Corporate Executives
Close protection for CEOs, C-suite executives, and corporate leadership during business travel, public events, and daily activities.
California Licensed & Insured
Executive Protection in California
ShieldWise Security provides professional executive protection and bodyguard services throughout California for corporate executives, high-net-worth individuals, celebrities, public figures, and VIPs requiring personal security. Our BSIS-licensed close protection officers offer discreet armed and unarmed protection, threat assessment, advance security planning, residential security, travel security, and event protection, serving high-profile clients in Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, and worldwide with military and law enforcement-trained specialists.
BSIS Licensed & Insured
24/7 Dispatch & Rapid Response
Trained, Vetted, Professional Guards
Overview
ShieldWise Security delivers California's most professional executive protection and close protection services, providing discreet, highly-trained bodyguards and security specialists for corporate executives, high-net-worth individuals, celebrities, entertainers, athletes, politicians, and public figures requiring personal security. With extensive experience protecting C-suite executives, Fortune 500 leadership, entertainment industry clients, and international dignitaries, we provide comprehensive protection that balances security effectiveness with discretion and professionalism.<br><br>Our executive protection officers are elite security professionals with backgrounds in military special operations, law enforcement tactical units, federal protective services, and international security operations. Each close protection specialist undergoes rigorous training in threat assessment and analysis, defensive driving and tactical vehicle operations, close quarters protection techniques, emergency medical response (EMT/tactical medic), firearms proficiency and tactical shooting, advance security planning and route analysis, counter-surveillance and counter-assault tactics, and executive protection protocols. Our teams operate with the highest levels of professionalism, discretion, and situational awareness.<br><br>Whether you need full-time residential security, business travel protection, event security for public appearances, temporary protection during elevated threats, or comprehensive 24/7 security details, ShieldWise Security provides customized executive protection solutions throughout Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, San Francisco, and internationally. Our command center provides 24/7 coordination, intelligence monitoring, and rapid response for any security situation.
Common Use Cases
When you need executive protection in California
Celebrities & Entertainers
Discreet protection for actors, musicians, athletes, and entertainment industry figures during events, appearances, and personal time.
High-Net-Worth Individuals
Comprehensive security for wealthy individuals and families requiring residential, travel, and lifestyle protection.
Politicians & Dignitaries
Security details for elected officials, political candidates, government officials, and visiting dignitaries.
Travel Security
Protection during domestic and international travel including airport security, ground transportation, and hotel security.
Residential Security
Armed security for private residences, estates, and family protection with 24/7 coverage.
Licensing, Vetting & Training
All ShieldWise executive protection officers hold valid California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) Guard Cards and Exposed Firearms Permits, with additional specialized certifications in executive protection operations. Our close protection specialists undergo the most rigorous background investigations including federal-level clearances, financial history verification, psychological evaluations, and extensive reference checks. Each officer has military special operations backgrounds (Navy SEALs, Army Rangers, Marine Force Recon), federal law enforcement experience (Secret Service, FBI, ATF, US Marshals), or international protective operations experience. Training includes executive protection academy certification, tactical firearms and defensive tactics, emergency driving and vehicle operations, medical trauma response (EMT/tactical medic), threat assessment and intelligence analysis, and counter-surveillance operations. We maintain comprehensive liability insurance exceeding $5 million, provide armored vehicle options, and ensure complete confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements for all assignments.
BSIS Licensed
Fully Insured & Bonded
Background Checked
Professionally Trained
Flexible Engagement Options
Single Agent Details
One executive protection officer starting at $85-$125/hour
- BSIS-licensed armed protection
- Low-profile or uniformed presence
- Perfect for business travel or events
- Flexible scheduling
Multi-Agent Security Teams
Two or more agents for comprehensive protection
- Lead agent and support team
- Advance security and route planning
- Vehicle and perimeter security
- Event and travel coordination
Full-Service Security Programs
24/7 comprehensive protection with intelligence support
- Dedicated protection team
- Residential and travel security
- Threat intelligence monitoring
- Command center coordination
Statewide Coverage Across California
ShieldWise Security provides executive protection throughout California with rapid deployment and local expertise in major metropolitan areas and cities statewide.
Los Angeles
Orange County
San Diego
San Jose
San Francisco
Sacramento
Fresno
Long Beach
Oakland
Bakersfield
Anaheim
Santa Ana
Riverside
Irvine
Beverly Hills
Newport Beach
Don't see your city? We serve clients throughout California. Contact us for coverage in your area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Executive protection services in California typically range from $85-$200+ per hour per agent, depending on the agent's experience level, whether services are armed or unarmed, number of agents required, and assignment complexity. Single agent details start at $85-$125/hour. Multi-agent teams and 24/7 security programs are quoted based on specific requirements. Most executive protection clients budget $15,000-$50,000+ monthly for comprehensive protection.
Executive protection (close protection) is a comprehensive security discipline involving threat assessment, advance planning, intelligence gathering, route analysis, and coordinated security operations by highly-trained specialists. "Bodyguards" typically refers to individual security personnel. Professional executive protection includes strategic planning, risk mitigation, and proactive threat prevention, not just physical presence.
Yes, most executive protection officers carry firearms and hold California BSIS Exposed Firearms Permits. Armed protection is standard for high-profile clients, elevated threat environments, and situations requiring immediate response capability. We also provide unarmed close protection for lower-risk situations or locations where firearms are prohibited. All protective operations are customized to client needs and risk levels.
Our executive protection officers have military special operations backgrounds (SEALs, Rangers, Force Recon), federal law enforcement experience (Secret Service, FBI, US Marshals), or international protective operations credentials. All hold BSIS licenses, firearms permits, executive protection certifications, emergency medical training (EMT/tactical medic), defensive driving qualifications, and complete ongoing tactical training. Average experience exceeds 10 years in protective operations.
Yes, ShieldWise Security provides comprehensive travel security for domestic and international travel including advance security planning and route analysis, airport security and ground transportation, hotel security assessments and room sweeps, meeting and event security, emergency medical support, and 24/7 protective coverage. Our agents are experienced in international operations and hold valid passports for overseas assignments.
Our executive protection officers are trained in low-profile, discreet protection methods that provide comprehensive security without drawing attention. Agents dress appropriately for environments (business attire for corporate settings, casual for personal time), maintain professional distance while ensuring protection, use covert communication systems, and operate with situational awareness that doesn't disrupt client activities. Discretion and professionalism are core competencies.
Yes, we provide comprehensive residential security for executives, high-net-worth individuals, and families including armed security officers at residences and estates, perimeter security and access control, family protection and secure transportation, threat monitoring and intelligence analysis, and emergency response protocols. Residential security can be combined with executive protection for complete coverage.
ShieldWise Security can deploy executive protection officers within 2-4 hours for emergency situations in Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego areas. For planned assignments requiring advance security assessments and team coordination, we recommend 24-48 hours notice. International assignments typically require 3-5 days for planning, logistics, and agent positioning.
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