About Corporate Security
Owner & Principal
Clint Hilbert is a licensed private investigator in North Carolina, and owner of Corporate Protection Technologies, a security consulting firm dedicated to creating cost-effective and sustainable high-performance security and protection programs. All client information is kept private and confidential.
Clint is also the former owner of Distinguished Pistol Outdoor Shooting Range, a premier shooting range complex dedicated to training law enforcement officers and private citizens on self-defense techniques and marksmanship accuracy.
"We must make a difference in how we protect ourselves against harm through environmental design, common-sense safety routines, uniquely applied security products and simplistic training. Good planning of your safety and security takes the "worry" out of life!"
Private and Public Leadership Experience:
- Operator of Distinguished Pistol Outdoor Shooting Range Complex
- Past President, Fraternal Order of Police, Chapter 72, NC
- Chief Security Officer, Betafence NV
- Global Safety & Security Director, Polycom
- VP of Environmental Health, Safety & Security, Paramount Pictures
- Director of Security Services, West Bay Region, California Pacific Medical Center, SutterHealth
- Corporate Security Director, Pacific Gas & Electric
- Global Security Director, General Electric (GE Healthcare & GE Rail)
- VP of Operations, U.S. Security Care, Inc. - Private Executive Protection
- Director of Federal Operations, Advanced Interactive Systems - Firearms Training
- Commander of Protective Services, U.S. Delegation to NATO
- Senior Protection Services Agent, SecDef & Joint Chiefs-of-Staff
- PM, Economic Crimes Unit, Technology Management Office, The Pentagon
- Special Agent-in-Charge, Southern European Task Force, Leghorn
- Special Agent-in-Charge, Procurement Fraud Unit, Rock Island Arsenal
- Team Leader, Drug Suppression Team
- Senior Agent, General Crimes Unit
Licenses, Certifications, Specialized Skills, Awards:
- NC Licensed Private Investigator (PI)
- NC Courrier
- Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP) (Ret)
- Diplomate, American Board for Certification in Homeland Security (DABCHS)
- Certified in Dignitary and Executive Protection (CDEP), ABCHS
- Chair, Exam Committee, Certification in Dignitary & Executive Protection, ABCHS
- Certified in Homeland Security, Level 4 (CHS-IV)
- Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) (Ret)
- Certified Government Facility Security Officer (FSO)
- NC Certified Instructor for Concealed Handgun
- NRA Certified Pistol Instructor - Master Class / Distinguished Pistol
- Senior Instructor for small arms marksmanship & combat matches, U.S.Army
- Competitor, U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit, All-Army Sports
- 1980 National .45 Caliber Service Pistol Champion, Custer Trophy & Patton Trophy
- 1980, 1988 & 1989 President's Hundred Tab, Pistol
- Life Member, Military Marksmanship Association
- Legion of Merit, DoD Meritorious Service, U.S Army Meritorious Service Medals
Graduate of the following Schools & Programs:
- Troy State University, MPA & BS Law Enforcement Administration
- U.S. Army Military Police School, Protective Services, Combatting Terrorism & Criminal Investigation
- Schule für Feldjäger und Stabsdienst (German Military Police School), Kommandoführer im Personenschutz (Leadership in Dignitary Protection)
- Institute of Public Service, Pan Am World Services, Hostage Negotiations
- International Association of Chiefs of Police, Terrorism and Civil Disorder & Investigation of Computer Fraud
- Defense Investigative Service, Defense Industrial Security Program
- Defense Systems Management College, Management of Defense Contracts
- Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, Advanced Microcomputer Program & White-Collar Crimes Investigation
- DoD Security Institute, Information Security Management & Industrial Security Management
- DoD Office of the Inspector General, Contracting and Procurement Fraud Investigation
- GSA Interagency Training Center, Government Contract Law
- North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), Cyber-Security Standards & Critical Infrastructure Protection
- U.S. Army Management Engineering Training Agency, In-Plant Quality Assurance & Advanced Management
- U.S. Army Logistics Management Center, Management of Acquisition Contracts - Advanced & Defense Reutilization and Marketing Operations
Our Consultants and Instructors
Corporate Protection Technologies manages a collective of independent security consultants and experts in order to provide the best solutions to its clients, globally. We know "one size doesn't fit all" when it comes to developing a security solution that works specifically for you and your family, or for your company, so we bring experts to the table as your partners to find that perfect fit.
Our Security Focus
Workplace Security
OFFICE SAFEGUARD
Move beyond basic responses and empower your team with active defense tools. A secure work environment enhances safety and confidence.
Home & Personal Safety
PERSONAL PROTECTION
Stay prepared and confident. Learn self-defense techniques for your home, vehicle, and workplace to stay safe.
Business Resilience
ORGANIZATION SECURITY
Strengthen your operational resilience with advanced security management, crisis response, and business continuity solutions.