Senior Executive Protection Detail Lead (Armed)

Silent Professionals; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 153,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

401(k) with employer matching

PTO

Life and AD&D coverage

Performance-based cash bonuses

Job summary

Silent Professionals is seeking an experienced Executive Protection Detail Leader to stand up and lead an in-house armed protective detail for a designated senior executive in Tampa, FL. Immediate start with long-term direct hire.

Role requires extensive SOF experience, a TOP SECRET clearance or TS/SCI eligibility, and readiness to travel ~40% domestically and internationally. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, 401(k) with employer matching, PTO, life and AD&D, plus performance

Qualifications

• Must have 4+ years in U.S. military SOF or equivalent.
• Prior combat experience or high-threat PSD deployment required.
• Minimum 3+ years of private executive protection after military service.
• Top Secret clearance or ability to pass Tier 5 background check for TS/SCI eligibility.
• Proficient in TAK platform (ATAK or iTAK).
• Proficient in radio communications across public-safety platforms.
• Proficient in OSINT research and analysis.
• Florida Class G firearms license or ability to obtain one within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily protective coverage of the principal and family across residence, office, work sites, and travel.
• Plan, execute, and own advance work for venues, routes, air movements, and lodging.
• Maintain standing plans: movement protocols, PACE communications, medical and CASEVAC plans, emergency action plans.
• Vet, select, and onboard remaining detail personnel and set standards.
• Drive protective movements, including armored SUV operation and FBO transitions.
• Maintain protective intelligence via OSINT and threat assessments.
• Coordinate with security, facility staff, law enforcement, and overseas partners.
• Render emergency medical care if required.

Skills

SOF military experience

Executive protection

OSINT analysis

Threat assessment

Executive briefings

Tools

TAK (ATAK/iTAK)

Radio communications

OSINT tools

Job description

Silent Professionals is seeking an experienced Executive Protection Detail Leader to stand up and lead an in-house armed protective detail for a designated senior executive in Tampa, FL. Immediate start with long-term direct hire.

Role requires extensive SOF experience, a TOP SECRET clearance or TS/SCI eligibility, and readiness to travel ~40% domestically and internationally. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, 401(k) with employer matching, PTO, life and AD&D, plus performance