Executive Protection Supervisor

SAIC•Reston, VA

8h•Onsite

About The Position

The Executive Protection Supervisor ensures the safety, welfare, and physical protection of a high-profile client, while also providing strategic leadership and tactical oversight for a dedicated team of Executive Protection Agents. This role involves directly managing a small team, being the primary point of contact for security operations at SAIC’s Reston Headquarters, and ensuring seamless executive protection operations during both routine and emergency scenarios. This is an on-site role requiring full-time presence during core business hours, Monday through Friday, with occasional after-hours availability as needed.

Requirements

A minimum of 10 years of executive protection experience, with proven expertise in advance planning, counter-surveillance operations, and secure transportation (evasive/defensive driving).
Candidates must have an active Top Secret Clearance
Flexibility: Must be willing to be available 24/7 for on-call duties in order to uphold our commitment to continuous operational readiness, which includes providing SAIC a mechanism for which to contact you.
In addition, candidate must be willing to provide on-site support commensurate with the duties as assigned.
At least 5 years of direct supervisory or management experience, preferably in an executive protection or security-related role.
Proven ability to supervise multidisciplinary teams, establish priorities, and maintain operational schedules.
Ability to maintain a full-time, on-site presence during core business hours (Monday–Friday) at the SAIC Reston Headquarters.
Possess a current HR218 certification
Executive Protection Training Certificate and Defensive Driver Certification required.
Demonstrated experience conducting risk/threat analysis and site assessments for corporate or personal protection.
Superior written and verbal communication skills, including exceptional report writing and presentation capabilities.
Ability to work in high-pressure, fast-paced environments while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Teamwork:
Collaborative Mindset: Ability to work effectively within a team, contributing ideas and supporting colleagues to achieve common goals.
Conflict Resolution: Proficiency in identifying, addressing, and resolving conflicts within the team in a constructive manner to include having difficult conversations professionally.
Flexibility and Adaptability: Willingness to adapt to team needs, including taking on various roles and responsibilities as required.
Supportive Attitude: Demonstrates a supportive and cooperative attitude towards team members, helping to create a positive team environment.
Cultural Fit: Alignment with the company's values and culture of: Integrity, Innovation and Inclusion.
Customer Focus: Strong customer focus, ensuring that communication and teamwork efforts are aligned with delivering exceptional service to clients and stakeholders.
Communication:
Effective Verbal Communication: Strong verbal communication skills, capable of articulating ideas clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.
Active Listening: Ability to actively listen to others, understand their perspectives, and respond appropriately.
Written Communication: Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise, and accurate documentation and emails.
Presentation Skills: Experience in delivering presentations and facilitating meetings, ensuring that key points are conveyed clearly and engagingly.
Feedback Mechanism: Ability to give and receive constructive feedback, helping to improve individual and team performance.
Software: Ability to navigate and utilize Teams, MS Office, and MS Outlook
Leadership:
Leadership: Ability to inspire and motivate others.
Mentorship: Experience in mentoring or coaching others, contributing to the professional growth and development of team members.
Emotional Intelligence: High level of emotional intelligence, including self-awareness, empathy, and the ability to manage one's own emotions effectively.
Problem-Solving Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities, with a focus on identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
Time Management: Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and balance multiple responsibilities.
Initiative: Proactive in taking initiative, demonstrating a willingness to go above and beyond to achieve team and organizational goals.
Critical Thinking: Strong critical thinking skills, with the ability to analyze situations, consider various perspectives, and make informed decisions.
Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and embrace new challenges with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

Provide direct supervision, mentorship, and management of a small team of Executive Protection Agents to ensure their operational effectiveness and professional development.
Oversee daily operations, assign tasks, and establish clear priorities for team members based on the security and protection needs of the principal and organization.
Develop and implement performance standards and conduct regular evaluations for members of the team.
Foster a positive and collaborative team environment while ensuring adherence to company policies and industry best practices.
Act as the primary point of contact (POC) for all security-related needs at the SAIC Reston Headquarters, coordinating closely with internal stakeholders and external partners.
Create, update, and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all executive protection activities, including risk assessments, threat analysis, and contingency plans.
Develop and oversee daily protection schedules and ensure adequate coverage for all executive security assignments.
Conduct routine coordination with external security agencies and law enforcement for intelligence gathering and to maintain situational awareness of emerging threats.
Maintain a visible, on-site presence during core business hours to oversee and address security needs at Reston HQ effectively.
Execute close protection operations for the principal and associated individuals, including family members, during both domestic and international travel—if required.
Conduct proactive threat and vulnerability assessments to identify potential risks to the client or organization, implementing measures to mitigate these threats.
Coordinate and perform secure transportation using defensive and/or evasive driving techniques.
De-escalate tense situations or individuals at the principal’s office, residence, or events to prevent disruptions or threats.
Represent the organization and client with professionalism and discretion during interactions with external stakeholders, vendors, and the public.
Document and oversee the completion of all required reports, such as suspicious activity reports, incident reports, shift logs, pattern of life reports, and other required documentation.
Ensure the team’s reports meet established quality standards and are submitted promptly.
Communicate vulnerabilities, safety concerns, or any operational deficiencies at all locations, escalating issues to leadership as needed.
Ensure vehicles are always in clean, safe, and mission-ready condition, performing checks and coordinating necessary preventative maintenance.
Operate and maintain protective, surveillance, communications, and logistical equipment to ensure mission readiness.
Identify gaps in operational resources or deficiencies in equipment, escalating these to leadership for corrective action.
Serve as the HQ Reston facility security POC, supporting access control, visitor management, and ensuring full compliance with corporate security standards.
Assist with corporate security investigations and other operational needs as assigned to support broader organizational requirements.
Serve as an auxiliary investigator for security-related incidents involving corporate interests.
Perform all other duties required to ensure effective and efficient security operations.