Michael Reimer Email and Phone Number
Assistant Special Agent in Charge (ASAC) and Diplomatic Security Service and Houston Field Office at
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U.S. Department of State
Houston, TX, US
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Houston, Texas, United States, United States
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About Michael Reimer
With over 30 years of experience in security, safety, and international affairs, I am a seasoned and decorated Supervisory Special Agent and Diplomatic Attaché at the U.S. Department of State. As the Assistant Special Agent in Charge (ASAC) of the Houston Field Office, I currently lead a team of over 75 security professionals in combating passport fraud and other crimes in Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma. I also manage and provide oversight for two Resident Offices and the Special Agents and support staff in Dallas and El Paso.I have a proven track record of delivering excellence and innovation in various challenging and high-profile assignments around the world. I have been recognized as the Site Security Manager of the Year for the State Department in 2021, for leading the security operations and construction of the new embassy compound in Honduras. I have also served as the senior Embassy and Security Official at the Kabul International Airport, coordinating security with NATO forces and implementing multi-layered security procedures. I have extensive experience in designing and implementing security programs for international schools, conducting security audits, managing security contracts, and providing executive protection for visiting foreign dignitaries. I am a Georgia P.O.S.T. Certified Peace Officer, Field Training Officer, and Communications Officer, as well as a graduate of the Department of State's Special Agent training, the Advanced Tactical Leadership and Skills (ATLaS) Executive Course, and the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center's Criminal Investigation Training Program (CITP). I am skilled in police instruction, law enforcement, emergency response to terrorism, international security, diplomatic protection, construction security, project management, team leadership, and risk assessment. I am passionate about advancing the mission and values of the State Department and serving the American people with integrity and professionalism.
Michael Reimer Work Experience Details
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Assistant Special Agent In Charge (Asac) And Diplomatic Security Service And Houston Field OfficeU.S. Department Of StateHouston, Tx, Us -
Assistant Special Agent In Charge (Asac) / Diplomatic Security Service / Houston Field OfficeU.S. Department Of State Sep 2022 - PresentWashington, Dc, Us- Lead a team of over 75 security professionals which includes four Diplomatic Security Supervisory Special Agents, and the cadre of Special Agents and support staff to combat Passport Fraud and other crimes as appropriate.- Manage and provide oversight for two Resident Offices, two Resident Agents in Charge, and the Special Agents and support staff in Dallas and El Paso, Texas which cover the states of Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma.- Mentor and train team members on risk factors and resiliency efforts that best reflect results on meeting societal/security challenges, as well as the cutting-edge skills needed to prepare for, withstand, and recover rapidly in the face of man-made and natural disasters like climate change, pandemics and terrorism.- Create an atmosphere that promotes excellence in the workplace while simultaneously fostering team building and collaboration within the organization. Conduct travel security briefings for international locations and coordinate these with the Diplomatic and Business communities.
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Site Security Manager - Supervisory Special Agent / Bureau Of Overseas Building Operations (Obo)U.S. Department Of State Sep 2019 - Jul 2022Washington, Dc, Us- Recognized from over 270 posts around the world as the Site Security Manager of the Year for the United States Department of State in 2021.- Served as the acting Project Director (PD) as required for the $400 million dollar New Embassy Compound (NEC).- Managed the response for two catastrophic category 5 hurricanes that impacted Honduras within two weeks of each other in 2020.- Implemented the Construction Security Plan (CSP) for the (NEC);- Lead the Department as the first site in the world to vaccinate all contract staff in less than one week with no doses wasted; shared best practices with headquarters so every post could benefit from our lessons learned.- Ensure a safe and secure environment for Chief of Mission personnel and over 1,100 contractors employed on-site; to include best practices that were adopted and shared to all OBO posts worldwide.- Implement the United States CDC and Honduran government guidelines to protect staff and guests from the COVID-19 virus.- Supervise 20 Federal Honduran VIP Police that secure the perimeter of the NEC;- Supervise the Local Security Force, Cleared American Guards (CAGs), Construction Security Technicians (CSTs), Foreign Service National Investigator, Administrative Assistant and support staff;- Ensure the integrity and security of all materials at the NEC. Conduct security and travel briefing reporting programs.- Coordinate with Honduran Customs officials and the Port Authority staff to maximize efficiency and access to Diplomatic cargo in a timely manner to keep the NEC construction on time and within the budget.- Identify potential risks to the NEC and develop a layered security apparatus to mitigate vulnerabilities to protect information, property, and life. Violent crime rate reduced to record low levels within 12 months after enacting security mitigations. - Successfully implemented all security measures for phase I accreditation at the NEC.
