Introduction: G4S Secure Solutions is one of the nation’s largest if not the largest private security companies. G4 was founded in Denmark and began its growth throughout Europe prior to becoming a public traded stock here in the states. Most people in the States had never heard of G4S until the staffing issues arose from the most recent Summer Olympics in London. G4S was not able to raise the required amount of Officers in order to secure the venues as well as the housing complexes. This incident brought about a public awareness for the need of proper staffing and training for said Officers. G4S used this setback as a springboard for aggressive hiring of returning Veterans. In 2006, G4S is introduced worldwide and partners with Wackenhut Inc. to form WSI then traded most recently as G4S Government Solutions.

A Closer Look at G4S:

G4S is the largest security company in the world and the second largest private employer in the world .Second only to Wal-Mart. The unique distinction that set G4S apart from its competitors is that G4S recognized the need for not physical security but the additional need for Cyber / Information security. This propelled the company into the stratosphere and allowed the company to penetrate the various Governments contracts worldwide.
Like most security companies G4S is based off of military settings but the unique organizational settings of G4S are its requirements and standards within the company. This company specializes in securing outsourcing in countries worldwide where security and safety are considered extreme and a high priority. This organization works with government agencies to ensure the safeguard of the facilities, money transfer, nuclear security and executive protection.

G4S locally is operated out of its Home Office in Arlington, VA. Out of this office all contracted sites from Washington, DC, Maryland and