Executive Protection Agent

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• $145,000 compensation
• Travel Team – can live anywhere in the United States
• Two weeks on, two weeks off rotation
• Average 16-hour shift length
• Job Type - full-time

This is an armed position for an Executive Protection (EP) Agent. The role requires frequent travel—approximately half the year will be spent internationally, and candidates must be able to perform effectively during extended hours, including shifts beyond 16 hours or with limited rest. A minimum of two years in a dedicated EP role is required, with experience in diplomatic security or overseas assignments strongly preferred.

Professional driving experience (limo or chauffeur) and prior service on ambassador protection teams are valued.

Ideal candidates are adaptable, client-focused, and comfortable in fast-paced, high-profile environments. Preferred qualifications include advanced or tactical driving, high-level medical training, and water safety or rescue certifications. Strong situational awareness, professionalism, and the ability to engage diplomatically with high-net-worth individuals are essential. Team-oriented agents who maintain discretion and boundaries will excel in this role.

• Ensure the overall safety and security of designated Principals and their property
• Monitoring of multiple security systems to include alarms and cameras, and competence to identify and properly act on security risks
• Controlling access to properties and maintenance of security logs for guests, service personnel, and vendors
• Required to drive Principals to various personal/business venues and/or additional off-site assignments
• Demonstrate proficiency in use and proper maintenance for all equipment used in support of the protective operations program (i.e. vehicles, medical supplies, communications devices, etc.)
• Maintain an acceptable professional appearance
• Be able to communicate with the Principals, staff, coworkers, and other third party vendors utilizing a customer service approach
• Adapting to various tasks that would be assigned outside of traditional security operations/roles
• Able to interact with children
• On-the-spot critical thinking and improvisation
• Emotional intelligence and self-awareness
• Be comfortable in a variety of social settings, with ability to socially engineer desired outcomes
• Be willing to submit to pre-employment, post-accident and random drug testing as determined by management
• Shifts that can include days/nights/weekends/holidays/OT
• Shifts that are over 16 hours unexpectedly
• When required, both domestic and international travel
• Close protection to Principals at various venues, events, filming sessions, business meetings, personal trips, etc.
• A variety of tasks around the Principal’s property as required
• Must maintain a positive attitude through a wide variety of situations, as well as, must conduct themselves in a manner which contribute to a positive and professional work environment
• Advance work for routes, venues, and travel trips
• Must have proficient writing skills to complete detailed reports
• Communicate with Principal’s staff and outside personnel, to facilitate seamless operations for our Principals
• Physical fitness to stand on your feet for several hours without a break, provide protective coverage during physically taxing activities including running, swimming, hiking, as well as maintain long schedules in the field.
• Ability to responsibly engage to an active threat against the Principal
• Must be proficient in defensive tactics, in order to deescalate, or actively engage in potential threats against the Principals.

• Class D Security Guard license
• Class G Security Guard License
• Florida CCW
• Valid United States Driver’s License
• Passport with more than six months expiration
• Aid/AED for Adults, Children, and Infants

• Bachelor’s degree
• Certification from a recognized EP school (this can be supplemented with 2+ years of relevant industry experience) from a certified driving school is also preferable, but this too can be supplemented based on experience
• Law…