Business Details
Independent Security Consulting Services
AP Security Consulting is an independent security consultancy with over four decades of combined experience in security analysis and litigation support. Our firm specializes in providing expert witness testimony, security risk assessments, and comprehensive evaluations of physical and electronic security systems for legal professionals and commercial clients. We maintain strict objectivity by avoiding affiliations with vendors or manufacturers, ensuring our recommendations prioritize client needs over commercial interests. Our team includes industry-recognized experts like Al Palumbo, a certified Homeland Protection professional with extensive experience in public and private sector security. We offer tailored security requirement analyses, feasibility studies, and audits for residential, commercial, and landmark facilities across the United States.Our expertise extends to architectural security studies, communications evaluations, and structural engineering assessments related to security challenges. We have collaborated with law firms on premise liability cases while maintaining a reputation for technical excellence and ethical integrity. Our founder contributes to industry publications and shares knowledge through educational programs at the New York City Police Department. We deliver project management services for security system implementations and maintain active involvement in professional organizations like BOMA and NFPA. Our independence and technical depth make us a trusted resource for attorneys and facility managers seeking objective security solutions.
Services
Security Expert Witness
Risk Assessments
System Evaluations
Litigation Support
Security Audits
Feasibility Studies
Physical Security Analysis
Electronic Security Reviews
Project Management
Security Design Consultation
Highlights and features
- 40+ years combined experience in security consulting and litigation support
- Independent consultancy with no vendor affiliations ensures objective recommendations
- Expert witness services for both plaintiff and defense attorneys
- Certified Homeland Protection professionals on staff
- Comprehensive evaluations of physical and electronic security systems
Services
Security Expert Witness
We provide expert witness testimony for legal cases involving premise liability and security negligence. Our consultants analyze security failures and present findings in court proceedings. Our testimony helps attorneys understand technical security requirements and industry standards.
Risk Assessments
Our team conducts comprehensive security risk assessments for commercial and residential properties. We identify vulnerabilities in physical security measures and electronic systems. Recommendations include cost-effective solutions to mitigate identified risks and improve overall security posture.
System Evaluations
We evaluate CCTV systems, alarm systems, and access control technologies for performance and compliance. Our audits assess system effectiveness and identify upgrade requirements. Findings help clients optimize security investments and maintain system reliability.
Physical Security Analysis
Our consultants analyze physical security components including lighting, fencing, and staffing protocols. We assess security measures against industry best practices and regulatory requirements. Recommendations address both immediate concerns and long-term security planning.
Security Design Consultation
We provide security design guidance for new construction and facility renovations. Our consultation includes security specifications and contractor evaluations. Services extend to project management for security system implementations and upgrades.
People
Al Palumbo
Principal
Certified Homeland Protection professional with 40+ years security consulting experience. Former NYPD Crime Prevention Specialist and national security design leader. Published author and instructor for law enforcement security programs.
Questions
What security services do you specialize in?
We specialize in expert witness testimony, security risk assessments, system evaluations, and physical security analysis for legal and commercial clients.
Are you affiliated with security vendors?
No, we maintain complete independence from vendors and manufacturers to ensure objective, client-focused recommendations.
What areas do you serve?
We provide services for facilities across the United States, including commercial, residential, and landmark properties.
How do you handle litigation support?
We offer comprehensive litigation support including security evaluations, expert reports, and courtroom testimony for both plaintiff and defense attorneys.
What makes your firm different?
Our independence, technical expertise, and extensive experience in both public and private security sectors distinguish our consulting services.
Can you evaluate existing security systems?
Yes, we conduct thorough evaluations of CCTV systems, alarm systems, and physical security measures to identify improvements and compliance issues.
