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ABOUT PCC SECURE
At PCC Secure, our unwavering mission is to safeguard our clients against risks and threats while providing constant reassurance of our dedication for their safety.
We offer tailored security and investigation solutions to global and domestic corporations, families, and individuals. For more than 22 years, PCC Secure has been a trusted resource for those who value discretion and confidentiality in their security systems and protections.
With a long-standing reputation and a proven track record in the security and investigation industry, PCC Secure is a reliable advisor across a broad spectrum of industries.
Founder and CEO
Sal Lifrieri is the Founder and CEO of PCC Secure, with over 20 years of experience at the NYPD, where he achieved the rank of Detective 1st Grade and was a member of the elite Hostage Negotiation Team. He is certified as an Emergency Psychological Technician and by the Department of Justice as a Technical Assistance Provider for threat and vulnerability assessments. Mr. Lifrieri also served as the Director of Security and Intelligence Operations for New York City’s Office of Emergency Management, where he developed and implemented global intelligence operations. Additionally, he was an Executive Vice President and Diversified Security Solutions board member, now known as Securitas Security Services.
An internationally recognized security and terrorism expert, Mr. Lifrieri has lectured on crisis and consequence management for the US Department of Defense Marshall Center for International Security Studies and is a sought-after commentator by major news outlets such as ABC, CBS, CNN, Fox News, and NBC. He has also taught courses on terrorism and crisis management at Iona University, lectured at Fordham and Pepperdine Universities and was an instructor for the NYPD’s Homicide Investigators Course.
Mr. Lifrieri’s contributions to the industry and community include delivering numerous keynotes and lectures for the Risk Management Society (RIMS), the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA), and the US Department of Justice. Additionally, he has provided pro bono services for the Victims Assistance Center of Westchester County. In recognition of his community leadership, Mr. Lifrieri received the Guardian Angel Role Model Award in 2007 and the Shem Tov award from Stephen Wise Free Synagogue.
Mr. Lifrieri majored in Criminal Justice with a minor in Criminal Law for four years at John Jay College of Criminal Justice.
Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer
John Fitzpatrick is the Chief Operating Officer of PCC Secure, overseeing a wide range of protection-related activities for corporate leadership, commercial and residential properties, and transportation staff across multiple locations nationwide.
With 27 years of extensive law enforcement experience, Mr. Fitzpatrick has served as a commanding officer for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, managing several of the tristate area’s most extensive transportation facilities. He has played a crucial role in overseeing significant events in New York City, including the Republican National Convention at Madison Square Garden and the UN General Assembly.
Mr. Fitzpatrick was also an MTA Interagency Counter-Terrorism Task Force member, working closely with the FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Force and the NYPD Intelligence Bureau. He lectured on risk and threat assessment in this role and shared his expertise with MTA employees.
After retiring from law enforcement as a Deputy Inspector with the Port Authority Police Department, Mr. Fitzpatrick transitioned to the private sector, where he provided personal security for high-profile individuals, including the UN Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates, before joining PCC Secure.
Director, Specialized Training Division
Christine McQuillan is a Director and the Chief Course Designer and Producer at PCC Secure, where she leads the Specialized Training Division. She is responsible for developing and overseeing all online and in-person security training courses, ensuring they meet the highest industry standards for quality and effectiveness. With a robust instructional design and e-learning development background, Ms. McQuillan is adept at crafting engaging and comprehensive security training programs that provide participants with relevant, practical, and up-to-date knowledge.
At PCC Secure, Ms. McQuillan’s leadership has been instrumental in expanding the company’s training offerings, enabling clients to address evolving security challenges better. Her commitment to creating educational experiences that not only inform but also empower learners to apply their skills in real-world scenarios is unwavering. This dedication is evident in her innovative approach to course design, which incorporates interactive elements and multimedia, enhancing learner engagement and retention.
Before joining PCC Secure, Ms. McQuillan honed her skills as an educator in inner-city Chicago and as a flight attendant trainer, focusing on emergency evacuations, equipment procedures, and aviation security. Her niche expertise is creating courses on security, occupational health and safety, and public health topics, making her a valuable asset to PCC Secure’s training initiatives.
Ms. McQuillan holds a Bachelor of Science in Education from Illinois State University and is a Certified Instructional Trainer accredited by the Board of Certified Safety Professionals. Her commitment to professional development is further underscored by her completion of OSHA 30 outreach training. Her dedication to excellence and continuous improvement has established her as an instructional design and training leader.
In addition to her technical skills, Ms. McQuillan is known for her collaborative approach. She works closely with clients to ensure that training solutions align with their specific needs and objectives. Her unique ability to integrate client branding and messaging into course content further enhances the impact and effectiveness of the training programs she develops, demonstrating her understanding of client needs and her adaptability.
Danny Cordero heads the Specialized Training Division. He has more than 35 years of Law Enforcement and retired in 2014 as a Detective Sergeant from a New York State Agency. Mr. Cordero retired with numerous commendations for his dedication to the people of the State of New York. Mr. Cordero is a graduate of the New York State Homeland Security Active Shooter Instructor Course. He is also a Workplace Violence Instructor and a graduate of the New York State Police Investigators Course. Mr. Cordero is also a Certified Firearms Instructor and has been teaching firearms for over 25 years to Police Officers and civilians around the country.
Mr. Cordero spends most of his time instructing Active Shooter and Workplace Violence Courses around the country to corporate America, schools, and the private sector. He is highly sought after as a public speaker and has instructed over 50 courses in the last four years around the country.
Stephen V Reitano is the former Deputy Executive Director and CFO of the New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority, the largest authority in the Western Hemisphere. Prior to that he was the Commissioner of Finance for Westchester County, NY.
Mr. Reitano was also the president of the Enterprise Security Systems division of Diebold which installed the security systems for many major organizations including the United Nations, the Bank of America, the New York Times and the New York State Supreme Court in Brooklyn, NY.
Mr. Reitano has over 35 years of experience in management, finance and key governmental roles. He is currently the president of Sprague Associates LLC which he started in 2000. Reitano is a licensed real estate agent and a licensed mortgage loan officer in the State of New York. Reitano has a BA in economics and an MBA in financial management from Iona College where he currently serves on the board.
