COSECURE, a leading provider of comprehensive security and risk management solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Neil O’Hare as Director, effective November 1, 2026. With more than 25 years of operational and security leadership experience, O’Hare brings extensive expertise in physical security consulting, campus vulnerability assessments, emergency preparedness, and threat assessment.

Neil joins COSECURE following his work as Owner and Principal Consultant of an independent physical security consulting practice, where he advised K-12 independent schools, houses of worship, corporate campuses, and commercial and retail properties nationwide. His experience includes conducting comprehensive vulnerability assessments, evaluating physical security and access control systems, reviewing emergency response protocols, and developing actionable security strategies tailored to organizational needs.

“Neil brings an exceptional combination of hands-on security leadership and strategic consulting experience that will be invaluable to our clients,” said Daniel R. Pascale, CPP, CEO of COSECURE. “His ability to assess complex security challenges and develop practical, evidence-based solutions aligns directly with our approach to helping organizations build safer, more resilient environments. As we continue to expand our capabilities, particularly in campus safety and physical security, Neil’s expertise will be a tremendous asset to our team.”

Earlier in his career, O’Hare held security leadership positions at Tysons Corner Center, where he oversaw security operations, coordinated emergency response efforts with law enforcement and first responders, developed response plans, and supported active assailant preparedness exercises. His experience also includes conducting investigations and threat assessment interviews.

At COSECURE, O’Hare will support clients in identifying vulnerabilities, strengthening emergency preparedness, and implementing comprehensive security strategies that integrate people, processes, and technology. His experience collaborating with school administrators, governing boards, first responders, and other stakeholders will further enhance COSECURE’s capabilities across educational institutions and other complex campus environments.

O’Hare earned his Bachelor of Arts from Radford University and has completed specialized training in threat assessment and management, comprehensive school threat assessment, stalking risk assessment, and behavioral threat assessment and management. He is a member of the Association of Threat Assessment Professionals and the Canadian Association of Threat Assessment Professionals.