Field-Based Integration & Protective Security Trainer

Acuity International; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Acuity International in Erbil, Iraq seeks a capable DOS Protective Security Specialist to train U.S. contractors and Local Nationals, both in classroom and field settings. This position supports Department of State Worldwide Protective Services III (WPS III) task orders in austere environments.

Candidates must meet strict prerequisites including U.S. citizenship, firearms instructor experience, a valid driver’s license, and a current passport.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Minimum of two (2) years' instructor experience in security.
• Minimum of one (1) year full-time firearms instructor experience in government training.
• Minimum of five (5) years in protective security assignments with relevant sub-experiences.
• Must hold a valid U.S. Driver's License.
• Must hold a valid U.S. Passport with at least 6 months' validity.
• Must be proficient in English (speaking, writing, and communication).
• Must pass the pre-employment Physical Readiness Test (PRT).

Responsibilities

• Conduct integration training for Local Nationals in overseas locations.
• Liaise with training entities involved with WPS III and LN integration.
• Direct and mentor integrated LN protective security personnel on a day-to-day basis.
• Ensure PRS assignments with LN personnel follow Post policy.
• Assist in mission planning for PRS assignments with TOC and RSO personnel.
• Coordinate and conduct LN firearms training and re-qualifications overseas.
• Perform day-to-day personal protective security functions as required.

Skills

Instructor experience

Firearms instruction

Protective security

English proficiency

PRT readiness

Driver's license

U.S. Passport

Tools

Glock-19

M4

MK18

M240

M249

Job description

Acuity International in Erbil, Iraq seeks a capable DOS Protective Security Specialist to train U.S. contractors and Local Nationals, both in classroom and field settings. This position supports Department of State Worldwide Protective Services III (WPS III) task orders in austere environments.

Candidates must meet strict prerequisites including U.S. citizenship, firearms instructor experience, a valid driver’s license, and a current passport.