Corporate Executive Security Driver (ESD) - Armed

Global Ops; New York (NY); On-site; USD 144,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Ops is seeking an Executive Security Driver (ESD) to serve as the primary protective asset during executive movements and travel operations. The role combines secure driving, close protection, advance planning, and domestic travel coordination to ensure discreet, safe transportation while maintaining situational awareness and risk mitigation.

It reports to the Director of Security Operations and collaborates with assistants and protection personnel.

Qualifications

• Experience in executive protection or protective roles.
• HR218/LEOSA credentials preferred.
• Advanced training in defensive driving techniques.
• Experience operating luxury executive fleets.
• Willingness to travel domestically with the principal.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, discreet, and defensive driving services for the executive and authorized principals.
• Maintain low-profile operational posture during all movements.
• Coordinate movement logistics with executive assistants and security teams.
• Conduct pre-movement planning including primary, secondary, and emergency routes.
• Support advance preparation and movement coordination in unfamiliar environments.
• Coordinate with law enforcement and emergency services as needed.
• Maintain security posture and threat awareness during transit.

Skills

Defensive driving

Executive protection

Domestic travel

Discretion

Valid license

Job description

Salary: $160,000. .

Position Overview

The Executive Security Driver (ESD) serves as the primary protective asset during executive movements and travel operations. This role integrates secure driving, close-in protection, advance planning, domestic travel coordination, and dynamic route management to ensure safe, discreet transportation while maintaining continuous situational awareness and threat avoidance.. . The ESD operates within a low-profile security posture and is responsible for both the safety of the principal and the integrity of movement operations. The position requires disciplined judgment, professional discretion, and the ability to anticipate and mitigate risk without disrupting executive productivity or comfort.. . This role includes regular domestic travel alongside the principal and participation within a broader executive protection and security operations framework. The ESD will work as part of a coordinated team environment while serving as a primary transportation and protective resource during daily operations and travel assignments.. . The ESD works under the direction of the Director of Security Operations (DSO) and in coordination with executive assistants, protection personnel, and external security advisors as required.. .

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Key Responsibilities

Secure Executive Transportation

• Provide safe, discreet, and defensive driving services for the executive and authorized principals.
• Maintain low-profile operational posture during all movements.
• Ensure vehicle readiness, cleanliness, and operational integrity at all times.
• Position vehicle strategically to minimize exposure during pick-up and drop-off.
• Support executive travel movements domestically as required.

Protective Operations During Transit

• Maintain continuous situational awareness of surroundings, vehicles, and pedestrian activity.
• Identify anomalies, surveillance indicators, or potential threats during movement.
• Communicate suspicious activity immediately and delay principal movement if required.
• Serve as both driver and protective agent when operating in single-asset configuration.

Route Planning & Advance Preparation

• Conduct pre-movement planning including primary, secondary, and emergency routes.
• Vary routes and departure timing to reduce predictability.
• Conduct advance site visits when required to assess entrances, exits, parking, and exposure points.
• Maintain familiarity with executive residences, offices, airports, hotels, and frequently visited locations.

Travel & Operational Support

• Accompany the principal during domestic travel assignments as required.
• Coordinate movement logistics with executive assistants, aviation personnel, hotels, and security partners.
• Support advance preparation and movement coordination in unfamiliar operating environments.
• Operate effectively within a team-based executive protection structure.

Incident Response & Emergency Management

• Respond immediately and appropriately to security incidents during transit.
• Prioritize evacuation and principal safety over engagement.
• Maintain knowledge of nearby hospitals and emergency response access points.
• Coordinate with law enforcement, emergency services, and protective teams as needed.

Firearms & Operational Standards

• Carry authorized firearm in accordance with company policy and applicable law.
• Maintain concealment at all times unless lawfully and operationally justified.
• Demonstrate disciplined use-of-force judgment consistent with company standards.
• Maintain proficiency in defensive tactics, de-escalation, and emergency response.

Coordination & Communication

• Work closely with executive assistants regarding daily schedules and changes.
• Coordinate with Executive Protection Agents and Operations teams when applicable.
• Maintain clear, concise, and professional communication at all times.
• Protect confidentiality of executive movements and sensitive information.

Qualifications & Experience

• Prior experience in executive protection, law enforcement, military, or equivalent protective roles.
• HR218 / LEOSA credentials strongly preferred.
• Advanced training in defensive and evasive driving techniques preferred.
• Experience operating luxury vehicles and executive fleets.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically with the principal as required.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Licensed and legally authorized to carry a concealed firearm (as applicable by jurisdiction).
• Strong familiarity with urban movement operations and route planning.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion and sound judgment under pressure.

Core Competencies

• Defensive and protective driving proficiency.
• Situational awareness and threat recognition.
• Calm decision-making under stress.
• Executive discretion and confidentiality.
• Low-profile operational discipline.
• Adaptability in dynamic urban and travel environments.
• Professional presence and team-oriented mindset

Experience: Required
Employment: Full-time

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