THE COVERED 6 MISSION

The Covered 6 Security Academy is comprised of three comprehensive professional security training programs. Each has been designed with the latest input from industry experts and is taught by tenured instructors with the knowledge, experience, and ability. Our Cyber Security Technician and Physical Security Specialist programs are the new US Department of Labor's National Standard. Covered 6 is the only security company to have achieved this recognition in an effort to raise the bar in the security industry. It does not stop at training. Career development and job placement are just as important to us and the clients we serve. It's our mission to "train the few to protect the many."

KEY ACADEMY INSTRUCTORS

Chris Dunn

Our director served in the US Army as a decorated Military Police Investigator, Special Reaction Team point man/sniper (SRT), Air Assault and protective services detail member (PSD). Chris later joined the LAPD, where he achieved "Honor Graduate" of his academy class. Chris served as a member of an East LA anti-gang unit (CRASH) and team leader of a Special Problems Unit (SPU).

In 1998, Chris was awarded the Medal of Valor "For courage under fire".  Chris was also honored with the national Top Cop Award, presented by President Bill Clinton in the Oval Office of the White House. During his Law Enforcement career Chris has served as Field Training Officer, Special Response Team (SWAT), POST Certified Defensive Tactics Instructor, undercover narcotics detective, and Special Enforcement Detail (SED) investigator.  He was again recognized in Washington by receiving a OCDETF Award from US Attorney General Alberto Gonzales. Chris is a black belt in Tang Soo Do, a P.O.S.T. certified Krav Maga police instructor and holds various firearms, less lethal and tactics instructor certifications. At Covered 6, Chris has taught and certified thousands of public safety personnel, law enforcement officers, teachers, instructors, and responsible armed citizens. He is the founder of the ADAPT programs and teaches this program at several Southern California universities. He is also the inventor/designer of the Savior MTS Shield, RTD Weapons security systems, tactical nylon apparel/gear and other patented public safety products.

In 2018, Chris accomplished his long time goal of establishing a national standard in the private security industry. The US Department of Labor awarded Covered 6 the first National Program Standard for both physical and cyber security programs. Chris currently consults, trains and develops policy for major studios, aerospace companies, universities, private schools, national private security companies and fortune 100 organizations.

Kevin Lewis

Kevin is a trainer's trainer. With over 30 years of Martial Arts and Defensive Tactics experience under his multiple black belts. Kevin started in the US Navy EOD program and then became involved in personal fitness and martial arts. Kevin has owned and operated multiple fitness centers and studios. He joined the ranks of Krav Maga Worldwide and served as a Vice President of Special Projects for 13 years. During that time Kevin is responsible for developing and shaping DTAC programs for numerous law enforcement and military teams. Having trained thousands of professionals, Kevin is responsible for officer safety on a global scale. In 2010, Kevin was inducted into the Martial Arts Hall of Fame. Kevin holds multiple black belts in different arts and is certified in numerous executive protection programs, evasive driving, counter-terrorism, and Active Shooter. Kevin has developed branded programs like "Get off the X" and "Defensive Edged Weapons" currently taught all over the country. He is a published author and a proud father.

Ralston Clarke

Ralston Clarke honorably served over 22 years in the United States Marine Corps, retiring with the rank of Gunnery Sergeant.

Initially due to retire from active duty at 20 years, Dr. Clarke decided selflessly to volunteer and deploy to Al Anbar Province in support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM for 13 months. Dr. Clarke was primarily responsible for the close-in personal protection of the I MEF FWD Commanding General, who was a strategic target for the enemy and among the most threatened American officials in Iraq. Additionally, he served as the Senior Advisor of the I MEF FWD Commanding General’s Personal Security Detachment (PSD), which conducted over 300 successful long-range mounted combat patrols, air movements, and special events throughout Iraq.

Dr. Clarke has an extensive background in Close Personal Protection Security, employing the necessary security measures to ensure the safety of assigned VIP’s or other individuals who may be exposed to elevated personal risk because of their employment, celebrity status, wealth, associations, or geographical location.

Dr. Clarke has tactically planned, conducted, and supervised intrinsically challenging and complex Executive Protection details for over 24 years, both domestically and internationally, while on active duty and after retirement. When not traveling and protecting clients, Dr. Clarke serves as an instructor for both the Executive Protection and Physical Security Specialist Programs at Covered 6.

Dr. Clarke’s educational background includes an A.S. in Administration of Justice, a B.S. in Criminal Justice Administration (Law Enforcement concentration) - Magna Cum Laude, an MBA (Criminal Justice Administration concentration) - Magna Cum Laude, and a Doctorate in Business Administration with his published thesis on “Leadership Traits and how they influence employee job satisfaction and organizational commitment”.

Kyle Munger

From an early age, Kyle Munger developed a deep-rooted passion for technology and cyber security, self-educating in foundational concepts well before formally entering the field. Over the past decade, he has advanced rapidly through the cyber security landscape, progressing from technically intensive, front-line roles to leading strategic security initiatives at the executive level. His early career at Covered 6 was defined by high-stakes engagements, where he took part in rapid ransomware incident response efforts and deployed throughout the country to support businesses in recovering from critical cyberattacks.

In a senior position at another organization, Mr. Munger acted as the virtual Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), overseeing the protection of complex corporate and client infrastructures. His leadership emphasized proactive threat mitigation, regulatory compliance, and the integration of adaptive security architectures.

Mr. Munger would return as both an instructor and developer at Covered 6, bringing his operational expertise into the classroom. He is committed to designing immersive, hands-on training environments that bridge the gap between theory and practice. His teaching approach is grounded in real-world application, equipping students with the tactical and strategic skills needed to defend against evolving cyber threats.

Mr. Munger is now the architect of multiple innovative AI products for public safety and directs a team effort for the implementation of these groundbreaking technologies for Real Time Crime Operations. 

Mr. Munger’s dedication to cyber security and AI innovation underscores his broader mission: to cultivate the next generation of cyber security professionals with the critical thinking, technical acumen, and resilience required in today’s dynamic threat landscape.