Industry
ATPS Security provides embassy security services in Washington, DC for chanceries, ambassador residences and diplomatic events. Our officers handle access control, perimeter patrol and visitor screening with discretion. As a DC-based company with Special Police Officers available, we understand the District's rules and the protocols diplomatic clients expect.
At a glance
Embassy Security Services
Updated October 2026
What we solve
Demonstrations near the property that require calm, professional handling.
Visitors, deliveries and staff screened to the mission's standards.
Security that is present without drawing attention to the mission.
We build post orders with the mission's security officer, staff fixed posts at entrances and perimeters, and coordinate with local police when public activity is expected. For receptions and visiting delegations, we add event and executive protection coverage.
Services
Where we work
ATPS Security provides embassy security services from our Washington, DC headquarters across Maryland and Virginia, with regional operations leaders in Southern Maryland and on the Eastern Shore. We are also licensed in West Virginia, Tennessee, Florida, Texas, Mississippi, South Dakota.
HeadquartersThe Watergate Building, 2600 Virginia Ave NW, Suite 205Officer typesArmed, unarmed and Special Police Officers (SPOs)
LicensingSecurity guards certified through the Maryland State Police
How it starts
A supervisor walks your property, reviews past incidents and asks how your people use the space. You get a written coverage recommendation.
We write clear post orders, set check-in points and match licensed officers to the post: armed, unarmed or DC Special Police Officer.
Officers report through GPS-enabled software, supervisors check posts, and you have a direct line to leadership whenever you need it.
FAQ
Need an answer that is not here? Call 888-278-9125. Operations are staffed 24/7.
Yes. We are based in DC and provide officers for chanceries, residences and diplomatic events.
In DC, a Special Police Officer is commissioned through the Metropolitan Police Department and holds more authority on the property they protect than a standard security officer.
Yes. We provide access control, guest screening and protection for receptions and visiting officials.
Get started
Tell us about your property and our team will follow up to schedule a walk-through. For urgent coverage, call us any time.
