Freddy Sandino
Covington,LA
Summary
Accomplished and results-oriented security leader with 30 years of law enforcement experience, including 25 years as a DEA Special Agent. Proven record of leading complex global investigations, supervising law enforcement teams, and successfully implementing corporate security programs. Experienced global security director with a strong background in executive protection, physical security, and policy creation. U.S. Marine Corps veteran with demonstrated integrity, crisis management skills, and commitment to organizational safety.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director, Global Security
CRC Global Solutions
Kenner, Louisiana
09.2024 - Current
- Oversaw all aspects of physical and executive security for a multinational corporation.
- Implemented robust crisis response protocols, emergency plans, and executive travel risk assessments.
- Developed security awareness and training programs across all global offices.
- Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Supervisory Special Agent
Drug Enforcement Administration, DEA
09.2001 - 07.2025
- Led high-impact, complex investigations involving international drug trafficking organizations.
- Provided strategic leadership to teams of agents and coordinated international operations and intelligence sharing.
- Developed and executed undercover and surveillance operations; conducted critical threat and risk analysis.
- Built strong relationships with global law enforcement agencies.
- Managed complex international investigations with assignments in Nicaragua, Afghanistan, and Turkey, coordinating operations across diverse environments.
- Maintained TS/SCI clearance, ensuring the ability to work with highly classified information in support of global law enforcement efforts.
- Coordinated with local, state, and federal agencies for joint operations.
- Participated in multi-agency task force initiatives to combat terrorism, organized crime, drug trafficking and other serious offenses.
- Conducted investigations into violations of federal law, including interviewing witnesses, collecting evidence, and preparing reports for review by the U.S. Attorney's Office.
Veteran
U.S. Marine Corps
01.1988 - 01.1994
- Gained foundational skills in discipline, rapid response, and teamwork.
- Contributed to international security and protection assignments, including crisis environments.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Loyola University
New Orleans05-1998
Skills
- Global Investigations Management
- International operations
- Conflict resolution
- Intelligence sharing
- Strategic Security Leadership
- Supervision & Team Leadership
- Executive Protection
- Physical Security Implementation
- Policy & Procedure Development
- Crisis Management
- Security Clearance
- Military Discipline
Affiliations
- ASIS International
- InfraGard
Certification
- Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
- Crisis Management (CISM)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Accomplishments
- Developed and implemented global policy and procedures for physical security and employee safety across 40+ international offices.
- Supervised multi-agency task forces, managing 50+ federal and foreign law enforcement officers in coordinated investigations.
- Directed executive protection operations for C-suite leadership, ensuring safe travel and public appearances in high-risk regions.
- Received commendations for exceptional leadership and operational outcomes in both law enforcement and military settings.
International Experience
- Nicaragua, DEA Overseas Assignments
- Afghanistan, DEA Overseas Assignments
- Turkey, DEA Overseas Assignments
Security Clearances
Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) Clearance, Held during tenure with the DEA
Timeline
Director, Global Security
CRC Global Solutions
09.2024 - Current
Supervisory Special Agent
Drug Enforcement Administration, DEA
09.2001 - 07.2025
Veteran
U.S. Marine Corps
01.1988 - 01.1994
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Loyola University
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