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Supervisory Special Agent - U.S. Embassy Kabul, Afghanistan / Kabul International Airport (Hkia)U.S. Department Of State Jul 2018 - Jul 2019Washington, Dc, Us-Lead the Diplomatic Security team as the senior Embassy and Security Official at the Kabul International Airport - Camp Alvarado, coordinating security at the Kabul Airport for the largest Embassy in the world (Embassy facility of over 600 American COM personnel and all incoming and departing Chief of Mission personnel.) Coordinate with NATO security forces on security operations for the main airport in Afghanistan. Implement multi-layered security procedures to enhance security at the Kabul International Airport (HKIA).-As required, served as the Division Chief of Embassy Security Operations at the largest Embassy in the world. This encompasses managing the Kabul Embassy Security Force (KESF), the K-9 teams, the EOD teams, the Emergency Response Teams (ERT), KESF Special Operations Center (SOC), the outer perimeter security support team, and the embassy security liaison team, which includes over 2,200 armed security personnel.-Researched, drafted, and submitted the Embassy rightsizing plan for security operations in Afghanistan which was adopted and saved the US Government over $50 million USD.-Managed and oversaw the security contracts for multiple multimillion-dollar security contracts at the US Embassy in Kabul while serving as the assistant contracting officer representative (ACOR). -Managed security elements for both Camp Seitz and Camp Alvarado.-Provided law enforcement and security guidance to senior Embassy staff including but not limited to Ambassador, Deputy Chief of Mission, Assistant Chief of Mission, and the Regional Security Officer.-Briefed all incoming and returning COM personnel about the Afghanistan Security environment and their roles and responsibilities while assigned in Afghanistan.
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Supervisory Special Agent - Diplomatic Security Service - High Threat Programs Directorate (Htp)U.S. Department Of State Sep 2016 - May 2018Washington, Dc, Us-Served as a Senior Desk Officer overseeing the Bureau of Diplomatic Security's High Threat Post (HTP) portfolio.-As required, serve as the acting Regional Director and/or the acting Deputy Regional Director for all high threat posts in Europe, Near East Asia and North Africa (NEA-EUR).-Managed and oversaw the security support for all diplomatic missions in Egypt, Jordan, Tunisia, Libya, Lebanon, Turkey, Syria and Yemen.-Conducted Program Security Reviews for over 70 individual security programs at High Threat US missions overseas (Beirut, Cairo and Tunis). Provide guidance and security recommendations as appropriate.-Supported High Threat Posts by serving as the acting Regional Security Officer (Libya External Office) as required.-Provided law enforcement and security guidance to senior State Department staff including but not limited to Ambassadors and Deputy Chief of Missions.-Supervised command post operations for at the United Nations General Assembly
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Security Attaché / Supervisory Special Agent - U.S. Embassy Cairo, Egypt / Regional Security OfficeU.S. Department Of State Dec 2012 - Jul 2016Washington, Dc, Us-Managed the Investigative portfolio for the Regional Security Office which includes professional responsibility, counterterrorism, and criminal violations of U.S. law.-Managed Embassy compliance for all 71 security-related programs under the purview of the Regional Security Office.-Served as the acting Deputy Regional Security Officer when required and supervised nine Assistant Regional Security Officers, one Security Engineering Officer, one Navy Seabee, and one Security Technical Specialist.-Supervised ten local investigators, two special investigators, and two linguists.-Managed a Marine Security Guard Detachment of 24 Marines.-Managed the security clearance program at the US Embassy.-Manage the Counter-Intelligence program.-Manage the $2.6 million dollar Anti-Terrorism Assistance (ATA) program.-Manage the TS/SCI security clearances program for Post.-Managed the school security and soft target program for schools and universities with an American presence.-Manage the security training program.-Drafted and created the charter for the Overseas Security and Advisory Council (OSAC) for the U.S. Embassy to promote security cooperation between American private-sector interests worldwide and the U.S. Department of State. These efforts increased cooperation between security partners such as the American University of Cairo (AUC), Cairo American College (CAC), Coca-Cola, Marriott Hotel, For Seasons Hotel, Apache Oil, Shell, CNN, Goldman Sachs, and other U.S. based companies and industries.-Maintain liaison and provide security management for the US Agency for International Development (USAID), Office of Military Cooperation (OMC), Naval Medical Research Unit (NAMRU-3), official residences, and other Mission facilities.-Managed, maintained and updated the Embassy Emergency Action Plan.
