About AGS Protect
Redefining security with a hybrid model—licensed officers, AI-assisted monitoring, and rapid mobile response under one SLA.
Our Mission
AGS Protect was founded on the belief that effective security should be both comprehensive and cost-efficient. We've pioneered the hybrid security model that combines advanced AI-powered surveillance with rapid human response, delivering superior protection at a fraction of the cost of traditional guard-only services.
20+
Years of Experience
Protecting Southern California businesses and communities with proven expertise
UL-827
Standards Aligned
Our monitoring center aligns with UL-827 standards for central station alarm services
BSIS
Licensed Personnel
All our security personnel are licensed by the California Bureau of Security & Investigative Services
LA & OC
Rapid Response Coverage
Serving Los Angeles and Orange County with rapid response and local expertise
Onboarding In Four Steps
From discovery to full operation in 4-6 weeks
Assess
Week 1
Site walk, risk map, and current-state tech/guard review.
Design
Week 2
Day vs. night coverage plan; guard + remote + mobile mix; SLAs.
Deploy
Weeks 3-4
SOPs/playbooks, guard induction, alert tuning, reporting.
Improve
Ongoing
Monthly KPI review; quarterly roadmap for upgrades and cost-out.
Our Values
The principles that guide how we protect your people and property
We protect what matters most to you with unwavering commitment and proven results
Continuously advancing our technology and methods to stay ahead of evolving threats
Your security needs drive everything we do, from initial consultation to ongoing service
Maintaining the highest standards in security services through training and quality control
Leadership You Can Reach
Our executive team is accessible, accountable, and invested in your success
Lee Andrews
CEO
10+ years leading protective operations across SoCal; focuses on right-sizing security programs that reduce blind spots and total cost.
John Adams
President of Operations
Oversees field operations, including supervision, post orders, and guard readiness; ensures consistent service quality across all deployments.
Phillip Chun
Director IT Infrastructure
Integrates cameras, access, alarms, and dashboards; owns SOC playbooks and evidence chain-of-custody protocols.
Compliance & Certifications
Results at a Glance
Real outcomes you can measure and defend to stakeholders
20–40% lower total cost vs. guard-only overnight coverage
Sub-60s alert verification from our Monitoring Center
≈15-minute mobile arrival after verified dispatch (zone dependent)
Audit-ready reports each month (incidents, evidence links, trends)
Our Story
We started with a simple belief: smarter security shouldn't cost more. From day one, we've paired licensed officers with technology that sees farther, verifies faster, and documents every moment—so clients get better protection at a lower total cost. Smarter Security. Lower Cost.
AGS Protect Founded
Launched with a BSIS PPO license and a focus on high-standards guarding across Los Angeles and Orange County. Our early reputation was built on reliable, professional officers at mission-critical sites.
Special Events & Executive Protection
Expanded into special events and executive protection—delivering discreet, high-touch details for actors, artists, and corporate leaders. Those engagements sharpened our playbook for visible deterrence, guest experience, and zero-incident execution.
Pandemic Pivots
As events paused, we shifted to longer-term site protection and leaned into analytics and reporting. Clients asked, "What am I getting, and how do I show stakeholders?"—we answered with measurable outcomes and transparent evidence.
Technology, Operationalized
Adopted AI and automation across the business—marketing, sales, accounting, and security operations—to increase speed, accuracy, and accountability without adding headcount.
Full Hybrid Security
Formalized our hybrid model: AI video + cloud access + 24/7 remote monitoring, backed by on-site officers and rapid mobile response under one SLA. Outcomes improved while budgets dropped 20–40% versus guard-only programs.
UL-827 Monitoring Center
Building a UL-827–aligned 24/7 command center to monitor hundreds of clients and thousands of streams in a hardened, audited environment—integrating cameras, access events, talk-down audio, evidence capture, and dispatch into a single, verifiable workflow.
Community Commitment
We support local safety initiatives and job training programs; our teams regularly assist with neighborhood cleanups, BID events, and resident outreach. Security isn't just about protection—it's about being a trusted partner in the communities we serve.
Trusted by Leading Organizations
Join the Team
Grow with a company that blends field expertise and modern tech. We're always looking for talented professionals who want to redefine what security can be.
See open roles →Where We Operate
Proudly serving Los Angeles and Orange County with rapid response coverage
Los Angeles County – HQ & Monitoring Center
Los Angeles, CA
USA
Orange County – Response Base
Orange County, CA
USA
In the News & Resources
Insights, case studies, and thought leadership on hybrid security
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