Business Details
31 Years
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Emergency
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Trusted Private Security Services in Chicago, IL
Embassy Security Group has been a trusted leader in private security solutions since 1995. Our team comprises active and retired city, state, and federal law enforcement officers, bringing over 300 years of combined executive security experience to every client engagement. We specialize in providing comprehensive security services tailored to the unique needs of television and film production, executive protection, corporate security training, and event security. Our proprietary equipment is owned and maintained in-house, ensuring reliability and operational excellence. Licensed in Illinois, Florida, New York, and other states, we maintain rigorous compliance with all regulatory standards while serving clients nationwide.Our executive staff includes former senior law enforcement officials who apply their deep industry knowledge to develop innovative security strategies. We distinguish ourselves through veteran ownership, specialized expertise in active threat response, and a commitment to deploying cutting-edge technology like portable surveillance towers and virtual security analytics. With hundreds of satisfied clients ranging from entertainment productions to corporate entities, we combine professional affiliations with real-world experience to deliver security solutions that prioritize client safety and operational continuity.
Services
TV & Film Production Security
Executive Protection
Security Planning
Crowd Control Equipment
Corporate Security Training
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- Veteran-owned and operated security firm
- 300+ years combined executive security experience
- Staffed by active and retired law enforcement officers
- Licensed and insured in multiple states
- Proprietary equipment ownership and maintenance
Associations and certifications
- Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
- Illinois State Board of Elections
- United States System for Awards Management (SAM)
- Illinois Department of Human Rights
What people say
Professional and attentive staff
Trustworthy and proactive
Above and beyond duty
Exceptional consistency
Dedicated service
Services
TV & Film Production Security
Our specialized security team coordinates with production crews to ensure safety on television and film sets. We develop emergency evacuation plans, manage fan interactions, and provide real-time route adjustments based on crime conditions. Our services include background actor screening and compliance with network safety policies while maintaining seamless production operations.
Executive Protection
We provide comprehensive protection for high-profile individuals through multi-stage threat assessment and countermeasures. Our trained agents implement protective intelligence, vulnerability assessments, and tactical emergency response protocols. Services include advance team deployments, after-action debriefings, and both overt and covert protection packages tailored to client risk profiles.
Security Planning
Our security planning follows ASIS, DOD, and DHS standards to create comprehensive protection frameworks. We conduct physical security audits, compliance reviews, and continuity planning using proprietary software analysis. Services include policy development, facility design evaluation, and implementation of 29 industry-specific security standards tailored to client operations.
Crowd Control Equipment
We provide complete crowd management solutions including walk-through metal detectors, mobile command centers, and temporary fencing. Our Garrett PD 6500i metal detectors offer advanced threat detection with 33 pinpoint zones. Services include equipment rental, personnel deployment, and integrated surveillance for special events and high-traffic venues.
Corporate Security Training
Our active shooter and workplace violence prevention programs are customized for different business environments. We offer four-step training that includes policy review, HR response protocols, employee awareness sessions, and response readiness drills. Training incorporates scenario-based learning for hospitality, education, and corporate sectors.
Questions
What security services do you offer?
We provide TV/film security, executive protection, security planning, crowd control, corporate training, and portable surveillance solutions.
Are your security personnel certified?
All staff are certified by relevant state agencies as sworn law enforcement officers or exceed minimum security requirements.
Do you operate outside Chicago?
We serve clients nationwide with offices in Illinois, New York, California, and Florida.
How do you handle emergency situations?
Our protocols include real-time threat assessment, immediate response teams, and post-incident debriefing procedures.
Can you customize security plans for specific industries?
Yes, we tailor security programs to meet the unique requirements of entertainment, corporate, and event sectors.
What makes your company different?
Our veteran ownership, 300+ years of law enforcement experience, and proprietary equipment ownership set us apart.
