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Security Consultant and Private Investigator in Fairfax County, Virginia
Based in Ashburn, in Loudoun County, I help organizations and families across Fairfax County, from Tysons Corner and Reston to Springfield, Centreville, and Annandale, with security consulting, private investigations, and safety training.
I am Zach Baumgart, a paramedic and former federal special agent with more than 25 years of public safety and law enforcement experience. About me
- Former federal special agent
- Licensed Private Investigator
- Certified Fraud Examiner
- Nationally Registered Paramedic
B Safe Advisor Group in Fairfax County
My business is based in Ashburn, in Loudoun County. Fairfax County is part of the area I serve directly. With 1,167,873 residents in the July 2025 estimates Source: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts, Fairfax County population estimate, July 2025, it is Virginia's most populous jurisdiction, with major corporate offices, professional firms, federal contractors, large school systems, and busy retail and restaurant districts including Tysons Corner and Reston Town Center. When you contact B Safe Advisor, you work directly with me, not a rotating team.
I am a Virginia-licensed private investigator and Certified Fraud Examiner with more than 25 years in public safety and federal law enforcement, including time as a federal special agent. I am also a paramedic and a former firefighter. I use that experience to shape my security audits, investigations, training, and the Security Director on Demand service.
Contact me to start with a confidential, complimentary initial consultation.
Security and Investigation Needs in Fairfax County
Fairfax County organizations often handle sensitive information, employ many people, and welcome the public every day. That creates a wide range of needs, including:
- Professional, legal, and financial offices: client records, money handling, fraud, and insider misconduct.
- Medical and dental offices: patient privacy, staff safety, and workplace threats.
- Retail stores, restaurants, and bars: shoplifting, robbery, cash handling, closing routines, and payment fraud.
- Government contractors and technology companies: sensitive information, valuable equipment, background investigations, and insider threats.
- Schools, childcare facilities, and houses of worship: emergency plans for threats, medical emergencies, and missing children.
- Families and individuals: threats, harassment, home security, and fraud and other scams.
Crime Trends in Fairfax County
Violent crime reported to the Fairfax County Police Department rose about 12% from 2024 to 2025, including a 35% increase in aggravated assaults. Source: Fairfax County Police Department crime dashboard, 2025 compared with 2024 for violent crime
Fraud-related crimes reported to the department rose about 15% from 2024 to 2025.
About 92% of fraud victims are individuals, and about two-thirds of fraud happens at a home, so families are the most common targets. Fairfax County Police reported that only 3.5% of fraud-related crimes were cleared, which means victims need to protect themselves and may benefit from private investigation services to gather evidence to recover lost funds. Source: Virginia State Police NIBRS, calendar year 2025 compared with 2024 for these crime statistics
Based on the data, some of the largest risks faced by Fairfax County families, businesses, and organizations are fraud, theft, and threats.
As a Certified Fraud Examiner and former federal criminal investigator, I help organizations and families tighten the controls that stop theft and fraud, prepare staff for incidents, and investigate when a loss occurs. Learn about my security audits, threat assessments, investigations, training, and Security Director on Demand.
Concerned about a security or safety issue such as fraud? Contact me for a confidential, complimentary initial consultation.
Percentages are based on crimes reported to the Fairfax County Police Department, not arrests or people, and are not adjusted for population. Figures come from the Virginia State Police crime statistics dashboard.
How I Can Help in Fairfax County
Security Director on Demand
Ongoing access to an experienced security leader, and all B Safe Advisor Group services, without the cost of a full-time hire.
Physical Security Audits
An independent review of your space, procedures, and high-risk areas, with a written report that ranks each finding by risk.
Private Investigations
Independent, confidential investigations of fraud, theft, inventory loss, threats, stalking, harassment, and allegations of misconduct.
Background Investigations
Pre-employment and vendor screening matched to the position, plus due diligence and executive background investigations.
Training
Fraud awareness, emergency medical response, Active Threat Response, and workplace violence prevention, customized for your team.
Emergency Procedures
Plans, staff training, and drills for critical incidents such as medical emergencies, fire, lockdown, and evacuation.
Threat Assessment and Management
I assess and investigate threats and harassment, then help you manage and reduce the risk through a mitigation plan.
