Vincent Bello
Wantagh ,NY
Summary
Results-driven 31 year law enforcement
professional with experience in security
operations and executive protection.
Proven ability to assess threats, manage
high-risk situations, and ensure the
safety of individuals and assets in
dynamic environments. Skilled in
surveillance, risk mitigation, conflict
resolution, and emergency response,
with a strong foundation in public safety
and protective services. A team player
who demonstrates exceptional
situational awareness, discretion, and
professionalism who is committed to
upholding the highest standards of
integrity, safety, and service.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Protection Agent
TAK Protective Services
Westhampton Beach, NY
08.2025 - Current
- Conducted threat assessments to identify potential risks during client events.
- Coordinated logistics and travel arrangements for high-profile clients and their entourages.
- Implemented security protocols to ensure client safety in various environments.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to enhance protection strategies for clients.
Head of Security
Grace Christian Academy, Long Island
Merrick, NY
09.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented security protocols to ensure safe environment for students and staff.
- Oversaw daily security operations, maintaining incident reports and monitoring surveillance systems.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement to enhance safety measures during school events.
Police Officer
Nassau County Police Department
Nassau, NY
08.1993 - 08.2020
- Enforced laws and regulations to ensure community safety and security.
- Conducted thorough investigations of crimes, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
- Responded swiftly to emergency calls, assessing situations and providing necessary assistance.
- Collaborated with local agencies to enhance public safety initiatives and crime prevention strategies.
Police Officer
New York City Transit Police Department
New York, NY
07.1989 - 08.1993
- Worked in Tactical Patrol Force in NYC Subway System
- Plain Clothes Assignment
Education
Criminal Justice
SUNY, Farmingdale
Farmingdale, NYHigh School Diploma -
Plainedge High School
N. Massapequa, NYSkills
- Nassau County Police Firearms Instructor
- Patrol Rifle Instructor
- Emergency Vehicle Operation Course Instructor
- Department Of Homeland Security- FEMA ICS 100-400
- Conducted Energy Device Instructor
- Aerosol Subject Restraint Instructor
- Police Field Training Officer
- Instructor Development Course
- Approved Special Topics Instructor
- Domestic Violence Instructor
- NYS Certified General Topics Instructor
-Nassau County Police Academy Instructor
- Instructor Development Evaluator
- Police Use Of Force Instructor
- Recruit Class Officer(Lead and Instructed 14 Recruit Classes)
- 175 Years Uniformed Patrol Experience
- DWI Detection And Standard Field Sobriety Testing Instructor
- Advanced Officer Safety and Street Encounters Course
- Auto Crimes Awareness Course
- MCTFT Conspiracy Investigations Course
- MAGLOCLEN Communication Analysis - The Art Of Detecting Deception Course
- MCTFT Interviews And Body Language Techniques
- FEMA
- Ethical Awareness Moderator
-MCTFT Undercover Operations Course
- NY/NJ HIDTA 22 Rules for Undercover Safety and Success
- Certified NYS First Responder
- Emergency Medical Technician (former/Expired
- Black Belt (Karate/Jiu- Jitsu)
Certification
- NYS Armed Guard License
- LEOSA (HR-218)
- NYS Full Carry Pistol Permit
- NYS Police Firearms Instructor
- NYS Emergency Vehicle Operations Instructor
- Advanced Officer Safety And Street Encounters Course
- NYS Domestic Violence Instructor
- DWI Detection and SFST Instructor
Timeline
Executive Protection Agent
TAK Protective Services
08.2025 - Current
Head of Security
Grace Christian Academy, Long Island
09.2023 - Current
Police Officer
Nassau County Police Department
08.1993 - 08.2020
Police Officer
New York City Transit Police Department
07.1989 - 08.1993
Criminal Justice
SUNY, Farmingdale
High School Diploma -
Plainedge High School