Allied Universal appoints VP and Corporate Security Director

Allied Universal has named retired US Army Major General William J. Walker as Vice President and Corporate Security Director.

Walker joins Allied Universal after serving as the 38th Sergeant at Arms of the US House of Representatives for the 117th Congress.

New VP and Corporate Security Director

In his new role, Walker will utilise civilian and military executive leadership expertise to serve as a resource to Allied Universal customers.

Working to determine priorities for the protection of people, property and assets, the company has confirmed that Walker will advise on the allocation of resources based on risk, needs and policies.

“William is an accomplished safety, security and threat mitigation professional with a proven record of success designing, developing and integrating organisation-wide strategies to protect against internal and external vulnerabilities,” said Steve Jones, Global Chairman and CEO, Allied Universal.

“His recruitment to our already-winning team is going to be a game changing asset to the customers and communities we serve.”

“I’m proud to join the world’s security leader”

Walker previously served as Commanding General with the District of Columbia National Guard.

He was also Deputy Assistant Administrator for the US Drug Enforcement Administration and worked as Deputy Director of the National Intelligence Coordination Center via selection by the Department of Justice and the US Drug Enforcement Administration.

“I’m proud to join the world’s security leader and utilise my experience to identify new business opportunities and build strategic partnerships with clients,” he commented.

“Allied Universal is an extraordinary organisation and it’s a pleasure and privilege to be part of its vision for the future.”