Associate Director - Executive Protection

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Executive Protection Agent to safeguard senior executives and designated principals. The role requires advanced expertise in risk identification, protection strategy development, and cross‑functional security coordination in dynamic, high‑risk environments. The agent will exercise a high degree of independence, delivering effective, risk‑based security solutions across travel, events, and daily operations.

• Lead the planning and execution of complex executive protection operations, including domestic and international travel, high‑visibility engagements, and residence security.
• Conduct advanced threat assessments and risk analyses, integrating intelligence inputs to inform protection strategies.
• Provide close protection and protective security services for senior executives and designated principals.
• Execute protective operations for executive travel, movements, residences, and engagements.
• Support special event security for executive offsites, board meetings, and high‑visibility corporate events.
• Develop and implement protective security plans, including advance work, route design, and contingency planning, performing route planning and venue assessments as needed.
• Maintain heightened situational awareness and respond appropriately to potential threats or unusual activity.
• Coordinate closely with Executive Drivers, other Executive Protection Agents, and the Global Security Operations Center.
• Administer After‑Action Reports and debrief lessons learned.
• Act in accordance with approved use‑of‑force policies, escalation protocols, and reporting requirements.
• Maintain professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality at all times.
• Participate in training, drills, and readiness activities to maintain operational standards.
• Assist with Global Security investigations as needed.

• Active LEOSA certification (mandatory).
• Prior sworn law enforcement experience in a weapon‑bearing role.
• Demonstrated experience in executive protection, dignitary protection, or protective services.
• Ability to obtain and maintain firearms qualifications and required certifications.
• Strong judgment and decision‑making skills under pressure.
• Willingness and ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Able to travel locally, regionally, or globally as required.
• Bachelor’s degree required.

• Federal law enforcement experience.
• Prior corporate executive protection or private‑sector security experience.
• Experience supporting high‑visibility executives or principals.
• Training in protective intelligence, threat assessment, or counter‑surveillance.

• Exceptional situational awareness and attention to detail.
• Ability to remain calm, decisive, and professional in high‑risk situations.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• High integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
• Ability to follow structured protocols while adapting to dynamic conditions.

• Ability to stand, walk, and remain alert for extended periods of time.
• Ability to respond quickly to emergent situations or security incidents.
• Ability to meet physical fitness, firearms qualification, and readiness standards.
• Able to travel locally, regionally, or globally as required.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal opportunities for all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

The salary range for this role is $ - $. The successful candidate will be eligible for an annual bonus and long‑term incentive, if applicable.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and other insurance benefits for employees and families. Retirement benefits include a 401(k) plan, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days.

Approximately 25% travel required.

Hybrid work arrangements are available.