Protos Security
Tech-enabled security management and off-duty police services provider.
Company facts
- Founded
- 2006
- Employees
- 572
- Headquarters
- United States
- CEO
- Mark Hjelle
- Type
- Private
- Funding
- Private Equity · 2019
- Subsidiaries
- Off-Duty Services, Mulligan Security, Security Resources, ControlByNet, Blue Star Security, Squad Security, MG Security
About
Protos Security delivers modern, technology-enabled security solutions with measurable impact across North America. With a 97% client retention rate and partnerships with numerous Fortune 500 companies, Protos has established itself as a premier provider of nationwide security services. The company leverages a network of 2,800 active security vendors and operates the largest off-duty law enforcement network with over 40,000 officers, providing unmatched coverage across the United States and Canada. Founded in 2006, Protos has grown to operate 12 office locations and three security operations centers in Virginia, Texas, and Georgia. Their proprietary Dynamic Security Management Platform puts improved staffing, vetting, training, visibility, accountability, and flexibility at clients' fingertips. The company offers four comprehensive service lines - guarding, off-duty, specialized, and remote services - all backed by real-time billing and custom reporting for complete transparency. Protos' vendor-managed model and innovative technology have transformed traditional security approaches, delivering scalable protection that dynamically adapts to clients' needs when, where, and how it matters most.