Executive Protection Specialist

The Simon; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

The Simon in Baltimore is seeking an experienced Executive Protection Specialist for its Operational Readiness Network. The role involves protecting corporate executives and public officials, with responsibilities including protective advance planning and security coordination.

Ideal candidates should possess executive protection experience and a current state security license. This position offers competitive, assignment-based compensation and requires travel based on operational requirements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of executive protection experience.
• Experience in federal, state, or local law enforcement.
• Military service and corporate security experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive and dignitary protection.
• Plan protective advance details.
• Coordinate executive travel support.

Skills

Executive Protection experience

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Situational awareness

Judgment and decision-making

Integrity

Education

Current state security licenses

Job description

Executive Protection Specialist

Location: Baltimore MD, DC Area

Work Arrangement: Independent Contractor (1099) or W2 Employee | Assignment-Based

License: The Simon Agency Lic. #26PLU-SG74798

Travel: Local, Domestic, and International Travel Opportunities Based on Operational Requirements

Compensation: Competitive, assignment-based compensation commensurate with experience, qualifications, client requirements, and operational scope.

Position Overview

The Simon Agency is seeking experienced Executive Protection Specialists to become part of the Operational Readiness Network (ORN) – a carefully selected network of protective professionals strategically positioned throughout our licensed jurisdictions to support executive protection operations for corporate executives, public officials, legal teams, family offices, and other high-profile clients.

Primary Responsibilities

• Executive and dignitary protection
• Protective advance planning
• Protective intelligence support
• Executive movement coordination
• Corporate executive security
• Political executive protection
• Executive travel support
• Protective site assessments
• Venue liaison and coordination
• Security coordination with law enforcement, venue management, and client representatives
• Incident documentation and post-assignment reporting
• Representing The Simon Agency with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment

Minimum Qualifications

• Executive Protection experience
• Federal, state, or local law enforcement experience
• Military service
• Corporate security experience
• High-profile event security experience
• Dignitary protection experience

Applicants must also possess:

• Exceptional professionalism and integrity
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent situational awareness
• Sound judgment and decision-making abilitiesAbility to maintain strict confidentiality
• Valid driver's license
• Legal authorization to work within the United States
• Ability to travel as operational requirements dictate

Preferred Qualifications

• Current state security licenses (must have)
• HR218 / LEOSA credentials (where applicable)
• CPR / AED certification
• Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC/TCCC)
• EMT or Paramedic certification
• Protective Intelligence experience
• Protective advance planning experience
• Incident Command System (ICS) training
• International executive protection experience
• Valid passport without travel restrictions
• Foreign language proficiency

Professional Standards

• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Exceptional client service
• Integrity and accountability
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Emotional intelligence
• Operational discipline
• Respect for confidentiality
• Team-oriented leadership
• Commitment to continuous professional development