R. M.

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About

A highly skilled and adaptable Close Protection Operative with a Royal Marines background, Reid Crawford Monaghan brings over a decade of elite military experience and a proven track record in private security. He has successfully transitioned into the high-net-worth security sector, currently serving as a Residential Security Team (RST) Operator for a foreign royal family. His expertise spans across close protection, risk assessment, operational security, and crisis response, making him a sought-after professional in the security industry.

Reid possesses exceptional situational awareness, sharp protective instincts, and the ability to work effectively under high-pressure conditions. With a natural ability to lead, mentor, and train teams, he ensures that operational environments remain secure while maintaining a discreet and professional presence. His experience includes securing high-profile clients, working in hostile environments, and developing strategic security plans tailored to dynamic and unpredictable threats.

Core Competencies
• Close Protection & Residential Security (High-net-worth individuals & corporate clients)
• Threat & Risk Assessment (Situational awareness, crisis management)
• Leadership & Training (Royal Marines instructor, mentoring security teams)
• Hostile Environment Operations (Trained for high-risk and complex scenarios)
• Emergency Medical Response (L3 FREC, trauma intervention)
• Surveillance & Defensive Driving (Currently training in advanced surveillance & RoSPA driving)

Career Highlights
• Current Role: Residential Security Team | Foreign Royal Family (2024-Present)
• Provides comprehensive security while respecting cultural customs
• Adapts to fast itinerary changes and collaborates with senior personnel
• Monitors local crime intelligence and maintains perimeter security
• 12 Years of Royal Marines Service (2012-2024)
• Royal Marines Instructor (Trained recruits in high-risk environments)
• Armoured Support Group Section Commander (Led global deployments in complex operations)
• Training Development Specialist (Designed & implemented advanced military training programs)

Professional Qualifications
• SIA Level 3 Close Protection | Hostile Environment Close Protection Operator
• L3 First Response Emergency Care (FREC) | Paediatric First Aid
• L4 Leadership & Management | L3 Training & Education
• Private Pilot’s License – Helicopter | Advanced IT & Digital Security Training
• Security Clearances: SC-DV | DBS/CRB

With a commitment to professional development, Reid continues to refine his skills, undertaking advanced surveillance training, defensive driving (RoSPA), and medical response qualifications. He aims to expand his expertise within the global close protection circuit, offering gold-standard service to high-profile individuals and organizations.