Executive Protection Specialist

0190 Huntington Bancshares Incorporated; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Bancshares Incorporated is seeking an Executive Protection Specialist to serve as the primary protection agent for the CEO, President, or VIP designee. You will conduct advance work, develop security plans for local and international travel, and coordinate with security, law enforcement, and staff to ensure seamless movement and safety.

Responsibilities include threat assessment, protective driving, incident reporting, and collaboration with executive assistants and flight teams to

Qualifications

• Experience in executive protection and close protection operations.
• Ability to conduct threat assessments and preplanning for events and travel.
• Strong crisis management, de-escalation, and incident-reporting capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct threat assessments to mitigate threats and vulnerabilities for Senior Management.
• Monitors residence security systems and preplans activities for events.
• Provide duty of care and travel tracking for executive international travel and protect principals during movements.

Skills

Executive protection

Threat assessment

Crisis management

De-escalation

Security operations

Firearms training

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Location

This position will be at the Huntington Bank Office located at 41 S High St, Columbus, OH 43215.

Summary

The Executive Protection Specialist (EPS) acts as primary protection agent to CEO, President, or VIP designee(s). Conducts advance-work and creates comprehensive security plans for all local, domestic, and international travel, events, and off-site meetings. Coordinates with other EPS, law enforcement, executive drivers, and administrative staff to support all movement(s) logistical needs. Demonstrates an ability to work independently and to adapt to various work-paces while always maintaining a high level of attentiveness and energy. Exercises sound operational judgment, as well as flexibility to shifting time, priorities, and problem solving. Works closely with HNB executive administrative assistants and flight department colleagues to ensure schedule alignment with security plans. Conducts online and physical security assessments for scheduled locations and makes recommendations for any safety/security concerns. Ability to travel domestically and internationally to support all protection needs of the protectee(s). Collects and analyzes pertinent intelligence from local, national, and in-house intelligence sources. Maintaining certifications to carry an issued firearm, satisfactory completion/passing of a psychological suitability assessment, and after an offer of employment is extended pass a physical fitness test.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct threat assessment to mitigate threats and vulnerabilities to Senior Management via investigations, proactive means (actively engaging the aggressor), site visits, preplanning security at events, etc.
• Monitors residence security systems
• Preplans activities for regular and special events
• Provides Duty of Care support and travel tracking for HNB executive international travel
• Coordinates with various service providers and provides close-in personal protection to the principles as they go about their daily activities
• Drives CEO and other Executives as needed
• Provide emergency first aid/CPR as needed
• Assists Corporate Security team with investigations, training, site assessments, etc.
• Acts as liaison with senior security service providers (political/celebrity VIP details, secret service, etc.) for enhanced security as required
• Interacts with corporate and government VIPs, dignitaries and security staff on behalf of Huntington
• Exercises independent judgment responding to potential threats
• Performs protective advance planning
• Transports the Principal and/or family members to events and appointments, using specialty training/evasive and/or defensive driving tactics, as needed
• Effectively manages the Principal and/or their family/representative requests against the need to ensure all safety and security precautions
• Responds to emergencies and coordinates with first responders to perform medical and police operations, as needed
• Deescalates tense situations or individuals that arise at the client residence and/or events
• Acts upon and communicates vulnerabilities or safety concerns in a timely manner
• Completes suspicious activity reports, incident reports. shift logs, pattern of life reports, medical treatment reports, and other administrative requirements
• Ensures vehicle is in clean and safe operating conditions at all times
• Assists with protection schedules and team assignments
• Operates and maintains protective, operations, and communications equipment.
• Conducts independent research to gather, analyze, or evaluate information from a variety of sources, such as law enforcement databases, surveillance, intelligence networks or geographic information systems
• On a daily basis, studies activities related to personal and perceived threats against the Principal or other national security threats against the business
• Develops and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external business partners, local officials and agencies; work to develop relationships with asset protection industry investigators.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• 5+ years practical security experience includes a combination of: Active Shooter Response, Behavior Pattern Recognition, Counterterrorism, Counter Surveillance, Crisis Management, Customer Service, De-escalation, Dignitary Protection, Emergency Medicine, Firearms, High Risk Motor Vehicle Operation, National Incident Management System, Tactical Rescue
• 2+ years of close protection or executive protection experience, preferably in a dignitary or diplomatic environment
• LEOSA permit to carry a concealed firearm (HR 218)
• Valid Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Ability to work autonomous, domestic and international
• Ability to maintain composure in dealing with authorities, executives, clients, staff, and the public occasionally under conditions of urgency and in pressure situations
• Previous exposure to stressful situations, such as challenging individuals who are in or approaching an unauthorized area
• Rapid and effective decision-making during unusual or emergency situations
• Possess (or have the ability to obtain) an Armed Security Officer Certification in accordance with FAA regulations
• Ability to pass a background check, psychological exam, and other assessments as required
• Ability to effectively communicate security-related concepts/concerns to all levels of personnel; General knowledge of relevant laws and regulations that govern the protection of information security and physical assets
• Proven ability to apply sound judgment and use discretion when dealing with sensitive information
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and communication (both written and oral) skills
• EMT experience
• Private sector EP experience

Exempt Status

(Yes = not eligible for overtime pay) (No = eligible for overtime pay) Yes

Workplace Type

Office

Our Approach to Office Workplace Type

Certain positions outside our branch network may be eligible for a flexible work arrangement. We’re combining the best of both worlds: in‑office and work from home. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. Remote roles will also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for moments that matter. Specific work arrangements will be provided by the hiring team. Huntington will not sponsor applicants for this position for immigration benefits, including but not limited to assisting with obtaining work permission for F-1 students, H-1B professionals, O-1 workers, TN workers, E-3 workers, among other immigration statuses. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.

Equal Opportunity

Huntington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Tobacco‑Free Hiring Practice

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