Executive Protection Senior Manager

Boeing•Berkeley, MO

3d•$165,000 - $220,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Boeing Company is looking for an Executive Protection Senior Manager to join the team in Seattle, WA; Berkeley, MO; Hazelwood, MO; or Arlington, VA. We are seeking an experienced, strategic, and operationally focused Senior Manager of Executive Protection (EP) to lead and scale our EP program. The ideal candidate will have proven executive protection experience, exceptional leadership and mentorship abilities, and a track record of aligning EP operations with broader business objectives. This role will oversee day-to-day EP operations, develop and maintain policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), drive program strategy and long‑term forecasting, and cultivate strong, positive relationships with the Executive Council, board members, partners, and customers. Potential new-hire candidates upon being extended a conditional offer of employment will need to pass a fitness test and physical to continue through the hiring process.

Requirements

10+ years of experience supporting executive protection, close protection, and/or major event security operations
Experience managing Executive Protection teams, supervisors, and/or managers
Experience running day-to-day Executive Protection operations and planning complex protective details
Experience with oversight of budgets and financial data
Experience aligning security strategy with organizational strategy
Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally on short notice
Successful Candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict Of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Nice To Haves

Ability to pass a Fitness Test
Current certification with CPP, PSP, CISM and/or advanced security-related education
Experience with a background in Military, Law Enforcement, Private-Sector, and/or equivalent
Experience with crisis management, emergency response, and incident command structure
Experience with physical security, technology integration (CCTV, access control, communication systems), and investigations
Experience supporting multi-jurisdictional, multinational operations
Experience as a strategical thinker with operational excellence and attention to detail
Experience with excellent written and verbal communication
Experience creating, implementing, and maintaining SOPs, policies, and security operation plans
Ability to work calm under pressure, decisive, and adaptable in fluid environments

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the executive protection function, including planning, staffing, scheduling, and operational execution of EP assignments
Provide strategic direction for EP programs aligning security initiatives with business goals and risk posture
Mentor, coach, and develop direct reports; foster a high-performance, accountable culture
Build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders, senior company leaders, customer C-suite executives, partners, vendors, and peers
Oversee development and maintenance of SOPs, policies, security operations plans (SOP/Plans), and crisis response playbooks
Establish, maintain, and drive management operating rhythms (e.g., weekly leadership syncs, monthly reviews, quarterly planning) to ensure disciplined execution and continuous improvement
Define and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and objectives; set performance goals and conduct regular performance reviews
Manage EP program budget planning and expense oversight, including forecasting, procurement coordination, and cost optimization
Review employee threat assessments, advance work, travel risk management, and incident after-action reviews
Liaise with legal, Human Resources (HR), facilities, and other internal/external business units to ensure compliance, privacy, and business continuity
Assume Delegate of Authority responsibilities for the Protective Services Director as needed