Residential Security Agent II

Jobtailor; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced security professional for executive protection and residential security in the San Francisco Bay Area. The role focuses on high‑risk protection, coordination of protection schedules, and secure transport for clients and family members.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of security experience, advanced planning, and strong communication skills. California permits and a valid license are required; the position is on‑site in the SF area.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of security experience with protective missions.
• Experience in domestic protection assignments and executive protection.
• Valid driver license and clean driving record.
• Ability to obtain and maintain California BSIS permits.

Responsibilities

• Provide static residential and executive protection.
• Perform local area travel and protection during assignments.
• Securely transport client and manage safety precautions for family.
• Respond to emergencies and perform medical first aid when needed.
• De-escalate tense situations and report incidents promptly.
• Prepare mission plans and submit required reports.

Skills

Security experience

Advanced planning

Surveillance operations

Counter-surveillance

Security driving

Emergency response

Threat assessment

Incident reporting

Mission planning

Area patrols

Composure under pressure

Communication skills

Relationship development

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Protective equipment

Communications equipment

Vehicle operation

Job description

• Provide static residential protection, physical security, and some executive protection
• Provide close protection and security duties during domestic or global assignments
• Conduct local area travel advances covering departures, arrivals, movements, routes, emergency actions, and threat vulnerabilities
• Securely transport the client or family members to events and appointments
• Manage family members while maintaining safety and security precautions
• Respond to emergencies and perform medical first aid operations
• De-escalate tense situations
• Communicate vulnerabilities and safety concerns promptly
• Communicate with clients and management through incident reports and administrative tools
• Assist with protection schedules and team assignments
• Operate and maintain protective, operational, communications equipment, and a vehicle
• Identify and elevate equipment deficiencies, failures, and security gaps
• Prepare mission plans and submit expense, closing, and other required reports
• Assist with intelligence and other duties within the Command Post
• Conduct area patrols around the designated site and report suspicious activity
• Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

• 5+ years of security experience, including advanced planning, surveillance, counter-surveillance operations, and security driving
• Experience conducting protection missions in domestic environments
• High school diploma or GED
• Basic medical first aid training
• California BSIS Security Guard Permit
• California BSIS Security Exposed Weapons Permit
• California Concealed Weapons Permit (CCW)
• Defensive driving tactics training/experience as an executive driver
• Working knowledge of the San Francisco, California Area
• Excellent verbal and written communication; second language skills preferred
• Demonstrated experience developing relationships on assignments
• Ability to maintain composure with authorities, executives, clients, staff, and the public under urgency and pressure
• Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently
• Ability to work with children and manage protection in a family environment
• Valid driver's license
• 24/7 availability to the client while on a task
• Ability to carry authorized weapons and ammunition, use protective gear and devices, and perform physical activities including extended sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, and traversing uneven terrain

Core Competencies

Demonstrates extensive experience in security operations, including advanced planning, surveillance, and executive protection. Proficient in managing safety and security in family environments while maintaining effective communication and composure under pressure.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• 5+ Years Security Experience
• California BSIS Security Guard Permit
• California Concealed Weapons Permit (CCW)
• Defensive Driving Tactics Training
• Basic Medical First Aid Training

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Advanced Planning
• Surveillance Operations
• Counter-surveillance Operations
• Security Driving
• Emergency Response
• Threat Vulnerability Assessment
• Incident Reporting
• Mission Planning
• Area Patrols
• Protection Mission Execution

Soft Skills

• Excellent Verbal Communication
• Excellent Written Communication
• Relationship Development
• Composure Under Pressure
• Task Management

Certifications & Qualifications

• California BSIS Security Exposed Weapons Permit
• High School Diploma or GED

Industry Keywords

• Executive Protection
• Physical Security
• Residential Protection
• Family Environment Management
• San Francisco Area Knowledge

Tools & Technologies

• Protective Equipment
• Operational Equipment
• Communications Equipment
• Vehicle Operation