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With three decades of distinguished experience in federal law enforcement and private security, Hector Tarango is a leading authority in the field. As a chief security consultant, private investigator, and trial consultant, Hector has supported high-profile clients, including former Federal and State prosecutors, on highly sensitive investigations. His expertise in special investigations and custom investigative strategies ensures immediate and effective results.

Hector has managed numerous sensitive and high-risk close protection assignments across the U.S., seamlessly coordinating with local law enforcement and government agencies to guarantee clients' safety and privacy. His contributions extend to enhancing security protocols for both private and public companies, conducting thorough interviews of witnesses and informants, and preparing detailed reports on findings and recommendations for prosecution.

Certified by the Texas Department of Public Safety's Private Security Board as a Private Investigation Manager, Hector's credentials are further bolstered by ASIS training in Active Shooter responses. His role encompasses cultivating new business opportunities while maintaining strong relationships with existing clients, ensuring comprehensive and reliable security solutions for all'

Mr. Jenkins has more than 20 years' experience managing and executing audits, asset tracing, and internal control reviews. Mark has provided expert witness reports and analysis in criminal and civil litigation matters. Mark has provided forensic accounting and investigative support in money laundering and Ponzi scheme cases.  Mark has led numerous litigations and investigations including corruption and fraud, FCPA, ITAR, white collar crime, and business interruption and fidelity insurance claims.  He has conducted investigations for financial institutions, large manufacturing multinationals and conglomerates globally.  Mark has conducted multiple reviews concerning construction bid rigging; vendor collusion; internal controls and fraud risk.

Background: Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Spanish Fluency, Arizona State Thunderbird Graduate School of International Management Master of Business Administration, University of Texas BA, Business Administration, Deloitte Financial Advisory Services, LLP.

Paul Barrows Paul comes to us with over 28 years of federal law enforcement experience. He started his career with the U.S. Treasury Department; transferred to the U.S. Department of Justice; and ended his career with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. He specialized in criminal alien fugitive investigations.  He has coordinated and participated in hundreds of international asset protection details. He served as a senior firearms and tactics instructor. Paul was also an instructor at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Brunswick, GA. He is a certified license to carry instructor for the State of Texas, and places an emphasis on safe handling and protection. Paul also has extensive knowledge of identity document fraud and I-9 inspections. His focus is surveillance, background checks, with additional capabilities in Open Source Intelligence.  Paul is a licensed Texas private investigator.  Paul has extensive training in Skip Tracing and in Forensic Interviewing (CFI-FTER).

• Threat Assessments
• Risk Assessments
• Criminal /Civil Case Review and support                
• Corruption Investigations
• Assistance with handling sensitive/mass terminations
• Extensive Background Investigations
• Executive protection pistol training
• Covert Operations
• Situational Awareness Training
• Social Media Searches
• Crisis Management
• Interviews and Interrogations
• Forensic Accounting
• Financial Investigations
• Anti-fraud Investigations
• Security Assessments
• Bug Sweeps
• Executive Protection
• Assett protection
• Undercover Operations/infiltrations
• Certified Fire Investigations

We offer top-notch investigators that have been trained according to  Federal law enforcement standards. We pride ourselves in maintaining a  small company feel by treating each case with care and consideration. No  issue is too big or too small. If you have a problem or security issue,  our experts can help you find a solution. Our associates have protected  Presidents and Dignitaries and possess excellent skills.  We have also  provided security services at major events, grand openings/dedications and private outings.  Our partners have worked in the energy sector and for Fortune 500 companies.  Our areas of expertise range from compliance programs to helping route out fraud waste and abuse.

Our experienced investigators have been trained at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) and have investigated a variety of federal violations. Our former federal special agents have investigated terrorists, drug traffickers, firearm traffickers and are dedicated to providing award-winning service to our clients. Let us put our 60 years of experience to work for you. Our new partners come from the private sector and possess a unique set of skills that empowers Vindico to help public and private companies in the area of security, security assessments, compliance, due diligence, internal investigations, and gray market products.  We take the time to do a thorough investigation ensuring you get the answers you are looking for. We are determined to work hard to earn our client's loyalty every day. We're here to help!