visitors from threats, exemplifying exceptional program management and strategic foresight.
Supervisory Criminal Investigator
City of Danville (VA)
Danville, VA
10.2005 - 08.2017
- Functioned as Assistant Unit Commander, overseeing violent crimes, internal personnel, and undercover narcotics investigations, demonstrating exemplary leadership in high-pressure situations
- Collaborated with Rotary International to provide investigative technique training across Taiwan, concentrating on crime prevention, security protocols, dignitary protection, and business risk assessment
- Initiated and directed the Child Cyber Sexual Crimes Team, converting it into a pivotal element of regional interdisciplinary sexual assault response initiatives
- Designed and managed specialized investigative teams to address complex criminal and public safety cases on a national scale, enhancing organizational response capabilities
- Promoted on-scene mediation and conflict resolution via strategic partnerships with community-based services and organizations, nurturing a unified community policing approach
- Oversaw resource allocation and budgeting for investigative endeavors, ensuring meticulous asset and financial management
- Developed strategic objectives and performance indicators, facilitating effective team performance and risk evaluation
- Achieved an unparalleled 100% resolution and conviction rate in murder investigations, underscoring investigative excellence
- Garnered accolades from the United States Secret Service, the Commonwealth of Virginia, and the City of Danville for outstanding investigative achievements
- Orchestrated the planning and execution of national investigations and operations in collaboration with federal, local, and state-level tactical teams, showcasing proficiency in multi-agency coordination.
Education
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Liberty University
05-2017
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Liberty University
05-2012
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Administrative Investigations
- Workplace Violence and Harassment Prevention
- Personnel Management
- Insider Threat Detection
- Policy and Procedure Revisionist
- Compliance
- Risk Management
- Security Operations Manager
- Crisis Management
Awards
- Congressional Gold Medal earned for protecting the U.S. Capitol on January 6th, 2021, and thereafter
- U.S. Capitol Police Letter of Commendation for high achievement in administrative investigations for post-January 6th hiring initiative
- U.S. Capitol Police Letter of Commendation for support services rendered in preparation of the Presidential Inauguration 2021
- City of Danville (VA) Police Department Letter of Commendation earned for outstanding determination and diligence in homicide investigation
- U.S. Department of Homeland Security-Secret Service Unit Commendation earned for investigative execution in an international fraud case (2012)
Timeline
Advisor, Security Operations
D.C. United (Major League Soccer Club)
05.2024 - Current
Investigator
United States Capitol Police (USCP)
08.2017 - Current
Supervisory Criminal Investigator
City of Danville (VA)
10.2005 - 08.2017
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Liberty University
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