WHAT WE DO….
ATS is a Full Service Security, Investigation and Firearms Training Agency. Advanced Tactical Solutions (ATS), was established locally in 2016 after a long and successful tenure in the Middle East, Asia, and Europe. ATS has grown and dedicated itself to providing our clients with honest, truthful, professional, and above all, discretionary private investigative services, executive security & corporate protection, fugitive recovery, and firearms self-defense training. To learn more “about us” Contact Here.
Security & Protection
ATS works with clients in need of personal or family protection for security matters, as well as high-value clients, corporate events, or public event protections Including, but not limited to becoming your security partner, by implementing customized protocols and PTA’s (physical threat assessments), for your residence, office, or corporate locations. If your requirements are as simple as a personal weekend getaway or a simple night out, with family and friends, to a long-term security executive protection detail, ATS can provide any level of security for your needs.
Private Investigations
When it comes to private investigations, simply digging up information and tracking people down doesn’t cut it. A lot more goes into being a respected and sought after investigative detective agency. Over the years we’ve handled cases for law firms, private citizens, and major corporations, acquiring the information and needed evidence. Our investigations in specific and personal cases such as inheritance, probate, and civil law have proven very successful in a court of law. From Workers’ Compensation fraud to bail jumpers and fugitive recovery, divorce cases and even internal corporate theft & fraud investigations, we have proven resources, professional investigators, and state-of-the-art resources our clients need.
Firearms Training
Advanced Tactical Solutions (ATS), is a private firearms, instruction, safety and self-defense training company. We promote the growing interest of firearm safety and self-defense, as well as the need to help the everyday responsible Conceal Carry – CCW citizen, feel comfortable in handling their personal firearms. We strive to train in advanced self-defense tactical pistol and situational awareness. Our ever-growing training complex is always expanding, and we are adding new innovative technology. Our ultimate goal is to promote Knowledge, Skills, Safety and proper Attitude towards firearms.
Knowledge, Safety, and Confidence, are some of what you look for in a local trusted firearms mentor. We at ATS, embody those characteristics, making us a fundamental learning and training establishment. We increase your skills and try to enhance your ability to protect yourself and those around you in a very professional, yet fun and exciting learning environment.
Threat Assessment
The frequency of workplace violence and active shooter incidents has increased in recent decades, and these incidents have affected numerous places where citizens congregate, such as schools, workplaces, places of worship, shopping malls, public meetings, and movie theaters. Agencies continually evaluate these events in an attempt to generate profiles of active shooters.
These kind of events highlight the need to reduce the risk of active shooter incidents while improving preparedness and strengthening ongoing efforts intended to prevent future occurrences. Advanced Tactical Solutions, LLC (ATS), has global professional experience in these kinds of events. We will tailor on-site training for businesses to ensure your employees and security professionals are better prepared. Our training class, (usually between 4-10 hrs. – depending on participation) reviews best practices and creates a customized plan and right mind-set that begins with proper education and training!
who we are…
“Tom Fiala”
Founder / Owner / President
www.linkedin.com/in/atstactical
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE SUMMARY:
Global Security Terrorism Advisor, Counterterrorism Specialist,
Executive Protection Security Consultant
Foreign Gov. Diplomatic Security Agent, Foreign Gov. Security Strategist,
Foreign Gov. Op-Sec. Investigator, Counterintelligence Op-Sec. Investigator,
High-Risk Security Protection Envoy, Overseas Security Combat Operator,
Private Detective Investigator, Chief Firearms Defense Instructor,
TECC: Tactical Emergency Casualty Care
CURRENT LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS HELD:
Georgia State Board Private Detective and Security Officer License: PDSG044705
Georgia State Board Private Investigation and Security Agency License: PDSC001752
Georgia State Board Firearms Instructor – Classroom and Firearms License: CFTR001486
Law Enforcement Handgun & Shotgun Self-Defense Certified Instructor: NRA225400441
National Law Enforcement Firearm Certification: NRA225400441
Home Firearm Safety Consultant Certified Trainer: NRA225400441
Personal Protection In The Home Certified Trainer: NRA225400441
WMD/Terrorism Awareness for Emergency Responders (Texas A&M)
Close Protection Operations Training Officer (ISTI)
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:
International Directors of Law Enforcement Standards & Training.
International Law Enforcement Educators & Trainers Association.
International Association of Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors
Association of Threat Assessment Professionals.
International Security Training Institute.
Association of Fugitive Recovery Agents.
Former ASIS Chapter Officer.
Tom is a former overseas Deputy Chief Foreign Government Homeland Security Counter-Surveillance and Counter-Terrorism executive agent. He worked as a Defense Intelligence & Operational-Security (Op-Sec) civilian combat operator, who routinely interacted with overseas law enforcement, local military, and private military contractor personnel in the global security sector. As Founder and President of Advanced Tactical Solutions LLC, (simply known as “ATS”), Tom acts in a professional capacity as an Executive Security Consultant, a Private Detective Investigator, and a Firearms & Self-Defense Instructor. Additionally, Tom is highly sought as a High-Profile Client Protector & Executive Protection Specialist. Other experiences and duties include Search & Rescue/Recover Technician, High-Threat Mentor and a trained Emergency Medical Responder.
Today, as a highly trained and experienced security executive, he uses his knowledge in the private sector, as a private detective investigator, provides active threat and active shooter seminars, as well as firearms training instruction to all levels of competent individuals and corporate institutions to raise their awareness and skill-levels for better self-defense.
