Instructor Profile
Scott A. Davis
Scott A. Davis is a 30‑year retired Police Detective from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, now residing in Florida. He is the Chief Executive Officer of Hammerhead Security Solutions LLC and serves as Chief Instructor for Hammerhead Academy.
Throughout his three decades of service, Scott investigated major crimes, supervised inter‑agency taskforces, and trained officers nationwide. He is a Florida Class D Certified Instructor with extensive specialties in investigations, criminal law, security operations, and officer development.
He holds certifications from the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC), the Pennsylvania State Police, the Counterdrug Northeast Training Center, and additional state and federal agencies throughout his career. Scott now applies those skills to train and mentor both new and seasoned security professionals nationwide.
Professional Certifications & Training
- Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) Graduate
- Pennsylvania State Police – Advanced Investigative Certification
- Counterdrug Northeast Training Center Graduate
- Florida Class D Security Instructor License
- Criminal Law & Investigations Specialist
- Security Operations and Management Professional
Emergency Response & Rescue Background
- Certified Firefighter – Structural & Wildland Operations
- Licensed Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- Vehicle Rescue Technician Qualification
- Technical Rope Rescue Technician Certification
- Certified Rescue Diver – Underwater Recovery Operations
Publications & Professional Writing
Scott A. Davis is an award‑winning writer and editor. He has served as an Editor and Contributor to Law Enforcement Today, a renowned national publication covering law enforcement and security industry issues. His columns focus on investigations, leadership, and first‑responder resilience.
Some Courses Taught at Hammerhead Academy
- Emergency Response and Preparedness for Security Professionals
- Evidence Handling & Chain‑of‑Custody Mastery
- Advanced Incident Reporting & Documentation Accuracy
- Workplace Violence Prevention for Security Professionals
- Red Team Security Drills & Inspections for Security Guards
- AI & Smart Security Systems Awareness
Professional Contact
Email: sdavis@hammerheadsecurity.org
Office: (252) 210‑4360
Headquarters: Auburndale, Florida