Embedded Corporate Security Agent – (Plain-Clothes, CCW) | San Francisco, CA

Cooke & Associates; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 75,768 - 79,900; Full time

Job summary

A security services firm is seeking an Embedded Corporate Security Agent in San Francisco. This role requires significant law enforcement experience and involves maintaining security presence, monitoring access, and responding to incidents. Candidates must hold necessary California security licenses and certifications, and excel in a professional environment while ensuring safety. This is an on-site position offering a competitive hourly wage based on experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of sworn law enforcement experience required.
• Valid California Guard Card and CCW permit mandatory.
• Strong judgment and decision-making abilities under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Maintain lobby presence and cover front-desk operations.
• Monitor access control points and ensure compliance.
• Conduct visible foot patrols and respond to incidents.

Skills

Sworn law enforcement experience

Situational awareness

Decision-making under pressure

Professional appearance

Ability to operate in a corporate environment

Education

California BSIS Guard Card

BSIS Exposed Firearm Permit

California CCW permit

First Aid, CPR, AED certification

Tools

Smartphones

Standard communication devices

Job description

Embedded Corporate Security Agent – (Plain‑Clothes, CCW)

Location: San Francisco, CA (embarcadero corporate headquarters – onsite only)

Schedule: Monday‑Friday, day‑shift business hours; 10‑hour shifts. Initial assignment of approximately six (6) months, with potential extension up to one year or conversion to a longer‑term role.

Compensation: $55.00–$58.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. Overtime eligibility subject to California state and federal labor laws.

Position Summary

This position functions as an embedded, armed, plain‑clothes corporate security agent. The agent maintains a visible yet discreet presence, conducts routine patrols, supports access control integrity, and responds to incidents in accordance with established site expectations and operational requirements.

Executive protection responsibilities are secondary and occasional, potentially including limited secure transportation or close‑proximity support for designated executives when directed.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain lobby presence and cover front‑desk operations during scheduled breaks.
• Monitor access control points and ensure compliance with established access procedures.
• Conduct visible foot patrols and rotate coverage between two adjacent buildings.
• Respond to safety and security incidents in accordance with established response protocols.
• Provide limited executive protection and secure transportation support when directed.
• Coordinate with the client’s internal security team and CAI Operations Manager.
• Maintain situational awareness and respond calmly and effectively under pressure.
• Support emergency and medical response procedures when required.
• Submit accurate daily activity logs and detailed incident reports in a timely manner.
• Uphold professionalism and discretion to ensure continuity of business operations.

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years of sworn law enforcement experience.
• Valid and current California BSIS Guard Card, BSIS Exposed Firearm Permit, and California Concealed Carry Weapon (CCW) permit. HR218 credentials are not accepted.
• Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certification.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Strong judgment, situational awareness, and decision‑making ability under pressure.
• Ability to operate effectively in a plain‑clothes, corporate environment.
• Professional appearance and demeanor consistent with corporate standards.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing operational needs.
• Must maintain all required licenses, permits, and certifications in active status throughout employment.
• Subject to pre‑employment and ongoing background checks, drug screening, and any client‑mandated clearance requirements.

Preferred

• Prior experience in a corporate or critical‑site security environment.

Technology & Reporting Expectations

• Proficiency in the use of smartphones, email, and basic computer functions.
• Ability to operate radios and standard communication devices.
• Ability to accurately complete electronic activity logs, incident reports, and required documentation in a timely manner.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to conduct routine foot patrols across multiple buildings.
• Ability to run short distances when required to respond to incidents.
• Ability to safely and responsibly carry and deploy authorized equipment consistent with training and policy.

Who this role is not for

This role is not suited for individuals without extensive sworn law enforcement experience or for candidates seeking a passive or observational security position. It is not appropriate for individuals unwilling to operate within a structured corporate environment that prioritizes professionalism, discretion, and adherence to protocol. The agent is expected to remain alert, visible, and professionally engaged at all times as an active member of the security operation, not as a static or "warm‑body" post.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Cooke & Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.