Director, Global Security Services - Executive Protection

Visa • New York, NY

239d • $161,500 - $215,200 • Hybrid

About The Position

Director, Global Security and Safety (GSS) - Executive Protection is responsible for physical security and risk identification and mitigation for Visa. Reporting to the Global Head of Executive Protection, the candidate will coordinate executive protection efforts as outlined in Visa's Executive Protection strategy, and work closely with regional teams for planning and execution.

Requirements

• 10 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor's Degree or at least 8 years of work experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters/ MBA/JD/MD) or at least 3 years of work experience with a PhD.
• Minimum of twelve years specialized law enforcement, military and/or corporate security experience with at least 6 years of executive protection (EP) experience in these organizations.
• Possesses EP training and experience in the following specialties: team member, detail leader, primary and secondary vehicle driver (including armored vehicles), medical (First Aid, CPR, AED) and protective intelligence.
• Experience managing security details in domestic and international locations, both low and high risk.
• Demonstrated professional and relevant experience in physical security management, risk assessment, and mitigation measures.
• Eligible to obtain a Federal Air Marshal Service Armed Security Officer (ASO) certification, possess a minimum amount of 12 years in US Law Enforcement or select US Military roles, good conduct, and honorable discharge.
• Operational understanding and fluent usage of today's technology tools across all platforms (PC, tablet, smartphone-smartwatch, radio, satellite, tracking device, etc.).
• Must maintain up-to-date driver's license.
• Valid up-to-date passport.
• Ability to interact with senior management.
• Be a poised leader and team player who gains support from all levels of the organization, including senior executives.
• Excellent follow-up skills with attention to detail and ability to multi-task, have leadership presence, strong team-orientation and interpersonal skills, flexibility, and strong analytical skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and effectively in a complex environment with multi-location team structure.
• Be in possession of a valid and up to date HR-218 certification.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and SharePoint.

Nice To Haves

• 12 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor's Degree or 8-10 years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 6+ years of work experience with a PhD.

Responsibilities

• Provide close protection of executive members including developing, assessing, and implementing protection strategies and plans.
• Drive Visa Executives in San Francisco as directed, in corporate vehicle.
• Conduct executive protection pre-advance work of upcoming meetings and travel venues, conduct risk assessment and determine appropriate deployment of resources.
• Direct and lead Visa staff responsible for executive protection.
• Partake in continuous training for EP Team members.
• Brief Executive Committee members on geopolitical developments, incidents and trends that could affect Visa.
• Receipt of guests visiting executive floor, oversee security for high-profile visitors including coordination of resources, meetings, and transportation etc.
• Work with EA's regarding Executive Committee Members schedule.
• Traveling nationwide and internationally, as necessary.
• Frequent overnight travel.
• Be able to obtain a CCW in San Francisco.
• Be available to work nights, extended hours, and weekends as necessary.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401 (k)
• FSA/HSA
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Credit Intermediation and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree