Executive Protection Specialist

Fortis Group; Michigan; On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High wages

Flexible schedule

Paid training

Challenging assignments

Professional development

Wholesale pricing

Job summary

Fortis Group is seeking an Executive Protection Specialist to join our elite protection team in Michigan. The role focuses on ensuring safety and continuity of operations for high-profile clients through advance planning, threat assessment, travel logistics, and on-the-ground protection, domestically and internationally.

You will execute advance work, coordinate secure transportation, and maintain situational awareness while collaborating with law enforcement and security vendors.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years in executive protection or related high-risk security.
• Experience in advance work, risk assessment, and protective operations.
• Ability to operate domestically and internationally with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical protection to executives with discretion.
• Conduct advance work including site assessments and route planning.
• Coordinate secure ground transportation and travel logistics.
• Maintain real-time situational awareness of threat landscapes.
• Collaborate with law enforcement, emergency services, and private security vendors.
• Respond to security incidents and emergencies.
• Participate in recurrent training (firearms, tactical medicine, driving).
• Maintain confidential logs and reports.
• Advise clients on safety and risk mitigation.

Skills

Executive protection experience

Threat assessment

Advance work

Route planning

Discretion & professionalism

Communication & reporting

Education

High school diploma or GED; associate/bachelor's preferred

Job description

Fortis Group is hiring anExecutive Protection Specialist.

Location: Michigan | Travel Required

Full-Time | Flexible Schedule

Our members operate independently as part of a team who serve Fortis Group's client base whenever their specialties are required. Our employees and contractors enjoy *Highest wages in the industry * Flexible work schedule * Paid training sessions * Challenging assignments * Training & professional development opportunities * Wholesale pricing on industry-related products

About Fortis Group Executive Protection Unit

Fortis Group is a premier provider of high-level security and risk mitigation services for private individuals, corporate executives, and government entities. Our Executive Protection Unit delivers discreet, intelligence-driven protection services with the utmost professionalism, integrity, and precision.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Executive Protection Specialist to join our elite protection team. This role involves ensuring the safety and continuity of operations for high-profile clients through advance planning, threat assessment, travel logistics, and on-the-ground protection, both domestically and internationally.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide physical protection to executives and other high-value individuals with discretion and professionalism.
• Conduct advance work including site assessments, route planning, and risk analysis.
• Coordinate secure ground transportation and travel logistics.
• Maintain real-time situational awareness of threat landscapes and emerging risks.
• Collaborate with law enforcement, emergency services, and private security vendors.
• Respond to security incidents, emergencies, and medical situations as needed.
• Participate in mandatory recurrent training (firearms, tactical medicine, driving, etc.).
• Maintain accurate and confidential logs, reports, and operational documentation.
• Advise clients and leadership on safety, security, and risk mitigation strategies.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3–5+ years in executive protection, military, law enforcement, or high-risk security operations.
• Prior experience in advance work, threat assessment, and high-profile protective assignments.

Skills & Traits:

• Strong working knowledge of protective intelligence, surveillance detection, and route planning.
• Calm under pressure with excellent judgment and decision-making abilities.
• Discreet, tactful, and skilled in managing sensitive and high-level interactions.
• Excellent communication, report writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Committed to confidentiality, integrity, and continued professional development.

Requirements:

• Valid driver's license with clean driving history.
• Eligible for or in possession of a valid concealed carry permit (CPL or equivalent).
• Capable of passing comprehensive background, drug, and psychological screenings.
• Physically fit to respond to emergencies and endure extended periods of driving, walking, or standing.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, holidays, and travel on short notice (domestic and international).