Executive Protection Specialist - New York City

Bank of America•New York, NY

3d•$44 - $52•Onsite

About The Position

At Bank of America, the Executive Protection Specialist is responsible for securing executive spaces and supporting a safe environment for senior management, support staff, and client-related events. The role assesses conditions and potential threats, develops security action plans, manages access to executive areas, responds to incidents, and screens incoming mail and parcels. It also involves planning transportation services and coordinating with local law enforcement and other security agencies. The specialist works across teams and with internal and external stakeholders to protect senior leaders, key stakeholders, and business clientele. Duties include providing discreet transportation, monitoring routes and risks, maintaining assigned vehicles, protecting executive floors and off-site locations, managing visitors and access, and providing real-time assessments and emergency resources for major events and meetings. Occasional travel may be required, including domestic and international travel to support events involving the Management Team. The role requires 40 hours per week, a flexible schedule when required, and first-shift work.

Requirements

10 or more years of experience in executive protection, law enforcement, or military security employment.
Ability to complete 2–3 days of Protective/Evasive Driving Training and drive daily.
Working knowledge of the greater New York City area, including major transportation hubs, landmarks, and roadways.
Ability to complete basic first aid and AED medical training.
Ability to perform first aid and basic emergency life-saving techniques when needed and maintain related certifications.
Ability to sit and stand for long periods.
Strong communication skills and ability to partner with internal and external bank stakeholders.
Experience assessing risks, vulnerabilities, and threats through an understanding of surveillance and counter-surveillance.
Experience in crisis response, workplace violence, and other emergency events.
Proven skills using Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Ability to work a flexible schedule when required.
Ability to support the Executive Protection and Major Events team outside the New York area and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
Passport required or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

Work across functional teams to ensure the safety and security of senior management, key stakeholders, and external business clientele.
Provide safe, efficient, smooth, secure, and discreet transportation for senior leaders.
Monitor traffic patterns, potential risks, and alternative routes to minimize delays and reduce exposure to security threats.
Ensure vehicle movements prioritize safety, discretion, and a low profile.
Inspect assigned vehicles regularly for cleanliness, functionality, and operational readiness.
Report and resolve vehicle maintenance issues promptly.
Ensure the safety and security of executive floors, assigned locations, and off-site events.
Maintain situational awareness and implement proactive security measures.
Control access to Executive Floors according to established protocols and securely handle and distribute incoming mail, packages, and business-related assets.
Prevent unauthorized access by monitoring and enforcing access-control procedures.
Maintain a professional and secure environment for key stakeholders and visiting business clientele.
Monitor internal guests, third-party visitors, and service providers on Executive Floors.
Provide emergency resources and real-time assessments for major events, high-level meetings, private functions, and business-related off-site locations.
Coordinate with local law enforcement and other security agencies to support protective operations.