Manager, Executive Protection; Hybrid: Onsite and Remote Work

Position: Manager, Executive Protection (Hybrid: Onsite and Remote Work)
Location: California
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The Manager, Executive Protection (EP) is responsible for ensuring the safety, security, and well-being of high-profile executives and VIPs. This role involves strategic planning, risk assessment, and the management of a professional security team to mitigate threats and maintain a safe environment. The Manager, EP works closely with internal stakeholders and external agencies to develop and implement comprehensive protection strategies.
** This position has been segmented as Hybrid meaning there is a combination of three onsite days per week and the rest remote.
**** Responsibilities:
*** Develop, implement, and manage executive protection protocols for assigned personnel.
* Conduct risk assessments, threat analysis, and vulnerability assessments for executives and facilities.
* Establish a threat protection strategy utilizing third-party vendor and/or develop internal capabilities.
* Plan and coordinate secure travel, including domestic and international itineraries.
* Lead, train, and supervise executive protection officers and security personnel.
* Collaborate with local law enforcement, security consultants, and other agencies as needed.
* Monitor and evaluate security technologies and systems to ensure maximum effectiveness.
* Manage budgets, contracts, and vendor relationships for security-related services.
* Respond to incidents and emergencies, making quick and informed decisions to protect personnel.
* Prepare reports, briefings, and recommendations for senior leadership regarding security matters.
* Lead, mentor, and manage the executive protection team, ensuring clear direction, accountability, and professional development.
* Establish team protocols, assign responsibilities, and monitor performance to maintain a high standard of security operations.
* Foster a culture of collaboration, vigilance, and continuous improvement within the protection and overall security team.
* Other duties as assigned by manager
** Supervision:
*** Manages 1–2 full-time executive protection associates and coordinates with contracted security personnel as needed, providing guidance, oversight, and accountability to ensure effective protection operations.
** Relationships:**
* ** Internal:
** Collaborates with executives, senior leadership, HR, Safety, facilities, IT/security teams, and administrative staff to ensure seamless planning and execution of executive protection operations.
* ** External:
** Builds and maintains relationships with law enforcement, security vendors, contractors, and other external partners to support effective executive protection operations.
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* Minimum Qualifications:

*** Must possess a minimum of 7 years of experience in executive protection, close protection, high-level security management, law enforcement, military or private security.
* Strong leadership, team management, and organizational skills.
* Ability to operate effectively under high-stress and high-profile situations.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Knowledge of risk assessment, threat mitigation, and security technology.
* Valid driver’s license; travel readiness required.
* Required 75% of travel.
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* Education:

** Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, Law Enforcement, Military Science, or a related field or relevant work experience is required.
** Certifications/Training:
*** First Aid / CPR / Tactical medical training
* Experience managing multi-jurisdictional protection operations.
** Licenses:
*** Valid driver’s license required & motor vehicle record must be in good standing.
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* Preferred Qualifications:

*** Experience managing multi-person executive protection teams.
* Graduate of the FBI National Academy or equivalent advanced federal law enforcement training program
* Defensive tactics, firearms proficiency, and tactical medical training.
* Certifications in Executive Protection (e.g., ASIS CPP, PSP).
* Experience with secure domestic and international travel planning for executives or VIPs.
* Strong knowledge of threat assessment, risk mitigation, and security technologies.
* Ability to remain calm and make decisions under high-pressure situations.
* Excellent…