- Salary
- $150k – $175k
- Location
- San Francisco, CA, US
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Security
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- iCIMS
Description
Overview
Executive Protection Specialist Description
Every Tarian Teammate contributes significantly to our mission. Whether you are a frontline employee or work behind the scenes, you are the reason why Tarian is TRUSTED TO PROTECT.
As an Executive Protection Specialist at Tarian, you are a member of a diverse team working in an inclusive and dynamic environment. You will provide executive protection and security support to senior leadership while contributing to the safety and security of the client’s San Francisco office and broader operations. This role requires professionalism, discretion, a service-oriented approach, and flexibility for domestic and international travel.
Compensation: $150,000-$175,000 annually
Benefits
Our full-time positions offer role specific on-the-job training, career paths, and a full range of benefits:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Supplemental Medical Reimbursement Plans
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays*
- 401k Plan & Free Retirement Planning Consulting
- Short-term & Long-term Disability Income Protection Benefits
- Life Insurance for Teammate and Family
- Employee Assistance Program
- Recognition & Reward Program
- Perks Discount Programs with 3,000 free classes from yoga to financial wellness.
- Wellness Program
- Pet Insurance
Responsibilities
Executive Protection Specialist Responsibilities:
As an Executive Protection Specialist for Tarian, you will conduct the following responsibilities upholding Tarian’s commitment to safety and security while supporting the values and culture of the client and community.
- Provide executive protection for senior leaders and other designated personnel.
- Conduct advance planning and site assessments for meetings, events, travel, and executive movements.
- Assess risks and implement protective measures, including route and contingency planning, security sweeps, and emergency response procedures.
- Provide secure transportation and protective driving support as required.
- Maintain situational awareness, monitor for threats and suspicious activity, and respond to security incidents and medical emergencies.
- Coordinate with corporate security, law enforcement, venue security, transportation providers, and other external partners.
- Support office security operations using CCTV, access control, alarms, and related systems.
- Conduct or support investigations, incident documentation, case management, reporting, and administrative security functions.
- Coordinate supplemental protective resources and coverage in other locations when needed.
- Protect confidential information regarding client personnel, activities, travel, and sensitive operations.
- Maintain required training and current knowledge of protective practices, emergency response, and security technologies.
- Deliver professional, service-oriented support appropriate to a corporate executive environment.
Qualifications
Executive Protection Specialist Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Qualifications: Active HR218/LEOSA qualification is mandatory. Valid driver’s license and clean driving record; must possess and maintain all licenses, permits, and certifications required by applicable law.
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of relevant executive protection, law enforcement, military security, corporate security, or closely related experience; prior corporate executive protection experience and demonstrated executive or dignitary protection experience required.
- Strong advance planning, risk assessment, protective operations, defensive tactics, and protective security skills.
- Familiarity with CCTV, access control, incident/case management, travel tracking, and threat or social media monitoring tools.
- Excellent communication, sound judgment, discretion, confidentiality, and ability to coordinate with executives and security partners.
- Ability to work independently, adapt to changing schedules, and travel domestically and internationally as needed.
- Preferred: Current First Aid, CPR and/or EMT certification; advanced protective/defensive driving training; firearms training and applicable licensing/authorization; experience supporting high-profile principals.
- Work environment and availability: Corporate office and varied off-site environments, with occasional after-hours, weekend, and travel assignments.
About Tarian
Tarian stands out as North America’s foremost expert and trusted security partner, a distinction attributed not only to the solutions and services we provide but also as a testament to the incredible individuals on our team. Their diverse backgrounds and experiences continuously drive innovation and excellence across our company, enabling our growth and success.
At Tarian, we believe in the extraordinary power of people to enact positive change. Our vision is to shape a future where safety and security are not only foundations for enduring success but also powerful catalysts for positive change. We offer more than employment; we provide a career path rich in purpose and fulfillment. By joining Tarian, you become part of a greater mission. Through the creation of safe environments, you empower people, communities, and organizations to thrive and achieve their full potential, as well as your own.
Be Extraordinary. Always. Join Tarian in safeguarding what matters most.
Tarian is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.