Armed Protective Services Agent

Company Overview:

Elevate your security career with Allied Universal® Enhanced Protection Services, a global leader in security and threat mitigation. We specialize in risk consulting, executive protection, intelligence, investigations, and emergency response, offering exciting career opportunities for professionals passionate about security and safety. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the security industry and make a meaningful impact. Explore key roles, such as executive protection agents, intelligence analysts, armed security operatives, x-ray screeners, and security consultants.

Allied Universal® Enhanced Protection Services

Compensation: $52.00 per hour
Location: New York, NY

Allied Universal® Enhanced Protection Services provides specialized security and protective services designed to help organizations protect their people, assets, and operations. Our team is committed to professionalism, integrity, discretion, and delivering high-quality security solutions in complex environments.

We are seeking a qualified Protective Services Agent to provide comprehensive protective security services under the direction of the Director of Embedded Services. The successful candidate will bring sound judgment, strong communication skills, operational awareness, and the ability to manage sensitive situations with discretion and professionalism.

The Protective Services Agent is responsible for providing close protection to a designated Principal and, as assigned, other senior executives, high-risk personnel, and their families. This position supports protective operations, security assessments, emergency response, executive travel, event security, and investigative coordination.

The role requires proactive risk identification, effective coordination with internal and external stakeholders, and the ability to respond appropriately to evolving security concerns while maintaining strict confidentiality.

• Provide protective escorts and close protection for the Principal during movements, travel, and other designated activities.
• Support protective services programs for the Principal, Managing Directors, members of the Executive Board, other high-risk personnel, and their families, as assigned.
• Review daily schedules and travel itineraries to identify potential safety and security concerns and recommend appropriate mitigation measures.
• Conduct or coordinate advance reconnaissance of locations the Principal is scheduled to visit, identifying security vulnerabilities and implementing appropriate countermeasures.
• Contribute to the maintenance of personal security profiles and risk assessments for individuals receiving protective services.
• Participate in physical security programs involving corporate facilities, residences, hotels, charter aircraft, special events, ground transportation, air transportation, and special projects.
• Monitor developments and emerging threats related to terrorism, criminal activity, workplace violence, political instability, civil unrest, and executive protection.

• Initiate appropriate emergency response actions during crises, emergencies, or threats to the Principal.
• Take proactive measures to reduce exposure to potential threats and respond effectively when incidents occur.
• Provide basic first aid and emergency medical support within the scope of training and certification.
• Maintain reliable communications with the client's Security Operations Center and designated support personnel.
• Coordinate protective logistics with client staff, drivers, event hosts, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless security coverage.
• Assist in planning and executing visits involving dignitaries, heads of state, political leaders, and senior executives from other organizations.
• Support the planning and execution of small- to medium-sized events and official visits to help maintain a safe and secure environment.
• Liaise with federal, state, and local law enforcement, host-country government officials, site hosts, and other relevant parties to support protective security objectives.

• Gather relevant information, conduct fact-finding, and preserve pertinent evidence in accordance with client procedures and applicable law.
• Coordinate with the client's fraud and…