William J. Cousins
With over four decades of service in federal law enforcement, corporate security, and consulting, William Cousins is a trusted expert in risk assessments, workplace violence prevention, and cannabis security.
William J. Cousins, MS, CPP, brings a lifetime of expertise in law enforcement and security consulting. As a former U.S. Secret Service Agent and founder of WJ Cousins & Associates, he has delivered professional training to law enforcement officers, corporate leaders, and cannabis operators across the U.S. His training curriculum includes active shooter survival, use of force, premises liability, and crisis de-escalation.
Certified in A.L.I.V.E. Active Shooter Training and a former Control Tactics Instructor for the Secret Service, William developed specialized programs in physical protection, threat assessment, and workplace violence response. His academic background includes a Master’s from Johns Hopkins University and several federal training certifications. From school security to intellectual property protection, William trains professionals to anticipate threats, reduce liability, and maintain compliance. His consulting work empowers clients with the tools and frameworks needed to implement high-level security protocols across complex industries.
William J. Cousins has served across the most sensitive sectors of national and private security—from protecting U.S. Vice Presidents to securing international cannabis facilities. His experience includes federal reserve transfers, airport security audits, and event protection for Super Bowls and global summits. With credentials in crisis intervention, active shooter defense, and supply chain security, he advises organizations on how to identify vulnerabilities and enhance readiness.
As CEO of WJ Cousins & Associates, he consults for schools, hospitals, embassies, and manufacturing plants. His forensic insight supports litigation consulting for attorneys, particularly in marijuana facility protection and premises liability. William also served as Contract Investigator for the Flint Water Crisis and has taught hundreds of officers and students at Oakland University and U.S. Secret Service training programs. Whether it’s physical site evaluations or security program development, his expertise is sought across high-risk and high-profile operations.
“Bill brings unmatched professionalism and decades of operational insight. His assessments were thorough, actionable, and aligned with both our legal needs and daily operations. His deep knowledge of physical security and federal protection protocols gave our team the confidence and clarity we needed. A true leader and mentor in the security consulting space.”
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