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Security Attaché / Special Agent - U.S. Embassy, Baghdad, Iraq (Inl)U.S. Department Of State Oct 2011 - Oct 2012Washington, Dc, Us-Managed all Protective Operations for the Baghdad Police College Annex (BPAX) in support of the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement (INL) program, which was the largest and most comprehensive in the world with a $640,000,000.00 annual budget.-Managed and investigated all National Security investigations for the Baghdad Police College Annex. These included investigations of Americans, third county nationals and local nationals, US government assets, policy violations, and classified information / intellectual property theft. Draft and prepare completed investigative reports to brief senior management and the US Attorney when required.-Managed the Tactical Operations Center for the Baghdad Police College Annex.-Serve as the Principal Officer of the Baghdad Police College Annex when required.-Managed ther Intelligence Office for the Baghdad Police College Annex. Develops and assesses threat information with the FBI, DEA, HSI, ICE, and other intelligence and law enforcement partners, to determine risk and develop mitigation strategies to best neutralize the risk.-Supervise 18 Security Protective Specialists, 220 cleared Security Specialists, and five Intelligence Analysts to provide a safe atmosphere to practice US foreign policy objectives. -Managed the BPAX Armory and special protective equipment.
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Regional Security Officer - U.S. Embassy, Stockholm, Sweden / Regional Security OfficeU.S. Department Of State Sep 2008 - Jun 2011Washington, Dc, Us-Administered over 70 security portfolios to include all law enforcement, safety, and security matters for the United States in Sweden.-Served as the Ambassador's chief representative on law enforcement and security matters.-Lead a diverse staff of security specialists and U.S. Marine Security Guards.-Developed and Implemented the Nordic Regions' largest and most complex Weapons of Mass Destruction Exercise with multiple other foreign agencies and foreign embassies represented.-Managed a budget of over $2 million USD for the Regional Security Office.-Served as the Site Security Manager of two safety and security projects, including a Multi-million dollar physical security upgrade project at the U.S. Embassy.-Managed the background investigations program to include adjudicating local security clearances.-Lead the Overseas Security and Advisory Council (OSAC) for the U.S. Embassy to promote security cooperation between American private-sector interests worldwide and the U.S. Department of State.
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Special Agent - Diplomatic Security Service / Protective Intelligence And InvestigationsU.S. Department Of State Sep 2007 - Jul 2008Washington, Dc, Us-Conducted International Criminal Investigations including terrorism, murder, assault, and other crimes.-Plan, coordinate, and conduct protection for visiting foreign dignitaries to include the Dalia Lama.-Coordinate Protective Intelligence Investigations for the Secretary of State both domestically and abroad.
