US Armor Group’s Executive Team’s background include former Elite Military Special Operation and Law Enforcement Special Unit members, giving us the ability to address the threats our clients face anywhere across the planet. Our team and network consists of public-private partnerships with government, defense and security contractors.
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Jeff is an established leader in risk management, threat mitigation, and protective technology. With over 30 years of experience in law enforcement, security, and defense manufacturing, he has dedicated his career to developing practical, effective solutions that enhance safety and performance across industries. His expertise includes surveillance and counter-surveillance, AI-based security systems, explosive and weapon detection, structural fortification, armored vehicle design, and non-lethal protective technologies.
Jeff began his career at age 20 as a Reserve Police Officer with the Simi Valley Police Department while earning his Bachelor of Science in Criminology and Justice from California Lutheran University. Two years later, he joined the Los Angeles Police Department, serving for more than two decades in specialized assignments. As part of an elite FBI Fugitive Task Force, he led operations to track and apprehend dangerous fugitives across the U.S. and Mexico. His advanced training included work with LAPD SWAT, the Special Investigation Section (SIS), and FBI operational units. He also trained federal agents in surveillance and covert operational tactics.
Concurrently with the later part of his law enforcement career, Jeff founded Black Hawk Protection Group, a firm specializing in high-level security, designing custom-made armored vehicles, and implementing risk management solutions. He later launched a defense and technology company focused on lightweight, high-performance armored vehicles for law enforcement, government agencies, and private clients worldwide. These ventures evolved into U.S. Armor Group, now recognized internationally for its leadership in global threat mitigation and protective innovation.
Jeff’s work and insights have been featured in Forbes, Fox News, Bloomberg, Robb Report, duPont Registry, Luxe Exposé, and Jay Leno’s Garage Show, among many others. Known for his hands-on leadership, ability to recruit top global talent, and unwavering commitment to excellence, he continues to advance the standards of protection and security technology worldwide.
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Command Sgt. Major Vega’s (CSM) (Ret.) career is a testament to leadership, elite expertise, and operational excellence in the most challenging arenas of modern warfare. As a highly decorated former Delta Force Special Mission Unit Operator, Vega’s legacy is defined by his ability to excel in high-stakes environments and shape strategies for complex scenarios.
Vega is the current Deputy Director and Co-Founder of the National Center for Urban Operations (NCUO) at Fort Hamilton, NY. The NCUO is a distinguished, nonpartisan, and nonprofit research organization committed to providing critical expertise and insights to leaders navigating complex urban environments. The organization plays a vital role in supporting national security, public safety, and urban resiliency initiatives.
He was also the co-founder and Senior Operational Advisor to the elite, U.S. Army’s Asymmetric Warfare Group. Here, Vega spearheaded the development of strategies for emerging threats in Multi-Domain Operations. His contributions include counterterrorism initiatives, Subterranean Warfare solutions, and strategies to mitigate the impact of Weapons of Mass Destruction. Additionally, he co-founded the U.S. Army’s Improvised Explosive Device (IED) Task Force, a critical initiative aimed at reducing battlefield casualties from IEDs.
Vega’s military journey began with the 1st Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment. He then joined the 7th Special Forces Group, excelling as a Sniper and Team Sergeant. Vega was recruited into Delta Force, also known as the 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment-Delta (1st SFOD-D). For over two decades, he distinguished himself as an elite Special Mission Unit Operator, executing high-stakes global operations and earning multiple awards for valor in combat.
CSM (Ret.) Vega’s extensive skill set spans high-threat protective services, physical security, and vulnerability assessments. He remains a sought-after expert, providing advanced training solutions to military and law enforcement units worldwide.
Some of his specialties include:
• Irregular warfare and counterterrorism tactics
• Red team operations
• Protection of high-value assets
• Advanced breaching techniques
• Robotics and drone integration in combat
• Underground warfare
• Locating and identifying Weapons of Mass Destruction
Throughout his career, Vega deployed to numerous global hotspots, including Grenada, Panama, Colombia, Somalia, Kosovo, Afghanistan, and Iraq. These deployments showcased his adaptability and effectiveness in diverse operational environments. As a Master Breacher for Delta Force, he successfully tackled some of the world’s most fortified obstacles, exemplifying his tactical ingenuity and leadership under pressure.
Vega has trained over 30 Brigade Combat Teams, Ranger Battalions, Special Forces units, and law enforcement groups. His expertise in subterranean combat operations, Close-Quarters Battle (CQB), and modern combat technologies ensures the readiness of the next generation of warfighters.
