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Fractional Chief Security Officer

WORLD-CLASS
SECURITY
LEADERSHIP.
FRACTION OF
THE COST.

Dr. Warren M. Petty  |  National Security Strategist & Author

Your organization faces real threats. You deserve a Chief Security Officer with a proven track record at Google, top-five financial services, and the C-suite of a top-five privately held company—without the full-time executive price tag.

Former Google Security
Top-5 Financial Services EP
Active Fortune-Level CSO
20+ Years High-Stakes Leadership
Author · Speaker · Scholar
20+
Years High-Stakes
Security Leadership
3
Fortune-Level
Organizations Led
60%
Average Cost Savings
vs Full-Time CSO
100%
Mission-Critical
Outcomes Delivered
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SECURITY SERVICES
ON YOUR TERMS

Every engagement is tailored to your threat environment, budget, and mission. Dr. Petty brings executive-grade capability across the full spectrum of physical security disciplines.

01
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Program & Capability Building
Build a world-class security function from the ground up—or fortify what already exists. Programs that scale with your organization and hold up under scrutiny.
Security policies, procedures & governance frameworks
Security team structure, hiring & development
Vendor selection & technology integration
KPIs, metrics & board-level reporting
Cross-functional security culture building
02
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Executive Protection
World-class EP services refined at the highest levels of financial services and global corporate America. Protection that travels with your principals—discreet, professional, always prepared.
Principal threat assessment & risk profiling
Advance work for domestic & international travel
EP team selection, training & oversight
Secure transportation & route planning
Residential & facility security integration
03
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Investigation Support
Complex workplace investigations conducted with rigor, discretion, and defensibility. Investigative depth honed at the enterprise level across the most sensitive matters.
Threat of violence assessments & threat management
Workplace misconduct & internal investigations
Due diligence & background analysis
Law enforcement & legal counsel liaison
Findings reports & remediation recommendations
04
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Intelligence Monitoring
Proactive, actionable threat intelligence tailored to your people, facilities, and operational footprint. Know what is coming before it arrives—not after it has already cost you.
Open-source & social media intelligence (OSINT)
Targeted threat monitoring for executives & facilities
Geo-political & regional threat briefings
Employee & insider threat indicators
Customized threat intelligence reports
05
🎯
Event Security
From confidential board retreats to large-scale corporate summits—complete security planning, staffing, and execution. Every event is a potential vulnerability. Dr. Petty ensures it stays only a potential.
Pre-event venue assessment & security planning
Credentialing, access control & perimeter management
Security staff selection, briefing & command
VIP protection coordination
Incident command & emergency response protocols
06
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Crisis & Emergency Response
When a crisis strikes, organizations need calm command. Dr. Petty provides immediate advisory and on-the-ground support when stakes are at their absolute highest.
Active threat & workplace violence response
Crisis communications & stakeholder coordination
Business continuity & security continuity planning
Post-incident review & after-action reporting
24/7 advisory access during active incidents
07
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Security Audits & Assessments
A comprehensive, independent evaluation of your physical security posture. Uncover gaps, validate strengths, and leave with a clear prioritized roadmap for remediation.
Physical site vulnerability assessments
Access control & technology gap analysis
Policy & procedure compliance review
Security team capability evaluation
Prioritized remediation roadmap with timelines
08
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Leadership & Training
Security cultures are built, not mandated. As a published author and national speaker, Dr. Petty delivers training that actually changes how people think about risk and safety.
Executive security awareness briefings
Security leadership development programs
Workplace violence prevention training
Travel safety & situational awareness training
Speaking engagements & keynote addresses
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Fractional CSO Retainer
Your dedicated Chief Security Officer on a fractional basis—board-level counsel, strategic direction, vendor oversight, and hands-on leadership without the six-figure annual overhead.
Dedicated CSO available on your schedule
Board & C-suite security reporting
Full-scope security program ownership
Vendor management & contract oversight
Scalable hours based on your needs & budget
// the case for fractional //

WHY CHOOSE A
FRACTIONAL CSO?

Most mid-market organizations are either unprotected or overpaying. The Fractional CSO model solves both problems simultaneously.

