Peterson Security · Executive Protection Division

Discreet. Decisive. Protection Without Compromise.

Peterson Security delivers elite executive protection services for high-profile individuals, corporate leaders, and their families throughout Southern California and beyond. We combine investigative expertise with tactical precision to keep you safe — without disrupting your life.

20+

Years of Experience

CA

Licensed & Insured

24/7

Availability

Threat Landscape

The Risks Facing Today's Leaders Are Real — and Evolving

Whether you face targeted threats, public exposure, or simply require peace of mind during travel, Peterson Security is built to anticipate and neutralize risk before it materializes.

Physical Threats

Assault, stalking, harassment, kidnapping, and targeted violence against executives, public figures, and their families require trained close protection professionals who operate with discretion and speed.

Cyber & Privacy Risks

Location tracking, doxxing, social media threats, and data breaches can compromise your physical safety. We integrate digital threat monitoring into every protection plan.

Workplace & Event Exposure

Public appearances, shareholder meetings, corporate events, and media engagements create predictable patterns that adversaries can exploit. We manage crowd interaction and secure every venue in advance.

Travel Vulnerabilities

Domestic and international travel introduces route exposure, unfamiliar environments, and logistical gaps. We provide secure transportation, advance reconnaissance, and journey management from departure to arrival.

Our Capabilities

Executive Protection Services Built Around Your Life

Every engagement is customized. We design protection programs that match the threat profile, lifestyle, and preferences of each client — never a one-size-fits-all approach.

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Close Protection

Our protection agents are hand-selected from law enforcement and military backgrounds, rigorously vetted, and trained in situational awareness, conflict de-escalation, defensive tactics, and emergency medical response. They integrate seamlessly into your daily routine — providing world-class security while maintaining the discretion your lifestyle demands. Armed or unarmed details are available based on your needs and California licensing requirements.

Armed / Unarmed

Covert Options

24/7 Coverage

Concierge-Level Service

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Residential Security

Your home should be your safest space. We conduct comprehensive security assessments of your residence, identify vulnerabilities, and deploy protective measures — from on-site security personnel and access control protocols to coordination with alarm and surveillance systems. We also provide residential security details for high-threat periods or ongoing protection needs.

Property Assessment

Access Control

Stationed Personnel

Family Protection

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Secure Transportation & Travel Management

We manage every aspect of your movement — from secure ground transportation and route planning to advance work and real-time intelligence during travel. Whether you are attending a business meeting in downtown Los Angeles or traveling internationally, our team conducts thorough reconnaissance, identifies safe havens, and maintains contingency plans to keep you protected in transit.

Route Planning

Advance Reconnaissance

Secure Vehicles

Domestic & International

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Threat Assessment & Protective Intelligence

Prevention is the foundation of effective protection. Peterson Security conducts in-depth threat assessments that evaluate your exposure profile, identify potential adversaries, and map out vulnerabilities across your personal and professional life. We monitor online threats, analyze communications, and provide actionable intelligence so your protection team stays ahead of emerging risks.

Risk Profiling

Online Monitoring

Threat Analysis

Intelligence Reports

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Event Security & Public Appearance Protection

Corporate events, fundraisers, media appearances, and public engagements require coordinated security planning. We work with your team and venue operators to secure the environment, manage crowd interactions, establish entry and exit protocols, and position close protection agents to respond instantly to any incident. Our event security plans are customized to the scale, location, and risk level of every engagement.

Venue Assessment

Crowd Management

Entry / Exit Protocols

VIP Escort

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Background Investigations & Personnel Vetting

Before you hire household staff, personal assistants, business partners, or contractors with access to your home or family, let Peterson Security conduct thorough background investigations. Leveraging our decades of private investigation experience, we deliver comprehensive reports covering criminal records, financial history, employment verification, and behavioral red flags — giving you the information you need to make informed decisions.

Criminal Records

Employment Verification

Financial Checks

Staff Vetting

Who We Serve

Protection for Those Who Need It Most

Our clients include individuals and organizations where security is not optional — it is a business and personal necessity.

Corporate Executives & CEOs

C-suite leaders carry strategic knowledge and represent high-value targets. We protect their safety during daily operations, travel, and public-facing engagements.

High-Net-Worth Individuals & Families

Wealth attracts attention — and risk. We provide protection for individuals and their families, covering everything from daily security to estate protection.

Workplace & Event Exposure

Public appearances, shareholder meetings, corporate events, and media engagements create predictable patterns that adversaries can exploit. We manage crowd interaction and secure every venue in advance.

Attorneys & Legal Professionals

High-profile litigation, criminal defense, and family law cases can expose attorneys to threats from opposing parties. We provide protection during trials and sensitive proceedings.

Healthcare & Pharma Executives

Leaders in healthcare and pharmaceutical industries face targeted activism and threats. We ensure their safety at conferences, corporate offices, and in transit.

Individuals Facing Specific Threats

Domestic violence situations, stalking cases, custody disputes, and whistleblower circumstances all warrant professional protection. We take every threat seriously.

Why Peterson Security

What Sets Us Apart

Peterson Security combines the investigative depth of a licensed private investigation firm with the tactical capability of a professional protection agency — a combination few firms in Southern California can match.

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Investigation-Driven Protection

Our roots in private investigation give us a unique advantage. We do not simply post agents — we research threats, analyze patterns, and build intelligence-based protection plans.

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California Licensed & Insured

Peterson Security holds both a Private Investigator license (CA PI 188049) and a Private Patrol Operator license (CA PPO 120087), ensuring full legal compliance for all protection activities.

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Discreet & Adaptive

We tailor our approach to each client. Whether you need a visible, uniformed security presence or a completely covert detail, we adapt our methods, attire, and operational profile to your preferences.

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Local Expertise, Broad Reach

Based in Orange, California, we know Southern California inside and out. Our network extends across the state and nationwide, allowing us to coordinate protection wherever your needs take you.

Our Process

How We Work

Every engagement begins with a confidential conversation and ends with a protection plan built around your exact needs.

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Confidential Consultation

We start with a private conversation to understand your situation, concerns, threat history, and daily routines.

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Threat & Risk Assessment

Our team conducts a comprehensive evaluation of your risk profile — covering personal, professional, digital, and environmental vulnerabilities.

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Custom Protection Plan

We develop a tailored security plan detailing agent deployment, secure transportation, residential protocols, and contingency responses.

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Deployment & Ongoing Support

Trained agents are deployed and your protection plan is continuously monitored, refined, and updated as your needs and threat landscape evolve.

Frequently Asked Questions

Executive Protection FAQ

Executive protection is a specialized security service designed to safeguard individuals who face elevated risks due to their profession, public profile, wealth, or personal circumstances. Unlike standard security guard services, executive protection involves advance planning, threat assessment, secure transportation, close protection agents, and intelligence-driven strategies — all tailored to the client’s daily life and specific risk factors.

Executive protection is appropriate for corporate executives, high-net-worth individuals, celebrities, attorneys involved in high-profile cases, individuals facing stalking or domestic threats, and anyone whose personal safety requires professional management. You do not need to be famous to need protection — specific, credible threats or high-risk circumstances are often enough to warrant these services.

We offer both armed and unarmed protection options. All armed agents are properly licensed under California law, carry their firearms in compliance with all state and local regulations, and undergo regular training and qualification. The decision to deploy armed versus unarmed agents is made in collaboration with you based on the threat assessment, your preferences, and the environments in which protection will be provided.

The term “bodyguard” implies reactive, physical-only security. Professional executive protection is far more comprehensive. It includes proactive threat assessment, advance reconnaissance of locations and routes, secure logistics planning, intelligence gathering, coordination with law enforcement when necessary, and trained agents who can de-escalate situations before they become physical. Executive protection is a system — not just a person standing beside you.

Our agents are recruited from law enforcement and military backgrounds. They are trained in situational awareness, defensive tactics, emergency medical response, evasive and tactical driving, conflict de-escalation, and client communication. Every agent is licensed through the California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) and undergoes continuous professional development.

Yes. While Peterson Security is based in Orange County, California, we have the network and operational capability to coordinate executive protection services across the United States. For out-of-state or international engagements, we work with vetted partner agencies and licensed professionals who meet our standards, ensuring seamless protection wherever you travel.

Every protection engagement is unique, and pricing reflects the scope of services required — including the number of agents, hours of coverage, travel logistics, threat level, and duration of the assignment. We provide transparent, detailed proposals after the initial consultation and threat assessment. Contact us directly for a confidential discussion about your needs and budget.

Not at all. Our agents are trained to integrate into your routine with minimal disruption. We customize the level of visibility — from plainclothes agents who blend into your environment to uniformed details when a visible deterrent is preferred. The goal is always to enhance your safety and peace of mind without interfering with your personal or professional life.

Yes. Peterson Security operates under California Private Patrol Operator license CA PPO 120087 and California Private Investigator license CA PI 188049. We are fully licensed, bonded, and insured to provide both security and investigative services throughout the state of California.

For urgent situations, we can deploy trained agents within hours. For standard engagements, we typically conduct the threat assessment and build a protection plan within a few business days before deployment. If you are facing an immediate threat, call us directly at (714) 406-3506 and we will prioritize your case.

Get Started

Your Safety Starts With a Conversation

Contact Peterson Security today for a free, confidential consultation.
Let us design a protection plan built around your life.

Office

1439 W Chapman Ave, Orange, CA 92868

Hours

Mon – Fri, 8AM – 5PM