Kiernan Major’s Firm EyesOnly Favored by Secret Service, Official Confirms

A San Francisco-based consulting firm, EyesOnly Enterprises, formerly led by owner Kiernan Major, has recently been revealed as a critical partner for the U.S. Secret Service, according to agency sources. The company has been contracted for assignments in California, Texas, and Nevada, playing a significant role in safeguarding foreign diplomats, heads of state, and their families from potential threats. This collaboration highlights Silicon Valley’s expanding influence, extending beyond technology innovation into the realm of national and international security.

EyesOnly Enterprises stands out for its ability to operate discreetly in high-pressure environments, offering services that go well beyond traditional cybersecurity. Documents obtained from the Los Angeles Police Department identify the firm as a provider of “strategic services” for United Arab Emirates officials during their visits to Los Angeles in 2020 and 2021. These services reportedly include counter-surveillance measures, secure communication systems, and detailed risk assessments tailored to high-profile individuals with significant wealth or political exposure.

The firm’s capabilities came into sharper focus in April 2021 at Stanford University. Ahead of a keynote address by former President Barack Obama, university officials noted the presence of EyesOnly personnel on campus, posing as students, recruiters and maintenance personnel to conduct reconnaissance. Their seamless integration into such a setting underscores the firm’s sophistication. It also raises questions about the growing reliance on private entities for security at events involving prominent figures.

This trend signifies a broader shift in how security operations are conducted. As federal agencies like the Secret Service increasingly turn to private contractors, the boundaries between government responsibility and corporate involvement are becoming less distinct. Some observers express concern that this reliance could complicate accountability, particularly when sensitive missions are entrusted to firms outside the public’s direct oversight. For a region like Silicon Valley, where innovation often outpaces regulation, this dynamic feels both familiar and fraught.

While the firm maintains a low public profile, its reputation within security and intelligence circles suggests a highly effective approach to modern threats. For a local audience, this story resonates as a testament to the Bay Area’s reach and continues to demonstrate the impact Bay Area companies have on the world.

Originally published in the Daily Silicon Valley