"Most organizations don't need a $300,000 CSO. They need a $300,000 CSO's judgment—three days a month."
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Immediate Executive Capability
Access security leadership protecting Google, top-five financial institutions, and Fortune-class private enterprises. Dr. Petty is operational from day one—no onboarding lag, no learning curve.
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Zero Overhead, Zero Friction
No benefits package. No recruiting fees averaging $60,000+. No months-long search process. You engage Dr. Petty and security leadership begins immediately.
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Scales With Your Risk
Security threats aren't constant—why should your security spending be? Ramp engagement during high-risk periods. Scale back when the environment is calm. Your investment always matches actual exposure.
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Independent Perspective
Unlike a full-time hire beholden to internal politics, Dr. Petty brings an objective board-level view. Recommendations driven by risk—not career protection or organizational inertia.
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Elevates Your Brand & Culture
A nationally recognized author and speaker on the masthead signals to your board, employees, and insurers that security is a strategic priority—not an afterthought.
// cost comparison: full-time cso vs. fractional //
Full-Time CSO Base Salary (national avg.)
$285,000 / yr
Benefits, Insurance & Payroll Taxes (~30%)
+ $85,500 / yr
Executive Recruiting Fee (~20% of salary)
+ $57,000 one-time
Onboarding, Training & Ramp Time
3–6 months lost
Full-Time Total — Year One
$427,500+
Fractional CSO — Dr. Petty
Contact for Quote
// typical savings: 50–70% annually · immediate deployment · zero recruiting lag //
// who benefits most //
›Mid-market companies (50–5,000 employees) without dedicated security leadership
›Organizations experiencing rapid growth, M&A activity, or geographic expansion
›Companies bridging a gap between CSO departures or during search processes
›Organizations with elevated threat environments needing immediate expertise
›Boards seeking independent security governance and risk oversight
// common questions //
How many hours per month does a Fractional CSO work? ›
Engagements are fully customized, but most organizations start with 8–20 hours per month. This covers strategic oversight, team leadership, vendor management, board reporting, and on-call availability for incidents. During high-activity periods—events, incidents, or program builds—hours scale accordingly. You pay for actual impact, not seat time.
Is this engagement confidential? ›
Complete discretion is foundational to every engagement. Dr. Petty operates under strict confidentiality agreements and understands the sensitivity of security-related work at the highest organizational levels. Many clients prefer that the fractional nature of the engagement remain internal—this is standard and fully accommodated.
Can Dr. Petty work alongside our existing security team? ›
Absolutely. In most engagements, Dr. Petty functions as the senior leadership layer above an existing security coordinator, facilities manager, or contracted guard force. He provides the strategic direction, institutional knowledge, and executive credibility that elevates the entire team's performance—without displacing anyone.
How quickly can an engagement begin? ›
Dr. Petty can typically begin within days of engagement confirmation—not months. There is no lengthy onboarding, credentialing wait, or ramp-up period. He arrives with 20+ years of institutional security knowledge already in place and immediately begins adding value from the very first conversation.
What industries do you serve? ›
Dr. Petty has led security for some of the most complex and high-profile organizations in the world—spanning technology, financial services, and large private enterprise. He serves clients across financial services, professional services, healthcare, real estate, entertainment, retail, and non-profit. If your organization has people, facilities, or assets worth protecting, the engagement model applies.
// from the desk of dr. warren m. petty //
"Comfort is the enemy of self-actualization. The same is true for organizations. The most dangerous place a company can occupy is the false comfort of believing their security posture is sufficient when it isn't."
— Dr. Warren M. Petty  |  Author · Strategist · Fractional CSO
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ABOUT
DR. WARREN M. PETTY

Personnel File // Active● CURRENT
Dr. Warren M. Petty — Fractional Chief Security Officer
ID: TSP-001
Full Name
Dr. Warren M. Petty
Designation
Fractional Chief Security Officer
Experience
20+ Years // High-Stakes Environments
Current Role
CSO — Top-5 Privately Held Company
⬡   Nationally Recognized Strategist   ⬡
Corporate Security Leadership — Google
Executive Protection — Top-5 Financial Services
Active CSO — Top-5 Privately Held Co.
Author — "Hi, Risk!" (Published)
Doctor of Strategic Leadership
National Speaker & Risk Scholar
Dr. Warren M. Petty
Nationally Recognized Security Strategist · Speaker · Author

Dr. Warren M. Petty is a nationally recognized strategist, speaker, and author with over 20 years of leadership experience in high-stakes environments. He has transformed how individuals and institutions understand risk—not merely as a threat to be managed, but as a tool for alignment, growth, and purpose.

