Senior Global Executive Protection Specialist

EP Wired; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Adobe is seeking an Executive Protection Officer / Global Security Specialist to join the Global Safety and Security team in the San Jose area. The role focuses on executive close protection, travel security, residential security, and protective intelligence, supporting senior Adobe leaders and their families.

The successful candidate will lead a team of security personnel, coordinate with internal partners, and engage external contractors to ensure continuous protection, risk mitigation, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with 10+ years in protective services or equivalent experience.
• Extensive executive protection experience across local and international settings.
• Proven leadership of security teams and contractors with strong judgment under pressure.
• Experience coordinating with law enforcement and government partners.
• Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive information and travel logistics.
• Multicultural experience and foreign language ability highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and expand Adobe’s Executive Protection program across travel, residential, and event settings.
• Coordinate teams, partners, and E-team members to ensure safety and mission readiness.
• Build trust with senior leaders and key stakeholders through proactive protection strategies.
• Develop training and drills on situational awareness, surveillance, and crisis response.
• Monitor performance metrics and implement program improvements.
• Collaborate with law enforcement and security partners during crises and investigations.

Skills

Executive protection operations

Team leadership

Risk assessment

Crisis management

Diplomatic negotiations

Surveillance detection

Travel security planning

Foreign language ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Adobe is seeking an Executive Protection Officer / Global Security Specialist to join the Global Safety and Security team in the San Jose area. The role focuses on executive close protection, travel security, residential security, and protective intelligence, supporting senior Adobe leaders and their families.

The successful candidate will lead a team of security personnel, coordinate with internal partners, and engage external contractors to ensure continuous protection, risk mitigation, and