Executive Protection Lead - Pittsburgh PA
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Job summary
PNC is seeking an Executive Protection Agent to safeguard executives during domestic and international assignments. Based in Pittsburgh, you will command security operations, perform site surveys, and coordinate protective plans with legal, risk, and security teams.
You will work closely with executives and partners, maintaining discretion and a proactive approach to risk management in a fast‑paced environment.
Qualifications
- Minimum 10 years in law enforcement, executive protection or high-threat security preferred.
- Federal protective agency experience strongly preferred but not mandatory.
- Advanced defensive and firearms training with close-quarters protection.
- Experience in threat assessment, risk analysis, and protective intelligence.
- Experience coordinating protection for domestic and international travel.
Responsibilities
- Provide close protection and security for PNC Executives during travel and events.
- Manage a dispatch mobile command center and disseminate security information.
- Conduct site surveys, route planning, and contingency responses.
- Develop comprehensive protection plans for trips and public appearances.
- Coordinate with law enforcement and cross-functional teams on security matters.
- Maintain professional conduct with senior executives and stakeholders.
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At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success.
As an Executive Protection Agent within PNC's Physical Security organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh PA.
PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.
As an Executive Protection Agent within PNC's Executive Protection organization, you will provide close protection and other security-related functions for PNC Executives during domestic and/or international assignments.
- Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in law enforcement, executive protection, dignitary protection, or high-threat security operations preferred
- Prior service in a federal protective agency (e.g., U.S. Secret Service, Diplomatic Security Service, USMS, or equivalent) is strongly preferred but not mandatory.
- Advanced tactical training, including firearms proficiency, evasive driving, defensive tactics, and close‑quarters protection.
- Deep understanding of threat assessment, risk analysis, and vulnerability identification in both domestic and international contexts.
- Experience operating in high‑threat environments or under elevated security conditions.
- Strong knowledge of surveillance detection, counter‑surveillance, and protective intelligence practices.
- Extensive experience in advance planning, including site assessments, route planning, venue security coordination, and contingency response
- Ability to create and execute comprehensive protection plans for domestic and international travel, events, and public appearances.
- Skilled in managing motorcade logistics, arrival/departure procedures, and secure transportation protocols.
- Ability to work with cross‑functional teams (physical security, legal, risk, compliance, corporate communications, 3rd Party Vendors) to align protection strategies with organizational goals.
- Ability to interface professionally with senior executives, family members, internal stakeholders and external partners.
- Demonstrated cultural awareness and discretion when interacting with global security vendors and foreign law enforcement/security agencies.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for briefing leadership and documenting protection plans and after‑action reports.
- Familiarity with digital security systems and secure communications platforms.
- Experience with real‑time incident monitoring and intelligence feeds.
- Proficiency in tools for itinerary management, route mapping, and risk scoring.
- Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, security management, homeland security, or related field preferred.
- Executive Protection certification from a recognized institution (e.g. ASIS, or similar) preferred
- Additional certifications such as EMT‑B, CPR/AED, or TCCC (Tactical Combat Casualty Care) are a plus.
- Required to possess or obtain: HR‑218 – Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act (LEOSA), PA Act 235 – Lethal Weapons Training Act & TSA Armed Security Officer (ASO) certification.
PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.
PNC is an in‑office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.
PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.
Assess and react, based upon potential impacts of presented risks/threats, in protection of at‑risk PNC employees, who may include: CEO, Executive Committee, Board of Directors, and others as identified.
Perform executive protection and logistic support, as needed, when clients travel both domestically and abroad. Manage the security operations from a dispatch "mobile" command center to create a localized point for analyzing security challenges and disseminating information. Basic knowledge of basic IT troubleshooting.
Perform site survey, both domestically and abroad, advise on site requirements, implementing security and access controls to ensure safety. Maintains an in depth knowledge of all security orders, written and oral, pertaining to assigned duties as well as working knowledge of applicable federal/state laws.
Works with all stakeholders to create comprehensive security plans, for all trips, events and off‑site meetings. Coordinate contingency plans and emergency medical response for security incidents while protecting PNC employees. Proactively partners with law enforcement on an as needed basis.
Ability to work independently and to adapt to various work‑paces while always maintaining a high‑level of attentiveness and energy.
Facilitates/assists with the physical security training. Takes an active role in media and speaking engagements as needed. Maintains the highest level of professional and confidentially.
PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:
Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.
Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.
Access Control (AC), Building Architecture, Collaboration, Communication, Conflict Resolution, Customer Solutions, Disaster Recovery Planning, Information Security, Network Security, Physical Security, Risk Assessments, Security Technologies
Effective Communications, Employee Health and Safety, Facilities Management, Group Facilitation, Managing Multiple Priorities, Personnel Security, Premises Security, Security Management
Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 5+ years of industry-relevant experience. Specific certifications are often required. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.
Bachelors
No Required Certification(s)
Candidates being considered for this position will be subject to additional background checks as established by PNC Policies. Professional Security certifications required as applicable.
No Required or Preferred Language Assessments
PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.
In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.
To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit pncthrive.com.
If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, please contact us via email at AccommodationRequest@pnc.com. Please include "accommodation request" in the subject line title and be sure to include your name, the job ID, and your preferred method of contact in the body of the email. Emails not related to accommodation requests will not receive responses. Applicants may also call 877-968-7762 and say "Workday" for accommodation assistance. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions.
PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law.
This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and, for any registered role, the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history.
Refer to the California Consumer Privacy Act Privacy Notice to gain understanding of how PNC may use or disclose your personal information in our hiring practices.
487018BR
Bachelors
Pittsburgh
Pennsylvania
Security
Banking Banking
PNC
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