CSM (Ret.) Vega’s legacy reflects an extraordinary blend of leadership, operational excellence, and strategic foresight. His unwavering commitment to national security and his ability to lead in the most demanding environments have left an indelible mark on military and law enforcement communities worldwide.
Erik Kramer is a retired U.S. Army Special Forces lieutenant colonel and senior fellow at the National Center for Urban Operations. With over 34 years of combined military, government, and private sector experience, he has served in operational, instructional, and strategic leadership roles across multiple theaters and domains, including electronic warfare and emerging technologies.
A career Army Special Forces officer and Eastern Europe Foreign Area Officer, Kramer deployed to Afghanistan, Iraq, Bosnia, Kosovo, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, leading from detachment through battalion-equivalent levels. He concluded his military service at the Pentagon in the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Special Operations & Low Intensity Conflict (ASD-SOLIC), focusing on special operations policy and irregular warfare.
Kramer also served with the U.S. Army’s Asymmetric Warfare Group, advising senior U.S. and NATO leadership on adversary tactics, including Russian hybrid warfare and electronic warfare. He coauthored the widely used Russian New Generation Warfare Handbook and conducted field research on Russian operations in eastern Ukraine. In the private sector, he led the Emerging Technology Institute (ETI) — a defense tech firm specializing in electronic warfare, robotics, unmanned systems, and AI support to DoD and first responders.
He is a former professor of Military Science at The Citadel and holds a B.A. in Political Science from The Citadel and an M.A. in Eurasian Studies from the Naval Postgraduate School. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Defense Studies at King’s College London, where his dissertation examines the convergence of emerging technologies, electronic warfare, and urban operations. Kramer currently directs the Ukraine Defense Support Group (UDSG) in Kyiv, where he has trained Ukrainian forces since 2022.
Trent Clark is a retired U.S. Army Sergeant Major with 26 years of service, most of it spent at the intersection of Special Operations, cybersecurity, and advanced information technology. As CEO of a cybersecurity firm and former Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (JHU/APL) Fellow, Trent brings mission-driven leadership and technical expertise to clients navigating today’s evolving threat landscape.
Throughout his career, Trent held some of the military’s most selective leadership and technical roles, operating within and alongside three-letter agencies where discretion, precision, and innovation were paramount. He served as a member of the Asymmetric Warfare Group (AWG), focusing on cybersecurity threat mitigation and secure communications in hostile environments. He is also a Cybersecurity Subject Matter Advisor for the National Center of Urban Operations (NCUO), where he advises government agencies, the Department of Defense, and first responders on cybersecurity in complex urban environments.
Trent’s portfolio spans threat and vulnerability assessments, secure communications architecture, Red and Blue Team operations, and cybersecurity strategies designed to perform under pressure. Whether briefing executives, mentoring operators, or leading technical implementations, he’s known for making complex security challenges both understandable and actionable.
He holds a B.S. in Information Technology and Cybersecurity from Liberty National University and maintains top-tier certifications, including CISSP, OSCP, CEH, and Security+. At U.S. Armor Group, Trent leads from the front—driving cybersecurity innovation for high-net-worth clients and mission-focused organizations. His current focus centers on integrating AI and machine learning into real-world security frameworks that don’t just react, but anticipate.
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Ray brings a distinguished background in Presidential Protection, Intelligence, and Threat Mitigation to our team. With years of experience providing close-contact protection for three former U.S. Presidents, Ray's expertise is unparalleled.
Throughout his career, he has held critical roles, including serving on protection details for high-ranking government officials and engaging in high-risk undercover operations. His work with various agencies has encompassed counter-terrorism initiatives and the interrogation of high-value individuals in matters relating to U.S. national security. Ray’s proficiency in intelligence and interrogation has been instrumental in supporting Red Team Operations and shaping innovative security strategies.
Since retiring from a respected law enforcement agency, Ray has dedicated his efforts to developing and implementing best practices for safeguarding places of worship against emerging threats. His passion for protecting vulnerable spaces, coupled with his extensive knowledge, has made him an invaluable asset to our organization.
Due to the sensitive nature of his previous assignments, we honor Ray's privacy and confidentiality.
John is a passionate cybersecurity professional and educator consistently brought in to solve the industry's most complex challenges.
John brings a wealth of knowledge to the industry. His technical understanding includes advanced topics such as DevSecOps, Artificial Intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things, and advanced Purple Team Strategies. John holds multiple industry certifications, such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP), and numerous Cisco and Microsoft certifications. John has a BS in Applied Technology (Electrical Engineering) and an MS in Information Systems and Information Assurance.
