Darby Avant Dss, Cpp, Psp, Pci, Csyp, F.isrm, Fsyl

Darby Avant has extensive work experience in security management and interagency operations. They started their career as a SEAL R&S/Sniper Element Leader in the Naval Special Warfare Development Group from 1991 to 1999. They then served as a SEAL Interagency Operations Specialist, first at USSOCOM from 1998 to 2001, and later at SOCCENT from 2001 to 2004, where they established the SOC's presence in Yemen.

In 2005, Avant joined the Federal Bureau of Investigation as a GS-15 Personnel Recovery Program Manager, where they developed and managed the Bureau's Personnel Recovery and Reintegration Policies and Plans.

From 2011 to 2015, Avant worked for Hunt Oil Company as the Yemen Country Security Manager, responsible for the security of company assets and personnel in Yemen. They later served as the Benin Country Security Manager from 2013 to 2015, and as an International Security Advisor in the Kurdish region of Iraq in 2013.

In 2016, Avant became the Iraq Country Security Manager at Hunt Oil Company, overseeing all security matters in Iraq. Their responsibilities included conducting risk assessments and maintaining the Company Security Manual.

Throughout their career, Avant has demonstrated expertise in risk assessment, policy development, interagency liaison, and security management. They hold multiple certifications, including DSS, CPP, PSP, PCI, CSyP, F.ISRM, and FSyl.

Darby Avant, DSS, CPP, PSP, PCI, CSyP, F.ISRM, FSyl has an extensive education background. In 2018, Darby Avant obtained a Doctorate degree in Strategic Security from National American University. Additionally, Darby Avant holds a Master of Science (MS) degree in International Management from Troy University and a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in International Administration from Oklahoma State University.

Furthermore, Darby Avant has completed several courses and programs to enhance their knowledge and expertise. Darby Avant has completed the ASIS Security Executive Development Program at The Wharton School and has also participated in the 7th and 8th Annual Yemen Exchanges, where they completed a 30+ hour course on Yemeni Politics, Economy, Civil Society, and Security. Moreover, Darby Avant has taken part in The Tunis Exchange, where they completed an intensive course on Tunisian Politics, Economy, Civil Society, and Security.

Apart from formal education, Darby Avant has obtained various certifications and accreditations. Some of the certifications include UK OFQUAL Level 5 Award in Organizational Resilience from the ISRM - Institute of Strategic Relationship Management, CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor from EMS Safety Services, National Registry and Wilderness Emergency Medical Technician from the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians, and Tactical Combat Casualty Care-Medical Providers from 911 TACTICAL LLC.

In addition, Darby Avant holds the following professional certifications: Professional Certified Investigator (PCI) and Certified Protection Professional (CPP) from ASIS International, Physical Security Professional (PSP) from ASIS International, and NEBOSH International Oil and Gas from NEBOSH.

Darby Avant also has affiliations with various professional organizations and institutions. They are a Fellow at The Institute of Strategic Risk Management and The Security Institute. They also hold the designation of Chartered Security Professional from the Register of Chartered of Security Professionals.

While additional information regarding specific months and years of obtaining certain certifications is not available, it is worth noting that Darby Avant has a diverse range of certifications and educational achievements that contribute to their qualifications and expertise in the field of security and risk management.