Robert Depriest
Corporate Security Director & 20-year FBI Special Agent | Executive Protection, Critical Incident Response, Workplace Violence Prevention & Mitigation, Access Control, Risk/Threat Assessment, Program/Project Management
- Role
- Director of Physical Security at Ransom Everglades School
- Location
- Miami, FL, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Robert Depriest
WHO I AMAs a senior security leader and former FBI agent, I bring 20+ years of experience managing high-stakes investigations, critical incidents, and physical security operations. My career spans roles in investigative and operational leadership, including security program build outs, national event preparedness exercises (Super Bowl, MLB All-Star, Olympics, International Soccer matches, national political conventions), and engineering security solutions for major infrastructure projects. Notably, I stood up the FBI Miami Crisis Response Program and led federal responses to nationally recognized mass shooting incidents including Pulse Nightclub, Fort Lauderdale Airport, and Stoneman Douglas High School shooting.My ability to remain calm under pressure, lead with integrity, and deliver results has made me a trusted advisor to executives, law enforcement, and government agencies worldwide. How I Create ValueI bring a unique blend of tactical expertise, engineering acumen, and operational leadership to every challenge. I excel at building and elevating physical security programs and turning complex challenges into structured, effective solutions. My leadership philosophy emphasizes empowering teams, fostering collaboration, and delivering measurable results. Whether safeguarding people and assets, developing crisis management programs, or improving organizational resilience, I consistently align security strategies with business objectives to drive value. More About MeI thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments where I can leverage my work ethic, resilience, and strategic mindset. I view challenges as opportunities to excel and bring structure to chaos, ensuring team and organizational success.Known for building high-performance teams, I inspire others to exceed expectations by fostering respect, collaboration, and continuous improvement.Whether developing workplace violence prevention programs or leading through crises, I prioritize what matters most: protecting people, securing assets, and enabling organizational growth.Send me a connection invite as I’m always eager to meet new people, learn from others, provide assistance wherever I can, and grow my LinkedIn network. d•••••••@bellsouth.net
Experience
Director of Physical Security
Jul 2022 — Present · Miami-Dade County, FL, US
Director of Physical Security 2022 – PresentRansom Everglades School, Coconut Grove, FL OVERVIEWRecruited to envision, operationalize, and lead a comprehensive physical security program ($1M+ annual budget). KEY ROLESOversee program strategy, development, implementation, and training spanning access control protocols, communication policies, video management, contract security, law enforcement partnerships, state compliance, and security intelligence.Manage stakeholder groups and internal/third-party vendors. HIGHLIGHTS Designed and instituted enterprise-wide security operations program while inspiring a security-centric culture permeating every aspect of campus life.• Wrote and implemented behavioral threat assessment program (similar to corporate workplace violence prevention and duty of care programs).• Expanded communications capabilities 400%, lockdown messaging 300%(including every networked computer), and video surveillance coverage 30%.• Cut law enforcement response time 50% by building partnership with Miami PD.• Upgraded gates and fencing, installed ballistic guardhouse, and introduced vendor fingerprinting. Instituted access control protocols that reduced visitor/customer processing time up to 40% while exceeding State of Florida requirements. Currently developing security intelligence program, creating RFID badge lockdown system, and designing multi-phased capital project to add ballistic film to all campus buildings.
Education
The Catholic University of America
BSME, Mechanical Engineering
1986 — 1991
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