Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Affiliations
Timeline
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Sean Joseph Leary

Sean Joseph Leary

Police Sergeant
Perry Hall,MD

Summary

Accomplished security and risk management leader with 30 years of experience in law enforcement, homeland security, and critical infrastructure protection. Expertise in designing and leading enterprise-level security programs, managing crisis response, and building effective cross-functional teams. Proficient in integrating physical and cyber risk strategies while leveraging intelligence for proactive threat mitigation and fostering partnerships across government, corporate, and nonprofit sectors. Recognized for integrity and leadership in safeguarding people, assets, and reputations within complex environments. Serves on the U.S. Department of Justice Anti-Terrorism Advisory Council and the Executive Board of Directors for the Global Shield Network to enhance public-private partnerships in counter-terrorism efforts.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications

Work History

INFO Center Supervisor

Baltimore County Police Department
01.2024 - Current
  • Lead intelligence and operations hub, overseeing information-sharing and risk analysis for countywide operations utilizing the following platforms: ExacqVision, Fusus, Axon body worn cameras and automated license plate readers.
  • Partner with government and private sector stakeholders to enhance situational awareness and threat response.
  • Project Manager for the Baltimore County Drone as First Responder (DFR) Program, overseeing program design, implementation, and adoption across the department. Responsible for integrating UAS technology into emergency response operations, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations, and coordinating with community stakeholders to enhance transparency and trust.
  • Supervise Task Force Officers assigned to the FBI Cybersecurity Task Force, ensuring seamless coordination between local law enforcement and federal cyber operations, while advancing joint investigations and intelligence-sharing initiatives.

Homeland Security Team Supervisor

Baltimore County Police Department
01.2021 - 01.2024
  • Directed multi-agency homeland security initiatives, including counterterrorism, cyber risk, and infrastructure protection.
  • Coordinated with federal partners (FBI, DHS) and private sector entities to mitigate emerging threats.
  • Delivered active assailant preparedness training to civilian organizations, schools, houses of worship and community groups, strengthening workplace safety and resilience.
  • Supervised Task Force Officers assigned to the Joint Terrorism Task Force and National Security Task Force.

Investigations & Tactical Leadership

Baltimore County Police Department
01.2015 - 01.2021
  • Supervised high-risk warrant apprehensions, robbery investigations, and evidence management operations.
  • Implemented process improvements that strengthened compliance and operational efficiency.

Patrol & Special Response

Baltimore County Police Department
01.2006 - 01.2015
  • Led tactical operations as part of the Special Response Team (SRT).
  • Promoted to Corporal in 2014; supervised patrol operations and community engagement initiatives.

Annapolis City Police Department
01.2001 - 01.2006
  • Narcotics Enforcement, SWAT, and Patrol Division.

Department of Defense Federal Police
01.1999 - 01.2001
  • Federal installation security and patrol operations.

U.S. Army – Military Police
01.1994 - 01.2001
  • Active Duty and Reserve service, specializing in law enforcement and security operations.

Education

B.A. - Christian Studies

Trinity Bible College
01.2010

A.A. - Criminal Justice

Community College of Baltimore County
01.1999

Skills

Corporate Security & Risk Management

Certification

Active Assailant Instructor – Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events (CRASE)

Affiliations

  • Executive Board of Directors, Global Shield Network – advancing public-private partnerships in counterterrorism
  • U.S. Department of Justice Anti-Terrorism Advisory Council – interagency collaboration on national security threats
  • Critical Infrastructure Intelligence Subcommittee, Maryland Coordination and Analysis Center
  • Counter-Terrorism Threat Working Group, Maryland Air National Guard
  • Awards Review Board & Cadet Mentorship Program, Baltimore County Police Department
  • Incident Management Team, Baltimore County Office of Emergency Management

Timeline

INFO Center Supervisor

Baltimore County Police Department
01.2024 - Current

Homeland Security Team Supervisor

Baltimore County Police Department
01.2021 - 01.2024

Investigations & Tactical Leadership

Baltimore County Police Department
01.2015 - 01.2021

Patrol & Special Response

Baltimore County Police Department
01.2006 - 01.2015

Annapolis City Police Department
01.2001 - 01.2006

Department of Defense Federal Police
01.1999 - 01.2001

U.S. Army – Military Police
01.1994 - 01.2001

A.A. - Criminal Justice

Community College of Baltimore County

B.A. - Christian Studies

Trinity Bible College
Sean Joseph LearyPolice Sergeant