Dahlcore Security Guard Services is a licensed New York personal security provider protecting individuals, families, executives, and public figures across all five boroughs, Long Island, and New York State. Founded by Ian Dahlberg and licensed by the New York State Department of State, Dahlcore offers personal bodyguard protection (armed and unarmed), residential security, stalking and harassment response, travel and transit security, and self-defense training — each scoped to the client’s specific risk profile, with 24/7 dispatch and command support behind every assignment.
What Is Personal Security?
Personal security is protection built around a person’s life — their routine, their home, their travel, and their exposure — rather than a building. Dahlcore addresses New York’s risks with intelligence-led planning, not just presence: before any assignment, our team conducts a threat and vulnerability assessment tailored to the client’s schedule, location, and profile, then deploys the right coverage.
Who Personal Security Protects
- Individuals facing harassment, stalking, or a specific threat
- Families needing residential and everyday protection
- Executives and professionals with public exposure
- Public figures managing appearances and travel
- People navigating a volatile dispute or separation
- High-net-worth households requiring discreet coverage
Safety that fits your life
Home, commute, work, travel — personal security covers the whole day. Dahlcore builds a plan around how you actually live, and adjusts it as the risk changes.
Why New Yorkers Choose Dahlcore
Licensed, discreet, and available around the clock — Dahlcore delivers personal security calibrated to New York and to you.
Licensed & Insured
Dahlcore is licensed by the NY Department of State, and every officer is registered under New York’s Security Guard Act (Article 7-A); armed officers hold valid NYS pistol permits. Documentation of licensing and insurance is available on request.
Veteran-Owned, Experienced Personnel
Founded by Ian Dahlberg and veteran-owned, Dahlcore holds officers to law-enforcement and military standards, and many bring backgrounds in the U.S. military and law enforcement — background-screened, trained, and reviewed for de-escalation and professionalism.
24/7 Dispatch & Command Support
Threats don’t keep business hours. Dahlcore’s dispatch and command support is available around the clock and can deploy officers across the NYC metro area quickly, often within hours, subject to availability.
Confidential & Customized
No templated packages, and no disclosure. Every engagement is scoped to your risk, schedule, and preferences, and client identity, routines, and security plans are kept strictly confidential.
Personal Security Services We Provide
Dahlcore’s Stalking & Harassment Response
One of the most sensitive areas of personal security — handled with strict confidentiality and a structured process.
Threat & Pattern Assessment
We review incident history, contact records, and location exposure to understand the threat and how it’s escalating.
Protective Escort & Transport
Safe movement between home, work, and public venues, with the officer visible or low-profile as the situation calls for.
Residential Security Checks
On-site officer presence and perimeter review at the client’s home or building.
Incident Documentation
A written log of incidents suitable for law-enforcement referral or legal proceedings.
Law-Enforcement Liaison & Monitoring
Coordination with NYPD or relevant agencies when escalation is warranted, and ongoing adjustment as the threat evolves.
Protecting the whole household
Family protection covers more than one person — secure school transport, residential coverage, and travel planning, structured around your family’s schedule and privacy.
What Shapes Your Personal Security Plan
Dahlcore scopes every plan to you. These are the factors that shape the coverage.
1. Your Risk Profile
Public exposure, travel patterns, prior incidents, and specific threats determine the level and posture of coverage.
2. Coverage Type
A single bodyguard, a residential detail, family protection, travel and transit security, or a combination across your day.
3. Armed or Unarmed
Chosen from the assessment; armed officers hold valid NYS pistol permits.
4. Visibility
Uniformed presence for deterrence, discreet plainclothes for low-profile settings, or a blend.
5. Duration & Continuity
A single event, a short-term need, or an ongoing retainer, with a dedicated officer or team for continuity where it matters.
Personal Security FAQ
Clear, confidential answers for individuals and families. For anything not covered here, call 212-208-0900.
What does personal security include?
Personal security covers close-protection officers (bodyguards), executive protection, residential and family security, travel and transit security, stalking and harassment response, threat assessment, and self-defense training. Dahlcore scopes each engagement to your specific risk rather than selling fixed packages.
Do you offer armed and unarmed protection?
Yes. Dahlcore provides both. The right configuration is set during the initial risk assessment, based on threat level, your preference, venue requirements, and New York State legal standards.
What determines the scope and structure of an engagement?
The number of officers, armed or unarmed coverage, duration (single event, short-term, or ongoing retainer), and geographic scope. Dahlcore provides a written plan and proposal after a confidential consultation — call 212-208-0900 or email Ian.Dahlberg@Dahlcore.com.
How do I hire a bodyguard in New York?
Call 212-208-0900 or email Ian.Dahlberg@Dahlcore.com to schedule a confidential consultation. We assess your risk, recommend an officer configuration, and provide a written proposal, and can deploy quickly once an engagement is confirmed.
What’s the difference between a bodyguard and executive protection?
A bodyguard provides close physical protection in a more reactive capacity. Executive protection is a broader program — advance work on venues and routes, travel-security planning, and a coordinated team approach — typically for leaders and public figures with complex routines. Dahlcore offers both.
Is personal security legal in New York?
Yes. Licensed security providers operate under the authority of the New York State Department of State. Dahlcore is fully licensed and compliant with the applicable New York State and federal regulations for private security.
What areas does Dahlcore serve?
Dahlcore serves all five NYC boroughs — Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island — plus Long Island and New York State, including clients with multi-location or travel-based needs.
Can Dahlcore help if I’m being stalked or harassed?
Yes. Dahlcore has a dedicated stalking and harassment response — threat assessment, protective escorts, residential checks, incident documentation, and law-enforcement liaison — all handled with strict confidentiality. Call 212-208-0900 to speak with a consultant.
What Clients Say About Dahlcore
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“Ian is great to work with and has a strong team. This is who you want protecting you and your family.”
“Super professional and exceeded every expectation — discreet, responsive, and reliable.”
“My experience with Dahlcore was phenomenal. The security professionals are top-tier.”
Protect What Matters to You
Contact Dahlcore for a confidential, no-obligation personal security consultation. Our team responds promptly — 24/7 for urgent needs. Everything you share is kept strictly confidential.
Direct Contact
212-208-0900Call or text for a confidential consultation
Office Hours: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM · 24/7 for urgent protection needs
Office Locations
1110 South Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10314
250 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10177