Senior Specialist, Executive Protection – Driver

Merck; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 96,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck is seeking an Executive Protection Specialist & Secure Driver to provide secure transportation and high-level protection for senior leaders. The role involves proactive planning, threat assessment, and discreet travel management to ensure safety and confidentiality across engagements.

Responsibilities include route planning, coordinating with law enforcement and security teams, and responding to emergencies.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in law enforcement, military, executive protection, or corporate security.
• Active LEOSA (HR 218) qualification required.
• Valid driver's license with a strong driving record.
• High School Diploma required.
• CPR/AED certification and advanced defensive driving training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide secure transportation and executive protection for designated leaders.
• Conduct route planning, venue assessments, and threat evaluations.
• Coordinate with law enforcement, security teams, and Corporate Aviation.
• Respond to medical and security emergencies as the first line of support.
• Maintain compliance with LEOSA requirements, security policies, and training standards.
• Ensure confidentiality, professionalism, and operational security at all times.

Skills

5+ years experience in security

LEOSA qualification

Valid driver’s license

CPR/AED certification

Ability to travel

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

• Active LEOSA (HR 218) qualification required.

Job Description

The Executive Protection Specialist & Secure Driver is responsible for providing secure transportation, executive protection, and threat mitigation for senior leaders. This role ensures safe and discreet travel through proactive planning, situational awareness, risk assessment, and emergency response capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide secure transportation and executive protection for designated leaders.
• Conduct route planning, venue assessments, and threat evaluations.
• Coordinate with law enforcement, security teams, and Corporate Aviation.
• Respond to medical and security emergencies as the first line of support.
• Maintain compliance with LEOSA requirements, security policies, and training standards.
• Ensure confidentiality, professionalism, and operational security at all times.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in law enforcement, military, executive protection, or corporate security.
• Active LEOSA (HR 218) qualification required.
• Valid driver's license with a strong driving record.
• High School Diploma required.
• CPR/AED certification and advanced defensive driving training preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 10% and work flexible hours as needed.

Key Competencies

• Strong situational awareness and sound judgment.
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure.
• High degree of discretion and professionalism.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Commitment to safety, confidentiality, and executive service excellence.

US And Puerto Rico Residents Only

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Requirements

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights EEOC GINA Supplement We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking and approach problems collectively. Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts.

Salary range for this role is

The salary range for this role is $96,200.00 - $151,400.00. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits.

San Francisco Residents Only

We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Los Angeles Residents Only

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Employee Status

Regular

Relocation

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship

No

Travel Requirements

25%

Flexible Work Arrangements

Not Applicable

Shift

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License

Yes

Hazardous Material(s)

N/a