DECA Personnel Standard (DECAPS ^sm)

SEC is a "post-service only" organization comprised exclusively of veteran government and military personnel with ten or more years of operational experience. In 1988 we introduced the DECA Personnel Standard to ensure the qualification and superior operational competence of SEC personnel. At the time, no other private sector security organization in the world maintained such a stringent personnel standard. DECAPS instituted a personnel policy mandating a minimum of 10-years experience in military or government service on the part of prospective SEC associates.

Today, though a few security organizations have since adopted similar standards, most have yet to implement such a crucial assurance of personnel qualifications. DECAPS is another example of our uncompromising commitment to providing the world's most qualified, competent and effective security services.

SEC Employment ROE

Our services target total client protection worldwide. Personnel requirements for intelligence, counter-terrorism, data and physical operations security, and international investigation specialists are critical to our mission success. Operations and support groups share an equally invaluable role in determining that success. Thus, preeminently experienced professionals who are dedicated, knowledgeable, and highly trained in their area(s) of expertise are indispensable.

Career opportunities with SEC entail frequent travel and interaction with client representatives throughout the United States and Canada, Latin America and the Caribbean, Europe, Africa, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East. Some assignments may frequently involve operations in hazardous or underdeveloped regions of the world. Permanent staff positions may be offered to career associates with five or more years of continued service with the company. Personnel limited to domestic travel due to security restrictions resulting from previous employment with U.S. federal government agencies may receive preference in consideration of staff positions in CONUS until such travel restrictions expire.

Employment with operations and support groups requires an in-depth Special Background Investigation (SBI)* as well as TS/SCI clearances (or ability to reinstate), polygraph, drug testing, physical requirements and acceptance of strict, lifetime secrecy agreements. Additional requirements may also apply.

*SBI is highly invasive with an average duration of 12 to 18 months.

Prospective associates must possess a minimum of ten years experience in military or civilian intelligence, U.S. Navy SEAL Teams, Special Forces, federal law enforcement, or related operations support functions. Qualified foreign personnel are also recruited. Additionally, a graduate degree is required for prospective associates seeking management positions. SEC recruits qualified personnel through confidential networks and sources and does not accept unsolicited resumes.