Operations Specialist

The Operations Specialist is responsible for supporting the planning, coordination, and execution of AT-RISK International’s clients and internal security and protection operations. Reporting to the Director of Operations, this position provides operational coordination, project support, research, logistics, compliance tracking, and administrative support across the Operations department. The role serves as a flexible resource to increase departmental capacity and support effective delivery of client engagements.

The Operations Specialist will assist with partner management, protective personnel sourcing, travel and operational logistics, credentialing and vetting, special projects, and general Operations and Executive Protection support. The position will work closely with Operations Managers, department leadership, protective personnel, partners, clients, and internal stakeholders to verify operational requirements are organized, communicated, and executed effectively. The role may also provide remote, on-call, and in-person support for client engagements, events, and other operational requirements, with domestic and international travel anticipated.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, adaptable, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating in a dynamic environment with competing priorities. The position requires strong written and verbal communication skills, sound judgment, initiative, and the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams. The Operations Specialist should bring a solutions-oriented and transformational mindset, with a willingness to identify opportunities for process improvement, support innovation, and contribute to the continued development and scalability of AT-RISK International’s Operations function.

* While this position is remote, the ideal candidate would be located in Washington, California, or New York.*

• Provide operational, protective, logistical, and risk mitigation support for AT-RISK International client engagements and internal operations as assigned.
• Support the planning, coordination, and execution of Executive Protection, secure transportation, and other protective operations.
• Conduct, monitor, and participate in protective assignments as required.
• Coordinate staffing requirements for protective operations, including research, sourcing, scheduling, and coordination of protection personnel and operational partners.
• Manage and maintain the company’s partner roster, including capabilities, geographic coverage, availability, credentials, and other relevant operational information.
• Conduct ongoing partner outreach and support the development and maintenance of operational relationships with partners and vendors.
• Support the research, sourcing, vetting, hiring, and onboarding of protective personnel and operational resources.
• Conduct and support advance work and prepare operational briefings, materials, and recommendations for protective teams and clients.
• Coordinate and communicate operational requirements with clients, partners, protective personnel, and internal stakeholders before, during, and after assignments.
• Provide remote operational support outside of normal business hours, including nights and weekends, as required to monitor active operations, address issues, and coordinate resources.
• Participate in AT-RISK International’s on-call rotation as required.
• Provide general Operations and Executive Protection ad-hoc and overflow support during periods of increased operational demand.
• Support surveillance or other investigative-related operations when required by client or operational needs.
• Assist with security assessments, risk mitigation activities, and other consulting or operational…