Senior Executive Protection Specialist

globalguardian

Palo Alto (CA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 96,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Global Guardian seeks an Executive Protection Agent to provide armed or unarmed protective services for high‑profile clients. Based in a designated region, you will coordinate daily transportation, perform area advances, and deliver protective security at events, appointments, and office environments.

The role requires 5+ years of experience, strong communication, risk assessment, and the ability to stay calm under pressure.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of executive protection experience, including advanced planning and surveillance.
  • High school diploma or GED; bachelor’s degree preferable.
  • Basic medical first aid training, AED; CPR certification preferred.
  • Must be at least 21 years old and have no criminal history.
  • A valid Driver's License in the state where the job is located.
  • California BSIS Security Guard Permit (Required) and Exposed Weapons Permit (Required) and CCW (Required).
  • Working knowledge of the San Jose, California area.

Responsibilities

  • Provide close protection for the client during domestic assignments.
  • Perform local area travel advances to review movements and routes and identify threats.
  • Maintain safety protocols and security precautions for the client and surrounding persons.
  • Manage client and surrounding persons to ensure safety and security.
  • Respond to emergencies and provide medical first aid operations.
  • Deescalate tense situations during missions.
  • Communicate vulnerabilities or safety concerns promptly.
  • Prepare mission plans and submit required reports on time, including expense reports.

Skills

Executive protection
Advanced planning
Surveillance
Counter-surveillance
Medical first aid
De-escalation
Client communication
Report writing

Education

High school diploma or GED
Bachelor’s degree (preferable)

Job description

Global Guardian seeks an Executive Protection Agent to provide armed or unarmed protective services for high‑profile clients. Based in a designated region, you will coordinate daily transportation, perform area advances, and deliver protective security at events, appointments, and office environments.

The role requires 5+ years of experience, strong communication, risk assessment, and the ability to stay calm under pressure.

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