Business Details
38 Years
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Emergency
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Global Security Solutions for Corporations & Individuals
Silverseal has been a global leader in security solutions since 1988, founded on principles of integrity and innovation. Our team includes former NYPD chiefs, high-ranking military officers, and law enforcement experts with decades of experience in risk mitigation, investigations, and protective services. We specialize in tailored security strategies for Fortune 500 companies, high-net-worth individuals, and government agencies, combining advanced technology with human expertise. With offices in New York, London, and major U.S. cities, we provide 24/7 support for corporate security, event protection, executive close protection, and crisis management.Our commitment to ethical decision-making and cutting-edge solutions ensures clients receive unparalleled protection against evolving threats, from cyber risks to physical security breaches. We maintain partnerships with global advisory firms like StoneTurn to advance police reform initiatives while delivering customized security programs for diverse industries, including healthcare, finance, and hospitality. Our mission remains steadfast: to create the safest environments possible through professionalism, teamwork, and technological excellence.
Services
Physical Security
Corporate Security
Event Security
Executive Protection
Investigative Services
Security Technology
Risk Assessment
Surveillance Solutions
Crisis Management
Pandemic Response
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- Decades of experience: Security leaders since 1988 with former NYPD chiefs and military experts
- 24/7 senior management availability for critical security needs
- Global reach with local expertise across six continents
- Custom solutions for Fortune 500 companies and high-net-worth individuals
- Integrated technology with human intelligence for comprehensive protection
Services
Executive Protection
Silverseal's Executive Protection services safeguard high-profile individuals through personalized security strategies. Our team of former law enforcement and military specialists conducts comprehensive risk assessments, threat identification, and mitigation planning. Services include advance security surveys, secure transportation protocols, and 24/7 close protection in high-risk environments across 150+ countries. We integrate cutting-edge technology with human intelligence to ensure client safety during travel, public appearances, and daily activities.
Corporate Security
Our Corporate Security division provides tailored protection for businesses through physical security measures, risk assessments, and technology integration. Services include facility security audits, access control systems, CCTV monitoring, and threat response planning. We serve Fortune 500 companies and SMEs across multiple sectors, combining on-site security personnel with centralized command center support to prevent workplace violence, theft, and cyber-physical threats in over 30 countries.
Investigative Services
Silverseal's investigative division offers global due diligence, asset searches, and fraud investigations. Our licensed investigators specialize in financial crime, corporate espionage, and executive background checks. Using advanced surveillance technology and forensic accounting, we deliver actionable intelligence for legal proceedings and business decisions. Services include witness location, counterfeiting exposure analysis, and workers' compensation fraud investigations across commercial and private sectors.
Event Security
We provide comprehensive security for high-profile events including threat assessment, crowd control, and emergency response planning. Our services cover access management, bag checks, surveillance operations, and crisis mitigation for concerts, political summits, and corporate functions. With experience securing over 500 annual events globally, we deploy trained personnel and mobile command centers to ensure safety while maintaining guest experience.
Security Technology
Silverseal Integrated Systems designs and implements advanced security technology including access control, intrusion detection, and thermal screening systems. Our solutions feature DMR radio networks, CCTV integration, and pandemic response technologies like fever screening. We provide full lifecycle support from system design to maintenance, ensuring seamless operation of security infrastructure for commercial, residential, and government clients worldwide.
People
John Silverman
Chairman and Founder
Founded Silverseal in 1988 after establishing Silverman Associates. Directs strategic vision with emphasis on trust, professionalism, and innovation in global security operations.
Patrick Timlin
CEO
Former NYPD Deputy Commissioner leads company growth. Specializes in threat prevention with expertise in corporate security programs and complex investigations spanning three decades.
John Bambury
COO
23-year NYPD veteran and former JFK Airport security director. Oversees operational strategy with legal expertise from Homeland Security leadership roles.
John J. Kelly
Director of Investigations
Retired NYPD detective with specialized narcotics and firearms investigation experience. Recipient of OCCB Outstanding Achievement Award and Combat Cross for field heroism.
Raymond Bennett
General Manager
Security operations leader with military background. Manages multi-use property security including entertainment venues and commercial real estate portfolios.
Questions
Why outsource security instead of hiring directly?
Outsourcing provides access to trained professionals with included management oversight, equipment, and liability coverage that direct hiring lacks.
What defines corporate security?
Corporate security combines physical protection, technology, and risk management to safeguard businesses from threats to personnel, assets, and information.
What factors affect security guard costs?
Pricing varies by location, experience level, whether armed, and specialized skills required for specific security tasks.
Who needs executive protection?
High-profile individuals including executives, politicians, celebrities, and those facing specific threats require personalized security solutions.
How to secure special events?
Effective event security requires threat assessment, access control, crowd management, and emergency response planning tailored to event specifics.
What security technology do you offer?
We provide access control systems, CCTV networks, intrusion detection, thermal screening, and integrated security management platforms.
