Kevin Shepherd
Warren,MI
Summary
Highly dedicated and accomplished security professional with extensive experience in law enforcement, executive protection, and tactical operations. Over 30 years of expertise, including 19 years as a SWAT Team Leader and Operator. Proven ability to develop and implement security policies, procedures, and risk mitigation strategies. Strong leadership, communication, and training skills with a consistent record of success in managing critical security operations and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor, Tactical Response Team
General Motors Company
04.2022 - Current
- Supervise and provide direction to a team of over 10 members of GM Global Security Tactical Response Team.
- Ensure compliance with GM Global Security Manual and Standard Operating Procedures through audits and quality assurance.
- Oversee risk identification and mitigation efforts across assigned GM sites.
- Respond to high-threat incidents, including active shooter situations and terrorist threats, ensuring rapid containment and resolution.
- Provide executive protection for GM leadership, including the CEO.
Chief Executive Officer
Condor Tactical Solutions, LLC
02.2017 - Current
- Provide execution protection, security consulting, and training in firearms, survival tactics, and active shooter response.
- Conduct physical security assessments for corporate and private clients.
- Develop and implement customized security strategies for high-profile individuals and organizations.
Executive Protection Agent
Cycad Management
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Provided personal protection and security for a high-net-worth individual.
- Planned and coordinated daily security logistics, including estate security and surveillance.
- Monitored security systems to ensure proactive threat managment.
Sergeant
Detroit Police Department
09.2017 - 11.2018
- Led and trained elite tactical units, including Narcotics Raid Teams, Gang Intelligence and Vice Officers.
- Supervised 21 Officers on the US Marshal Task Force.
- Managed day-to-day operations, including risk assessment, personnel training, and emergency response planning.
Operations Sergeant/Team Leader
Detroit Police Department
10.2010 - 09.2017
- Planned and coordinated Tactical Operations, including High Risk Search Warrants, Barricaded Gunperson, Hostage Rescue, Dignitary Protection and Civil Disorders.
- Supervised over 20 Tactical Operators day to day operations, including assignments, tactical and firearm training.
- Available twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week for Critical Incident Response.
- Performed administrative duties as needed.
Commanding Officer
Detroit Police Department
05.2009 - 11.2010
- Provided personal protection for the Mayor of Detroit, his family and visiting dignitaries in this supervisory role, overseeing 25 officers in this detail.
- Coordinated scheduling and logistics with internal and external staff, including other law enforcement agencies.
- Tactical, Communication and Management skills were applied daily to ensure seamless operations.
- Investigation of any direct or indirect threats.
- Preplanning of event sites which included security arrangements, intelligence gathering and coordination with local, state and federal agencies.
- Coordination of National and Foreign Security arrangements and provided secure transportation and evasive driving skills for dignitary protection.
- Delivered an uncompromised application of tactical skills and training to ensure the safety and protection of the Office of the Mayor.
Training Coordinator/Team Leader/Tactical Operator
Detroit Police Department
11.1994 - 04.2009
- Coordinated training conducted by the SWAT Team
- Coordinated tactical and firearm training provided to Department members.
- Developed and approved additions to training curriculum, ensuring all officer training is up to date and in compliance with mandated levels.
- Responded to Barricaded Gunperson, Hostage Rescue and Critical Incidents.
- Served as Pointman during the execution of High Risk Search Warrants, Barricaded Gunperson and Hostage situations.
- Conducted street enforcement concentrating on high crime areas.
Sergeant
12th Special Forces Group (Airborne)
07.1988 - 07.1991
- Served as Assistant Operations Sergeant
Education
BBA - Diversity, Leadership And Public Safety
Cleary University
Howell, MI12.2024
Skills
- Security Operations Management
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation
- Incident Command & Crisis Response
- Compliance & Quality Assurance
- Policy & Procedure Development
- Firearms & Tactical Training
- Team Leadership & Supervision
- Intermediate & Advanced ICS for Operational First Responder
- Surveillance & Threat Detection
- Anti-Terrorism Instructor
- First Aid and CPR Certification
- Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC)
- SRT Policing Terrorist Course
- Hijacked Aircraft Takeover Course
- Threat Management & Emergency Response to Bus Hijackings
- Surveillance School
- Incident Command System
- Police Tactical Operations-CBRNE
- CPL Instructor
- Weapons of Mass Destruction Instructor
- Weapons of Mass Destruction Incident Command Course
- Raid Training Instructor
- SWAT Instructor
- Prevention & Response to Suicide Bombing Incidents Training Course
- Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) training
Timeline
Supervisor, Tactical Response Team
General Motors Company
04.2022 - Current
Executive Protection Agent
Cycad Management
01.2021 - 06.2021
Sergeant
Detroit Police Department
09.2017 - 11.2018
Chief Executive Officer
Condor Tactical Solutions, LLC
02.2017 - Current
Operations Sergeant/Team Leader
Detroit Police Department
10.2010 - 09.2017
Commanding Officer
Detroit Police Department
05.2009 - 11.2010
Training Coordinator/Team Leader/Tactical Operator
Detroit Police Department
11.1994 - 04.2009
Sergeant
12th Special Forces Group (Airborne)
07.1988 - 07.1991
BBA - Diversity, Leadership And Public Safety
Cleary University
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