Armed & Unarmed Security Officers
Licensed officers posted on site, in uniform, trained to Florida Class D and Class G standards. Access control, deterrence and a written log of everything that happens on your property.
Florida Licensed · B1300201 / DS140079 · Serving Central Florida since 2011
Security you stop having to think about.
Licensed armed and unarmed officers, marked mobile patrol, and executive protection across Central Florida — led by a retired Chief of Police and an FBI National Academy graduate.
- Armed & Unarmed Officers
- $1M Liability Insured
- 24/7 Dispatch
State Licensed
Florida Ch. 493 compliant
$1M Insured
General liability coverage
Since 2011
15+ years in Central Florida
Led by Law Enforcement
Retired Chief of Police, FBI National Academy
What we protect
One firm, every layer of your security.
From a single officer at a front desk to a full patrol programme across multiple sites, every deployment is built around your property, your hours and your risk — not a template.
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Mobile Patrol
Marked patrol vehicles running scheduled and randomised checks. Visibility is a powerful crime deterrent, and a clearly marked vehicle in your lot at unpredictable hours is the cheapest one you can buy.
Executive & Dignitary Protection
Discreet close protection for executives, public figures and private clients. Advance work, route planning, secure transport and residence coverage.
Transportation Security
Officers for transit points, logistics yards, driver escorts and high-value movements, including funeral and convoy escorts.
Background Screening
Pre-employment and tenant screening so you know who is already inside your perimeter, not just who is outside it.
Emergency Operations & Consulting
Risk assessments, post orders, emergency response planning and security programme reviews for organisations that need a second set of professional eyes.
The standard
Ten things that happen on every shift.
A guard who stands still is a statue. Our officers work to a written post order and file a log you can read the next morning — so you know exactly what was checked, when, and by whom.
- Routine and emergency response by radio or mobile patrol
- Entrance control and prevention of unauthorised access
- Ground patrol in a clearly marked security vehicle
- Building and equipment exterior inspections
- Daily log reports of all security observations
- Trespasser and loitering monitoring
- Forced entry and vandalism prevention
- Door and window lock verification on every round
- Fire hazard and obstruction checks
- Detection and documentation of misconduct on your property
Who you are hiring
A family firm, run by a career police chief.
United Protective Security Services has been protecting Central Florida businesses, communities and events since 2011. It is family-owned and family-run, which is why the person who sets the standard is also the person who answers the phone.
Operations are led by Morris West, a retired Chief of Police and graduate of the FBI National Academy, who personally trains and certifies the officers who work your site. Administration is led by Leah West, who holds degrees from Warner Southern University and Harvard Business School. Every officer is First Aid and CPR certified and equipped before they ever step onto your property.
We are licensed under Florida Statute Chapter 493, carry a $1,000,000 general liability policy, and hold an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau.
Morris West
Chief Operating Officer
Retired Chief of Police · FBI National Academy Graduate · State-Certified Instructor
Where we work
If it has a perimeter, we have covered one like it.
Fifteen years across fourteen sectors in Central Florida.
Retail & Restaurants
Residential Communities & HOAs
Hospitals & Healthcare
Churches & Places of Worship
Construction Sites
Car Dealerships
Warehouses & Distribution
Commercial Offices
Banks & Financial
Colleges & Universities
Government Facilities
Transportation Hubs
Private Estates & VIP
Events & Dignitary Protection
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Years serving Central Florida
24/7
Dispatch and response
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General liability coverage
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Hours in our state-certified training programme
In their words
Five stars, from the people we trained.
Every review below is from a graduate of our Class D programme — the same standard we hold our own officers to.
Five out of five stars
Got my class D through Mr West. At first I was not looking forward to a week long class. But Mr West made it fun and engaging that by the time it was over I hated leaving. I would recommend Mr West to anyone.
Five out of five stars
Mr West was my instructor for my class D license. Not only did he make the class so interesting, I learned so much from him from his personal experiences. I highly recommend United Protective Services for any of your needs.
Five out of five stars
Great class!! Strongly recommended to anyone that's considering or have no idea on what career to get into. Definitely had a great time and the structure was well followed legit!!!!!
UPSS Training School · Licence DS140079
Get your Florida Class D licence in five days.
A state-certified, 42-hour unarmed security officer programme taught by a retired Chief of Police — with day, evening, night and weekend schedules so you do not have to leave your current job to start a new career.
42 Hours
over 5 consecutive days
$200
tuition, $100 reserves your seat
75%
pass mark for certification
Flexible
days, evenings, nights, weekends
Graduates receive a certificate of completion and qualify to apply for the Florida Class D Security Officer Licence under Florida Statutes §493.6303(4). State licensing fees are separate and paid directly to the state.
Licensed and looking for work?
We are always hiring Class D and Class G officers across Polk County and Central Florida.
Let's talk
Tell us what you need protected.
Send us the basics and a member of our team will come back to you with a free, no-obligation security assessment — usually the same business day.
- No obligation, no pressure — an assessment, not a sales call
- We will tell you honestly if you need fewer hours than you think
- Licensed, insured and Chapter 493 compliant, every officer, every shift