Darrell Marmon
Nashville,TN
Summary
Experienced Executive Protection Agent with over 10 years of military special operations expertise. Proficient in close protection, threat assessment, tactical planning, and high-risk security operations worldwide. Proven track record of safeguarding high-value individuals with precision and adaptability, utilizing advanced combat skills and intelligence gathering. Dedicated training professional committed to delivering impactful learning experiences and promoting a culture of continuous improvement. Skilled in designing and implementing training programs that support organizational goals, collaborating effectively and adapting to changing business needs seamlessly. Strong in curriculum development and team leadership, recognized for reliability and flexibility in all endeavors.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Training and Executive Protection
Fidelis Academy and Protection Services
04.2024 - Current
- Develop and implemented comprehensive executive protection training programs for high-risk and high-net-worth individuals
- Directed all aspects of executive protection operations, including threat assessments, travel security, advance planning, and protective intelligence.
- Oversaw risk management strategies and created detailed security protocols for domestic and international assignments.
- Delivered executive-level briefings to stakeholders on security posture, risk trends,and mitigation strategies.
- Managed training budgets, vendor relationships, and resource allocation to optimize program efficiency and effectiveness.
Security Specialist
AT RISK
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Lead armed response during active assailant incidents, ensuring swift and effective action to safeguard client personnel and assets.
- Act as first responder, conducting initial investigations and triage, rapidly gathering critical intelligence to support ongoing incident management.
- Facilitate evacuation and shelter-in-place procedures during crises, ensuring the safety and security of all individuals on-site.
- Serve as a crucial liaison between clients and local law enforcement, and security personnel, fostering seamless communication and collaboration in high-stakes situations.
Lead Agent
DMS
01.2015 - 01.2023
- Provide close protection services to high net worth individuals across entertainment industries.
- Conduct multiple risk and vulnerability assessments using multiple electronic recording devices.
- Develops reports of threats to confidentiality and privacy as well as home physical threats.
- Coordinate with local state and federal officials.
Brigade Engineer
US ARMY
01.2000 - 01.2009
- Provided organic engineer military intelligence, signal planning and execution capabilities to the Brigade Unit.
- Advised maneuver command on how to best employ combat, general and geospatial engineering capabilities in support of decisive action operations.
- Conducted one on one interviews in Brigade operations area to understand individual background and Character in placement and preparation for Engineer operations.
- Researched and developed reports from individual and recorded sources to advise higher command of organic engineer opportunities in the Brigade operations area.
- Mentored and developed junior officers in the true and complete implementation of Brigade engineer capability.
- Army Commendation Medal for outstanding service during combat operations OIF '03-'04
- Bronze Star Medal for outstanding leadership during combat operations OIF '05-'06
- Army Commendation Medal with 'V' device for valorous actions in combat OIF '05-'06
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum and Instruction
American InterContinental University
Schaumburg, Illinois 09-2025
BBA - Business Administration and Management
American InterContinental University
01.2012
Associates of Arts - Business Administration
American InterContinental University
01.2011
Skills
- CPR /Bloodbourne Pathogens
- NRA Instructor
- Hazmat
- FEMA CERT - IS-700
- FEMA CERT - IS-800
- FEMA CERT - IS-200
- FEMA CERT - IS-100
- Leadership development
- Team management
Timeline
Director of Training and Executive Protection
Fidelis Academy and Protection Services
04.2024 - Current
Security Specialist
AT RISK
01.2023 - 03.2024
Lead Agent
DMS
01.2015 - 01.2023
Brigade Engineer
US ARMY
01.2000 - 01.2009
BBA - Business Administration and Management
American InterContinental University
Associates of Arts - Business Administration
American InterContinental University
Master of Arts - Curriculum and Instruction
American InterContinental University
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