About Us

About NextGen Security

Who We Are

Committed to building long-term partnerships and delivering solutions our customers can rely on.

NextGen Security delivers integrated security solutions nationwide through a network of regional offices and expert field teams.

By partnering with industry-leading technology providers, we design and deploy tailored security strategies that protect people, assets, and critical operations across diverse environments.

From concept to completion and beyond we are committed to responsive support, lasting partnerships, and solutions that grow and adapt with your business.

1,000+ CUSTOMERS

2,500+ FACILITIES SERVED

800+ PRODUCT CERTIFICATIONS

99%+ CUSTOMER RETENTION

Meet the Team

Leadership Built on Decades of Experience

Our leadership team holds certifications from leading industry bodies and brings decades of combined field experience across chemical, energy, maritime, and critical infrastructure sectors.

Executive Leadership

Frank Brewer

CEO & Co-Founder

Ryan Loughin

COO and Co-Founder

Dwight Smith

Chief Administration & Finance Officer

Clayton Brewer

President

Corporate Leadership

Rebecca Winters

VP, Human Resources & Administration

Bill Sayer

VP, Finance & Accounting

Regional Leadership

Ryan Rieger

VP, Strategic Solutions

Michael Ficco

VP of Engineering, East

Chris Cundey

Senior VP of Operations, East

Aaron Brown

VP of Service, East

Marc Petrucelli

VP of Business Development, East

Louis Martin

VP, Northeast Mid-Atlantic

Eric Carrier

VP, SouthEast

Kris Meyer

VP, South Texas

Max Kidd

VP, North Texas

Jeffery Williams

Senior VP of Operations, West

Zach Muhleman

VP of Engineering, West

Timmy Pugh

VP of Service, West

Certifications

Our Certifications & Credentials

NextGen Security is firmly committed to maintaining accreditations that equip us to provide the most superior solutions to our specialized clientele.

ASIS Certified Protection Professional® (CPP)

The gold standard in security management. Requires nine years of security work experience (or a bachelor's degree with seven years), including at least three years in responsible charge of a security function, plus a 200+ question exam covering eight key domains of security management.

ASIS Certified Physical Security Professional® (PSP)

Specialist certification in physical security assessment and design. Requires six years of progressive physical security experience and a timed exam covering threat assessment and risk analysis, integrated physical security systems, and identification and implementation of appropriate security measures.

CVI and TWIC® — Chemical-terrorism Vulnerability Information and Transportation Worker Identification Credential

Defined and administered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, the CVI program protects information pertaining to chemical facilities. The TWIC program provides appropriate vetting and credentialing of workers requiring unescorted access to secure areas of the nation's maritime facilities and vessels.

ISNetworld & Avetta Safety Verified

Our zero-harm environmental, health, safety & risk management policy is reviewed and verified by ISNetworld and Avetta contractor prequalification programs. Includes a 600-page internal safety program and weekly safety training for all NextGen employees.

Memberships

Industry Association Memberships

Through our affiliations with well-established industry organizations, NextGen actively collaborates with security professionals and stakeholders across law enforcement, energy, higher education, and medicine.

ASIS International

For more than 60 years, ASIS International has been the leading organization for security professionals worldwide, dedicated to increasing the effectiveness and productivity of security specialists through programs, materials, and advocacy addressing broad security interests.

Energy Security Council (ESC)

A unique non-profit organization created to proactively discuss and address issues specific to energy security, consisting of professionals in the global oil, gas, power generation, transmission, petrochemical, and related service industries.

IACLEA

The International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators is the leading voice for the campus public safety community, representing more than 1,000 colleges and universities in 10 countries.

IAHSS

The International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety is a professional association with more than 2,000 members serving healthcare security and safety leaders across the country.

Work With Us

Let's Build Something Secure

Ready to discuss your security requirements? Our team is standing by.