VIP Security Officer (VSO)

The Simon Agency; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Simon Agency's Operational Readiness Network (ORN) is actively recruiting for VIP Security Officers to support future on-call assignments across Greater Los Angeles and surrounding areas. This is an advanced recruitment initiative for anticipated operations, not an immediate guaranteed position.

Ideal candidates bring substantial security experience, discretion, and professionalism to high-visibility environments, and must understand expectations for executive protection and VIP security

Qualifications

• Current and valid California BSIS Guard Card.
• Experience in law enforcement, military, private security, or related field.
• Ability to operate in high-visibility environments with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a professional, discreet security presence in high-visibility environments.
• Exercise sound judgment and situational awareness to identify security concerns.
• Support client security plans, site orders, and protocols.
• Monitor access points, credentials, and movement.
• Assist with VIP arrivals, departures, and movement coordination.
• Prepare incident reports and documentation.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding clients and operations.
• Respond to incidents within training and law.

Skills

Discretion

Situational awareness

Effective communication

Executive protection

High-profile environments

Professional appearance

Education

California BSIS Guard Card

Job description

The Simon Agency's Operational Readiness Network (ORN) is currently accepting applications from qualified individuals (military, law enforcement, or extensive security experience) interested in future on-call VIP Security Officer assignments throughout Greater Los Angeles and surrounding areas.

Important: This is an advance recruitment initiative for anticipated operations. We are not advertising an immediate, guaranteed assignment. Acceptance into our candidate pool does not constitute an offer of employment or guarantee future assignments, scheduled hours, or compensation.

VIP Security Officer (VSO)

VIP Security Officers serve in professional security assignments where discretion, situational awareness, effective communication, and sound decision-making are essential.

Our VSOs may support high-profile individuals, corporate leadership, distinguished guests, VIP gatherings, private functions, and other environments requiring a heightened level of security professionalism.

This is not an entry-level security guard position.

We are seeking experienced practitioners who understand the expectations associated with high-visibility assignments and are capable of representing our company and its clients with confidence, professionalism, and discretion.

Depending on client needs, assignments may include:

• VIP and executive event security
• Corporate executive and leadership security support
• High-profile private functions and special events
• VIP arrivals, departures, and venue access control
• Professional security presence at corporate and private locations
• Residential and private-property security for high-profile clients
• Temporary security details and supplemental protective operations
• Other specialized assignments consistent with individual credentials, training, and client requirements

Essential Responsibilities

VSO responsibilities may vary by assignment and can include:

• Maintain a professional and discreet security presence in high-visibility environments.
• Exercise sound judgment and situational awareness while identifying potential security concerns.
• Support established security plans, site-specific post orders, and client protocols.
• Monitor designated access points, credential verification, and authorized movement.
• Assist with VIP arrivals, departures, and movement coordination within the scope of the assignment.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, operations personnel, event management, and designated client representatives.
• Identify and report unusual activity, emerging security concerns, and operational issues.
• Prepare accurate incident reports and assignment documentation.
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality regarding clients, assignments, and sensitive operational information.
• Demonstrate professional conduct, composure, and service-oriented communication.
• Respond appropriately to incidents within assigned duties, training, and applicable law.

Candidate Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Current and valid California BSIS Guard Card.
• Demonstrated professional experience in law enforcement, military service, private security, protective services, or another directly relevant security discipline.
• Proven ability to work in professional, sensitive, or high-visibility environments.
• Strong interpersonal skills, situational awareness, and written and verbal communication.
• Professional appearance and the ability to interact appropriately with executives, public figures, guests, and clients.
• Ability to maintain discretion and protect confidential information.
• Reliable transportation and the ability to report to designated assignments throughout the Los Angeles metropolitan area.
• Ability to work independently while following established operational procedures and supervisory direction.
• Ability to satisfy applicable employment eligibility, licensing, and pre-employment screening requirements.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of assigned positions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Highly Preferred Backgrounds

We particularly encourage qualified applicants with experience in:

• Federal, state, or local law enforcement
• Military service, particularly military police, security forces, or protective operations
• Executive protection and dignitary security
• Corporate executive security programs
• VIP security and high-profile event operations
• Professional private security assignments involving executives, public figures, or sensitive facilities
• Specialized security operations requiring elevated professionalism, discretion, and judgment

Relevant training, certifications, prior assignments, professional references, and demonstrated experience will be considered during our evaluation process.

Prior military or law enforcement service is valued but is not mandatory. Qualified civilian security professionals with substantial relevant experience are encouraged to apply.

Build Your Future With Simon Protection Group, a division of The Simon Agency

Simon Protection Group is building its presence in Los Angeles with a focus on recruiting experienced, dependable, and highly professional security personnel.

If you have established experience in law enforcement, military service, executive security, or specialized private security operations—and take pride in operating at a higher professional standard,we invite you to submit your qualifications.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Simon Agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without unlawful discrimination based on any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.