John has spent most of his career working for the Department of Defense as a uniformed service member in the US Army. Much of this time was spent supporting the engineering and sustainment of enterprise-level information systems supporting deployed and stateside US forces. In addition to his government service, John is an adjunct professor at the University of Maryland Global Campus, instructing students in cybersecurity and IT disciplines. He has conducted numerous Information Technology boot camps focusing on Cybersecurity, Computer Networking, Server Administration, and Entry-level Programming.
In the latter half of his career, John focused on providing technical advice to senior leaders of both the US Army and the Joint Chiefs of Staff. John’s portfolio included cloud acquisitions, 5G, AI/ML, Cross Domain Solutions, and cybersecurity evaluation of multiple technologies going through the DOD acquisition process. John is comfortable and proficient at breaking down complex technology so senior leaders can make informed decisions.
John started his cybersecurity consulting business to pass his extensive knowledge and experience to the private sector. He aims to provide industry-leading security and education to organizations facing routine and complex cybersecurity challenges.
Peter Facchini is a pioneer in the field of security and protection, currently steering ProtectED Solutions as its CEO and Co-Founder, while also serving with distinction in the Fulton County Sheriffs Office, as well as bringing unparalleled expertise to the forefront of US Armor Group in the Structural Security Division. He brings over two decades of specialized experience in Special Operations, with a notable emphasis on Structural Fortification and Government Intelligence. His career, marked by 20+ military operations to high-threat environments and recognition for valor on four occasions, showcases his unparalleled expertise in solution development and problem-solving.
Additionally, Pete's background includes leading roles with the Asymmetric Warfare Group (AWG), where he spearheaded operations and intelligence fusion, counter-terrorism strategies, and advanced training programs. His expertise in conducting high-threat protective services, physical security assessments, and vulnerability analysis across the globe sets him apart as a leader in national security, public safety, and urban resilience.
Pete integrates his vast experience in direct action, small unit tactics, and sniper operations into developing cutting-edge training solutions, design, and implements innovative security solutions aimed at enhancing the safety for citizen near and abroad. His contributions to irregular warfare, counterterrorism, and global security challenges underscore his commitment to enhancing operational effectiveness and safety.
Pete's role at US Armor Group leverages his mastery and provides strategic direction, innovative approaches, tactical excellence, and strategic foresight, making him a beacon for top executives and high-value individuals, seeking to navigate the complexities of global security challenges with confidence. His leadership is pivotal in advancing the organization's mission to support leaders in complex environments.
Byron Rodgers, a distinguished Marine Corps combat veteran, serves as the CEO of Bravo Research Group, bringing with him over a decade of expertise in executive protection and security management. His background is fortified with a Master's degree in Forensic Psychology and extensive experience in high-stakes security operations across 60 + countries.
Byron's clientele is notably diverse, including celebrities, CEOs, religious leaders, and political figures, all of whom have depended on his skill in ensuring their safety through customized security solutions. Rodgers is renowned for his commitment to building enduring relationships and delivering unparalleled service. As the founder of the Executive Protection Lifestyle brand and podcast, he has disseminated his profound insights and best practices, nurturing a community dedicated to excellence in the executive protection field. His dedication to the industry is further exemplified by his establishment of the League of Executive Protection Specialists, a leading training institution focused on elevating standards and developing new talent in executive protection. Leadership is a fundamental aspect of Rodgers' professional ethos.
He has been at the forefront of global security operations since 2008, expertly managing all facets of private security details, including strategic planning, digital strategy, vendor relations, and customer service. His leadership extends to maintaining rigorous training standards, overseeing budgets, and the implementation of effective policies and procedures.
With a unique blend of military discipline, forensic psychology insights, and executive protection knowledge, Byron Rodgers stands out as a leader in the security industry. He is dedicated to ensuring the utmost safety and tranquility for those under his protection, upholding the highest standards of excellence in every mission.
Our core values serve as the compass that guides our every action and decision. We are driven by a set of unwavering principles.
We hold ourselves to uncompromising standards, pushing the boundaries of our expertise to consistently deliver exceptional results. Through continuous learning and staying ahead of potential threats, we ensure that our clients receive innovative solutions that surpass expectations.
Our clients are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to understanding your unique needs, concerns, and goals, and tailoring our strategies accordingly. Our client-centric approach means that we listen attentively, providing threat mitigation solutions that fit your needs.
Collaboration is the driving force behind our success. We believe that the collective wisdom of our diverse team leads to optimal outcomes for our clients. By fostering an environment of teamwork and open communication, we tap into the full range of expertise available within our company.
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