Executive Protection Specialist

Parsons • Chantilly, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Executive Protection Specialist to join our team! In this role you will get to provide protection for our senior executives.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in executive protection, dignitary protection, or a similar protective services role
• Prior background in law enforcement, military, or corporate security
• Ability and willingness to travel frequently (domestic and international) and work irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions under pressure and manage security operations in dynamic environments
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to interact professionally with senior executives and external stakeholders

Nice To Haves

• Formal Executive Protection training or certification from a recognized provider
• Defensive/evasive driving training and experience providing secure transportation for senior leaders
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification; advanced medical training (e.g., EMT) a plus
• Experience conducting threat assessments, open-source intelligence review, or security risk analysis
• Experience supporting executives in international or higher-risk environments

Responsibilities

• Providing close personal protection to designated ELT members during office days, travel, and events
• Conducting advance work for ELT movements, including site surveys, route planning, and venue assessments
• Coordinating secure transportation logistics, including drivers, vehicles, and contingency routes
• Monitoring and assessing security risks related to ELT travel, schedules, and public appearances
• Maintaining real-time situational awareness and adjusting protection measures as conditions change
• Preparing and communicating trip plans, movement schedules, and protective operation details to relevant stakeholders
• Supporting security incident response involving ELT members, including medical, safety, or threat-related events
• Maintaining strict confidentiality of ELT movements, personal information, and sensitive business activities

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• paid time off
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k)
• life insurance
• flexible work schedules
• holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees