Executive Security Agent

Pinkerton

Norridge (IL)

On-site

USD 48,000 - 52,000

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid life and AD&D

Voluntary life and AD&D

Medical

HSA Health Savings Account

FSA Flexible Savings Account

Dental

Vision

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(K)

Paid time off (vacation, personal, etc

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Pinkerton is seeking an Executive Security Agent for the Illinois client headquarters in Norridge. This part-time role provides concierge-level protection to members of the C-suite and ensures secure access to executive areas.

You will deescalate incidents, write detailed reports, secure communications, and coordinate with client teams to minimize risk. The position requires a high school diploma, prior protective security or law enforcement experience, and IL licensing (PERC/FOID/CCW/HR218) as

Qualifications

High School diploma; military or law enforcement experience preferred.
IL PERC, FOID, FCC, and CCW/HR218 licenses required.
Ability to maintain discretion and professionalism in executive protection.
Strong customer service and crisis management capabilities.

Responsibilities

Represent Pinkerton’s values of integrity, vigilance, and excellence.
Provide C-Suite protection at the client's headquarters.
Manage access control for executive areas and ensure authorized entry.
Respond swiftly to security breaches and incidents; deescalate as needed.
Write detailed incident reports following any incident or variance.
Secure communications and identify equipment deficiencies.
All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Executive protection

Customer service

Access control

Crisis management

Judgement and discretion

Pressure tolerance

Cross-cultural comms

Verbal & written comms

MS Office

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Access control systems

Job description

Overview

At Pinkerton, the mission is to protect our clients. To do this, we provide enterprise risk management services and programs specifically designed for each client. Pinkerton employees are one of our most important assets and critical to the delivery of world-class solutions. Bonded together, we share a commitment to integrity, vigilance, and excellence.

170+ Years Strong. Industry Leader. Global Impact.

Pinkerton is an inclusive employer who seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our team of industry subject matter experts.

The Executive Security Agent, assigned to a specific client, will be responsible for ensuring the safety and security of senior executives at the corporate headquarters. The Agent provides protection from potential threats to their safety, confidential information, and reputation. This role requires a high level of discretion, professionalism, and strategic thinking.

The part-time schedule for this position is: Monday through Friday, from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM.

Responsibilities

Represent Pinkerton’s core values of integrity, vigilance, and excellence.
Provide the C-Suite with concierge-level security at the client's headquarters.
Manage and oversee access control for executive areas, ensuring only authorized personnel gain entry.
Respond swiftly to any security breaches or incidents, ensuring minimal disruption to the executives.
Deescalate tense situations or individuals that may arise.
Write detailed incident reports following any incident, occurrence, or variance that warrants documentation.
Secure communication channels to protect sensitive information.
Identify and elevate equipment deficiencies/failures.
All other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

High School diploma with degree preferred and previous law enforcement, military, and/or protective security experience is required. An IL PERC, FOID, FCC, and CCW/HR218 are required.This position requires completion of Pinkerton's licensing process which may include verification of required licenses and affiliation to the appropriate Pinkerton entity.

Executive protection training preferred.
Concierge-level customer service skills.
Knowledge of executive access control and crisis management.
Sound judgement and discretion.
Able to operate in high-pressure environments.
Able to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Computer knowledge; Microsoft Office.

Working Conditions:

Regular computer usage.
Occasional reaching and lifting of small objects and operating office equipment.
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.
Work in environments and under conditions that require carrying authorized weapons and ammunition, the use of protective gear and devices, and awareness of personal safety and the safety of others.
Frequent sitting, standing, and/or walking for long periods of time and may involve climbing stairs and walking up inclines and on uneven terrain.
Travel, as required.

Pinkerton is an equal opportunity employer to all applicants and positions without regard to race/ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital/prenatal status, pregnancy/childbirth or related conditions, religion, creed, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any protected status by local, state, federal or country-specific law.

Benefits

employer-paid life and AD&D
voluntary life and AD&D
medical
HSA Health Savings Account
FSA Flexible Savings Account
dental
vision
short-term disability
long-term disability
401(K)
paid time off (vacation, personal, sick, and holidays)
several employee assistance-related programs

This information provides a brief benefit overview. Upon the acceptance of an employment offer, the new employee will receive comprehensive plan details based on specific eligibility rules.

Posted Salary Range

USD $35.00 - USD $38.00 /Hr.

Location

US-IL-Norridge

2026-3038