Manager, Executive Protection; Hybrid: Onsite and Remote Work

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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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, Law Enforcement, Military Science, or a related field or relevant work experience is required.

• First Aid / CPR / Tactical medical training
• Experience managing multi-jurisdictional protection operations.

• Valid driver’s license required & motor vehicle record must be in good standing.

• Experience managing multi-person executive protection…