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Gerard Abbene

McKinney,TX

Summary

Results-driven Protective Security Specialist with proven expertise in executive protection, security assessments, and surveillance monitoring. SWAT Operator with specialized skills including tactical response, crisis negotiation, and advanced weapon handling. Known for strategic planning in HNT, leadership, strength, decisiveness under pressure. I have successfully led teams in field operations resulting in safe resolutions. A total of 28 years of law enforcement, with eighteen in ESU for the NYPD.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Protective Security Specialist

Triple Black
Addison, Texas
08.2022 - 02.2026
  • Executive Protection for Distinguished school and High Net Worth students from high net worth families from dignitaries, CEOs, professional athletes and celebrities.
  • Conducted security assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities and threats.
  • Monitored surveillance systems to ensure safety and compliance with protocols.
  • Law Enforcement Liason

SWAT Operator

New York City Police Department
New York, New York
01.1992 - 07.2019
  • High Risk Warrants
  • Utilized specialized equipment for surveillance and threat assessment during missions.
  • Conducted high-risk operations in dynamic environments to ensure public safety. (Hostage Rescue)
  • Dignitary Protection (United Nations and Mayoral Detail)
  • Trained and mentored junior officers on operational protocols and safety procedures.
  • WMD and Hazmat Protocols

Education

High School Diploma -

Sachem High School
Ronkonkoma, NY
06-1987

Some College (No Degree) - Admin of Justice

Suffolk County Community College
Selden, NY

Skills

  • Executive protection
  • Security assessments
  • Surveillance monitoring
  • Vulnerability analysis
  • Threat mitigation
  • Risk management
  • Emergency response
  • Crisis communication
  • Public safety protocols
  • Team leadership
  • Operational security
  • Security training
  • Personal security
  • Close protection
  • Counter surveillance
  • Defensive driving
  • Event security
  • Access control
  • Investigative skills
  • Firearms proficiency
  • Threat assessment
  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Patrol operations
  • Physical security
  • Surveillance detection
  • Protective intelligence
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Hostile environment awareness
  • Perimeter security
  • Staff development
  • Emergency preparedness
  • Investigations

Certification

Level III and IV - Texas DPS Security License

Timeline

Protective Security Specialist

Triple Black
08.2022 - 02.2026

SWAT Operator

New York City Police Department
01.1992 - 07.2019

High School Diploma -

Sachem High School

Some College (No Degree) - Admin of Justice

Suffolk County Community College
Gerard Abbene