Executive Protection Specialist

Western Alliance Bank • Phoenix, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Executive Protection Specialist (EPS) you'll be responsible for providing discreet, proactive, and intelligence-led protective services for designated bank executives and conducting residential security operations. This role operates within a highly regulated financial services environment and emphasizes risk mitigation, situational awareness, professionalism, and confidentiality over overt security presence. The EPS will conduct protective intelligence, advance planning, secure transportation, and protection functions while coordinating with internal stakeholders and external partners. The successful candidate demonstrates exceptional judgment, adaptability, and emotional intelligence in executive-facing environments. Responsible for supporting Senior Leadership in delivering an effective Executive Protection Operation. Provide low-profile and close protection to designated executives during business travel, public engagements, and private activities as assigned. Conduct comprehensive threat, risk, and vulnerability assessments related to executive movements, residences, offices, and events. Perform advance work, including site surveys, travel routing, and venue security coordination. Safely operate vehicles using defensive and evasive driving principles as appropriate. Provide on site protective security at a residential location with a focus on safety, privacy, and family protection. Monitor and manage residential security systems: cameras, alarms, access control, and perimeter sensors. Control access to the residence, verifying visitors, vendors, and service providers. Conduct exterior and interior patrols to identify vulnerabilities and ensure a secure environment. Respond to alarms, safety concerns, or emergency situations according to established protocols. Ensure protective intelligence and risk management is maintained. Collect, analyze, and report threat intelligence relevant to executive safety, including insider threats and reputational risks. Partner with internal teams (Legal, HR, Facilities, Physical Security) to address emerging threats. Maintain accurate documentation, case notes, incident reports, and post-operation assessments. Coordinate with local, state, and federal law enforcement as needed. Serve as a professional representative of the bank during interactions with external stakeholders, venues, and government agencies. Support crisis management and response efforts, including emergency evacuation and business continuity plans. Maintain strict confidentiality of executive, corporate, and personal information. Present a polished, executive-appropriate appearance and demeanor at all times. Demonstrate sound judgment under pressure and the ability to de-escalate situations calmly and effectively.

Requirements

• 5+ years of related experience in Executive protection (corporate or private sector), Federal, state, or local law enforcement, Diplomatic security, intelligence, or specialized military protective roles with executive exposure.
• High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree in related field preferred.
• Advanced to expert experience in Risk Based Decision Making.
• Ability to assess and respond to evolving threats appropriately.
• Advanced to expert experience in exercising emotional intelligence.
• Providing a professional, calm, and service-oriented approach when working with executives and their families.
• Advanced to expert experience in applying discretion, understanding the importance of low-visibility protection and privacy.
• Advanced to expert ability to adapt to changing environments including schedule changes, travel demands, and dynamic situations.
• Previous experience with open-source intelligence (OSINT) and threat intelligence tools.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and basic security technology platforms.
• Federal Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act (LEOSA) – HR 218 or ability to obtain required State Certification for Concealed Carry
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and drive for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to obtain and maintain State licensing and Bank-required background checks and suitability clearance.
• Must maintain a professional appearance consistent with executive business environments.
• Advanced speaking and writing communication skills.
• Valid Drivers License with clean driving record required
• First Aid / CPR / AED certification required
• Formal executive protection training (recognized EP academy or equivalent).
• Defensive and advanced driving training.
• Occasional weekend work and extended hours
• Occasional travel required.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience supporting C-suite or high-net-worth individuals, operating in low-profile, corporate environments (financial services, professional services, or regulated industries) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide low-profile and close protection to designated executives during business travel, public engagements, and private activities as assigned.
• Conduct comprehensive threat, risk, and vulnerability assessments related to executive movements, residences, offices, and events.
• Perform advance work, including site surveys, travel routing, and venue security coordination.
• Safely operate vehicles using defensive and evasive driving principles as appropriate.
• Provide on site protective security at a residential location with a focus on safety, privacy, and family protection.
• Monitor and manage residential security systems: cameras, alarms, access control, and perimeter sensors.
• Control access to the residence, verifying visitors, vendors, and service providers.
• Conduct exterior and interior patrols to identify vulnerabilities and ensure a secure environment.
• Respond to alarms, safety concerns, or emergency situations according to established protocols.
• Ensure protective intelligence and risk management is maintained.
• Collect, analyze, and report threat intelligence relevant to executive safety, including insider threats and reputational risks.
• Partner with internal teams (Legal, HR, Facilities, Physical Security) to address emerging threats.
• Maintain accurate documentation, case notes, incident reports, and post-operation assessments.
• Coordinate with local, state, and federal law enforcement as needed.
• Serve as a professional representative of the bank during interactions with external stakeholders, venues, and government agencies.
• Support crisis management and response efforts, including emergency evacuation and business continuity plans.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of executive, corporate, and personal information.
• Present a polished, executive-appropriate appearance and demeanor at all times.
• Demonstrate sound judgment under pressure and the ability to de-escalate situations calmly and effectively.

Benefits

• We offer all the important things you'd want — like competitive salaries, an ownership stake in the company, medical and dental insurance, time off, a great 401k matching program, tuition assistance program, an employee volunteer program, and a wellness program.
• In addition, you’ll have the opportunity to bolster your business knowledge, learning the ins and outs of how successful companies operate and manage their finances, giving you invaluable hands-on experience to help grow your career!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED