What are some notable security OCONUS contractors other than Triple Canopy and G4S?

Sgt Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 29 Oct 2020 00:32:52 -0400

I get out of the Marine Corps next year. I’ll be just shy of 8 total years in the military. What are some notable security contracting organizations with OCONUS jobs and what are some secondary schools that will help me achieve higher and more interesting contracts rather than static security?

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 29 at 2020 12:44 AM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 29 Oct 2020 00:44:40 -0400

That gravy train has left the station. If you are trying to get into security contracting you better bring some qualifications with you. Usually SF, Ranger, or Law enforcement are desired. I looked at one company when I was in the National Guard. It was training Saudi Ranger School but it wasn't worth it. I would recommend trying to find something more stable but if you want to go contractor there are some forums that share knowledge on this.

Response by GySgt Gary Cordeiro made Oct 29 at 2020 12:49 AM

GySgt Gary Cordeiro — Thu, 29 Oct 2020 00:49:01 -0400

I would recommend that you obtain a franchise security company such as Signal 88. They are veteran friendly.

Response by MAJ Javier Rivera made Oct 29 at 2020 7:33 AM

MAJ Javier Rivera — Thu, 29 Oct 2020 07:33:22 -0400

Why not re-up? Based on your question you’re trying to stay an “action guy”.

Response by SGM Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 29 at 2020 8:40 AM

SGM Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 29 Oct 2020 08:40:17 -0400

WIthout SF or MARSOC experience, your opportunities would be limited to static security. And these days, that doesn't pay much more OCONUS than it does for the G4S guy standing outside the bank in your home town.

Response by SSgt Christophe Murphy made Oct 29 at 2020 9:02 AM

SSgt Christophe Murphy — Thu, 29 Oct 2020 09:02:54 -0400

From looking at your profile it seems you have previous experience as a Contractor so that helps. Outside of advanced military courses/MOS's that you won't be able to achieve before you EAS the biggest feather you can put in your cap would be an EMT certification. That would make you way more attractive because everyone needs a medic or two on their team. Another route to look would be Cleared American Guard positions. The only catch there is that they generally go after Vets with TS clearances. But it's worth checking out.

Response by CWO3 Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 29 at 2020 10:24 AM

CWO3 Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 29 Oct 2020 10:24:51 -0400

Try Academi.

Response by SP5 Ann Parris made Oct 29 at 2020 4:20 PM

SP5 Ann Parris — Thu, 29 Oct 2020 16:20:18 -0400

Aegis was our security contractor when I was in Iraq. I believe they are a British firm, but lots of Americans worked for them.

Response by SMSgt Lawrence McCarter made Oct 30 at 2020 2:58 AM

SMSgt Lawrence McCarter — Fri, 30 Oct 2020 02:58:14 -0400

I had worked an Armed Federal Contract for Pinkerton Government Services which operates in over 100 countries. There are involved in many Government contracts including technical areas such a cyber security, physical security to name a couple Pinkerton was founded in 1850. This photo is Me and another Pinkerton Officer Nicholas Clair who had been a Coast Guard Rescue swimmer back when We worked with PGS and were armed with an M9, Beretta 9 mm semi auto, OC spray, baton . the contract We worked though We had many former Police Officers, State Troopers, Military Veterans including even Army Special Forces.