Elite Executive Protection Specialist

Global Guardian, LLC; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Guardian, based in McLean, VA, seeks an Executive Protection Agent to provide primary client protection, security, and welfare during domestic assignments. The role requires handling travel advances, protective transports, and rapid emergency responses while maintaining high professional standards.

The candidate should have at least 2 years in executive protection, with concealed carry and PPS handgun credentials, and be willing to travel.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of executive protection experience, including advanced planning, surveillance and counter-surveillance operations.
• Law enforcement officer background preferred.
• Strong knowledge of the DC area preferred.
• Concealed Carry permit (CCW) in Virginia (Required).
• Virginia DCJS Personal Protection Specialist (PPS) with advanced handgun (Required).
• Maryland private investigation license preferred.
• Maryland Carry and Conceal permit preferred.
• Valid Driver's License (Required).

Responsibilities

• Provide close protection and other security-related duties for the client during domestic assignments.
• Review departures, arrivals, movements, routes, and emergency actions; assess threat vulnerabilities on movements.
• Transport the client or family members to events and appointments.
• Manage family members to ensure safety and security precautions.
• Respond to emergencies and perform medical first aid operations.
• Deescalate tense situations during missions.
• Submit incident reports and communicate with clients and management.
• Assist with protection schedules and team assignments.
• Operate and maintain protective, operational, and communications equipment.
• Prepare mission plans and submit reports on time.

Skills

Executive protection

Security driving

Communication

Travel readiness

Family protection

Calm under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferable

Job description

Global Guardian, based in McLean, VA, seeks an Executive Protection Agent to provide primary client protection, security, and welfare during domestic assignments. The role requires handling travel advances, protective transports, and rapid emergency responses while maintaining high professional standards.

The candidate should have at least 2 years in executive protection, with concealed carry and PPS handgun credentials, and be willing to travel.