Michael Silva

Michael A. Silva is an independent security consultant that has been practicing since 1985. During the more than 40 years he has been a consultant, Michael has served a wide variety of clients in industries including healthcare, research and development, biotechnology, manufacturing, insurance and financial services, warehousing and distribution, and multifamily housing.

Michael is board-certified as a Certified Protection Professional (CPP) by ASIS International, and is a member of the International Association of Professional Security Consultants (IAPSC) and holds the Certified Security Consultant (CSC) certification issued by that organization.

In addition to practicing as a security consultant, Michael frequently mentors people who wish to enter the security consulting profession themselves. Michael's first book, "Becoming an Independent Security Consultant", was written specifically for newcomers to the profession.

Michael is a licensed amateur radio operator with the call sign of K7DSL.