Darren Ward
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)
Frederick,MD
18
years of professional experience
Federal agent (1811) with almost 17 years of law enforcement experience. Well-organized and ambitious criminal investigator with management experience. Demonstrated experience in protective operation services and criminal investigations related to the violations of United States’ federal laws and statutes.
Work History
Special Agent/Criminal Investigator (1811- GS 13 step 4)
11 Months- I am assigned to CBP’s OPR Protective Operations Branch in Washington, D.C. In this capacity I am assigned to the security detail of the CBP Commissioner. My primary role is detail leader for the afternoon shift. In this role I handle the day-to-day management duties of the afternoon shift which include assigning each member a specific position, overseeing the safe and effective movement of the CBP Commissioner from one location to the next, and providing guidance and problem-solving skills with various issues which may arise within the detail.. I typically manage five to six detail members each shift. I maintained a TS/SCI clearance in this position.
- Supervisor: Tim Farnsworth, 202-570-2394
Special Agent/Criminal Investigator (1811- GS 13 step 4)
7 Years- In my position as a HSI Special Agent I lead numerous investigations into child sex crimes, fugitive investigations, intellectual property crimes, and was responsible for the seizure of millions of dollars recovered as part of an investigation into a drug trafficking organization. As part of my investigations I conducted interviews of witnesses, victims, and suspects. I secured search and seizure warrants to further my investigations. I organized and supervised the execution of arrest warrants on my targets in a safe and effective manner.
- I served almost 18 months on the security detail of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement Director. In this capacity I facilitated all movements of the director both in the NCR and outside the NCR as the advance agent. One of my major duties was to ensure every site the ICE Director visited was safe for him to visit and construct operational plans which would be forwarded through my chain of command all the way to the Director's office for each trip he went on. Once the Director arrived at a location, I was in charge of every aspect of said visit. I maintained a TS/SCI clearance in this position.
- Supervisor: Mark Gilland, 215-651-9373
Deportation Officer (1801- GS 9)
4 Months- I held this position for a few months before accepting a position with HSI. I completed the academy.
- Supervisor: Ron Antol, 412-475-0108
Investigative Specialist (1801 - GS 11)
3 Years 3 Months- Served as Investigative Specialist at FBI’s Washington Field Office (WFO). Conducted covert mobile surveillance of individuals as an Investigative Specialist in the FBI’s Special Surveillance Group (SSG). Monitored subjects linked to high-stakes criminal investigations, ensuring adherence to operational protocols and supporting intelligence gathering. I held a TS/SCI clearance with this position.
- Supervisor: Ronald Summers, 703-307-6609
Police Officer (0083 - GS 8)
2 Years 5 Months- I held the position of Police Officer with the FBI Police Unit located in Washington, D.C. Secured and protected FBI property, personnel, and interests in and around the NCR. I enforced Washington, D.C. local laws.
- Supervisor: Ronnie Jackson, 202-324-5850
- Enforced federal laws and regulations to ensure public safety and maintain order.
- Conducted thorough investigations, gathering evidence and testimonies to support case development.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies to coordinate responses to criminal activities.
Police Officer 2
2 Years 4 Months- I held the position of Police Officer with WPD located in Wilson, North Carolina. Enforced state laws, local ordinances, and arrested suspected violators of the law. Operated computer data terminals with access to various sensitive law enforcement databases and checked for wants/warrants on individuals encountered. I prepared numerous reports and documents for criminal and civil prosecutions. I identified and collected evidence to support law enforcement actions. I utilized interview and interrogation skills to gather facts for investigations, and Testified in a judicial setting regularly.
- Supervisor: Steve Stroud, 252-399-2323
Intern
2 Months- I held the position of Intern with the NCSBI. Shadowed agents during a variety of investigations, including murder, missing persons, drugs, and kidnappings.
- Supervisor: Elliot Smith, 919-417-2081
Education
Master of Science - Administration of Justice and Security
GPA: 3.7 GPA
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
GPA: 2.98 GPA
Skills
Criminal investigations
Interrogation techniques
Operational leadership
Conflict resolution
Work ethic
Awards
Highest academic award (Pitt BLET) - 2010, WPD Expert Marksmanship Award - 2011, On the Spot Award - 2015: Received this award as an FBI Investigative Specialist for my exceptional work on a case., Sharpshooter Award (BIETP, CITP), Driving Award (BIETP, CITP)
Job Related Training and Experience
- CBP – Protective Service Operations Training (E_PSOT_CT-2601 FLETC) – November 2025
- HSI Operation Blue Lotus (fentanyl reduction initiative) TDY
- HSI Operation Expanded Impact (southwest border initiative) TDY
- National Law Enforcement Training on Child Exploitation - June 2019
- Homeland Security Investigation Special Agent Training - April 2019
- Criminal Investigator Training Program (CITP) - December 2018
- ICE ERO Basic Immigration Enforcement Training Program (BIETP) - August 2018
- FBI Basic Surveillance Course - March 2015
- FBI Police Unit Post FLETC Training - August 2012
- Pitt Community College Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) - April 2010
Timeline
Special Agent/Criminal Investigator (1811- GS 13 step 4)
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)
09.2025 - CurrentRead More
Special Agent/Criminal Investigator (1811- GS 13 step 4)
Homeland Security Investigations (HSI)
09.2018 - 09.2025Read More
Deportation Officer (1801- GS 9)
Enforcement and Removal Operations
04.2018 - 08.2018Read More
Investigative Specialist (1801 - GS 11)
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
01.2015 - 04.2018Read More
Police Officer (0083 - GS 8)
FBI Police Unit
08.2012 - 01.2015Read More
Police Officer 2
Wilson Police Department (WPD)
04.2010 - 08.2012Read More
Intern
North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (NCSBI)
01.2009 - 03.2009Read More
East Carolina University
Bachelor of Science from Criminal Justice
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University of Phoenix
Master of Science from Administration of Justice and Security
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