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Security Consultant and Private Investigator in Herndon, Virginia
Based in Ashburn, in Loudoun County, I help Herndon businesses, schools, houses of worship, and families 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 Herndon
My business is based in Ashburn, in Loudoun County. The Town of Herndon is in northwestern Fairfax County, near Washington Dulles International Airport and a Metrorail Silver Line station. Herndon is part of the Dulles Technology Corridor and hosts numerous large technology companies. 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 Herndon
Herndon combines a historic downtown, the Dulles Technology Corridor, the W&OD Trail, office parks, and neighborhoods close to Washington Dulles International Airport and the Route 28 corridor. That creates a wide range of needs, including:
- Downtown shops, restaurants, and services: theft, payment fraud, cash handling, and employee conduct.
- Technology, aerospace, and contractor offices: sensitive information, valuable equipment, and insider threats.
- Schools, childcare facilities, and camps: emergency plans for threats, medical emergencies, and missing children.
- Houses of worship and community groups: large gatherings, festivals, volunteers, and donations.
- Employees and families who travel: destination briefings and training for trips from nearby Washington Dulles International Airport.
- Families and individuals: threats, harassment, home security, and scams that target residents.
Offices that handle sensitive information and valuable equipment face insider threats and fraud, while downtown businesses face theft and payment fraud. I help organizations assess risk, screen staff and vendors, and investigate losses.
Crime Trends in Herndon
The Town of Herndon is protected by the Herndon Police Department.
Violent crime reported by the Herndon Police Department rose about 8% in 2025 compared to 2024, from 64 to 69 reports, including a 16% increase in aggravated assaults, from 43 to 50. Source: Virginia State Police NIBRS, calendar year 2025 compared with 2024 for these crime statistics
Fraud-related crimes reported to the Herndon Police Department fell about 17% from 2024 to 2025, but there were still 87 fraud-related crimes reported in 2025. Source: Virginia State Police NIBRS, calendar year 2025 compared with 2024 for these crime statistics
Fraud and theft can reach any business or family in Herndon.
As a Certified Fraud Examiner and former federal criminal investigator, I help organizations and families spot theft and fraud schemes, tighten the controls that stop them, and investigate when a loss occurs. Learn about my investigations, security audits, 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 Herndon 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 Herndon
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 Town of Herndon Police Department, Fairfax County Police Department, and Fairfax County Fire and Rescue, so you have a trusted contact before an incident, not after. In an emergency, call 9-1-1.
I also serve Ashburn, Falls Church, the City of Fairfax, Vienna, Sterling, and all of Fairfax County. See my full service area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you serve Herndon?
Yes. My business is based in Ashburn, in Loudoun County, so I can meet you at your location in Herndon, Reston, and the surrounding area.
Do you offer private investigations in Herndon?
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.
Is Herndon safe?
Recent crime trends in Herndon are mixed.
Violent crime reported by the Herndon Police Department rose about 8% in 2025 compared to 2024, from 64 to 69 reports, including a 16% increase in aggravated assaults, from 43 to 50.
Fraud-related crimes reported to the department fell about 17% from 2024 to 2025, but fraud and theft can still reach any business or family.
My services focus on security consulting, physical security assessments, fraud awareness and prevention, and private investigations to support the Herndon community. If you have security or safety concerns regarding your family, business, or organization, contact me for help.
Can you help technology and government contractor offices in Herndon?
Yes. I can audit physical security, review visitor and vendor access, conduct background investigations, and investigate insider misconduct and fraud.
Do you offer travel security for people who fly from Washington Dulles International Airport?
Yes. I provide travel security training, briefings, and support for travelers and groups.
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.
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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