VIP Security Officer; VSO

The Simon Agency's Operational Readiness Network (ORN) is currently accepting applications from qualified individuals (military, law enforcement, or extensive security experience) interested in future on-call VIP Security Officer assignments throughout Greater Houston and surrounding areas.

Important: This is an advance recruitment initiative for anticipated operations. We are not advertising an immediate, guaranteed assignment. Acceptance into our candidate pool does not constitute an offer of employment or guarantee future assignments, scheduled hours, or compensation.

VIP Security Officers serve in professional security assignments where discretion, situational awareness, effective communication, and sound decision-making are essential.

Our VSOs may support high-profile individuals, corporate leadership, distinguished guests, VIP gatherings, private functions, and other environments requiring a heightened level of security professionalism.

This is not an entry-level security guard position.

We are seeking experienced practitioners who understand the expectations associated with high-visibility assignments and are capable of representing our company and its clients with confidence, professionalism, and discretion.

Depending on client needs, assignments may include:

• VIP and executive event security
• Corporate executive and leadership security support
• High-profile private functions and special events
• VIP arrivals, departures, and venue access control
• Professional security presence at corporate and private locations
• Residential and private-property security for high-profile clients
• Temporary security details and supplemental protective operations
• Other specialized assignments consistent with individual credentials, training, and client requirements

VSO responsibilities may vary by assignment and can include:

• Maintain a professional and discreet security presence in high-visibility environments.
• Exercise sound judgment and situational awareness while identifying potential security concerns.
• Support established security plans, site-specific post orders, and client protocols.
• Monitor designated access points, credential verification, and authorized movement.
• Assist with VIP arrivals, departures, and movement coordination within the scope of the assignment.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, operations personnel, event management, and designated client representatives.
• Identify and report unusual activity, emerging security concerns, and operational issues.
• Prepare accurate incident reports and assignment documentation.
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality regarding clients, assignments, and sensitive operational information.
• Demonstrate professional conduct, composure, and service-oriented communication.
• Respond appropriately to incidents within assigned duties, training, and applicable law.

• Current and valid state
  
  Guard Card within the jurisdiction you are applying to work
• Demonstrated professional experience in law enforcement, military service, private security, protective services, or another directly relevant security discipline.
• Proven ability to work in professional, sensitive, or high-visibility environments.
• Strong interpersonal skills, situational awareness, and written and verbal communication.
• Professional appearance and the ability to interact appropriately with executives, public figures, guests, and clients.
• Ability to maintain discretion and protect confidential information.
• Reliable transportation and the ability to report to designated assignments throughout the metropolitan area
• Ability to work independently while following established operational procedures and supervisory direction.
• Ability to…