Executive Protection & Event Security Lead

M&T Bank Corporation; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 68,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

M&T Bank is seeking a professional in Executive Protection and Event Security to safeguard its leadership across planned and travel operations. This role requires proactive security planning, risk assessment, and discreet handling of sensitive situations to support the Bank’s executives and strategic events.

Based in Baltimore, MD, the position involves coordinating with law enforcement, security teams, and external partners, plus travel when required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 3 years’ relevant work and/or military experience, or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 7 years’ higher education and/or work experience, including a minimum of 3 years’ relevant work and/or military experience
• Demonstrated experience in providing security services for corporate events
• Demonstrated experience in working with C-suite executives in delivering executive protection recommendations and provisions
• Basic First Aid, CPR and AED trained and certified (or willing to obtain certification within first 3 months of employment)
• Possess a valid U.S. Passport
• Strong decision-making skills
• Strong crisis management skillsDemonstrated firearms proficiency, and willingness to carry a firearm in furtherance of job duties, as applicable to role and jurisdiction
• Ability to obtain a Concealed Carry Weapon (CCW) permit and Armed Guard Registration Card in assigned region and as required by state law

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough site risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and threats to executive leadership.
• Coordinate with law enforcement and third parties to ensure security of the venue and safety of the executive(s).
• Proactively plan and execute security strategies for executive protection, including internal corporate functions, VIP gatherings, Board meetings, investor conferences, and public appearances.
• Coordinate threat intelligence, protective intelligence, and travel security with internal Corporate Security to ensure compliance with security standards.
• Coordinate with law enforcement, first responders and/or third parties to ensure the safety of the executive(s) and guests. Ensure event security through security checkpoints, access control, and emergency response procedures.
• Develop and maintain security operational plans, incident reports, and after-action briefings; report to CSO and senior leaders.
• Develop and implement personalized security plans for Bank leadership including travel, venues, transportation and residential protection.
• Organize and conduct training sessions for security personnel on best practices and emergency response.
• Assist in creating and updating policies and procedures for daily operations and events.
• Conduct routine security risk assessments for corporate offices and event locations.
• Assist in incident response protocols with Security Risk Management and Intelligence Operations program.
• Staff CSOC in Buffalo, NY during significant events
• Maintain discretion and professionalism with clients and sensitive situations
• Maintain rapport with senior leaders and respond to requests for support and deliverables
• Understand and adhere to risk and regulatory standards; escalate issues as needed
• Promote a culture of belonging and reflect the M&T Bank brand
• Maintain internal controls and address audit points as required
• Complete other related duties as assigned

Skills

Executive protection

C-suite liaison

Crisis management

Decision making

Firearms proficiency

Travel coordination

First Aid/CPR/AED trained

Education

Bachelor's degree

3 years relevant work and/or military experience

7 years combined education and/or work experience

Valid U.S. Passport

Firearms proficiency certification

Job description

M&T Bank is seeking a professional in Executive Protection and Event Security to safeguard its leadership across planned and travel operations. This role requires proactive security planning, risk assessment, and discreet handling of sensitive situations to support the Bank’s executives and strategic events.

Based in Baltimore, MD, the position involves coordinating with law enforcement, security teams, and external partners, plus travel when required.