Executive Security Specialist

Aflac, Incorporated•Columbus, GA

2d•$55,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Executive Security Specialist provides armed security coverage for executive office areas and corporate facilities, protecting executives, employees, visitors, and company assets while maintaining a professional, customer-focused presence. This is an onsite role at Aflac’s ASC in Columbus, Georgia. The position supports executive protection, access control, patrols, emergency response, incident management, security technology operations, and coordination with internal teams and public safety agencies. Travel is 25% or less.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
CPR, First Aid, and AED certification, or ability to obtain these certifications.
Possess, or have the ability to obtain, an Armed Security Officer Certification in the state where the worksite is based and a license to carry a concealed handgun.
Successfully complete the International Foundation for Protection Officers (IFPO) and Certified Protection Officer (CPO) correspondence course within 24 months of entering the role.
At least 3 years of armed security, law enforcement, military security, executive security, executive protection, or related protective services experience.
Successfully pass a background check, medical (DOT) physical endurance and agility test, psychological exam, and other assessments as required.
Successfully pass the Federal Aviation Administration background check and possess an AOA aviation badge.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Knowledge of access control and visitor management procedures.
Knowledge of emergency response and incident management practices.
Ability to remain calm during emergencies and high-stress situations.
Strong observation and situational awareness skills.
Sound judgment and discretion when handling sensitive matters.
Professional communication skills with executives and senior leaders.
Experience preparing incident and security reports.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Successful completion of annual firearms qualification.
Ability to maintain the physical readiness required for emergency response.
Ability to process information quickly and accurately.
Stress tolerance, emotional stability, impulse management, and emotional regulation.
Risk management ability and capacity to handle mentally demanding tasks and events.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, Emergency Management, or a related field.
Experience working in a corporate headquarters or executive environment.
Experience supporting emergency response and critical incident management.
Strong customer service and stakeholder engagement experience.

Responsibilities

Provide armed security coverage for executive office areas, corporate facilities, executives, employees, visitors, and company assets while maintaining a professional and customer-focused presence.
Control and monitor access to executive workspaces and restricted areas, verify visitor authorization, and ensure compliance with security protocols.
Identify, assess, and report suspicious activity, security concerns, behavioral threat indicators, and emerging risks affecting executives, personnel, facilities, or organizational operations.
Respond to medical, safety, and security incidents as an armed first responder, applying appropriate de-escalation, emergency response, and incident management techniques.
Conduct security patrols, inspections, and assessments of executive areas, facilities, events, and venues to identify vulnerabilities and recommend risk mitigation measures.
Monitor and operate access control systems, CCTV, alarm systems, and communications equipment, ensuring operational readiness and effectiveness.
Support executive protection operations through advance planning, travel preparation, executive movements, event security, board meetings, shareholder meetings, and high-profile visits.
Coordinate with security operations, facilities, human resources, public safety agencies, and emergency services during incidents, investigations, and crisis response activities.
Complete incident reports, operational documentation, threat-related reporting, and security logs accurately while maintaining strict confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information.
Participate in emergency preparedness exercises, professional development programs, executive protection training, and special projects that support organizational security objectives.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Prescription drug coverage
Health care flexible spending
Dependent care flexible spending
Aflac supplemental Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity policies offered at no cost to the employee
401(k) plans
Annual bonuses
Opportunity to purchase company stock
11 paid holidays annually
Up to 20 days of PTO to be used for any reason
State-mandated sick leave and other leaves of absence, if eligible
Adoption and parental leave in accordance with applicable laws