About Us
Making command decisions during a crisis is not easy and if you’re not ready for it, the results can be devastating! Our mission is to educate you on how to minimize the threat and maximize the safety for every student and staff member on your campus! At Tactical Advantage Group, we specialize in crisis leadership, and threat analysis for schools. We understand the importance of building both tactical and crisis leadership to enhance human response factor, resulting in a strong crisis leadership skillset. Our team of experts is highly trained in conducting threat analysis and mitigation to identify potential security risks and help schools develop comprehensive emergency response plans. As a principal and vice principal, I have conducted and evaluated 100’s of drills and have had to respond to many intense situations. I have collaborated with local law enforcement, fire, EMS, FBI, police gang-task-force and more in bringing resolute response to safeguard campuses. Our training was born out of necessity and developed for schools because every student deserves to come to school and feel safe!

About Me
With over 26 years of leadership in education and a lifetime dedicated to service and protection, I’ve built my career on one unwavering mission: keeping schools safe.
I've had the privilege of serving as a teacher, assistant principal, and principal at every level—elementary, middle, and high school—including alternative education schools for at-risk students. I earned a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership and have received numerous accolades for my contributions to school safety and leadership.
But my commitment to safety started long before I stepped into a classroom. As a sergeant and team leader in a U.S. Marine Corps Special Operations unit, I learned firsthand what it takes to lead under pressure, plan for the unexpected, and protect those in your care. That mindset carried into my work as a security contractor, bodyguard, and private investigator—roles that sharpened my skills in threat assessment, situational awareness, and crisis management.
Today, I bring that experience to schools nationwide, equipping educators and leaders with the tools, training, and confidence to create safe learning environments. My approach is practical and proven:
Identify vulnerabilities. Every school is unique, and so are its challenges. I conduct thorough threat assessments to find the gaps before they become risks.
Build strong systems. From crisis response plans to staff training, I help schools implement layered safety strategies that work in real-world situations.
Empower leaders and staff. Safety isn't just about policies—it's about culture. I provide hands-on coaching to ensure everyone knows how to act decisively when it matters most.
Andrew Silva
Founder/Chief Executive Officer

At the end of the day, school safety is about more than locked doors and security cameras. It’s about creating an environment where students can learn, teachers can teach, and everyone feels protected and prepared.
That’s the mission I stand by—and the mission I’m ready to help you achieve.
THE WHY
One spring afternoon, I was sorting out a heavy day of discipline as an assistant principal at a local high school. I received an emotional phone call from my middle-school daughter who was in the middle of a lockdown at her school- due to a man with a gun on campus. She was very nervous, hiding under a table. Her next few words chilled me to the bone, "Dad, the teacher doesn't know what to do and was running around crying, then she left..."
THE WHAT
Making command decisions during a crisis is not easy and if you re not ready for it, the results can be devastating! My mission is to educate you on how to minimize the threat and maximize the safety for every student and staff member on your campus. Serving my country as a United States Marine, I gained valuable and extensive experience as a team leader in a Special Operations Unit. I combine that experience with over 22 years as an educator in at-risk schools and communities as a teacher and principal.
THE DIFFERENCE
The difference between us and other companies is our dynamic problem solving approach and perspective when looking at neutralizing potential threats. This method is used by the military and first responders the world over. When utilized for training you and your team, you will gain key insights that develop a tactical mindset, improve human performance and minimize error factor. Tactical Advantage Group was born out of necessity. Our team has the operational experience unlike any other and we are here to serve you in safeguarding your campus.
What We Specialize In

Tactical Site Surveys

Team Building

Crisis Response

Threat Assessments
I knew we were going to be safe when I saw him moving toward the crisis while everyone else was running away from it.
-J.R., Elementary School Parent
He brings unique experience from his military background, truly professional and training unlike we have ever seen!
-K.D., High School Teacher
He pushed us beyond any training we had ever experienced and tested us in drills that were far beyond lockdown!
- C.B., High School Campus Security
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Contact me today and let's collaborate on finding solutions to your concerns and the challenges you may be having on your campus.
951-440-3779