SECURITY EXPERIENCE NOTE:
Information provided in Tom’s bio, does not necessarily confirm nor deny any special top clearances or background in
National or Foreign Security, and does not include experience that is otherwise non-public.
“ATS” Key Personnel
“Alexandria “Alex” Fiala”
Director of Operations
Security Agent
Alex serves as the Director of Operations for ATS, where she directs the agency’s daily administrative, logistical, and operational functions. A Georgia State Board–licensed armed security officer, Alex also brings a strong and trusted female presence to executive protection assignments, making her a dual asset in both leadership and field operations.
With a proven background in managing corporate structures across multiple industries, Alex combines business acumen with a steadfast commitment to integrity and professional standards. She has a track record of streamlining security operations, strengthening compliance, and creating scalable systems that enhance both client trust and staff performance. Her ability to align operational precision with ethical leadership ensures ATS delivers not only effective protection, but also reliability and confidence to every client.
• State Board Licensed Armed Security Officer
* Personal Executive Protection Security Agent
• Georgia State Certified Fugitive Recovery Agent
• Trained Basic First Responder First Aid Trauma/CPR/AED
“Lawson Harkins”
Risk and Security Manager
Investigator / Security Agent
Lawson serves as the Risk and Security Manager for ATS, where he leads threat assessments, protective operations, and client risk management strategies. Licensed by the Georgia State Board as both an armed security officer and private detective, Lawson is dedicated to ensuring officer integrity, accountability, and adherence to the highest professional standards.
His duties also include compliance with ATS’s rank structure, oversight of security strategies, and direct accountability to both clients and management.
With a background in executive protection and business management, Lawson brings a balance of field expertise and organizational leadership. His focus on risk security, compliance, and personnel standards strengthens ATS’s ability to deliver reliable, ethical, and professional security services to every client.
• State Board Licensed Private Detective
* State Board Licensed Armed Security Officer
* Personal Executive Protection Security Agent
• Trained Basic First Responder First Aid Trauma/CPR/AED
“Mike Renner”
Security Agent / Investigator /
Senior Firearms Instructor
Mike is ATS’s Senior Firearms Instructor and a Georgia State Board–Licensed Private Detective, bringing a wealth of elite military training and civilian security expertise to the agency.
A veteran of Golf Company, 2/2 U.S. Marines, Mike served as a Rifle Expert and Scout Sniper with STA Platoon, earning recognition through the Marine Corps High Rifle Marksmanship Award. His military career also included advanced training at the Jungle Operations Training Center (Panama) and Mountain Warfare School (Korea), where he excelled in some of the toughest environments Marines face.
Transitioning to civilian service, Mike has established himself as a trusted leader in security and firearms instruction.
With his unique blend of combat-tested discipline, instructional expertise, and investigative skills, Mike elevates ATS’s training programs and operational capabilities, ensuring that every client and officer benefits from his high standards of precision, safety, and integrity.
He currently serves ATS as:
*Lead Senior Firearms Instructor & Range Safety Officer
*Georgia State Board–Licensed Private Detective
*Georgia State Board–Licensed Armed Agent
*Certified Firearms Instructor
Personal Protection & Executive Security Agent
*Veteran competitive shooter in IPSC, IDPA, USPSA, and Steel Challenge pistol competitions
“Greg Engler”
Security Agent / Investigator /
Lead Firearms Instructor
Greg serves as ATS’s Lead Firearms Instructor and a licensed Private Detective, bringing both investigative expertise and advanced tactical training to the agency.
A lifelong student of firearms, Greg transformed his passion into a calling rooted in faith, family, and a deep conviction that protecting others is an act of love.
Guided by the verse, “Blessed be the LORD my strength, which teacheth my hands to war, and my fingers to fight,” Greg approaches every assignment with integrity, discipline, and purpose.
Greg’s unique blend of faith, professional licensing, and tactical mastery makes him a trusted mentor to ATS officers, clients, and community partners alike.
He currently brings a wealth of credentials and leadership experience to ATS, including:
*Georgia State Board–Licensed Private Detective
*Georgia State Board–Licensed Armed Agent
*Security Director for Houses of Worship
*Certified Firearms Instructor
*Range Safety Officer
*Active Attack Integrated Response Trainer (AAIR)
*Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events (CRASE) Instructor
“Tony Green”
Security Agent /
Defense Instructor
in Hand to Hand Combat
Tony is an accomplished armed security agent and ATS’s Lead Instructor for Self-Defense, Hand-to-Hand Combat, and Weapons Engagement.
A multifaceted combat sports athlete, Tony has built an impressive career across boxing, kickboxing, mixed martial arts (MMA), and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), where he has been recognized for both his striking power and his technical grappling ability.
In 2022, Tony earned an IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Gold Medal, a prestigious milestone that underscores his mastery in one of the most demanding martial arts disciplines. As a current BJJ Brown Belt, he continues to train and refine his skills, combining discipline, resilience, and precision into his instruction.
Today, Tony applies his unique skillset to the security profession as a Georgia State Board–Licensed Armed Security Specialist and Executive Protection Agent.
His blend of combat-tested athletic achievement and professional security training makes him a cornerstone of ATS’s tactical readiness, instilling confidence and capability in both clients and personnel.
