At McCann Protective Services (MPS), we specialize in providing discreet and customized security solutions for the diplomatic community, corporate executives, celebrities, and their families. Our expertise extends to consulting for major corporations, non-profit institutions, and government agencies, while addressing a variety of security needs.
Former Chief of Security of the United Nations Michael McCann is the founder and current president of McCann Protective Services, LLC. The company delivers discrete and customized security services for the diplomatic community, corporate executives, celebrities, government officials, and their families.
Under his leadership, our company excels in delivering high-level security services tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients. Our offerings mirror our expertise, including executive protection, threat assessments, background screening & investigations, computer forensics, and more.
During his tenure with the United Nations, Mr. McCann safeguarded delegates, staff, visiting dignitaries, and other visitors to U.N. headquarters, international conferences, and high-profile meetings worldwide. He was personally responsible for the safety of the Secretary-General and senior UN officials. Mr. McCann provided strategic and executive direction for U.N. security operations, including emergency preparedness, crisis management plans, and the development of uniform security standards for all U.N. offices globally. His expertise and work ethic resulted in international acclaim for the U.N. security and safety, its diversity, professionalism, and capacity to operate under challenging circumstances.
Prior to his role with the United Nations, Mr. McCann served as a senior officer with the New York City Police Department. As the Commanding Officer of the Intelligence Division’s Dignitary Protection and Threat Assessment Unit, he was accountable for the safety and security of national and international officials visiting New York City. He also led the 25th Police Precinct in East Harlem. Over his 26-year NYPD career, he progressed from Police Officer to senior leadership roles.
Mr. McCann is an active member of the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) and serves on the International Policing Division Steering Committee. He is affiliated with the New York State Bar Association, the American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS), the National Law Enforcement Association, and the NYPD Captains Endowment Association.
He holds a Juris Doctor degree from New York Law School and a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from the City University of New York’s John Jay College of Criminal Justice, where he is the former President of the Alumni Association.
Drawing on more than a century of collective experience in security, our leadership team is dedicated to providing the highest level of service & expertise.
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Head of Investigations & Surveillance - NY
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