Executive Protection Agent

Allied Universal•Arlington, VA

10d

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring an Executive Protection Agent to ensure physical security and environmental safety across the enterprise. The role takes a concierge-style approach to service delivery, with customer service as a key measure of success. The agent proactively assesses risks, implements security measures, and provides tailored support to executives and key personnel while maintaining professionalism and discretion. The position includes conducting risk assessments for events and travel, coordinating security measures with internal and external partners, reviewing threats to employees and implementing safeguards, and providing transportation and logistical support to senior leaders. Domestic travel is required, and some international travel may be expected.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current driver’s license if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle.
Minimum of four years of military or law enforcement experience.
Prior close protection and/or dignitary or executive protection experience.
Understanding of security protocols, risk mitigation strategies, executive protection principles, and best practices.
Knowledge of crisis management and decision-making in high-pressure situations.
Ability to navigate interactions with senior leadership and C-suite executives.
Ability to operate independently and make sound judgments when protocols may not be in place.
Strong attention to detail.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate at all levels.
Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills to respond to dynamic security and logistical challenges.
Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.

Nice To Haves

College degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, Emergency Services, or a related field of study.
Advanced Life Support certification.
Certified Protection Professional (CPP).
Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act (LEOSA) permit.

Responsibilities

Conduct threat, risk, and vulnerability assessments for planned events or travel; identify cost-effective countermeasures and risk mitigation strategies, and provide expertise and direction on physical and electronic security posture.
Coordinate with customer security teams, contractors, and external venue security to ensure appropriate security measures and technology are in place; provide direction and modify procedures and orders as needed.
Review investigations of threats to employees and recommend and implement safeguards, such as alternate travel plans, increased physical security, and residential security technology solutions.
Provide transportation support to senior leaders, including coordinating fleet vehicle use and maintaining logistical requirements.
Travel domestically in support of organizational leaders, ensuring security and operational needs are met; some international travel may be expected.
Collaborate with executive assistants, facilities teams, and other partners on security logistics and administrative support needs.

Benefits

Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Basic life insurance.
AD&D coverage.
Eligibility for the company's retirement plans.
Eight paid holidays annually.
Five sick days.
Four personal days.
Vacation accrued at 3.08 hours biweekly; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.