Global Security Senior Manager, Executive Protection

Apple, Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 220,000 - 331,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation

Comprehensive benefits

Stock options

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Cupertino, CA is seeking a Global Security Senior Manager for Executive Protection to lead a team delivering discrete protective services for Apple's senior leaders worldwide.

You will guide operations, mentor EP professionals, and ensure confidentiality and safety across complex environments. The role requires 15+ years in executive protection or related fields, strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to travel globally on short notice.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in executive protection, law enforcement, or military special operations.
• At least 5 years in corporate EP leadership.
• Strong written and verbal communication, collaboration, and attention to detail.
• Experience with international and domestic travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day executive security operations for a team primarily located in CA.
• Lead, mentor, and grow an established team of Executive Protection professionals.
• Communicate effectively with and influence all levels of leadership.
• Build and foster relationships with key business units, senior executives, and their support teams.
• Coordinate security duties including executive protection, secure transportation, safety/emergency planning, risk assessments, and events.
• Prioritize security strategies with a holistic approach to mitigate risk.
• Assist with planning and executing discrete executive protection services.
• Ability to collect, analyze, and disseminate information quickly.

Skills

Executive protection

Leadership

Communication skills

Vendor management

Tools

CCTV

Intrusion detection

Job description

Global Security Senior Manager, Executive Protection

Cupertino, California, United States Corporate Functions

The Protective Services team at Apple manages the security of our most valuable asset: our people. As one of the most closely watched companies in the world, Apple has security needs that are broad and unique. This group develops solutions for issues across our global Executive Protection, Talent Protection, and Event Security functions.

Description

This candidate will be responsible for managing a team of Executive Protection Specialists tasked with performing all aspects of protective operations globally. This person must be able to lead and operate within a small team environment and will be responsible for ensuring the safety and security of designated individuals and assets. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully leading teams in the protective operations space, providing discrete protective services, maintaining strict confidentiality, and must possess seasoned communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead day to day executive security operations for a team primarily located in CA.
• Lead, mentor, and grow an established team of Executive Protection professionals.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with and influence all levels of leadership.
• Build and foster relationships with key business units, senior executives, and their support teams.
• Coordinate regularly with cross-functional partners, internal business units, and various service providers and agencies.
• Coordinate security related duties including, but not limited to executive protection, secure transportation, safety/emergency planning, risk assessments, special event planning, etc.
• Prioritizes strategies through a holistic approach to security to anticipate, identify, and mitigate risk.
• Assist with planning, organizing, and executing discrete executive protection services.
• Skilled in being able to quickly collect, analyze, and disseminate information in a timely manner.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions and often times in ambiguous environments. Calm under pressure.
• Travel frequently, often on short notice, including globally.
• Regularly conducts advance operations and develops, implements, and audits internally/externally developed security plans.
• Available on-call for emergencies and must be adaptable to constantly changing schedules which may include weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to work with highly confidential information.
• Other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• A minimum of 15+ years professional experience in executive protection, law enforcement, or military special operations is required. At least 5 years of corporate EP leadership experience is required. Tech sector leadership experience is highly desired.
• Must understand and have demonstrated experience in protection concepts to include protective intelligence, secure transportation, contingency planning, counter surveillance, and have experience in international and domestic travel.
• Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills, collaborative abilities, and attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of physical security systems to include, but not limited to intrusion detection systems, CCTV, and other security related software/hardware.
• Must be self-motivated, able to work without direct supervision, and understand security concepts and theories. Adept at identifying and managing vendors for concurrent projects globally.
• Must have exceptional organizational, time management, and problem solving skills.
• Must be in good physical condition and capable of sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods of time.
• Must be capable of hiking/backpacking for several miles at a time in austere environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Should have strong computer skills and be proficient in the development and presentation of Keynote presentations.
• Basic medical training, advanced medical training and certifications are a plus.

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $220,300 and $330,500, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant

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