Executive Protection Agent Team Lead - US

Surefox North America Inc; Mountain View (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Surefox North America Inc is seeking a Full Time Executive Protection Travel Team Lead in Mountain View, California. You will provide close protection for C-Level executives, manage security protocols, and work under the guidance of a Program Manager on projects for various clients in Silicon Valley.

Key qualifications include at least 4 years of physical security experience, a high school degree or equivalent, and the ability to handle dynamic situations effectively. Benefits include a rotational schedule of 20 days on/20 days off.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of physical security experience.
• Must have a valid U.S. Passport and driver's license.
• Ability to pass an extensive background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide close protection for C-Level executives and their family.
• Respond to emergencies and coordinate with law enforcement.
• Conduct ongoing threat, risk, and vulnerability assessments.

Skills

Physical security experience

Emergency handling

Communication skills

Judgment and decision making

Scheduling logistics

Education

High school degree or equivalent

BSIS guard card or eligibility

Executive protection training certificate

Job description

Surefox North America Inc is a veteran owned company that strives to create a diverse and unique culture of trained and talented individuals. We are currently seeking an experienced Full Time Executive Protection Travel Team Lead with high integrity and professionalism who can join our team here in the Bay Area, California. You will be working on uniquely assigned projects under the guidance of your Program Manager for our various Silicon Valley clients. In your day to day role as an Executive Protection Travel Team Lead, you will assist in acting as a liaison between Surefox and its clients while providing close protection for C‑Level executives and their family. You will perform all duties in accordance with client policies and procedures, Surefox policies and procedures, and all state & federal regulations. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to: providing safe and secure vehicle transportation for C‑Level executives and their family; responding to emergency events as well as medical & non‑medical issues; providing physical security, addressing staffing deficiencies, handling client requests in a timely manner, and any other tasks assigned to you by your program leadership. You will also have exceptional multitasking skills, pay close attention to detail, and work independently on assignments. On occasion, this position requires coordination and collaboration with supporting or adjacent teams, agencies, or vendors to ensure client security requirements are met in a timely and professional manner. The individual selected for this role must be flexible and able to respond to dynamic situations with sound judgment as well as have the ability to perform their duties on a national and international level. As we encourage veterans and candidates that are currently in the military reserve to apply, we welcome all who share the same passions for protection as we do. We are not offering visa sponsorship for this position at this time.

What you will do:

• Rotational scheduled - 20 days on / 20 days off
• Responsible for client and family physical safety as well as the safeguarding of client assets
• Develop relationships with clients, facilitiate collaboration, and have the ability to influence informally across different departments within the team
• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot and/ or vehicle while monitoring access, on occasion as needed
• Watch for unusual activity and respond immediately and safely to emergency situations on-site, on occasion as needed
• Coordinate with emergency services and law enforcement agencies as necessary, on occasion as needed
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company and/or client property, on occasion as needed
• Provide incident detection capabilities to the client as requested
• Conducts ongoing threat, risk, and vulnerability assessments
• Operates motor vehicles in a safe and legal manner, on occasion as needed
• Maintain up to date knowledge of local emergency services, routes, and points of interest within a given area of responsibility
• Operate in a low‑profile, low‑footprint capacity, on occasion as needed
• Physical security or overhe‑watch of assigned clients, on occasion as needed
• Manage, track and report program performance assurance and compliance requirements within the provided guidelines
• Assist in managing the Executive Protection Program team schedule
• Update and maintain the Executive Protection Program SOPs
• Assist with managing the program vehicle fleet
• Manage/monitor surveillance equipment and access points, on occasion as needed
• Maintain and update logs with any pertinent activity observed related to assigned client, on occasion as needed
• Prepare reports on accidents, incidents and suspicious activities, on occasion as needed
• Provide assistance to employees and create a safe and friendly environment for visitors and clients in a professional manner, on occasion as needed
• Attend project meetings upon request to assess the security implications of proposed changes
• Work independently and adapt to varying operational tempo while maintaining a high‑level of situational awareness
• Follow Executive Protection Operating Procedures and Guidelines
• Comply with Surefox Policy and Procedures

What is required:

• Must be eligible for employment within the United States
• Must be a minimum of 18 years old per state licensing guidelines
• Must be able to pass an extensive background check and drug screening
• Must live within driving distance or be willing to relocate
• Must have at least 4 years of physical security experience
• Must have a current BSIS guard card or eligible to qualify for guard card
• Must have a high school degree or equivalent
• Must be willing to travel from remote/home location to the work location generally within the Bay Area for 20 day rotational periods
• Must have a current BSIS guard card or eligible to qualify for guard card
• Must have a high school degree or equivalent and meet one of the following criteria:
  • A graduate of a reputable executive protection training school
  • 5+ years of corporate and high net worth executive protection experience
  • 2+ years of security experience in a high threat environment
• Demonstrated competence in reacting to and handling emergencies
• Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds
• Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• All applicants must be able to pass the Surefox Physical Agility Test (SPAT), with or without reasonable accommodation, prior to the scheduled start date
• CPR/First Aid/AED for all ages is required
• Possess a valid and current driver license
• Valid U.S Passport
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required
• Ability to work autonomously, domestically and internationally
• Demonstrate an operational understanding of today’s technology across all platforms
• Strong writing and interpersonal skills
• Assist and take direction from the Team Lead and the Executive Protection Operations Manager
• Assist with counselings (quarterlies, annuals, positive/negative)
• Strong knowledge of scheduling and national/international logistics

What is desired:

• 10+ years of Security or law enforcement related experience preferred
• Military background is a plus
• Report writing experience preferred
• Experience working with families and children in a high net worth environment
• Experience with international travel and experience in overseas protection assignments
• Executive Protection related training course(s) attendance or experience
• Anti‑terrorism or high‑threat driving course(s) attendance or experience

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