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Olympic Security Coordinator / Assistant Regional Security OfficerUnited States Olympic & Paralympic Committee Jul 2005 - Jul 2007Colorado Springs, Colorado, Us-Managed U.S. Olympic security preparations for the 2008 Olympic events held in Hong Kong.-Provided guidance as a primary risk, resiliency and security representative between the Hong Kong SAR and the Hong Kong Disneyland when it was opened.-Conducted advance security coordination with American and host government representatives for all Olympic equestrian events held in Hong Kong.-Served as the acting RSO when required.-Managed the Marine Security Guard Detachment, the Local Guard Force (LGF), the Surveillance Detection Team (SDT), and the Foreign Service National Investigator (FSNI).-Managed the Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC) chartering.-Assisted NCIS with multiple official U.S. Naval carrier group visits.-Coordinated with the U.S. Secret Service, U.S. Customs, Drug Enforcement Agency and Federal Bureau of Investigation on investigations and with the Law Enforcement Working Group (LEWG) as appropriate. -
Special Agent - Diplomatic Security Service / Secretary Of State’S Protective DetailU.S. Department Of State Jan 2003 - Jul 2005Washington, Dc, Us-Served as the lead advance and site advance security agent for Colin Powell, the Secretary of State in multiple overseas and domestic locations.-Coordinated and liaised with Federal, State, Local, and International law enforcement and security representatives in furtherance of the protection of the Secretary of State.-Conducted security for the family of the Secretary of State.
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Special Agent - Diplomatic Security Service / Washington Field OfficeU.S. Department Of State Jun 2001 - Nov 2002Washington, Dc, Us-Investigated Visa and Passport Fraud.-Conducted joint investigations with other federal, state, and local authorities.-Conducted Protection for visiting foreign dignitaries, resident foreign dignitaries, and the Secretary of State.-Served as the Agent in Charge (AIC) for the Foreign Minister of India at the United Nations General Assembly.
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Shift Commander - Police SergeantCity Of Duluth Nov 1993 - Jun 2001Duluth, Georgia, Us-Served as the Shift Commander for the City Police Department.-Supervised 15 Police Officers, the City Jail, and the 911 call center.-Drafted and implemented the City's major event security plans.-Testify in City, State, and Superior court as required.-Investigated thousands of incidents to include both felony and misdemeanor cases.-Served as a Field Training Officer.-Served as an Accident Investigator specializing in railroad crossing grade incident management.
Michael Reimer Skills
Security Clearance
Security Management
Executive Protection
Criminal Investigations
Major Events
Major Incident Management
Crisis Management
Public Diplomacy
Overseas Experience
Certified Firearms Instructor
Police Instructor
Managing Multi Million Dollar Budgets
Accident Investigation
Field Training Officer
Physical Security
Intelligence Analysis
Emergency Response To Terrorism
Strategic Planning
International Relations
Security Policy
Foreign Policy
Military
Enforcement
National Security
Security
Police
Force Protection
Investigation
Law Enforcement
Security Audits
Protection
Tactics
Intelligence
Corporate Security
Personal Security
Workplace Violence
Private Investigations
Federal Law Enforcement
Security Operations
Background Checks
Fraud
Counterintelligence
Counterterrorism
Emergency Management
Security Training
Personal Protection
Surveillance
Defense
Internal Investigations
Firearms
Michael Reimer Education Details
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University Of Maryland -
Cameron UniversityGraduate Studies / Psychology
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Cameron UniversityCriminal Justice (Major) / Psychology (Minor)
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Saint John'S UniversityGeneral Education
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U.S. Department Of State / Bureau Of Diplomatic SecurityAdvanced Tactical Leadership And Skills (Atlas) Executive Course
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U.S. Department Of State / Bureau Of Diplomatic SecurityAnd Related Protective Services
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U.S. Department Of Homeland Security / Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (Fletc)Graduated To Special Agent - Field Of Study - Criminal Investigation Training Program (Citp)
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Georgia Public Safety Training Institute (Psti)Graduate Of The Georgia Police Academy - Metropolitan Atlanta
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