Executive Protection Agent

Keelson Strategic; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 139,557 - 170,570; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

401(k) with employer match

Flexible insurance plans

Job summary

Keelson Strategic is seeking an Executive Protection Agent in Palo Alto, CA. This unarmed role involves alternating between executive protection and driving duties, requiring experience supporting C-suite executives and a comfort level in fast-paced environments with high-profile individuals.

The position offers full benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage fully paid by the company, along with a minimum salary of $155,064 per year. Applicants must possess a CA BSIS Security Guard license and be capable of meeting various physical requirements.

Qualifications

• Prior EP experience on an embedded team serving a single primary client is required.
• Military and police experience preferred.
• Proficiency with social media collection tools for protective intelligence.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the overall safety and security of designated Principals.
• Monitor multiple security systems and act on security risks.
• Drive Principals to various personal/business venues.

Skills

Knowledge of latest technology in security camera systems

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Drug-free status; must pass drug screening

Education

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree

Certification from a recognized EP school

Graduation from a certified driving school

Job description

Job Title

Executive Protection Agent

Location & Type

Palo Alto, CA
Full time, with full benefits

Compensation & Schedule

Minimum annual compensation: $155,064
Schedule: 7 on 7 off, 12‑hour shifts
Guaranteed overtime pay in accordance with CA state law and Federal law

Job Summary

This is an unarmed Executive Protection Agent position in which the candidate will alternate between executive protection responsibilities and driving duties. The role requires both domestic and international travel. Candidates must be comfortable operating in a fast‑paced environment and in social settings involving high‑profile public figures. Ideal candidates will have prior experience supporting C‑suite executives and the ability to integrate smoothly into that environment. Candidates must demonstrate strong problem‑solving skills, independence, reliability, and sound critical thinking. The position requires the ability to work effectively as part of a team as well as independently during solo coverage assignments. Prior EP experience on an embedded team serving a single primary client is required, while military and police experience in addition to this is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the overall safety and security of designated Principals and their property.
• Monitor multiple security systems, including alarms and cameras, and act on security risks.
• Control access to properties and maintain security logs for guests, service personnel, and vendors.
• Drive Principals to various personal/business venues and/or additional off‑site assignments.
• Maintain professional appearance and represent the company in a customer‑service approach.
• Communicate with the Principal’s staff, coworkers, and other third‑party vendors.
• Adapt to tasks outside traditional security operations.
• Interact with children when required.
• Use on‑the‑spot critical thinking and improvisation.
• Employ strong emotional intelligence and self‑awareness.
• Socially engineer desired outcomes as needed.
• Submit to pre‑employment, post‑accident, and random drug testing as determined by management.
• Work shifts that can include days/nights/weekends/holidays/OT.
• Travel domestically and internationally as required.
• Provide close protection at various venues, events, business meetings, personal trips, etc.
• Perform tasks around the Principal’s property as required.
• Maintain a positive attitude in diverse situations and conduct oneself professionally.
• Conduct advance work for routes, venues, and travel trips.
• Write detailed reports.
• Coordinate with Principal’s staff and outside personnel for seamless operations.
• Maintain physical fitness, standing for several hours and performing physically taxing activities such as running, swimming, hiking.
• Engage a threat against the Principal when necessary.
• Use defensive tactics to deescalate or actively engage potential threats.
• Submit expense receipts.
• Clock in/out for work shifts.

Position Certificates and Licenses

• CA BSIS Security Guard license
• Valid United States Driver’s License
• Current passport with more than six months expiration
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification for Adults, Children, and Infants

Preferred Education and Experience

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree
• Certification from a recognized EP school (can be supplemented with 2+ years of relevant industry experience)
• Graduation from a certified driving school (preferred)
• Military or Law enforcement experience (plus)
• Proficiency with social media collection tools for protective intelligence
• Prior RST experience (plus)
• Training in defensive tactics, counter surveillance, surveillance detection, and covert protection
• Active First Responder, Paramedic or EMT certifications (plus)
• Regular outdoor activity participation (mountain biking, hiking, ocean sports, etc.)
• California CCW permit (plus)

Required Skills and Experience

• Knowledge of latest technology in security camera systems, smartphones, communications, and collaboration apps.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills with clients, superiors, peers, and vendors.
• Drug‑free status; must pass drug screening and periodic screenings.
• Specific training related to this detail will be provided upon hire.

Physical Requirements

• Patrol property and access areas quickly.
• Physically capable of capturing and detaining individuals if necessary.
• Prolonged periods sitting (5+ hours) at a desk monitoring surveillance equipment.
• Prolonged periods standing (4–5+ hours) without a break.
• Lift 50 pounds at a time; lift, drag, or move a human up to 200 lbs.
• Bend, twist, stoop, crawl as needed.
• Respond to physical attacks, natural disasters, and evacuations.
• Perform physical activities such as hiking, biking, swimming.

Salary and Benefits

• Minimum annual compensation: $155,064
• Guaranteed overtime pay in accordance with CA state law and Federal law.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid time off (PTO) accrual.
• Holiday pay for select holidays worked.
• Company 401(k) with employer match.
• Flexible insurance plans—Medical, dental, and vision; 100% of employee premium paid by Keelson.
• Employer contribution per family member (up to 4) to lower employee contributions.
• Life insurance.
• Long‑term disability.
• Short‑term disability.
• Critical accident/illness coverage.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Employment with Keelson is at‑will, meaning that you or Keelson may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice.

Keelson Strategic is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state, or local law.

Keelson Strategic is licensed in the California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services. Private Patrol Operator # 120989.