Currently serving as Chief Security Officer for a top-five privately held company in the United States, Dr. Petty brings active, real-world enterprise security leadership to every fractional engagement. His clients benefit from someone who leads security at the highest levels right now—not someone who used to.

His career spans corporate security leadership at Google, executive protection for a top-five financial services firm, and deep expertise across investigation, intelligence, crisis response, and program development. His work at the intersection of leadership, philosophy, and risk is rooted in a lifelong study of decision-making under pressure.

Whether coaching executives, mentoring emerging leaders, or presenting to global audiences, his core message is unflinching: comfort is the enemy of self-actualization. When he is not speaking or writing, he is mentoring the next generation of leaders, championing family values, and building high-integrity teams.

📖
Published Work
"Hi, Risk! An Introduction to Life-Risk and the Last Self-Help Book You'll Ever Need"
A nationally recognized work challenging conventional wisdom about risk, comfort, and self-actualization. Used by executives and leaders to fundamentally reshape their relationship with uncertainty and high-stakes decision-making.
// principal organizations //
Google
Corporate Security Leadership
Top-5 Financial Services Firm
Executive Protection Leadership
Top-5 Privately Held Company  ● CURRENT
Chief Security Officer
// engagement protocol //

HOW WE
WORK TOGETHER

A disciplined, no-friction engagement model built for decision-makers who value precision over process. Every recommendation is built specifically for your organization, threat landscape, and operational context—not a generic consulting template.

Security solutions imposed without context fail. Dr. Petty takes the time to understand your business, your people, your culture, and your threat environment before recommending a single course of action.

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Confidentiality First
Every engagement begins and ends under strict confidentiality. Security discussions require complete trust. Dr. Petty operates accordingly without exception.
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No Boilerplate Solutions
Cookie-cutter security programs create false confidence. Every recommendation is custom-built for your specific organization, threat landscape, and operational context.
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Measurable Outcomes
Security investment must be justifiable. Dr. Petty builds in clear KPIs, reporting structures, and accountability frameworks so leadership always knows the value being delivered.
// four-step engagement model //
01
Initial Briefing
A confidential, no-obligation conversation to understand your organization's security posture, threat environment, and strategic objectives. Typically 45–60 minutes. No sales pitch—just listening and direct assessment.
02
Rapid Assessment
A structured evaluation of your current security vulnerabilities, gaps, and risk exposure—delivered with the directness of a 20-year enterprise security career. Within days you have a clear picture of where you stand and what needs to change.
03
Custom Engagement Design
A tailored engagement structure built around your specific needs, budget, and risk tolerance. Fractional retainer, defined project, or advisory support. You choose the structure. Dr. Petty makes it work.
04
Mission Execution
Dr. Petty executes with the same standards and discipline applied at Google and America's leading private enterprises. Outcomes are measurable, documented, and built to outlast any single engagement.
// engagement types //
Ongoing
Fractional CSO Retainer
A sustained engagement where Dr. Petty serves as your Chief Security Officer on a part-time basis. Includes regular availability, strategic leadership, board reporting, vendor oversight, and on-call access for incidents. Ideal for organizations needing consistent executive-level security leadership year-round.
Defined Scope
Project-Based Advisory
A time-limited engagement with defined scope, deliverables, and timeline. Common for security assessments, program builds, executive protection programs, event security, or investigation support. Clear start and end points with measurable outcomes.
On-Demand
Strategic Advisory
Lighter-touch access to Dr. Petty's expertise for organizations needing senior security guidance without full-scope engagement. Ideal for boards seeking an independent security perspective or executives navigating specific risk decisions.
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ENGAGE
DR. PETTY

Every engagement begins with a conversation. Reach out directly—your security posture cannot afford to wait.

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LinkedIn
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Availability
Accepting New Fractional Engagements
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Response Time
Within 24 Hours · Urgent Matters Prioritized
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Active threat situations, workplace violence concerns, executive protection emergencies, and crisis response needs receive immediate priority. Do not wait. Call directly at 786-897-2234.
"When he's not speaking or writing, he's mentoring the next generation of leaders, championing family values, and building high-integrity teams."
// all inquiries are strictly confidential //