Timothy R. Reboulet
M6 Global Defense
- Cybersecurity
- Executive Protection
- Executive Risk Advisory
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Matthew V. Wharton Sr. serves as President for Strategic Accounts at Guidepost Solutions and works from the firm’s Dallas office. He is a career security professional with more than 35 years of experience leading security consulting and integration firms.
Matthew designs solutions from what he calls The Owner’s Perspective, with recommendations that meet regulatory and fiscal requirements and turn internal security functions from cost centers into sources of corporate investment that strengthen the integrity of the enterprise and enhance shareholder value.
An industry thought leader, he is often sought after for applying technology and operational solutions in a master planned approach for leading corporations and other significant end users worldwide. He relates to executive stakeholders as a peer and communicates risk management improvements in terms that inspire funding and support.
Matthew has been with Guidepost Solutions since 2002 and founded its Technology Design Consulting practice. His specialties include strategic cyber and physical security initiatives, master plans, business cases and return on investment analysis, technology research, acquisition due diligence, profit center management, outsourcing programs, and assessments of security threats, risks, vulnerabilities and opportunities for improvement.
He also prepares budgets and fiscal plans for security improvements and builds long term strategic relationships with clients. He is affiliated with ASIS International.
A physical security assessment looks at a site the way a determined offender would. Matthew V. Wharton examines perimeter and access control, lighting, sightlines, surveillance coverage, staffing, policies and how people actually move through the space. The result is a written set of findings ranked by risk, with practical recommendations that leadership can budget for and act on. You can also browse other physical security assessments consultants in the directory.
Physical and cyber risks increasingly overlap. Matthew V. Wharton helps organizations understand how networked cameras, access control and building systems can create exposure, and how policy, design and training reduce it.
Boards and executives need security advice they can act on. Matthew V. Wharton translates threats and vulnerabilities into business terms, helping leaders set priorities, allocate budget and make defensible decisions about risk.
Credentials matter because they are earned, not bought. Board certifications from ASIS International and designations from the International Association of Professional Security Consultants require documented experience, a rigorous exam or peer review, and ongoing professional education. When you compare consultants, ask which credentials each holds, who issued them and whether they are current.
Every engagement begins with understanding the specific site, organization or case. Matthew V. Wharton reviews the available documents, incident history and current practices before forming any opinion, so that recommendations fit the real situation rather than a generic checklist.
Findings are grounded in recognized industry guidelines, professional standards and lessons learned from comparable sites and incidents. That makes recommendations easier to defend in front of a board, an insurer, a regulator or a court.
Clients receive clear findings ranked by risk, with practical steps that range from quick policy and training changes to longer term investments in design and technology. The aim is real improvement that the organization can afford and sustain.
Executives, attorneys and front line staff all need to understand the findings. Matthew V. Wharton explains technical issues in plain language and is available to walk leadership or counsel through the results.
Matthew works with leading corporations and large end users that need security master plans, business cases and technology strategies that executives can fund with confidence.
Every organization is different, so the first step is always to understand your goals, your constraints and what has already been tried. Whether you need a one time review, ongoing advice or support for a specific project or case, Matthew V. Wharton can explain what a realistic scope looks like and what results you can expect.
If any of these apply, an independent review by a consultant such as Matthew V. Wharton can show where the real gaps are and which fixes matter most.
Independent consultants are paid for their judgment, not for selling products or staffing hours. That independence lets Matthew V. Wharton give candid advice about what is working, what is not and what is worth the investment. For attorneys, independence and recognized credentials are what make an expert opinion credible. For organizations, it means recommendations that are sized to the actual risk rather than to a sales target.
Professional bodies such as ASIS International and the International Association of Professional Security Consultants (IAPSC) set credentials and ethical standards for this work, and clients increasingly look for those markers when choosing an expert.
A good consultant will welcome these questions. Matthew V. Wharton can walk you through credentials, experience and approach in a short first conversation.
The best time is before an incident: during planning for a new building or renovation, after a change in leadership or operations, when an audit or insurer raises concerns, or when staff report growing worries about safety. A consultant can also help after an incident, reviewing what happened and what should change.
An independent consultant does not sell guards, cameras or alarm equipment, so recommendations are based only on the client’s risk and needs. That independence is also why attorneys and courts give weight to the opinions of independent experts.
Most engagements include an initial conversation, a review of documents and history, a site visit or case review where appropriate, and a written report or opinion. The scope, timeline and fee are agreed at the start so there are no surprises.
Matthew works from the Dallas office of Guidepost Solutions and supports clients across the United States and worldwide.
Fees depend on the size and complexity of the property or case, the amount of material to review, travel and whether testimony is needed. Most consultants work on an hourly basis or a fixed project fee agreed in advance. Ask Matthew V. Wharton for an estimate once the scope is clear, and see our cost guide for typical ranges.
A focused site assessment or case review can often be completed in a few weeks, while larger programs, multiple sites or complex litigation take longer. Court deadlines and board meetings can usually be accommodated when they are shared at the start, so mention any dates in your first message.
Use the contact form on this page to send a message directly, or visit Guidepost Solutions. Include a short description of your property, organization or case, the type of help you need and your timeline.
Most engagements start with a short conversation about the situation, the questions that need answers and any deadlines. From there, Matthew V. Wharton recommends a clear scope, whether that is an assessment, a program review, training or expert witness support.
A little preparation makes the first conversation more useful. Have a short description of the property, organization or case ready, note any recent incidents, claims or deadlines, and gather existing documents such as security plans, policies, prior assessments or pleadings. With that information, Matthew V. Wharton can quickly suggest the right next step.
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