Glenn N. Gray
Naples
Summary
Retired NYPD Police Officer with nearly 23 years of dedicated law enforcement service (1998–2019), including direct response and ongoing operations at World Trade Center site post-9/11. Extensive expertise in transit patrol, counter-terrorism integrated with dignitary protection training, counter-surveillance, narcotics operations, robbery task forces, executive protection, and public safety supervision. Certified in CBRN/HazMat, Incident Fire Command Watch, counter-terrorism, and firearms. Demonstrated leadership across law enforcement, healthcare, private security, investigations, and government sectors. Pursuing advanced security, investigative, or protective services roles in Florida.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Clerk
Collier County Government
Naples
11.2021 - Current
- Perform clerical and administrative duties in support of county court operations, including case file management, public assistance, and record maintenance.
- Maintain high standards of accuracy, confidentiality, and customer service while interacting with the public, legal professionals, and county staff.
Security Officer & Private Investigator
Summit Security Services, Inc.
09.2020 - Current
- Conduct private security and investigative services for diverse clients across Southwest Florida.
- Provide ongoing weekly security (every Sunday) for church services and special events at a Christian Evangelical flight school and affiliated church.
- Perform site patrols, access control, threat assessments, and incident response to ensure the safety of staff, congregants, and facilities.
Public Safety Sergeant
NCH Healthcare System (NCH Hospital)
Naples
03.2020 - 11.2021
- Supervised a team of 7 public safety officers, providing leadership, training, and scheduling to maintain 24/7 coverage across hospital facilities.
- Ensured the safety and security of hospital staff, patients, visitors, and property through proactive patrols, access control, incident response, and de-escalation.
Police Officer (Retired November 30, 2019)
New York Police Department (NYPD)
New York
07.1998 - 11.2019
- Served nearly 23 years in the Transit Bureau, performing active patrol, emergency auto-response, school safety, anti-crime operations, headquarters security, counter-terrorism, and counter-surveillance in high-traffic environments.
- Responded to the World Trade Center site on September 11, 2001, and continued service at Ground Zero and related operations through retirement.
- Collaborated with Detective Narcotics Bureau on operations, investigations, and arrests targeting narcotics-related crimes.
- Participated in Manhattan Transit Robbery Task Force initiatives to reduce robbery incidents in the transit system.
- Provided dignitary protection, incorporating specialized training integrated with counter-terrorism protocols.
- Responded to emergencies using behavioral science and de-escalation techniques, and held supervisory roles as Officer in Charge (OIC).
- Maintained active firearms qualifications (Class D, G, C; HR-218; Florida CCPL).
Private Security / Paid Detail Officer
NYPD Paid Detail Unit
New York
04.2003 - 11.2019
- Provided uniformed security and loss prevention for major clients including TD Bank, Barnes & Noble, Macy’s, Lehman Brothers, Regal Cinemas, and Trader Joe’s (OIC assignments).
- Collaborated with private firms (MG/McCann and OIC) on surveillance across Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Staten Island.
Executive & Dignitary Protection Detail
NYPD Paid Detail Unit & Private Assignments
New York
01.1998 - 11.2019
- Delivered high-profile executive protection for celebrities including Sean Parker, Harvey Keitel, Robert De Niro, and Neil Diamond.
- Provided security for major media productions (NBC shows) and venues (Rockefeller Center).
- Ensured asset protection for corporate clients including Boston Properties and Brookfield Financial Properties.
Education
Associate Degree - Coursework Completed
College of Staten Island
Staten Island, NY01.1995
High School Diploma -
Tottenville High School
Staten Island, NY01.1991
Skills
- Executive and dignitary/VIP protection
- Private Investigation & Surveillance
- Narcotics Operations & Task Force Collaboration
- Supervisory Leadership & Team Management
- Counter-Terrorism & Threat Assessment
- Healthcare/Hospital Security
- Religious/Facility Event Security
- Loss Prevention & Asset Protection
- Firearms Proficiency
- Emergency Response & Crisis Management
- De-escalation & Conflict Resolution
- Public Safety Operations & Report Writing
Certification
- Incident Fire Command Watch Certification
- Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear/Hazardous Materials (CBRN/HazMat) Certification
- Counter-Terrorism / Facial Recognition Certification (Integrated Dignitary Protection Training)
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
- Chemical Ordnance, Biological and Radiological Awareness (COBRA)
- Firearms Qualifications (NYPD Class D, G, C; HR-218; Florida Concealed Carry Permit)
- Counter-Surveillance Training
- Excellence in Supervisory and Leadership Training
- NYC/NYS Penal Code, Behavioral Science, and Law Enforcement Procedures
- Persons in Distress and Suicidal Prevention Awareness Training
- NYPD Police Academy Graduate, 02/01/99
Accomplishments
Police Officer of the Month Award- April 2001
Timeline
Deputy Clerk
Collier County Government
11.2021 - Current
Security Officer & Private Investigator
Summit Security Services, Inc.
09.2020 - Current
Public Safety Sergeant
NCH Healthcare System (NCH Hospital)
03.2020 - 11.2021
Private Security / Paid Detail Officer
NYPD Paid Detail Unit
04.2003 - 11.2019
Police Officer (Retired November 30, 2019)
New York Police Department (NYPD)
07.1998 - 11.2019
Executive & Dignitary Protection Detail
NYPD Paid Detail Unit & Private Assignments
01.1998 - 11.2019
Associate Degree - Coursework Completed
College of Staten Island
High School Diploma -
Tottenville High School