Executive Protection Specialist

Jobtailor; Dearborn (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks an experienced executive protection professional to plan and execute security advances for domestic and international movements and events. You will lead protective operations, develop comprehensive security plans, and provide close protection with secure transport under demanding conditions.

Role requires 7+ years of hands-on experience with Governors or federal officials, strong risk mitigation skills, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of executive protection experience, including close protection of Governors, Federal officials, or comparable high-profile principals in a law enforcement setting.
• Core protection disciplines: protective intelligence, secure transportation, advance/logistics coordination, contingency planning, and travel security.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute security advances for domestic and international movements and events.
• Develop advance reports, security plans, and contingency protocols; audit and refine plans for effectiveness.
• Provide close protection during movements and public engagements, including secure transportation with defensive/evasive driving.
• Collect and analyze threat intelligence; identify and mitigate risks to the principal.
• Coordinate logistics and liaise with law enforcement, venue security, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
• Deliver clear briefings and reports to leadership while maintaining confidentiality.
• Remain on-call and travel-flexible; operate independently under pressure with sound judgment.
• Perform duties under stressful conditions and ambiguous environments while maintaining composure.

Skills

Executive protection

Advance planning

Defensive driving

Threat intelligence

Coordination

Reporting & briefing

Job description

• Plan and execute security advances (site surveys, route/venue/threat assessments) for domestic and international principal movements and events
• Develop advance reports, security plans, and contingency protocols; audit and refine plans for effectiveness
• Provide close protection during movements and public engagements, including secure transportation with defensive/evasive driving
• Collect and analyze threat intelligence; identify and mitigate risks to the principal
• Coordinate logistics (travel, lodging, itineraries) and liaise with law enforcement, venue security, vendors, and cross-functional teams
• Deliver clear briefings and reports to leadership while maintaining strict confidentiality
• Remain on-call and flexible for irregular hours/travel; operate independently under pressure with sound judgment
• Perform duties under stressful conditions and in frequently ambiguous environments while maintaining composure and sound decision-making
• Available on-call, including evenings/weekends/holidays
• Able to travel domestically/internationally, often on short notice

Requirements

• 7+ years of executive protection experience, including close protection of Governors, Federal officials, or comparable high-profile principals in a law enforcement setting
• Proven expertise in security advance planning and core protection disciplines: protective intelligence, secure transportation, advance/logistics coordination, contingency planning, and domestic/international travel security
• Defensive/evasive driving and firearms proficiency
• Emergency medical field care capability
• Strong communication skills (written/verbal) across all organizational levels
• Tech-savvy, with ability to produce polished reports and presentations
• Solid organizational and project management skills
• Ability to solve problems and perform under high-stress, ambiguous conditions
• Self-motivated, works independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent physical condition; capable of sustained physical exertion
• Must pass a comprehensive background investigation.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates extensive expertise in executive protection, including security advance planning, close protection, and risk mitigation. Proficient in defensive driving, emergency medical care, and effective communication across various organizational levels.