Travel Security
Destination-specific briefings and training for travelers and groups leaving from Dulles, Reagan National, and beyond.
All services are available individually or as part of a Security Director on Demand contract. See my full list of services.
I also teach two safety courses for young people leaving home: B Safe at Spring Break, a three-hour course for high school juniors and seniors and college freshmen and sophomores who are new to spring break trips, and B Safe at College, a six-hour course for high school juniors, seniors, and graduates preparing to live away from home for the first time. Sessions are planned in and around Ashburn. Training session dates are coming soon! Contact me to get added to the notification list when I finalize the dates.
Ready to talk it through? The initial consultation is complimentary.
How It Works
Initial Consultation
A confidential consultation by phone or virtual meeting lasting about 15 minutes. The consultation is complimentary.
Scope and Contract
I recommend the services that fit your needs, and a written contract sets out the scope and terms.
Work
I do the work myself and report my findings to you.
Working with Local Agencies
I can serve as your liaison with the Fairfax County Police Department, Fairfax County Fire and Rescue, and the police departments of the City of Fairfax, City of Falls Church, Town of Vienna, and Town of Herndon, so you have a trusted contact before an incident, not after. In an emergency, call 9-1-1.
Towns, Cities, and Communities I Serve
I serve every town, city, and community in and around Fairfax County, including:
City of FairfaxCity of Falls ChurchHerndonViennaClifton
I also serve the major unincorporated communities of the county:
Tysons CornerMcLeanSpringfieldMount VernonChantillyFair OaksCentrevilleAnnandaleRestonGreat FallsOaktonBurkeLortonFranconiaKingstowneFairfax StationMerrifieldBailey's Crossroads
Nearby areas: Loudoun County, VA, Prince William County, VA, and Arlington County, VA. See my full service area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you serve all of Fairfax County?
Yes. I am based in Ashburn, in Loudoun County, and I serve organizations and families across Fairfax County, including the cities of Fairfax and Falls Church, the towns of Vienna and Herndon, and all surrounding communities.
Is Fairfax County safe?
Fairfax County is generally very safe, but violent crime in the county increased about 12% from 2024 to 2025.
Fraud-related crimes reported to the department rose about 15% from 2024 to 2025.
My services focus on security consulting, physical security assessments, threat assessment, fraud awareness and prevention, and private investigations to support the Fairfax County community. If you have security or safety concerns regarding your family, business, or organization, contact me for help.
Do you offer private investigations in Fairfax County?
Yes. I am a Virginia-licensed private investigator and a Certified Fraud Examiner. I handle investigations of fraud, threats, harassment, stalking, theft, inventory loss, employee misconduct, and other matters for businesses, attorneys, organizations, and families, and every matter is confidential.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. B Safe Advisor Group LLC is a bonded, insured, and licensed Private Security Services Business in Virginia (DCJS #11-30292), and I am a Virginia-licensed private investigator.
How do you investigate fraud?
I am a Certified Fraud Examiner and a Virginia-licensed private investigator, and I have more than 25 years in public safety and federal law enforcement, including major investigations of financial fraud and white collar crime.
To investigate fraud, I use numerous investigative techniques based on the unique facts and evidence of each investigation. Some of my techniques include interviews, analysis of financial records, gathering evidence such as CCTV footage, surveillance, and analysis of open-source and proprietary databases.
Do you sell guards, cameras, or alarms?
No. I do not sell security guards, alarms, cameras, or any other products or equipment, and I do not receive referral fees or commissions from any services or vendors I propose.
My advice and reports are always independent and unbiased, so you always get the best advice and the best client service.
How much does it cost?
The cost depends on the services you choose and the size and needs of your organization, such as the number of locations and whether you need a one-time project or ongoing support through a Security Director on Demand contract. As an example, a small single-location business would pay approximately $500 per month under a Security Director on Demand contract, which includes emergency plan updates, monthly meetings and drills, unlimited investigative consultations, and up to two initial threat assessments each month.
During the initial consultation, I can tailor the contract to your needs.
Can I get started online or by phone?
Yes. Call or text 571-643-2338, email contact@bsafeadvisor.com, or send a message. I respond within two business days.
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