Licensed Security &
Investigative Solutions Across South Texas
MLG Protection Services, LLC (TX DPS Lic. #B28691101) delivers licensed Level 2 Non-Commissioned and Level 3 Commissioned Security Officers, mobile vehicle patrols, and discreet private investigations across the Rio Grande Valley.
Vetted & Fully Licensed Security
State-certified Level 2 & Level 3 commissioned protection for businesses and institutions across the RGV.
Comprehensive Security Capabilities
Tailored security architecture designed to meet rigorous standards across municipal, educational, commercial, and residential environments.
Level 3 Commissioned Security Officers (Armed)
High-security tactical personnel for high-risk assets, financial institutions, and critical infrastructure requiring authorized armed deterrence.
- Texas DPS Level 3 Certified
- Rigorous Firearms Qualification
- De-escalation & Tactical Protocols
Level 2 Non-Commissioned Security Officers
Professional visual deterrence, gatehouse access management, concierge security, and visitor badging for corporate and commercial sites.
- Low-Profile Visual Deterrence
- Access Control & Visitor Screening
- Real-Time Shift Incident Logging
Dedicated Mobile Patrol & Response
Marked patrol vehicles providing randomized security sweeps, alarm verification, lockup procedures, and active perimeter monitoring.
- Highly Visible Marked Fleet
- GPS Geofenced Patrol Checks
- Rapid Alarm Dispatch Capability
Educational & Campus Protection
Specialized security staffing for K-12 school districts, private academies, and educational facilities with child-safe de-escalation protocols.
- Safe School Environment Staffing
- Visitor & Perimeter Oversight
- Emergency Lockdown Readiness
Municipal & Public Property Security
Civic facility coverage, administrative building security, public council meeting protection, and city property management.
- City Government Facility Guards
- Public Meeting Order & Safety
- Formal Municipal RFP Compliance
Commercial, Retail & Construction Sites
Heavy machinery asset protection, construction theft mitigation, nighttime lighting monitoring, and loss prevention for retail storefronts.
- 24-Hour Jobsite Yard Patrols
- Retail Deterrence & Loss Mitigation
- Vandalism & Trespassing Prevention
Private Investigation & Surveillance
Discreet corporate intelligence, internal fraud detection, covert insurance surveillance, executive background checks, and courtroom evidence.
- Texas DPS Licensed Investigators
- Covert Physical & HD Surveillance
- Court-Admissible Documentation
Official Texas DPS Security Officer Tiers
Whether you require discreet visual presence or commissioned tactical protection, MLG deploys certified professionals meeting your exact risk parameters.
Level 2 Non-Commissioned Security Officers
Designed for front-desk access control, residential gatehouses, educational centers, and commercial storefronts requiring active customer service and surveillance.
- Professional uniform presence discouraging vandalism and loitering
- Comprehensive Texas DPS Level 2 state licensing & background check
- Incident reporting with digital time-stamped shift activity logs
- Conflict de-escalation and emergency notification readiness
Level 3 Commissioned Security Officers (Armed)
Engineered for high-value targets, municipal council meetings, cash transit support, sensitive industrial assets, and high-risk environments.
- Texas DPS Level 3 Commissioned Armed Certification
- Strict quarterly drug testing and firearms proficiency renewals
- Advanced tactical handling, crowd management, and active threat response
- Internal equipment financing and duty weapon support programs
Dedicated Leadership with Deep Rio Grande Valley Roots
Hands-On Accountability • Community-Focused Leadership
Under the direction of President and Owner Armando Garza, MLG Protection Services maintains an active, visible, and hands-on presence within the Rio Grande Valley community. Rather than operating as an impersonal remote conglomerate, our leadership directly oversees client accounts, guard training, and civic partnerships to guarantee the highest standard of accountability.
Supportive Employee & Recruitment Culture
We invest in the men and women who safeguard our communities, offering career pathways from entry-level guard to commissioned armed leadership.
Accessible Career Onboarding
Job seekers frequently praise our streamlined, rapid onboarding system. We make it simple and direct for dedicated individuals to launch their professional careers in private security.
Exceptional Shift Flexibility
Our management team actively accommodates diverse scheduling requirements—making MLG an outstanding option for university students, military veterans, and working parents.
Equipment Financing Assistance
We believe career growth should not be blocked by equipment costs. MLG lowers barriers by providing internal payment plans for service weapons and tactical gear required for Level 3 armed roles.
Strict Safety Standard Enforcement
We actively guarantee a trustworthy environment through quarterly drug screenings and rigorous state compliance, protecting our officers and giving clients uncompromised confidence.
Regional Rio Grande Valley Footprint
Headquartered in Mission, Texas, MLG Protection operates an extensive dispatch network delivering reliable patrol and guard coverage throughout the entire RGV.
Mission, TX
Central Headquarters & DispatchMcAllen, TX
Commercial & Retail DetailsEdinburg, TX
Institutional & Campus PatrolWeslaco, TX
Industrial & Logistics SecurityPharr, TX
Transit & Commercial WarehousesSan Juan & Alamo
Community & Event SecurityBrownsville, TX
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Starr, Hidalgo, Cameron & WillacySecure Your Premises with a Free Site Security Proposal
Whether you represent a municipal agency, a school district, a commercial retail center, or a construction development, our command team provides tailored risk evaluations.
24/7 Dispatch Phone
(956) 583-2004Official Email
info@mlgprotection.comCentral Office
2515-B East Griffin Parkway, Mission, TX 78572
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about our licensing, guard tiers, and deployment in South Texas.
Yes. MLG Protection Services, LLC operates in strict compliance with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Private Security Bureau. Our unarmed personnel hold active Level 2 registrations, and our armed personnel hold rigorous Level 3 Commissioned licenses with mandated state background checks and periodic qualification renewals.
Yes. In addition to uniformed security, MLG operates licensed private investigation operations throughout South Texas and the Rio Grande Valley. We specialize in corporate fraud, worker compensation and insurance claim verification, covert field surveillance, executive due diligence, skip tracing, and trial support—conducted with complete confidentiality and courtroom-admissible reporting.
Level 2 guards are non-commissioned (unarmed) security professionals focused on visual deterrence, access control, visitor sign-in, and proactive reporting. Level 3 officers are state-commissioned armed professionals trained in tactical firearms operation, emergency response, and high-threat mitigation for government, financial, or high-risk properties.
MLG Protection Services operates in full compliance with municipal procurement and state security regulations, maintaining strict Texas DPS licensing, comprehensive general liability insurance, and rigorous background verification.
Thanks to our centralized operations at 2515-B East Griffin Parkway in Mission, we can deploy emergency or short-term guards across Mission, McAllen, and Edinburg within hours, while scheduled long-term security contracts are thoroughly onboarded with site-specific standing orders.
You can apply directly via our online Careers page or visit our central office at 2515-B East Griffin Parkway in Mission, TX. We offer streamlined onboarding, flexible shifts for students and veterans, internal equipment financing for Level 3 weapons, and a clean drug-free work culture.