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CORY SEIPP

CORY SEIPP

Austin

Summary

Mission-driven Navy SEAL veteran and Executive Protection Leader with over a decade of operational and strategic experience in high-risk environments. Demonstrated expertise in team leadership, protective security, and program development. Trusted advisor to VIPs and government officials, specializing in risk mitigation, threat analysis, and tactical instruction. Holds a Master's in I/O Psychology and maintains an active Top Secret/SCI Clearance.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Field Operations, Protective Security Division

Gavin de Becker & Associates
02.2022 - Current
  • Delivered executive protection to high-profile clients across travel, residential, and public venues - Led security assessments, threat investigations, and personnel screening for elite clientele - Trained staff and facilitated security awareness programs for private personnel and support teams
  • Communicated and consulted with regional management and staff regularly.
  • Implemented and maintained high standards of quality in all areas.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.

SEAL Operator / Instructor / Mentor

U.S. Navy
01.2013 - 02.2022
  • Completed BUD/S and advanced SEAL training - Delivered 100+ hours of live fire and CQC instruction to foreign and U.S. partners - Spearheaded training plans that strengthened operational cohesion and mission success
  • Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
  • Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
  • Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
  • Worked outside in all weather conditions.

High-Risk Training Instructor / Mentor

U.S. Navy
07.2019 - 02.2022
  • Facilitated high-risk training for 2,000+ Naval Special Warfare candidates with zero mishaps - Improved PST scores by 10% through structured mentorship and tactical coaching - Co-developed “T9 Warrior Toughness Program,” implemented Navy-wide for bootcamp training
  • Maintained compliance with company standards, regulatory requirements, and quality goals.
  • Evaluated training needs and developed appropriate class offerings.

Deployment Supervisor & Operations Manager

U.S. Navy
01.2016 - 01.2019
  • Managed 8 instructors and 90+ foreign forces on overseas deployment missions - Led intelligence planning and technical breaching for real-world naval operations - Managed $300K+ in tactical gear with full accountability across multi-month deployments
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.

Education

Master of Science - Industrial/Organizational Psychology

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
01-2022

Bachelor of Science - Strategic Studies & Defense Analysis

Norwich University
Northfield, VT
01-2019

Skills

  • Executive Protection
  • Operations management
  • Risk Management
  • Tactical Instruction
  • Program Design
  • Leadership Development
  • Operational Planning
  • Threat Mitigation
  • Security Training
  • Personnel Development
  • Multi-Agency Coordination
  • Physical Security
  • Force Protection
  • Workforce planning
  • Incident response
  • Strategic planning
  • Team building
  • Logistics management
  • Training and mentoring

Certification

  • Essential Protection Skills | Gavin de Becker & Associates
  • High-Risk Instructor | U.S. Navy
  • Trauma Management | SIMMEC
  • Tactical Driving | Off-Road Course
  • Advanced Combat Carry & CQC | Asymmetric Solutions
  • CPR/AED | American Red Cross
  • NRA Instructor Certification
  • TS/SCI Eligible Clearance (Active)
  • Full training & credential list available upon request

Volunteer Work

  • ROCK Ride Center for Kids, 2024, Present, Mentoring children and veterans with disabilities
  • Veterati, 2020, Present, Mentoring transitioning veterans
  • Dream Riders, 2020, Present, Support therapy for children and adults
  • Woodland School District, 2019, Guest speaker, Veterans Day youth mentorship

Timeline

Director of Field Operations, Protective Security Division

Gavin de Becker & Associates
02.2022 - Current

High-Risk Training Instructor / Mentor

U.S. Navy
07.2019 - 02.2022

Deployment Supervisor & Operations Manager

U.S. Navy
01.2016 - 01.2019

SEAL Operator / Instructor / Mentor

U.S. Navy
01.2013 - 02.2022

Master of Science - Industrial/Organizational Psychology

Grand Canyon University

Bachelor of Science - Strategic Studies & Defense Analysis

Norwich University

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