Ke Keʻena Aliʻi o nā Lawelawe Hoʻomalu
Royal Office of Protective Services
It's all in the name. Here’s the breakdown of the Hawaiian Office name:
Ke Keʻena Aliʻi o nā Lawelawe Hoʻomalu
Ke Keʻena = The Office
Aliʻi = Royal / chiefly
o nā Lawelawe = of the services
Hoʻomalu = to protect, safeguard, preserve
ROYAL DIRECTOR OF PROTECTIVE SERVICES
Earl Brantley
Aloha, as the Royal Director of Protective Services for The Hereditary King, HRM Edmund Silva II and the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi.
I am retired police officer with over three decades of professional public service also in the private sector; ranging from Law Enforcement, Basic Academy instructor, and Executive Protection. I possess a degree in Homeland Security/ Information Technology, along with multiple other professional certifications relating to critical infrastructure, working with multiple agencies and entities.
I devote my expertise, knowledge, and skill set to the protecting HRM Edmund Silva II, the Sovereign Kingdom of Hawaiʻi, and for all protective/security aspects that are under the governance of The Hereditary King HRM Edmund Silva II.
To stand vigilant as guardians and protectors of His Royal Majesty Edmund Keliʻi Paki-Silva II, the Royal Family of Kingdom of Hawaiʻi Hawaiian Constitution. Along with the Enforcement of the laws of the Kingdom of Hawaii and Royal Decrees for the entire Hawaiian Chain of Islands, known as the Archipelago, which is under protection of His Royal Majesty Edmund Keliʻi Paki-Silva II.
Which is a matter of making pono — making things right before God, correcting wrongs, and bringing restoration and healing to the Kingdom, its people, and the world.
Royal Office of Protective Services acts as both a protective service and a kingdom-wide security regulator, integrating personal protection, intelligence, operational security, emergency management, ceremonial security, specialized institutional safety, and local law enforcement oversight. It ensures that every ministry, office, public institution, and national event operates under coordinated, high-standard security protocols.
Protective Services Roles
Royal Protection Division
Direct protection of the King, royal family, and visiting dignitaries.
Sections & Responsibilities:
- Close Protection Unit: Personal bodyguards, tactical security, movement planning.
- Royal Convoy & Transportation Security: Secure vehicles, motorcades, and transport routes.
- Residence Security: Protection of palaces, estates, and retreats.
- VIP Event Security: Coordination for public appearances, ceremonies, and private events.
Key Interactions:
- Works with the Royal Office of Protocol for event planning.
- Coordinates with the Royal Intelligence Unit for threat assessments.
Royal Intelligence and Threat Assessment
Gather, analyze, and disseminate security intelligence to anticipate risks.
Sections & Responsibilities:
- Domestic Intelligence: Monitor internal threats, civil disturbances, or suspicious activity.
- Foreign Intelligence: Analyze external threats, espionage, and diplomatic risks.
- Cyber & Communications Security: Monitor and protect digital communications, prevent hacking, and safeguard sensitive royal data.
- Risk Analysis & Strategic Planning: Scenario simulations, threat modeling, contingency planning.
Key Interactions:
- Supports all ministries by providing security intelligence.
- Works closely with the Royal Office of Information Technology for cyber threats.
Royal Security Operations
Implement security protocols across all Kingdom facilities, transport systems, and events.
Sections & Responsibilities:
- Facility Security Management: Monitors security systems, guards, access control, and emergency response at government offices and royal sites.
- Event & Public Gathering Security: Manages crowd control, emergency response, and coordination with local enforcement.
- Transportation & Infrastructure Security: Protects critical transport hubs, airstrips, docks, and roads used by royal or government operations.
- Training & Drills: Prepares personnel and other offices for emergencies, including evacuation procedures.
Key Interactions:
- Works with the Royal Office of Infrastructure to secure government buildings.
- Coordinates with the Royal Office of Human Affairs for personnel readiness and training compliance.
Royal Crisis Response & Emergency Management
Provide rapid response and continuity in crises.
Sections & Responsibilities:
- Emergency Operations Center (EOC): Central command during crises.
- Rapid Response Units: Tactical teams ready for immediate deployment anywhere in the Kingdom.
- Medical & Rescue Coordination: Provides first response in medical or disaster emergencies.
- Continuity of Government & Royal Operations: Plans for evacuation or safe relocation of royal leadership and key government functions.
Key Interactions:
- Coordinates with all ministries for emergency preparedness.
- Links with the Royal Office of Healthcare in medical emergencies.
Regulatory and Oversight Division
Standardize and audit security practices across the Kingdom.
Sections & Responsibilities:
- Ministry Security Audits: Inspects security readiness of other ministries and offices.
- Policy Development & Compliance: Creates safety protocols, access rules, and emergency procedures.
- Training & Certification: Ensures all security personnel meet kingdom-wide standards.
- Liaison to Law Enforcement: Coordinates with local and regional law enforcement to integrate royal security with public safety.
Key Interactions:
- Works with all ministries to ensure compliance with Kingdom-wide security standards.
- Reports to the King on risks, breaches, and compliance metrics.
Special Units (Optional Advanced Sections)
- Counterintelligence & Counterespionage: Handles threats from spies, hostile states, or internal leaks.
- Cyber Defense Task Force: Focused entirely on defending royal and governmental digital assets.
- Royal Investigations Bureau: Investigates high-profile crimes affecting the monarchy or royal operations.
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