IRVINE, Calif. — Global security and facility services provider Allied Universal today announced that Paul E. Masto has been appointed vice president of business development for Allied Universal Enhanced Protection Services, a business unit of Allied Universal.
Masto brings 25 years of experience with the United States Secret Service, where he served on both the Presidential Protective Division and the Vice Presidential Protective Division during the Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush administrations.
Throughout his career, he “developed and implemented layered security systems for presidential and vice presidential candidates and he led protective details for visiting foreign heads of state,” according to the company announcement.
“As demand for specialized security solutions continues to grow, we’re investing in leaders who bring exceptional expertise and credibility,” says Glen Kucera, president of Allied Universal Enhanced Protection Services, in the company announcement. “Paul’s experience and client-focused approach will help us continue to expand our Enhanced Protection Services business while delivering the customized security strategies our clients expect.”
What Did Masto Do Before Joining Allied Universal?
Masto served as the assistant special agent in Charge of the U.S. Secret Service’s Las Vegas Field Office, where he oversaw the protective operations and criminal investigations. Under his leadership, the office ranked first among all Secret Service Field Offices in asset forfeitures and seizures.
He also served on the Secret Service’s elite Counter Assault Team and is a graduate of the United States Park Police Horseback Riding Academy. He worked as the co-site supervisor for the Utah Olympic Park during the 2002 Winter Olympics, overseeing the deployment of approximately 750 federal agents and National Guard Troops.
Throughout his career, he was responsible for hundreds of federal and state arrests while serving in the New York, Washington D.C., Baltimore and Las Vegas field offices.
In addition to his government service, Masto previously founded and led Universal Security Specialists, a global security consulting firm specializing in customized security assessments and enterprise-wide vulnerability evaluations and operational analysis for high-net-worth individuals.
“I’m excited to join Allied Universal and use my training, expertise and worldwide network of colleagues to help grow the Enhanced Protection Services business,” says Masto in the company announcement. “Throughout my career, I’ve built strong relationships and developed a deep understanding of protective intelligence, risk assessment and client-focused security planning.
“I look forward to bringing those experiences to Allied Universal and helping our clients address today’s evolving security challenges,” he says.
Masto earned bachelor’s degrees in English and psychology from Syracuse University.
